Ben Tirran

ben TirranSimilar to Ben Lomond and suitable for all processing requirements. Post-harvest deterioration of fruit is less than that of Ben Alder in some areas

Parentage

Ben Lomond x [(Seabrooks Black x Amos Black) x (Seabrooks Black x Ribes sp)]

Flowering

1 week later than Ben Lomond.

Cropping season

3 to 7 days later than Ben Lomond.

Productivity

Yields are similar to Ben Alder and usually slightly below Ben Lomond but consistently and substantially above cv Baldwin.

Growth Habit

Reasonably upright with good vigour and ease of mechanical harvesting.

Fruit Quality

Similar to Ben Lomond and suitable for all processing requirements. Post-harvest deterioration of fruit is less than that of Ben Alder in some areas.

Disease and Pest Resistance

Mildew resistant, but susceptible to gall mite and leaf curling midge.