Marron d'Olargues
A very high quality variety but limited to its region of origin for climatic reasons.
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| Clone examined | CA 108 |
| Origin | C. sativa |
| Recommended cultivation area |
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TREE | |
| Vigour | Average to strong |
| Bearing |
Half erect
|
| Budding | Half late. |
| Stocks |
Grafted onto ink-resistant stocks
|
| Flowering period |
Long-staminate
Male flowers : 25 June -5 July
Female flowers : 5 July - 15 July |
FRUIT | |
| Form | Elliptical, long, ribbed |
| Colour | Red chestnut, highly striated |
| Size | Half late |
| Maturity period | Late |
| dividing | <5% |
| Natural preservation | Good |
| Suitability for mechanical peeling | Very good |
| Behaviour when transformed | Very good for confectionery |
PRODUCTION | |
| Fruiting | Quite slow 4-5 years |
| Productivity | Good in its region |
PLANTING | |
| Soil | Needs deep soil. |
| Densité | 10 m x 10 m |
| Pollinator | Marsol (CA 07), or other long-staminated C. sativa |
General assessment :
A very high quality variety but limited to its region of origin for climatic reasons.
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