Plum tree "Joanna Red"

Abstract

A new and distinct variety of plum tree (Prunus salicina) with the following features that are desirable in a new variety: 1. Vigorous, upright growth. 2. Heavy and regular production of medium to large size fruit. 3. Fruit with an attractive red skin color. 4. Relatively uniform ripening of fruit throughout the tree. 5. Fruit with good firmness, handling and shipping qualities. 6. Fruit with the ability to remain firm on the tree 6 to 7 days after shipping ripe. 7. The fruit having a good balance between acid and sugar with good flavor and eating quality.

We claim: 
     
       1. A new and distinct variety of plum tree, substantially as illustrated and described, characterized by its large size, vigorous, upright growth and being a regular and productive bearer of medium to large, yellow flesh, freestone fruit, having a good balance between acid and sugar to produce good flavor and eating quality; the fruit is further characterized by its firmness which facilitates its good handling and shipping qualities, the ability to remain firm on the tree 6 to 7 days after shipping ripe and in comparison to Casselman Plum (non-patented), the new variety has heavier production of larger size fruit with a greater degree of attractive red skin color and matures approximately 5 days earlier.