Interspecific tree "Geo Pride"

Abstract

A new and distinct interspecific tree (Prunus salicina×Prunus armeniaca) which has the following unique combination of desirable features that are outstanding in a new variety: 1. Regular and heavy production of fruit. 2. Fruit with firm flesh, good handling and shipping quality. 3. Fruit holding firm on the tree 10 to 12 days after maturity (shipping ripe). 4. Fruit with excellent flavor and eating quality. 5. Fruit with high soluble solids (Brix) averaging approximately 18° with the refractometer. 6. Relatively uniform ripening of fruit throughout the tree. 7. Vigorous, semi-upright growth of the tree.

We claim: 
     
       1. A new and distinct variety of interspecific tree, substantially as illustrated and described, characterized by its large size, vigorous, semi-upright growth and a productive and regular bearer of medium size, firm, freestone fruit; the fruit is further characterized by having a good balance between sugar and acid, excellent flavor and eating quality, good handling and shipping quality and, in comparison to the interspecific tree Flavor King (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 8,026), the fruit of the new variety is approximately 21 days earlier in maturity.