Interspecific tree "Tri-lite"

Abstract

Our new development relates to a distinct variety of interspecific tree (peach×plum peach), which as the following unique combination of desirable features: 1. The ability to be a regular and productive bearer of medium size fruit. 2. Fruit having very firm white flesh with good handling and shipping quality. 3. Fruit with good flavor and eating quality both fresh and canned. 4. Fruit that will maintain excellent texture, shape and appearance after being canned. 5. The ability of the fruit to stay firm on the tree 12 to 15 days after maturity (shipping ripe). 6. After being canned, the fruit having a very attractive clear white flesh color.

We claim: 
     
       1. A new and distinct variety of interspecific tree. (peach×plum peach), substantially as illustrated and described, characterized by its large size, vigorous upright growth and a regular and productive bearer of medium size, white flesh, clingstone fruit with good flavor and eating quality both canned and fresh; the fruit is further characterized by having very firm flesh and the ability to hold firm on the tree 12 to 15 days after maturity (shipping ripe) and after being canned maintains excellent texture and shape with an attractive clear white flesh color.