Plum tree "Betty Anne"

Abstract

A new and distinct variety of plum tree; its novelty consisting of the following unique combination of features that are outstanding in a new variety. 1. Heavy and regular bearing of large fruit. 2. Late maturity of fruit. 3. Fruit that will hold firm on the tree 12 to 15 days after shipping ripe. 4. Fruit with good handling and shipping quality. 5. Fruit with good flavor and eating quality. 6. Vigorous, upright tree growth. 7. Relatively uniform ripening of fruit throughout the tree.

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 a productive and regular bearer of large, firm, clingstone fruit with good flavor and eating quality; the fruit is further characterized by having an attractive red skin color, having good storage and shipping quality and in comparison to Autumn Giant Plum (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 5,624), has firmer flesh with no internal flesh breakdown during growing periods of high temperatures.