Purple Russian
From The Populuxe Seed Bank
Grower: Kelly
Year: 2015
Accession: 79
Seed Source: Received from Melanie R., ON, Canada.
Comments:
2015 Mildly tart fruit with an earthy undertone, and very juicy. Large sprawling plant that requires heavy caging or staking. Plant grew really well in high heat, although there was some blossom drop. Fruit will still set however, even in heat (if the flowers don't drop). Approx 7.5 lb/plant.
Contents
Plant Growth Observations
Vine Growth Type: Indeterminate
Vine Growth Habit: Sprawling
Plant size: Large (5+ ft)
Leaf type: Regular/Wispy
Leaf Coverage: Heavy
Maturity: Midseason (80 days)
Fruit Observations
Skin colour: Brown/black
Flesh colour: Brown
Fruit Shape: Plum
Fruit Fasciation: Smooth
Fruit Firmness: Medium
Fruit Set: Excellent
Average Fruit Diameter: 2.5"
Average Fruit Length: 4.25"
Average Fruit Weight: 100 gr (3.5oz)
Affliction Observations
- Some blossom drop in higher (28C+) temperatures.
Other Observations
- Sets fruit in high temperatures.
History
- Heirloom originating from Ukraine. First introduced in North America by Frederick Ineman of Ravenna, Ohio, who said it came from his aunt residing in Ukraine.
