Sunrise Magic®
WA2 cv USPP 21,710
Sunrise Magic® WA2 cv., bred by Washington State University, is a cross between Splendor and Gala. Apples harvest in late Red Delicious timing (approximately 1 week after WA38 cv.). The fruit releases very low amounts of ethylene, giving the selection excellent long term storage characteristics. Sunrise Magic® is exclusive to Washington State growers within North America.
Details
| Parentage: | Splendour x Gala |
| History/origin: | Apple Breeding Program: Bred in 1994 |
| Breeder/Owner: | Washington State University |
| Color profile: | It is an attractive apple with an orange-red to pinkish-red blush (70%-90% of the skin surface) over a yellow background and has large and conspicuous lenticels which usually make it easily distinguishable from other cultivars and add to its overall pleasing appearance. |
| Fruit size: | Medium to large, and it is usually larger than 'Gala', comparable to 'Braeburn' and smaller than 'Fuji'. |
| Fruit shape: | Round |
| Harvest timing: | Harvest in Red Delicious season (Mid-September - Early October); one or two picks. |
