Darinka

Darinka apple tree — a winter variety with moderate growth vigor and a spreading crown. This cold-resistant tree exhibits high resistance to scab and powdery mildew, ensuring its reliability and longevity under various climatic conditions. It is a fast-fruiting and high-yielding variety, making it attractive to gardeners seeking a stable and high-quality harvest.

The fruits of the Darinka apple tree have a roundish-oval shape with slight ribbing. They are yellow-green in color with a light orange or yellow-orange striped blush on a small portion of the surface and are covered with a bluish bloom. The average fruit weight ranges from 170 to 220 grams. The flesh is greenish, dense, finely-grained, juicy, and aromatic, with excellent taste qualities rated at 8.0–8.5 points. The fruits are suitable for both fresh consumption and processing.

The harvest ripeness of the fruits occurs in the second to third decade of September, while consumer ripeness is reached in November–December. Due to good storability, the apples can be kept in storage until March–April, allowing enjoyment of their flavor for an extended period after harvest. The Darinka apple tree is an excellent choice for those who value winter varieties with high taste qualities and good disease resistance.