Grape Kishmish Red Flame

Obtained from: (Cardinal x Sultanina) x [(Red Malaga x Tifafihi Ahmer ) x (Muscat of Alexandria x Sultanina)]. Breeder John H. Weinberger, 1961, Fresno, California.

Synonyms: Red Frame, F32-137, Flame seedless

Grape «Kishmish Red Flame (Vitis vinifera «Red Flame seedless») – a hybrid form of table seedless grape, the second most popular among table varieties in the USA. Ripening period early-medium (115-125 days).

Vine vigorous, robust, shoots ripen well. Fruiting shoots 65-75%. Flower hermaphrodite. Pollination good. Fruiting coefficient 1.2-1.3.

Clusters large and very large, 600-800 (1000) g, cylindroconical in shape, with 2 shoulders, density moderate. Berries medium-sized, 22x18 mm, class 1 seedlessness (seedless), round or slightly oval in shape, red-purple in color, weighing 4-5 g. Skin thin, strong, flesh crunchy. Taste harmonious. Sugar accumulation good. Berries do not crack.

Cold hardiness zone: -21°C

Location: not demanding on soil, but grows better on light, sufficiently moist, well-warmed and well-drained soil.

Planting and care: similar to those for cultivated grape.

Pruning: Load per vine 20-30 shoots, pruning to 25-35 buds.

Diseases and pests: weakly resistant to fungal diseases.

Propagation: cuttings root well. Compatibility with rootstocks very good.

Use: suitable for amateur and commercial cultivation. Can be used to produce high-quality raisins. Transportability high, excellent marketable appearance. Yield high. Shelf life up to 10 weeks.