Apple tree named 'Bay 4210'

Abstract

A new and distinct Malus domestica (Borkh.) variety that bears fruits having a yellow skin color and good eating and keeping qualities.

Claims

1. A new and distinct variety of Malus domestica (Borkh.) apple tree plant substantially as is herein described and illustrated.

Description

DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0008] The accompanying photographic drawings illustrate the new cultivar at approximately 5-6 years of age, with the color being as nearly true as possible with color illustrations of this type. It should be noted that colors may vary with growing conditions and time of year:

[0009] FIG. 1 illustrates multiple trees of the new variety;

[0010] FIG. 2 illustrates a close-up view of the mature fruit of the new variety; and

[0011] FIG. 3 illustrates a close-up view of the mature fruit of the new variety when cut in half

DESCRIPTION OF THE PLANT

[0012] The following detailed description sets forth characteristics of the new cultivar. The new variety was grown under natural field conditions in Hallbergmoos, Germany. Color references are primarily to The R.H.S. Colour Chart of The Royal Horticultural Society of London, and were identified under natural light. [0013] Tree: [0014] Age.Approximately 5-6 years. [0015] Size.Crown height of 2.5 m. [0016] Vigor.Moderate. [0017] Production.Highly productive. [0018] Growth type.Upright and slightly spreading. [0019] Bearing.Annual. [0020] Fruit.Maturity when described: Full eating maturity. [0021] Skin.Color: Yellow. [0022] Flesh.Aroma: Citrus-like. Color: Creamy yellow. [0023] Keeping quality.High. [0024] Tree winter hardiness.High. [0025] Bud winter hardiness.High. [0026] Disease resistance.Tolerant to apple scab (caused by Venturia inaequalis).