McGrath Nurseries

IG200

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Maturity based on Alexandra in Central Otago

The Maturity Chart is a general guide for each variety of Cherry. The dates are based on Commercial Harvesting dates in Alexandra in Central Otago. If you are planting in a different district, please adjust these dates as below:

Marlborough -10 days
Havelock = -16 days
Hastings = -18 days
Twyford -22 days

NOTE: We recommend that you obtain independent advice before you make any decisions in reliance on this chart... See our Maturity Disclaimer

IG 200

IG 200 is an attractive early season fruit notable for
low chill requirement and excellent tasting fruit.

Origin:

Zaiger Genetics

Parentage:

Undisclosed

Synonym/Breeder Ref#:

Stark Crimson

Protection & Royalties:

NR No Royalties

Fruit

External

Maturity:

Bing minus 18 days

Fruit Size:

Small to medium

Fruit Shape:

Pointed Heart

Skin Colour:

Bright glossy light red

Internal

Flesh Colour:

Red

Hardness:

Semi hard to firm

Flavour:

Excellent for season

Stone:

Small

Gross Qualities

Cracking:

Quite susceptible to cracking in rain. Stem and horseshoe cracks.

Stem:

Long thin

Storage:

OK for local market but export unknown

Tree

Cropping:

Heavy

Blossom:

Mid

Pollination:

May be self fertile - Pollinates readily with Stella

Vigour:

Medium

Tree Habit/Form:

Open spreading tree

Notes

Not suitable for export but fruit has good timing for pre-Christmas market.
Small fruit size and susceptibility to splitting limits commercial value but low chilling requirement and
ease of pollination means IG200 has a definite place in home gardens.