O'HENRY is an open pollinated seedling of 'Merill Bonanza', introduced in 1970 by Grant Merrill, Red Bluff, CA. The tree has showy blossoms and the fruit has short pubescence. Harvest season begins Aug. 28 to Sept 4. This is a round, large (3.0 to 3.25 inches in diameter) attractive fruit and has 90 to 100% red color. Yellow freestone with superb flavor. The flesh is firm and flavor is excellent. The blossoms have only moderate cold hardiness and are less cold tolerant than 'Loring'. Strong, vigorous heavy bearing, self-fruitful tree. The tree is very susceptible to bacterial spot. Popular fresh market variety. Requires 750 hours of chilling. Hardy to 36 degrees F.  Zones 6-9. 750 chill hours. Harvest Aug 15- Aug 20.

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