Sinta

Orig. in Summerland, British Columbia, Canada, by KO. Lapins, Canada Dept. Agr. Res. Sta. Golden Delicious × Grimes Golden. Cross made in 1955, selected in 1965. <b>Fruit:</b> medium size; roundish oblong, skin yellow with light blush, smooth; flesh cream-colored, moderately firm, crisp, juicy, quality very good; recommended for local roadside market to precede Golden Delicious; ripens 3 weeks before Golden Delicious. <b>Tree:</b> medium size, spreading; moderate vigor; precocious bearer, moderately productive.