Guangning Large Chinese Hawthorn

Guangning Large Chinese Hawthorn

　　The Large Flesh Chinese Hawthorn is a variety introduced to Guangning County in 2010, featuring five key advantages: First, it bears fruit early and yields abundantly. This variety typically becomes productive in its third year after planting, with stable yields exceeding 100 kg per plant after five years. Second, the fruit is large, with an average single fruit weight between 75–100 g, and can reach up to 275 g at maximum. Third, it has a good fresh taste with minimal astringency. Fourth, it shows strong resistance and adaptability. It is not afraid of frost, has particularly strong drought resistance, and is easy to cultivate. Fifth, it has a long storage life, is easy to process, and suitable for a wide range of products such as fruit wine, fruit powder, juice, dried hawthorn slices, hawthorn tea, and preserved fruit. These characteristics make it highly suitable for industrialized development with promising market prospects.

　　After several years of trial planting and demonstration promotion, the Large Flesh Chinese Hawthorn industry is now beginning to take shape. The county has planted 32,000 mu of this variety and established 100 mu of seedling breeding bases. Three major production hubs have formed, centered around Muge, Nanjie, and Jiangtun. Additionally, a Large Flesh Chinese Hawthorn Association has been established to provide local growers with services such as production techniques, industry information, and distribution and sales support.