Fruit spurs on the lower, shaded inside branches are low in vigor. Moisture or nitrogen supply is inadequate. Trees are in good vigor with 12 to 18 inches of terminal growth with no mineral deficiencies. Root systems are weakened by disease or physical damage. Older trees in good vigor have a mature bearing habit.
Bloom is heavy, especially after previous heavy crops.
Light bloom or light fruit set occurs with the exception of young trees. Young trees have many vigorous upright branches. Trees have horizontal fruiting branches. Thinners are applied toself-pollinated or poorly pollinated fruit. Insects are active on cross-pollinated cultivars 7.