A fresh-market strawberry adapted to both central coastal and southern California. Origin: in Watsonville, Calif., by T.M. Sjulin, A.Q. Amorao, and J.I. Espejo, Driscoll Strawberry Associates, Inc. Swede × Douglas; tested as 3V23; introd. in 1994. USPP 9130. Tree: short-day type; high moderate early yield in southern California and high yield over extended season in central coastal California; moderately low chilling requirement; abundant runner production after chilling. Susceptible to Verticillium wilt, angular leaf spot, anthracnose two-spotted spider mite and flower thrip; some resistance to powdery mildew; tolerant to virus diseases occurring in California. Fruit: large to medium size; glossy, uniform medium red exterior and interior color; firm but can soften in storage; conic to medium to long wedge; achenes at surface or slightly recessed; excellent flavor; susceptible to both Botrytis and Rhizophus rots.
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