Origin: in Puyallup, Wash., by C.D. Schwartze, Western Washington Res. and Ext. Center, Washington State Univ. Introd. in 1967. WSU 615 everbearing × WSU 592 noneverbearing; selected in 1957; cross first made in 1942; tested as WSU 916. Tree: everbearing; flower buds initiated in short and long days; produces good runners; very productive; tolerant to mildew. Named after a western Washington Indian tribe. Fruit: resembles Rockhill; conic, size variable; appearance and quality good; produces moderate crop in June becoming more productive July through September; for gardens and local market.
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