A productive, fresh-market strawberry adapted to Mediterranean climates, glasshouses, and hydroponic production systems. Origin: by D. Musacchi and M. Leis with Consorzio Italiano Vivaisti Co. in Ferrara, Italy. Gorella × Selection No. 15; released 1994. USPP 8535. Tree: short-day type, however, requires 12–15 h per day to trigger shift from vegetative to reproductive phase; compact; very good production; produces more branched crowns than Gorella. Less sensitive to downy mildew and leaf spot than Gorella. Fruit: large; primarily conic; bright red and glossy; pale red interior; calyx not easily removed; medium sweetness, acidity and aroma; hollow cores in primary fruit; fruit keep well.
Home