Thornless, semi-erect, floricane-fruiting, with flavorful, early-ripening fruit. Origin: University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, by J.R. Clark. A-2253T × A-2406; crossed 2008; selected 2012; tested as A-2538T; introd. 2019. Tree: thornless; growth habit semi-erect; secondary buds in upper portion of canopy extend harvest, as secondary fruits ripen 2-3 weeks after first harvest of primary fruit; cold hardy to-17 ºC. Fruit: midsize, 6.2-6.8 g; round; glossy, even coloration; fertility high, resulting in uniform drupelet set; flavor consistent, 13.4 ºBrix; 0.54% titratable acidity expressed as citric acid; postharvest performance good; ripens early.
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