Early-season northern highbush blueberry with excellent eating quality. Origin: Fruit Tree Nurseries-Komacihen Co., Nakagawamura, Nagano Pref., Japan, by T. Matuzawa. Spartan O.P., 1992; selected 2000; introduced 2008; registered as No. 16971 by the Seedlings Law of Japan. Tree: moderately vigorous; upright; height 120–150 cm; flowers similar to Spartan; moderate productivity; wider soil adaptability than Spartan. Fruit: very large (to medium in later part of season); oblate; light blue; scar small; excellent firmness and flavor; requires cross-pollination; ripens early-season, similar to Spartan; good postharvest shelf life; suitable for fresh market.
Home