A southern highbush blueberry with large fruit. Origin: from the cross FL83-132 × O’Neal made at the University of Florida, Gainesville, in 1984. First selected in 1986 and tested in central and north Florida as FL 88-53. USPP12,783. Berry: very large, with good flavor. Medium dark with medium to good firmness. Scar is large and sometimes wet, which can sometimes cause postharvest problems. Tree: vigorous with stout stems; between spreading and erect. Chill requirement suitable for northern Florida and southern Georgia (300 to 500 h). Flowers in late February and early March in northern Florida; ripens in late April and early May. Medium to good survival in the field in northern Florida. Fruit:
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