Origin: in Leesburg, Fla., by L.H. Stover, Watermelon and Grape Investigations Lab., Florida Agr. Expt. Sta. Introd. in 1954. Vitis simpsoni Pixiola × Golden Muscat; cross made in 1945; selected in 1951. Berry: up to 5/8 inch in diam., slightly smaller than desired for commercial table use; very few "shot" or unfertilized berries; skin emerald green to light golden, fairly tough; flesh soft, agreeably flavored, sweet, fragrant, and rather unique aroma; seed size medium, two to four/fruit; juice aromatic, sweet, well-flavored, light-colored; ripens during July at Leesburg; primarily for home gardens and local markets. Tree: Fruit:
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