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quality best ; freestone. Season, September. Starred in many States 

 where west European varieties thrive. Domestica. Belgium. 



Berkmans (Sweet Botan, White-fleshed Botari). Medium to large, 

 roundish oblong, slightly angular; color bright red in sun, splashed 

 with yellow on shaded side, with many golden dots. Flesh yellowish, 

 juicy, very sweet; quality very good at proper stage, but mealy and 

 dry when very ripe. Triflora. Japan. 



Berger (Strawberry). Small to very small, much flattened; color 

 bright red with bloom; suture distinct. Flesh yellow, firm, meaty, 



