A word of caution, the limo box should be well constructed and re- 

 iiilni^ced to pi'ovent deflection, v\/hich could result in a leak, when the 

 lime is placed in the box. 



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NEWER VARIETIES WORTHY OF TRIAL 



James F, Anderson 

 Department of Plant & Soil Sciences 



The following report briefly describes the newer fruit varieties 

 under test in the University plantings that are worthy of trial by com- 

 mercial growers and home gardenei^s. 



STRi\WBERRIES 



Among the recently introduced varieties that one might consider 

 for planting in Massachusetts are Fulton, Frontenac, Fletcher, Midway 

 and Vesper. 



Since the performance of a strawberry variety is greatly influenced 

 by climatic soil and cultural conditions, it is suggested that growers 

 test any new variety on a small scale before planting it on a commercial 

 basis . 



Fulton - A mid-season variety which has performed very well in Amherst. 

 Tlie plant is vigorous, a good runner producer, very productive and free 

 from leaf diseases. The fruit is medium in size, attractive, very firm 

 and of very good flavor, Fulton is not resistant to red stele. 



Fletcher - The plant is vigorous and a good runner producer „ The yield 

 is good. The fruit ripens in the late mid-season, is large, firm, attrac- 

 tive, very good in flavor and is said to be an excellent freezer. 

 Fletcher has no resistance to red stele. 



Frontenac - The fruit is large, medium to dark red in color, attractive, 

 good in flavor and moderately firm. Frontenac is said to be excellent 

 for freezing. The plants are large and form sufficient runners for a 

 good bed. Frontenac is susceptible to drought, which could account for 

 its failure to reach its full yield potential in our trials last summer. 



Midway - A mid-season variety ripening with or slightly before Catskill. 

 The plants are vigorous, good plant makers and very productive. Midway 

 is resistant to the common races of red stele, but may show some mildew. 

 The fruit is medium to large, deep red, glossy, attractive and very good 

 in flavor. Variable size and a tendency for green tips has been noted 

 in past trials. Midway is well worth trial in commercial quantities, 

 especially in soil where r^ed stele has been a problem. Midway performs 

 best on soils of good moisture holding capacity. 



