DORSETT 
Dorsett was originated at the same time as Fairfax, of the same 
Premier cress. For this reason they are very often spoken of together, 
as well as for the fact that they resemble each other very closely, 
especially at fruiting time. 
Dorsett is a strong grower and a heavy plant maker. Normally 
it easily makes a good fruiting row. Sometimes, indeed, the plants be- 
come too thick. The leaves are drooping and SES veined, the foliage 
generally quite dark. 
The berries are quite large, a little brighter than Fairfax, but re- 
sembling it closely, with bright, prominent seeds. 
The flavor is exceptionally good, in fact, it is diffi- 
cult even for the experienced grower to distinguish 
between Dorsett and Fairfax at fruiting time. 
When conditions are very good, that is when moisture is abundant 
and cold weather has not been too severe, Dorsett is just about tops. 
However, adverse weather conditions may materially reduce the yield, 
and a heavy frost may do very severe damage. Dorsett is a rather weak 
pollenizer, too, partial pollination may result in rather small and knotty 
fruit and consequent smailer yield. 
CHESAPEAKE 
In Chesapeake We have the answer to the inquiry 
we get several times each year—“What is your best 
late berry?” It has been raised for many years, and 
has many warm friends. It is one of the fanciest of all 
strawberries. | 
The foliage is a little too thin, very dark green. It'is‘not a very good 
plant maker and is susceptible to winter damage, and requires good 
drainage. 
The berries are rich red, with bright yellow seeds, and a nice green 
cap. Not as many berries are set as in some other kinds, and probably 
this is why practically all the fruit is quite large. Very oo for flavor, 
very good for quality, very nice to handle. 
Chesapeake is about two weeks later than Premier in ripening, 
and comes on at a time when other good berries are going off the 
market or deteriorating, bringing top prices. 
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