DORSETT 
Dorsett is a strong grower and a heavy plant maker. Normally it 
easily makes a good fruiting row. The leaves are drooping and roughiy 
veined, the foliage generally quite dark. 
The berries are quite large, a little brighter than Fairfax, but re- 
sembiing it closely, with bright, prominent seeds. 
The flavor is exceptionally good, in fact, it is difficult 
even for the experienced grower to distinguish between Dor- 
sett and Fairfax at fruiting time. 
When weather conditions are good, Dorsett is just about tops in 
strawberries. However, it seems to be very vulnerable to adverse condi- 
tions. It seems quite susceptible to frost as well as dry weather. Dorsett 
is a weak pollenizer, too, and partial pollination may cause small and 
knotty fruit. It is not a consistent bearer. 
AROMA 
Aroma is an old variety, grown in certain localities for many years. 
It has been used especially in the region around Pekin and Borden, 
Indiana, where it was long a favorite on account of its ability to stand 
car refrigeration. Some growers still like it there, possibly for the more 
or less sentimental reason that it used to do weil for them. 
The foliage is light green, and a good fruiting row is 
easily obtained. The plants are rather small, the roots rather 
short, and top leaves die down sharply in winter. 
The fruit is large, nicely rounded, bright red, with deli- 
ciously aromatic odor and flavor, hence the name Aroma. A 
nice glossy berry with bright green cap and attractive ap- 
pearance. 
Ripens about a week later than Premier. The fruiting season is gen- 
erally short, and the yield rather disappointing. 
Hee a te ae 
May 24, 1954 
“Received strawberry plants O K and they sure are nice plants. I 
know that I will have success with them.” . 
Urgelle La Bonte, Spalding, Michigan 
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