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Opal

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Fragaria x ananassa Duchesne ex Rozier Garden strawberry · Fruit crops · bred by Jonathan R. Nelson^^^Jeffrey D. Nelson^^^Daniel S. Nelson^^^Scott C. Nelson

also searched as: опал

Variety description

10 August 2026

The variety is remontant and belongs to the day-neutral group. The plants form vigorous, tall, semi-spreading bushes characterized by abundant runner formation.

The fruits are conical in shape and bright red in color. The average berry weight is 25–30 g. The variety possesses good taste qualities, transportability, and is for multipurpose use, including fresh consumption, processing, and freezing.

The plants show resistance to powdery mildew and white leaf spot. The origin of the variety is linked to breeding based on the varieties «Elsanta», «Providence», «Etna», «Evita», and «Selva».

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Fragaria Plant Sciences B.V. 3 Submitted the application to the register

Plant breeders' rights

The right is granted for a limited term: propagation of the variety requires a license from the rights holder.

European Union № 20232846
Application submitted
  1. Application filed 28 December 2023
  2. Registered
  3. Currently active indefinite in the register

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