Presto

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Vaccinium corymbosum L. Highbush blueberry · Fruit crops · bred by Edmund J. Wheeler James F. Hancock

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Variety description

10 August 2026

The variety belongs to the group of very early blueberry varieties. The bush has medium vigor and a semi-erect growth habit.

The plant has a low chilling requirement of less than 200 hours. Late flowering compared to other early southern-type varieties ensures resistance to frosts.

The berries of the variety are distinguished by their large size and light blue color. The fruits are characterized by a firm structure and a small, dry picking scar.

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Variety in registries Regions of admission, rights holders, and status of plant breeders' rights

Parties

Breeder: Edmund J. Wheeler^^^James F. Hancock 19 Developed the variety
Applicant: BB IP Repository LLC 22 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 № 20202608

Withdrawn

Application filed 22 October 2020
Registered —
Entry closed 21 April 2021

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