Description
Also known as Kalle Red. Puts on quite a fragrant flower show in the spring. Large, fine-textured crimson skin, with creamy white flesh and ample juice. Excellent for eating out of hand, canning and preserves. Thin the fruit to about five inches apart for optimal results. Tolerates clay soil. Originated as a natural mutation of Clapp’s Favorite. Ripens in late August. Best pollinators: Moonglow or Beurre Bosc.
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Characteristics
| Bloom Color | White |
| Fruit Color | Red |
| Fruit Size | Medium - Large |
| Ripens/Harvest | Late August |
| Shade/Sun | Full Sun |
| Soil Composition | Loamy |
| Soil Moisture | Well Drained |
| Soil pH Level | 6.0 - 7.0 |
| Taste | Juicy And Sweet |
| Texture | Crisp |
| Years to Bear | 4 - 6 |
| Zone Range | 5 - 7 |
Zone Compatibility
Pollination
This variety requires another one for adequate pollination.
Tools & Supplies
Planting & Care
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