Elsanta*

 

Plant: plant of high vigour and erect habit. Excellent productivity. The plant is sensitive to Oidium and Colletotrichum and is rather sensitive to Phytophthora cactorum, Fragaria and Verticillium. The plant is also sensitive for frost damage.


Flowers: large size with large anthers rich in pollen, only the first flowers exhibit under-developed anthers.


Flowering season: mid season.


Fruit: of large size, conical or round shape, bright red colour and medium calyx. The flesh is firm and juicy, with good flavor.

Harvesting season: mid season.


Overall summary: variety of great commercial value, but difficult to farm, as it is sensitive to diseases that affect the root system. Therefore, it needs light, healthy or disinfected soils. Humid or heavy soils should be avoided. It is particularly suited to planned cultivation and for soilless cultivation with enlarged plants.
 
 
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