Rabbiteyes

Rabbiteye varieties are native to the southeastern states. They have been commercially cultivated for nearly 100 years.

With firmer berries and thicker skin, southern growers machine harvest Rabbiteyes for both the fresh and process markets.  The seeds tend to be slightly more pronounced than Highbush.  In Oregon, Rabbiteyes ripen quite late, with some varieties starting at the end of August and continuing through October. Their post-harvest shelf life is outstanding.

Rabbiteyes are available by custom order.

 

 

Denotes varieties licensed to Fall Creek Farm & Nursery, Inc. Please refer to our Variety Charts for license details.

  Berries Bush Primary Use
Variety Season Size Qualities Habit Commercial Fresh Process Local Market & U-Pick
Rabbiteyes
Vernon
U.S. Plant Patent 18,291
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Firm, Light Blue, Sweet Pleasant Flavor

Extremely Vigorous, Long Branches, Open

Vernon is recommended for trial plantings in California, the Southeast and in other warmer climates where growers wish to extend their season past Highbush varieties. The berries are large, light blue and quite firm, with a sweet, pleasant flavor. In California, Vernon will ripen early July and harvest for 30 days or more. Vernon should be planted with Alapaha for best pollination.
Licensor:  University of Georgia Research Foundation, Inc.  Exclusive Territory(s): ): US - Western States (WA, OR, CA, AZ), Chile,  Argentina, Uruguay, Europe, North Africa, Republic of South Africa,    Non-Exclusive Territory(s): US - All Other States
Rabbiteyes
Alapaha
U.S. Plant Patent 16,266
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Excellent Flavor, Firm, Medium Blue

Narrow, Upright, Vigorous

Alapaha ripens with Vernon. Alapaha berries are medium size, with small, dry scars and excellent flavor. We recommend Alapaha be planted as a companion to Vernon for plantings in warmer climates where growers wish to extend their season.
Licensor:  University of Georgia Research Foundation, Inc.  Exclusive Territory(s): Chile,  Argentina, Uruguay, Europe, North Africa, Republic of South Africa,    Non-Exclusive Territory(s): US - All States
Rabbiteyes
Ochlockonee
U.S. Plant Patent 17,300
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Good Sweet Flavor, Medium Blue

Moderately Upright, Vigorous

Ochlockonee is the new leading variety for late season Rabbiteye production in the Pacific Northwest. Planted with Powderblue for pollination, Ochlockonee has consistent yields of firm, flavorful berries, larger than Powderblue. Field observations indicate Ochlockonee is more resistant to bacterial canker than other Rabbiteyes. It is recommended for commercial plantings where a late, fresh market fruit is desired.
Licensor:  University of Georgia Research Foundation, Inc.  Exclusive Territory(s): ): US - Western States (WA, OR, CA, AZ), Chile,  Argentina, Uruguay, Europe, North Africa, Republic of South Africa,    Non-Exclusive Territory(s): US - All Other States
Rabbiteyes
Powderblue
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Firm, Mild Flavor, Sky Blue

Upright, Vigorous

Powderblue is currently one of the two leading varieties for late season Rabbiteye production in the Pacific Northwest. The bush is vigorous and has high yields. The berries are medium size, firm and resistant to cracking from fall rains. We recommend Powderblue as a companion for pollination with Ochlockonee where a quality, late season, fresh market berry is desired.
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