“JupiterBlue® 'FCM12-131' is the earliest ripening variety in the zero chill program of the Fall Creek® Collection. It has a complex flavor with medium acidity and a perfect scar. The bush is usually half the size of a Biloxi—possibly even smaller—with a competitive yield during fall. ”
— Patty Rodriguez-Armenta
Latin America Breeder at Fall Creek®
No Chill
JupiterBlue® ‘FCM12-131’
JupiterBlue® ‘FCM12-131’ is one of the earliest ripening varieties from the Fall Creek® Collection in no chill production regions. The berries are medium-sized and slightly flat, with a firm, meaty texture, and a lightly acidic flavor.
This variety fruits primarily from primocane buds under no chill conditions and floricane buds in low chill regions. Although self-fertile, cross-pollination is highly recommended to ensure maximum fruit size and will reduce the percentage of retained corollas. JupiterBlue® ‘FCM12-131’ has a competitive yield of highly attractive berries during the early marketing window. Caution must be taken to properly manage JupiterBlue® ‘FCM12-131’ as it is sensitive to fungal and bacterial diseases and poor nutrient management.
Licensed Variety
Licensed to Fall Creek®. Royalties may apply. Please contact your regional Fall Creek® representative for details. U.S. Patent No. PP29,125 Mexico PBR No. 1743 CPVO PBR App. No. 2016/1753 Peru PBR App. No. 1311-2017 Unlicensed propagation prohibited.Berry Size:
Medium
| Primary Use: | Fresh |
| Fruit Qualities: | Light Blue, Firm, Sweet & Acid |
| Bush Habit: | Rounded |
| Chilling Level: | No Chill |
| Ripening Season | |
Early
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