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Parentage
Brice originates from a cross between Joan Squire and a
complex hybrid related to Joan
J, and was tested as 93/6.
Season
In Southern England the primocane crop starts in mid-August and
continues until late
September. A useful ‘double’ crop can also be obtained in June from
over-wintered canes.
Fruiting Characteristics
Brice is notable for its regular, bright and well -shaped fruits.
The fruits are well
formed with a firm, meaty and cohesive texture. Their colour is a
medium red which may
darken when the fruits are over ripe. Flavour and shelf-life are
excellent. The fruit
typically average 5g and hold their size well throughout the season.
High yields of
approximately 225g per plant per week have been reported.
Pest & Disease Resistance
The fruits are prone to powdery mildew (Sphaerotheca macularis)
infection if grown in
plastic tunnels, but not when grown in the open field. No other
serious pest and disease
problems have been reported.
Plant Characteristics
The erect, spine-free plants are very easy to manage.
Potential Uses
Brice is well suited for late-summer and autumn production in
open-field situations of
temperate regions, for both commercial and amateur markets. More
experience is needed
with the control of powdery mildew before it is recommended for
production in tunnels.
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