What is your favorite tasting Fig this year?

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Frankallen

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Posted 1445626500	Reply with quote #1

I was just wanting to ask what everyone's favorite tasting Fig this year is. Mine without a doubt is Adriatic JH .....Man, I love this Fig, my Wife and I fight over them. I have only had about 15 or 20 ripe ones this year, but the taste is Amazing! If you do not have this Fig, please make sure you have it before next year....I am not kidding! Tonight, I am going in the backyard and get one that's about ripe and tell my Wife I heard something in the backyard and I need to investigate! ; ) Frank from Bama here she is : __________________ Frank from Bama- Zone 7-b Alabama .................................................... "Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever". Mahatma Gandhi

figgary

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Posted 1445629719	Reply with quote #2

I certainly agree with you Frank, that Adriatic JH is a 'must have', but I think I have to go with Galicia Negra. It was shared by Harvey at my get-together, and it was memorable. I can't wait to taste it again. It has been a very abundant harvest of figs here this year, and many have been amazing. __________________ Gary in CA 9A Seeking: Bebera Branca*, Colonel Littman's Cross

Iowafig

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Posted 1445630692	Reply with quote #3

I cant say since I have yet to have a fresh fig. I just got some Adriatic JH cuttings in the mail. Glad I got that one now. My wife has been laughing at me for getting more "sticks" in the mail. Haha

figpig_66

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Posted 1445631097	Reply with quote #4

So far my white ischia but my thibodeaux is starting to swell. Second would be becnel native black. Well orourke too. Lol. __________________ RICHIE BONI HICKORY LOUISIANA ZONE 8B WARM HUMID WINRERS ARE VERY MILD LOW 20'S BUT WARMS RIGHT UP DURING THE DAY. SUMMER IS EXTREMELY HOT & HUMID 100 degrees 100% humidity fig tree grow like crazy but some split from rain & humidity Wish list. Col de dame blanc Col de rimada Lsu numbered figs

bigbadbill

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Posted 1445631233	Reply with quote #5

Thanks for starting this thread, Frank. It is a coincidence because I was just going to post my new favorite fig...Italian 258! Up until today, I probably would have been right there with you Frank- with Adriatic JH , or possibly Paradiso bronze VS. Threre were some contenders early with Sodus Sicilian, izbat an Naj, Rockaway green, Susser Georg, and even Bisirri #3 ( I probably am forgetting a few others that were right up there, also). However, this year belongs to Italian 258. There were three ( my first three I-258's ever) hanging on my very small two yr old tree. I popped the first one off earlier today, admired the size and doorknob shape and sliced this dense ball of rich jelly open. This was an indescribable fig, see pics below. Rich, sweet and a flavor all of its own ( although it was similar in flavor to my kk black Madeira). Even the skin was delicious and uniquely sweet. Most of my figs are waning in terms of flavor and sweetness because we just don't have the heat to ripe them anymore, but this was the exception. I wonder what it would taste like in the unforgiving heat of August. I would grow ten trees of this variety if I could. Hey that gives me an idea... Attached Images image.jpg (149.49 KB, 103 views) image.jpg (148.79 KB, 101 views) __________________ SE Pa, zone 6b https://www.facebook.com/offthebeatenpathnurseries

Likeo

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Posted 1445632072	Reply with quote #6

Mine is definitely Conadria (my only fig...), green with amber flesh, so tasty... I discovered figs are tastier warm to... __________________ Figs: Conadria and Little Ruby

sarahkt

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Posted 1445632283	Reply with quote #7

I agree with Gary, Galicia Negra was number one this year. It's also #1 on my cutting goals for this winter! Second rung is about an even tie between Adriatic JH, CdDB, and Strawberry Verte. __________________ Sarah from Bay Area, CA (zone: 9B) Wishlist: Sangue Dolce, Black Ischia (UCD), Peloponnisiaka Aspra Sika

waynea

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Posted 1445633000	Reply with quote #8

I hope you are right about Adriatic JH and Galicia Negra, I have not tried either but I have both with strong roots and growth and they should produce several figs next year. can't wait. My CdD Blanc was probably the best this year.

Frankallen

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Posted 1445637264 · Edited	Reply with quote #9

Quote: Originally Posted by Likeo Mine is definitely Conadria (my only fig...), green with amber flesh, so tasty... I discovered figs are tastier warm to... Liam, send me a PM with your Address and I will send you some cuttings free of charge! Frank from Bama __________________ Frank from Bama- Zone 7-b Alabama .................................................... "Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever". Mahatma Gandhi

cis4elk

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Posted 1445638920	Reply with quote #10

#1 was Navid's Unknown Dark Greek, #2 was MBVS. __________________ Calvin Littleton,CO z5/6 Wants List: For everyone to clean-up after themselves and co-exist peacefully. Let's think more about the future of our planet and less about ourselves. :)

Likeo

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Posted 1445638935 · Edited	Reply with quote #11

Quote: Originally Posted by Frankallen Quote: Originally Posted by Likeo Mine is definitely Conadria (my only fig...), green with amber flesh, so tasty... I discovered figs are tastier warm to... Liam, send me a PM with your Address and I will send you some cuttings free of charge! Frank from Bama Thank you, but i can't right know, my dad says no more plants until we move (probably december), i currently have a fig, passion fruit, grapefruit, avacado, and vanilla orchid that i have, its a lot, but thank you for the offer! Besides, i live in nevada, so shipping... __________________ Figs: Conadria and Little Ruby

Frankallen

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Posted 1445639539 · Edited	Reply with quote #12

Liam, that's OK, listen to what your Dad says....When you get to where you are moving, I will help you out !..., Ok ? Frank from Bama __________________ Frank from Bama- Zone 7-b Alabama .................................................... "Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever". Mahatma Gandhi

Mario_1

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Posted 1445640333 · Edited	Reply with quote #13

I'm Fairly new at figs but I managed to acquire over 200 different ones in the past 2 year, I like them all I'm steel confused on the different taste, there is one that stands out, a light colored, pear shaped average sized fig it came from my great grandfather's house in the mountains of Abbruzzo overlooking the Adriatic sea (who knows maybe Adriatic relative?) __________________ Wallingford CT, USA zone 6a would be happy to meet and get together with other members near me Wish list; Any fig from any specific place anywhere in Italy

Likeo

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Posted 1445641487	Reply with quote #14

Sounds like some sort of Adriatic or Conadria __________________ Figs: Conadria and Little Ruby

Mario_1

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Posted 1445641879	Reply with quote #15

I have a canadria and it's definatly not a canadria, lighter in color, long neck like pear, I will take pictures next year __________________ Wallingford CT, USA zone 6a would be happy to meet and get together with other members near me Wish list; Any fig from any specific place anywhere in Italy

Likeo

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Posted 1445643669	Reply with quote #16

Quote: Originally Posted by Mario_1 I have a canadria and it's definatly not a canadria, lighter in color, long neck like pear, I will take pictures next year Mine looks exactly like that, deep red, light yellow green __________________ Figs: Conadria and Little Ruby

chucklikestofish

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Posted 1445644625 · Edited	Reply with quote #17

Quote: Originally Posted by Frankallen I was just wanting to ask what everyone's favorite tasting Fig this year is. Mine without a doubt is Adriatic JH .....Man, I love this Fig, my Wife and I fight over them. I have only had about 15 or 20 ripe ones this year, but the taste is Amazing! If you do not have this Fig, please make sure you have it before next year....I am not kidding! Tonight, I am going in the backyard and get one that's about ripe and tell my Wife I heard something in the backyard and I need to investigate! ; ) Frank from Bama here she is : ~ mine was vdb~but i only have 13 varieties though~ __________________

Likeo

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I indirectly like adriatic, Conadria is cross between adriatic and a caprifig __________________ Figs: Conadria and Little Ruby

Hobo62288

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Posted 1445647828	Reply with quote #19

I also have never eaten a Fig but this thread will definitely help me when searching for plants and cuttings this winter. I tried rooting Adriatic JH but being my first try at rooting I failed. Now I have better Potting mixes, Perlite, vermiculite, etc so hopefully my next attempt will succeed. I have a few plants that will hopefully produce next year (Hardy Chicago, Scott's Black and MvsB plus my Mission and Yellow Neches cuttings which are rooting and I hope will survive. Thanks for the awesome info here everyone. __________________ Bryan \| Zone 7 \| NC Wish List: CdDG, CdDN, BM, Barnisotte Gris, KB, LSU Red, Preto

Charlie

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Posted 1445649182	Reply with quote #20

Have to say the one that sticks out most in my mind is not a fig of mine...yet. I get to prune them in a few more weeks when they go dormant. I don't reckon I've posted here about these trees yet. This one fig was the only fig on this young tree that's different from any of their other trees, in fact, the Sister didn't even realize the tree had a fig on it until I walked over to investigate when she said "that little tree came up on its own!". It's growing a good 25-30 feet from the rest of the much larger and older trees and who am I to argue with a Nun? I have no theory or explanation of how it could even exist. I haven't had nearly the variety of figs as most here but have had some I consider very good from some older trees around. This fig is outstanding, at least to me. Don't even know what to call it. The leaf is like Negronne but the fig as you can see is not. They have Negronne, two yellow Italian type, a green Greek type and a BT they account for planting but this one is a mystery. One I am surely looking forward to investigating. __________________ Zone 7A ~ Fort Smith area Arkansas

eboone

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Posted 1445649398	Reply with quote #21

For me, out of 30 some varieties my best was Brooklyn Dark. After that I thought Susser Georg was extremely good. Then several more - Black Triana (before rains caused splitting), San Pietro, VdB and Emerald Strawberry. __________________ Ed Zone 6A - Southwest PA --------------------------- Short wish list: CDDG, LSU Red, Dark Greek (Navid), Col Littman's Black Cross. And any cold hardy early fig.

Likeo

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Posted 1445649655	Reply with quote #22

Quote: Originally Posted by Charlie Have to say the one that sticks out most in my mind is not a fig of mine...yet. I get to prune them in a few more weeks when they go dormant. I don't reckon I've posted here about these trees yet. This one fig was the only fig on this young tree that's different from any of their other trees, in fact, the Sister didn't even realize the tree had a fig on it until I walked over to investigate when she said "that little tree came up on its own!". It's growing a good 25-30 feet from the rest of the much larger and older trees and who am I to argue with a Nun? I have no theory or explanation of how it could even exist. I haven't had nearly the variety of figs as most here but have had some I consider very good from some older trees around. This fig is outstanding, at least to me. Don't even know what to call it. The leaf is like Negronne but the fig as you can see is not. They have Negronne, two yellow Italian type, a green Greek type and a BT they account for planting but this one is a mystery. One I am surely looking forward to investigating. I love that "honey glow" on those kinds of figs, deep amber, green skin __________________ Figs: Conadria and Little Ruby

jdsfrance

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Posted 1445695233	Reply with quote #23

Hi, I liked them all, but the healthy "Longue d'aout" is my best this year. It ripened the figs soon enough, had a big crop, the figs have a good size, they have honey inside, and the flesh is meaty. LDA is, for me, in the dark figs class. __________________ ------------------------ Climate from -25°C to + 35°C Only cold hardy figtrees can make it here

joann1536

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Quote: Originally Posted by Mario_1 I'm Fairly new at figs but I managed to acquire over 200 different ones in the past 2 year, I like them all I'm steel confused on the different taste, there is one that stands out, a light colored, pear shaped average sized fig it came from my great grandfather's house in the mountains of Abbruzzo overlooking the Adriatic sea (who knows maybe Adriatic relative?) Mario, I think that is the same one I'm looking for! Same as the ones in my grandparents' village in Valle Peligna. Let me know what it is if you find out, please! __________________ USDA Zone 9b Wish list: Abruzzi, Pasquale, Tagliacozzo, Zingarella, Godfather. Any unk Italian, especially from Abruzzo.

GreenFin

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Posted 1445700637	Reply with quote #25

My best-tasting so far this year has been Malta Black. I was shocked how good it was, especially off of a young potted tree. __________________ James, zone 6a Kansas (zone 10 greenhouses); wish list is in my profile http://www.FigCuttings.com

GreenFin

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Posted 1445700971	Reply with quote #26

Quote: Originally Posted by Mario_1 I'm Fairly new at figs but I managed to acquire over 200 different ones in the past 2 year That's awesome! I love this hobby :) Fun to collect, fun to eat, fun to share. It's even fun to see other people amass their collections. Pretty much just a great hobby all the way around. __________________ James, zone 6a Kansas (zone 10 greenhouses); wish list is in my profile http://www.FigCuttings.com

AltadenaMara

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Posted 1445701584 · Edited	Reply with quote #27

For me it would be the best from each taste category, with a first and second place, because each group is special and very different from each other, almost like a different fruit, apples and oranges. Most of my figs are from first year cuttings, so the ones that stood out were usually from the older trees from nurseries or gifts from generous members. Sugar fig: LSU Purple first, with a Celeste Improved (PftP sold as O’Rourke) second. Honey Fig: Pete’s Honey first with the abundant Latarulla EL second Adriatic Berry: Strawberry Verte first (finally one that didn't split!) with Bourjasotte Gris (1^st year) a close second. Bordeaux Berry: VdB first with RdB second, although it was more sweet with less berry flavor. Dark Berry: Marseilles Black VS (1^st year) but some figs in this class are still ripening, so this could still change. __________________ Mara Southern California Zone 1990= 9b 2012= 10a 2020=?

Sas

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Posted 1445702016	Reply with quote #28

Hi Frank. I have many varieties and it has been very hard to beat a Col de Dame Blanc (UCD version). Unfortunately it is has been a very late fig and hard to get established. In fact I picked my last fig this past week one of only three or four fruits this season. Last year I had a much better crop. The winter keeps on trimming my tree. After three years this shrub is not over two foot tall. I Keep hoping for a more robust growth and increased crop each year. The Col de Dame Gris which has almost a similar taste is a much better grower but so far has not been as productive. __________________ Sas from North Austin TX Zone 8B Wish list: Becane

Likeo

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Quote: Originally Posted by Sas Hi Frank. I have many varieties and it has been very hard to beat a Col de Dame Blanc (UCD version). Unfortunately it is has been a very late fig and hard to get established. In fact I picked my last fig this past week one of only three or four fruits this season. Last year I had a much better crop. The winter keeps on trimming my tree. After three years this shrub is not over two foot tall. I Keep hoping for a more robust growth and increased crop each year. The Col de Dame Gris which has almost a similar taste is a much better grower but so far has not been as productive. Looks like my Conadria figs __________________ Figs: Conadria and Little Ruby

Jodi

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Posted 1445703810	Reply with quote #30

Moving to grow figs!!! Oh my goodness I am soooo jealous of all the amazing fig tasting experiences. As a new addict, I am dreaming of my first experience of the favorites you all mentioned here. Seems that many of you love the Italian 258 this year! Sounds like a sensory explosion Our figgy addiction is getting pretty bad, my boyfriend and I are house hunting with fig growing at the top of our perfect house list (climate and property). We are moving to a micro climate in our valley just to have more success with figs. I so appreciate all the generous sharing of figs, knowledge and enthusiasm. Reading the forum is fast becoming my bedtime story. Here's to the figs and figgy friends. Best, Jodi Camp Verde, AZ Zone 10 I feel unworthy of the gift, but I would dearly appreciate being a mom to any of your favorites. Wish List: Italian 258 BM Smith White Triana Toni's Brown Italian And any others you have extra cuttings of. This year I can share Brown Turkey and Texas Everbearing (1 year old in ground and 8 feet tall) cuttings, which are still ripening with oiling of their bellies. __________________ In the book the "The Meaning of Trees" it is said the fig regulates the heart and that the true essence of Figs is...food for the soul. Daisy's IBT cuttings will be available in January/February along with a few Lampeira Parda. Wishes for Martinenca Rimada, Black Ischia, I258, CddRoja, Jolly Tiger, Your favorite Figgy! Zone 8a Camp Verde AZ

jeffire

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Posted 1445752952	Reply with quote #31

I would have to say that it is Raspberry Latte, what a great Fig! __________________ Let the Beauty You Love Be What You Do -Rumi

AZFig

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Posted 1445794249	Reply with quote #32

Only have about ten varieties so far and my Red Lebanese is the best Attached Images received_1506373739656572.jpeg (52.30 KB, 29 views) received_1506375132989766.jpeg (69.89 KB, 32 views) received_1506375226323090.jpeg (87.94 KB, 29 views) __________________ JUSTIN Zone 8a Wishlist-Genovese Nero

joann1536

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Posted 1445797390	Reply with quote #33

Attilio Purple was very good. VdB and Petite Negra were both really good, too. Had an Unk Orangeburg Purple this morning, and those are getting better and better. Best might have to be the VdB, though. __________________ USDA Zone 9b Wish list: Abruzzi, Pasquale, Tagliacozzo, Zingarella, Godfather. Any unk Italian, especially from Abruzzo.

Herman2

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Posted 1445816342	Reply with quote #34

I have ,and I had Many varieties,so I can also ,clearly choose my best Tasting fig this year.and, is again,just like last year,Italian 258. Depending on the Summer season i had in other years,as my best,tasting:Violette de Bordeaux,Col de Dame,Adriatic JH, Nero 600 M, Dalmatie,Maltese Falcon,Ischia Black,Preto,Madeira Black,and some others,but for the last 2 years it was Italian 258. It taste like Madeira Black,and it looks like Madeira Black on steroids,as compared to size,of fruit, and vigor of tree.

Likeo

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Posted 1445821316	Reply with quote #35

Quote: Originally Posted by Mario_1 I have a canadria and it's definatly not a canadria, lighter in color, long neck like pear, I will take pictures next year By the way, mine isn't like that, no long neck, maybe its just not old enough __________________ Figs: Conadria and Little Ruby

COGardener

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Posted 1445822022	Reply with quote #36

I only had three varieties produce figs this year LSU IC, Hardy Chicago and Sweet George. They were all good, yet the Sweet George really stood out for me. I should have many more to try next year. Is it next year yet???

ChrisK

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Posted 1445822849 · Edited	Reply with quote #37

Wow, all those figs look great ,thanks all for posting. I'm pretty sure that Charlie's fig is a Brunswick. If you look at pic #2 , the large eye, the shape of the leaves( look at the shadow on the ground) and the interior color point to that. Brunswick can be a knock out good fig at the right conditions or a nightmare during heavy rains and a very humid season. My favorite this year was my Hardy Chicago. Very rich fig flavor, sweet enough and that peachy skin!!!! Hm hmmmmm. Attached Images image.jpeg (55.22 KB, 19 views) image.jpeg (63.44 KB, 19 views) image.jpeg (120.12 KB, 17 views) __________________ ChrisK Atl GA Zone 7b-8a

Likeo

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Posted 1445822940	Reply with quote #38

Quote: Originally Posted by ChrisK Wow, all those figs look great ,thanks all for posting. I'm pretty sure that Charlie's fig is a Brunswick. If you look at pic #2 , the large eye, the shape of the leaves( look at the shadow on the ground) and the interior color point to that. Brunswick can be a knock out good fig at the right conditions or a nightmare during heavy rains and a very humid season. My favorite this year was my Hardy Chicago. Very reach fig flavor, sweet enough and that peachy skin!!!! Hm hmmmmm. No hollow in middle, so no __________________ Figs: Conadria and Little Ruby

ChrisK

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Posted 1445824537	Reply with quote #39

Not all figs look exactly alike and if you look closely there is a bit of a hollow right past the eye on the top half. Weather conditions can dramatically alter the fig look and taste especially the Bruns. I have quite a few of them and I get all kinds of different looking ones. Some are round some long , with a short or long fruit stem and the same tree can vary in appearance from year to year. By the way it's just a guess. Attached Images image.jpeg (313.04 KB, 29 views) image.jpeg (177.50 KB, 29 views) image.jpeg (181.78 KB, 27 views) image.jpeg (130.54 KB, 29 views) image.jpeg (96.62 KB, 27 views) image.jpeg (90.64 KB, 24 views) __________________ ChrisK Atl GA Zone 7b-8a

Frankallen

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Posted 1445857465	Reply with quote #40

Quote: Originally Posted by ChrisK Not all figs look exactly alike and if you look closely there is a bit of a hollow right past the eye on the top half. Weather conditions can dramatically alter the fig look and taste especially the Bruns. I have quite a few of them and I get all kinds of different looking ones. Some are round some long , with a short or long fruit stem and the same tree can vary in appearance from year to year. By the way it's just a guess. Hey Chris, I agree that it's a Brunswick! The leaves are a dead give-a-way..:) __________________ Frank from Bama- Zone 7-b Alabama .................................................... "Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever". Mahatma Gandhi

waynea

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Posted 1445861223	Reply with quote #41

It seems that Brunswick is the correct match, good observation Chris and Frank.

xenil

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Posted 1445875285	Reply with quote #42

This year my favorite was my Orsara from Italy which has a very special favor what I can't describe maybe a little honey with a cinamon after taster. The second was my Michurinska 10, we had a hot summer without rains so it was absolutely delicious :). __________________ Kristian Location:Hungary,zone 6B Currently growing: Freckled Beauty, Saint Anthony, Saint Maritn, Martinete (Pérola), Armenian, White Marseilles, Ronde De Bordeaux, Hardy Chicago, Marseilles Vs Black, Gino's Black, Natailna, Sal's El, Laradek Ebt, Green Michurinska, Michurinska 10 , Vagabond, Negretta, Negronne, Orsara, Dalmatie, Laradek Ebt, Adriatic Jh, Improved Celeste, Kútfeji Black, Black Plate, Deszki mézédes

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