Evie 2 remains one of the highest yielding ever bearers with some growers achieving 2 kilo’s per plant. With a large berry size and an exceptionally high percentage of class 1, harvesting costs are reduced. Evie 2 was selected in 1998 as part of the Edward Vinson Limited strawberry breeding programme. In five years of trials it has shown a number of advantages which are placing the variety as complimentary or a replacement for Everest. The variety is more vigorous than Everest and easier to grow. Evie 2 proving to be higher yielding than Everest with a more consistent cropping pattern under heat stress. On some commercial trials it has achieved in excess of 2 kilos per plant. The main advantages are: – Large average fruit size with excellent fruit shape – Extremely high yielding – Exceptionally high percentage Class I – Berries juicy with good flavour and pale colour – Vigorous plants suitable for replanting into old beds – Easy to manage and pick which reduces costs – Some tolerance to thermo dormancy – Tolerance to Powdery Mildew – Consistent Cropping Variety

Fruit quality
Evie 2 produces large fruits with a high percentage of class 1 fruits, allowing picking costs to be kept low. The fruits taste sufficiently sweet despite long production. At low light intensity, the flavour remains acceptable.

Productivity
Evie 2 is characterised by high production, with yields of 2 kg per plant achieved in trials. Evie 2 is further distinguished by a better leaf/flower balance and because the plants tolerate summer heat well.

Pest and disease susceptibility
Evie 2 is a vigorous plant and not very susceptible to diseases.