Gariguette: French tradition with a unique flavor

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Technical Specifications

Product type:

Strawberry

Variety type:

June Bearer

Production period:

Station

Plant type:

Vertical orientation

Fruit size:

Median

Shape of the fruit:

Conical-elongated

Production area:

Central and Northern Europe

What Makes It Special

Gariguette is the most well-known June-bearing strawberry variety in France, where it traditionally marks the start of the local strawberry season.

Its fruits, which are medium-sized and elongated-conical in shape, are highly prized by consumers for their unique sensory profile: a distinctive tart flavor and an elegant appearance that set them apart from any other variety.

With proper management of light, temperature, and fertilization, Gariguette yields abundant and consistent harvests, making it a safe bet in central and northern Europe.

Benefits for Farmers

Abundant and consistent yields with proper management.

A unique fruit known for its tart flavor and elongated shape.

Well-received in the French market, with strong consumer recognition.

An iconic variety, associated with the start of the local strawberry season.

Experts and Consumers Weigh In

Coach’s Comments

To meet production goals, it is important to control light, temperature, and fertilization requirements.

Consumer Review

“Strawberry season in France begins with Gariguette.”

Technical Specifications

Potted plant:

November and December

Refrigerator-grown potted plant:

January through August

Refrigeration plant:

January through August

Waiting bed floor:

June through August

Where to Grow It

Gariguette is particularly well-suited for central and northern Europe.

Gariguette

An iconic variety that combines tradition, flavor, and yield to kick off the strawberry season in France every year.

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