Exterior color is deep red and berries can become too dark if picking is delayed. Kent has some resistance to leaf scorch, but is susceptible to root disease. Glooscap is recommended because it is extremely productive and hardy. Berries are a darker red, and may appear over-ripe if picking is delayed. They have moderate firmness and a mild flavor.
Caps are relatively easy to remove.
Two new varieties that show enough promise to recommend for trial are Cavandish and Delmarvel. Cavandish appears very productive and hardy, with very large, firm, and flavorful fruit. Cavandish fruit may bruise easily and ripen or color irregularly. Delmarvel appears moderately productive, with moderate sized, very firm fruit that have excellant flavor . Both varieties are resistant to red stele root rot.