The fruits are soft, and some growers feel the appearance is too rough. Titan is particularly susceptible to Phytophthora root rot, but is resistant to the raspberry aphid, which spreads some viruses. An early-ripening cultivar from Iowa. It has performed well in Ohio and Kentucky but has not been tested in Pennsylvania. A vigorous cultivar with large firm fruit.
Fruit is exceptionally attractive and flavorful.
It is medium in winter hardiness and productivity. Very susceptible to mosaic, fungal diseases, and two-spotted spider mites. A very winter-hardy cultivar from Canada, it has good fruit size and excellent productivity. Plants are short and moderately hardy. More productive and firmer than Taylor, but the fruit can be crumbly and can ripen unevenly.