Through trials it was discovered that Parker worked well as a fresh market variety. Parker has demonstrated success in Mexico as a frigid plant. Parker will taste good if allowed to ripen on the plant. It has been noted for high yields of large medium-red conic fruit that should be satisfactory as a processed product. Pugent Reliance appears to be very virus tolerant.
Fruit is good f or processing.
Its susceptibility to soil borne disease make growing Red Crest a challenge. Successful growers cultivate in light soil. The plant is medium in size marking harvest easy. Sweet Charlie has anthracnose tolerance and shows promise in Southern states. Early Northwest variety with bright red interior color.