Winter Dawn
Winter Dawn is a high-performing strawberry variety known for its early maturity, vigorous growth, and excellent fruit quality. It’s especially suitable for subtropical and temperate regions in India like Assam, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan.
🌱 Planting Time
- Ideal time: October to November in subtropical regions.
- Planting during cooler months ensures optimal root development and early flowering.
🌿 Growth Habit
- Plant type: Perennial herbaceous plant
- Growth pattern: Vigorous vegetative growth with:
- Average plant height: 22.38 cm
- Number of leaves: 25.69 per plant
- Runners: 5.34 per plant, with runner length up to 65 cmt
- Performs well under shade net and nutrient film technique setups.
🌸 Flowering Time
- Bloom period: Late December to January depending on climate.
- Early flowering contributes to its early harvesting advantage.
🍑 Harvesting Period
- Harvest time: January to March in most Indian regions.
- Winter Dawn is an early-maturing cultivar, often ready before other varieties like Sweet Charlie or Fortuna.
😋 Fruit Taste
- Flavor profile: Sweet and mildly tangy.
- Preferred for fresh consumption and dessert use.
🧵 Fruit Texture
- Texture: Firm and juicy.
- Good shelf life and transportability due to its firmness.
🎨 Fruit Size and Color
- Size: Medium to large berries.
- Color: Bright red skin with glossy appearance.
- Uniform shape and attractive color make it market-friendly.
📈 Yield
- Productivity: High-yielding under proper management.
- Performs well in both open field and protected cultivation.
- Suitable for commercial farming due to consistent yield and quality.
