A13 26 — this is a hybrid of raspberry and blackberry with a medium ripening period, combining the best qualities of garden raspberry and forest blackberry. This variety is characterized by high yield, large berries, and excellent taste, which received the highest tasting score. The plants are medium- or tall-growing, densely foliated with green, wrinkled leaves, and upright, numerous flower stems, ensuring abundant flowering and fruiting. The berries have an unusual cylindrical shape with various whimsical outlines and a deep wine color with purplish or violet hues, due to high anthocyanin content. The flesh is dense, low-moisture, and sweet, making them especially appealing for fresh consumption.
The planting material A13 26 is certified and grown in accordance with European quality and phytosanitary standards, ensuring healthy virus-free plants. The seedlings are supplied from the leading European breeding center BERRILAB (Italy/Spain) and meet the requirements of the European and Mediterranean Plant Protection Organization (EPPO). This approach ensures high-quality planting material and reliability in cultivation.
The fruiting period of this variety primarily falls in June — early July, with ripening dates depending on climatic conditions and agronomic practices. On sunny sites, berries ripen earlier, while in shaded areas — later. The first fruits are usually the largest, and by the end of the season, berry size decreases. The plants produce few light-red runners, and flowering is accompanied by numerous large white flowers, making the plant not only productive but also a decorative element in the garden.
