Late ripening variety. The growing season from germination to harvest is 140-190 days. Produces long, flat, green leaves and a thickened stem with a faint bulb. The stem is large, 20-30 cm long, 5-7 cm in diameter, weighing 300-400 g, white in color

Fruit can be eaten fresh or cooked and made into jams, tarts or puddings. Prefers a fertile, well drained moisture retentive soil but is not fussy whether conditions are acid or alkaline. Best in full sun or light shade but can tolerate semi-shade.

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