Reliable, High-Yielding, and Easy to Manage

The Red Rhapsody is a premier variety developed by the Australian Strawberry Breeding Program (ASBP), tailored for subtropical and Mediterranean climates. It's the most popular ASBP variety in these regions, thanks to its consistent performance and grower-friendly attributes.

Yield & Fruit Size: Delivers high early-season and total-season yields with large, uniform fruit.

Fruit Appearance: Features deep rose-red, glossy, conical berries with a slightly lighter red interior.

Flavor Profile: Offers a balanced taste of sweetness and acidity, with firm yet juicy flesh.

Shelf Life: Exhibits excellent shelf life, beneficial for transportation and retail display.

Growth Habit: Small, sparse, and sturdy plants with a spreading habit, making them easy to pick and pack.

Pest & Disease Resistance: Moderately resistant to Fusarium and Charcoal Rot; moderately susceptible to Colletotrichum.

Planting Time: Mid-March in Queensland for optimal results.

Nutritional Needs: Requires constant nutrition; soil and leaf analyses are recommended.

Climate Considerations: Cold weather can slow down fruiting cycles.

Soil Requirements: In sandy soils, especially in Western Australia, providing calcium and boron can improve shelf life.

Consumers appreciate Red Rhapsody for its exceptional flavor and texture: Consumers can expect a fruit that has a good flavour balance of sweetness and acidity, and is likely to be high in antioxidants. The deep rose red colour might lead people to think that the berries are overripe, but that is actually an indication they’ve reached their full flavour.

Developed by the ASBP, Red Rhapsody has been recognised for its adaptability and performance: Red Rhapsody is the most popular Australian Strawberry Breeding Program (ASBP) sub-tropical variety, and also performs well in Mediterranean regions. This variety has high yields, large fruit size and uniform shape, and is easy to pick and pack.