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TAILGATE
Excellent internal quality, high average Degrees Brix, a dark mottled stripe and demonstration of low instances of hollow heart, in an overwhelming amount of trials, over 5 years, make Tailgate an attractive choice for discerning growers.
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Territory
United States
State/Territory
Southeast
Growing Environment
Open Field
Market
Fresh Market
Features
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Dark mottled stripe with a uniform and oblong shape
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Demonstrated low instances of hollow heart, in an overwhelming amount of trials, over 5 years
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Great internal characteristics including deep red flesh, rind and flesh definition, and small pips
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Great flesh firmness with high average Degrees Brix potential
Advantages
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Adaptable across regions with excellent quality
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Vigorous plant with good vine coverage
Characteristics
SKIN DESCRIPTION | Dark Mottle Stripe |
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SHAPE | Oblong |
AVERAGE DEGREES BRIX | 11.7 |
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AVERAGE WEIGHT | 17-21 lbs |

Trial Circumstances
Data based on 2015 trials, averaged across 8 locations in FL, GA, NC, IL, MO & IN

Trial Circumstances
Data based on trials between 2015-2017, averaged across 32 locations in FL, GA, NC, IL, MO & IN