Inventors:
Eric B. Bish - New Hill NC
Daniel J. Cantliffe - Gainesville FL
Craig K. Chandler - Tampa FL
Assignee:
University of Florida - Gainesville FL
International Classification:
A01B 7900
Abstract:
The subject invention concerns a process for enhancing flower induction in strawberry plants by artificial means. The process comprises exposing the strawberry plants to reduced daylight temperatures and/or reduced daylight after the strawberry plant is grown for a period of time at a high temperature which temperature does not permit flowering.