This is a University of Maryland variety that has proven to be one of the most productive varieties for the East and Midwest. It is considered to be the new standard for fall bearing varieties. Fruit is larger than Heritage, more productive and the taste is very flavorful. Caroline is vigorous and more tolerant of root rot and yellow rust than Heritage. Fruits earlier than Heritage. Leaf coverage reduces sunscald on berry. Self-fertile. (Zone 4-7)