Polaris is is the only of the 5 True North varieties that is not an oxheart. Polaris is a beefsteak and named after the North Star.
Ripe fruits are deep burgundy in color with a velvety soft core. Polaris is a vigorous and productive "potato-leaf" variety which is relatively early compared to similar varieties -- producing ripe fruits approximately 75 days after transplant. Flattened fruits are excellent for use on sandwiches, as they do not have excess jel that will completely soak the bread.
This variety was bred in Canada and was recently released by the breeder -- Karen Olivier. To read more about Karen's varieties please visit her Northern Gardener page on Facebook.
Seeds from and info + photo used with permission of Karen Olivier aka The Northern Gardener