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Beta vulgaris Leaf Beet Group Swiss chard · Vegetables · bred by Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel B.V.

also searched as: чарлие

Variety description

10 August 2026

The hybrid is intended for harvesting young greens 10–15 cm in size, while the plant is capable of reaching a height of 30–40 cm. The leaves are oval-shaped, semi-savoy type, and glossy. A distinctive feature is the pronounced contrast: the veins and petioles have a rich red color. The upright growth habit facilitates mechanized harvesting.

The vegetation period upon reaching full maturity is 70 days. The hybrid possesses adaptability to various conditions, tolerates short-term frosts and hot weather. Resistant to Cercospora leaf spot and lodging. Suitable for year-round cultivation in open field and protected cultivation.

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Countries of admission

3 jurisdictions

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QZ

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Variety registered as early as 1 jurisdiction, data for which we do not publish: their registry licenses have not yet been verified. This section will be available upon verification.

Variety in registries Regions of admission, rights holders, and status of plant breeders' rights

Parties

Breeder
Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel B.V. Developed the variety
Applicant
Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel B.V. Submitted the application to the register
Rights holder
Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel B.V. Holds the rights to the variety
Maintainer
Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel B.V. Responsible for variety maintenance

Admission to trade

The variety is listed in the national registry — its seeds are authorized for sale in this country.

  • QZ European Union Active

    № 252016

    Registration
    7 February 2011
  • NL Netherlands Active

    № BSN1503/16977

    Application
    9 August 2006
    Registration
    12 February 2008
  • UA Ukraine Active

    № 12159001

    Application
    18 December 2012
  • GB United Kingdom Active

    № 49/12709

    Application
    5 October 2018
    Registration
    30 November 2018

Plant breeders' rights

The right is granted for a limited term: propagation of the variety requires a license from the rights holder.

Netherlands № BSN1503
Terminated
  1. Application filed 26 January 2009
  2. Registered 22 February 2011
  3. Entry closed 3 March 2023

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