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Early Gitana F1

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Citrullus lanatus (Thunb.) Matsum. & Nakai Watermelon · Vegetables · bred by Dr. Mario Martinelli

also searched as: еарли гитана ф1

Variety description

10 August 2026

The hybrid is intended for cultivation in open field and under film covers. The plant has medium vigor or a vigorous growth habit, forming vines with dense foliage that protects the fruits from the sun. The hybrid is responsive to cultivation as a grafted crop and has a yield potential of 60–70 t/ha.

Fruits have the classic coloration for this type: green background with dark green stripes. The flesh is characterized by intense color, crisp texture, and a sugar content of more than 11.5%. The dense flesh and firm rind ensure good shelf life during transport. The hybrid possesses intermediate resistance to Fusarium wilt and anthracnose.

The recommended planting scheme is 0.6 m by 1.8 m with a density of 6–8 thousand plants per hectare.

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Countries of admission

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

Parties

Breeder
Dr. Mario Martinelli 16 Developed the variety
Applicant
United Genetics Italia S.P.A. 84 Submitted the application to the register
Rights holder
United Genetics Italia S.P.A. 84 Holds the rights to the variety

Admission to trade

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

  • UA Ukraine Active

    № 09027004

    Application
    16 February 2009

Plant breeders' rights

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

Ukraine № 09027004
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  1. Application filed 16 February 2009
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  3. Currently active indefinite in the register

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