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Besson

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Lactuca sativa L. Lettuce · Vegetables · bred by Domaine Public (FR)

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Variety description

10 August 2026

The variety is mid-early, the period from emergence to harvest is 50–65 days when sown in the open field and 40–45 days via transplants. The plant forms a dense closed head of large, rounded, blistered leaves of medium thickness.

The leaf color is bicolored: the base is apple-green with contrasting copper-red or pinkish edges, the intensity of which increases in cool weather. The leaves are tender, juicy, and crisp, with good taste.

The variety is considered traditional and is suitable for fresh consumption, as well as an ornamental plant. It possesses increased resistance to bolting and tolerates summer heat better than many other head-forming types.

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Countries of admission

1 jurisdiction

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

Parties

Breeder
Domaine Public (FR) 1 751 Developed the variety
Applicant
Domaine Public (FR) 1 751 Submitted the application to the register
Maintainer
GSN Semences SAS (FR)/Girerd Graines (FR)/Vilmorin-Mikado SAS (FR) Responsible for variety maintenance

Admission to trade

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

  • FR France Active

    № 0092030

    Application
    1 December 1950
    Registration
    1 January 1952

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