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Geraldine

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Lactuca sativa L. Lettuce · Vegetables · bred by Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel B.V.

also searched as: гералдине

Variety description

10 August 2026

The variety has a semi-erect plant habit and a strong root system. Leaves are colored an intense red; product quality is characterized by convenience for packaging. The variety possesses high resistance to leaf tip burn, Big Vein, downy mildew, lettuce aphid, and Fusarium wilt, as well as intermediate resistance to Lettuce mosaic virus.

Intended for cultivation in protected soil using both soil-based and hydroponic methods. The recommended planting density is 14–17 plants per 1 m²; the growing season covers the period from autumn to spring. The produce is suitable for sale on the fresh market and for the production of salad mixes.

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Countries of admission

3 jurisdictions

Green indicates countries where the variety is listed in the national catalogue and its seeds are authorized for sale. Expired registrations are marked separately: the variety was previously admitted, but sale is no longer permitted.

QZ

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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 Terminated

    № 271896

    Terminated
    18 July 2002
  • QZ European Union Active

    № 328528

    Registration
    15 January 2026
  • NL Netherlands Terminated

    № 7444

    Application
    14 June 1991
    Terminated
    18 July 2002
  • NL Netherlands Active

    № SLA5115

    Application
    26 April 2024
    Registration
    16 January 2026

Plant breeders' rights

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

Spain № 19913059
Withdrawn
  1. Application filed 31 October 1991
  2. Registered
  3. Entry closed 18 September 1995

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