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Planting density

Planting density is the number of plants per unit area, which determines the area of nutrition and the efficiency of resource utilization by the crop. This indicator directly influences yield formation and is an important tool for managing a variety's potential.

Mentioned in descriptions 5 959 varieties reference book.

Planting density is measured in thousands or millions of plants per hectare and determines the area of nutrition for each individual specimen. At an optimal value, plants utilize light, moisture, and nutrients most efficiently. In the case of high-density crops, intraspecific competition occurs, leading to stem elongation, weakening of the root system, and an increased risk of lodging, whereas in sparse crops, resources are not fully utilized and the area becomes overgrown with weeds.

The choice of density depends on the biological characteristics of the variety, including its developmental intensity and its ability to tiller or form side shoots. Different varieties respond differently to stress factors; therefore, recommendations for planting density should always comply with the characteristics of the specific hybrid or variety provided by the breeder.

The actual density in the field is determined not only by the seeding rate but also by field germination and the survival rate of plants at the time of harvest. The final indicator is adjusted depending on external conditions: with sufficient moisture and high soil fertility, higher rates are acceptable, whereas in arid conditions, density must be reduced to prevent moisture deficit in plants.

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Breakdown by crop

Found in these crops

Varieties that feature this in their description

Selection based on the description text, not official resistance ratings: such data is not available in registers. Mention indicates that the trait is discussed in the variety's sources; see the variety's profile for details on what is specifically stated.

P8409

Active

Zea mays L. · Maize

PIONEER OVERSEAS CORPORATION

AT UA
6 records

Citrullus lanatus (Thunb.) Matsum. & Nakai · Watermelon

Syngenta Seeds

ES NL
7 records

P1758

Active

Zea mays L. · Maize

Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc Pioneer Overseas Corporation

BG IT
6 records

P0729

Active

Zea mays L. · Maize

PIONEER OVERSEAS CORPORATION

IT PT
7 records

Citrullus lanatus (Thunb.) Matsum. & Nakai · Watermelon

NONGWOO BIO CO.LTD

HU UA
6 records

P0865

Active

Zea mays L. · Maize

Pioneer Overseas Cor, USA

IT RO
10 records

P64LE280

Active

Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower

Pioneer Overseas Cor, USA

RO UA
9 records

Festuca arundinacea Schreb. · Tall fescue

Pickseed USA, Inc. & Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey

FR IT
6 records

Motim

Active

Phleum pratense L. · Timothy grass

Advanta Seeds B.V.

NL PL
5 records

Novator

Active

Brassica oleracea L. (White Cabbage Group) · White cabbage

Syngenta Seeds B.V. (NL)

HR NL
5 records

Nemo

Active

Brassica oleracea L. (Cauliflower Group) · Cauliflower

HM.CLAUSE

FR PL
6 records

McLaren

Active

Brassica oleracea L. (Broccoli Group) · Broccoli

Xiaoquanq Liang

NL UA
7 records

Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower

PETIARD Benoit

RO UA
6 records

Marloo

Active

Brassica oleracea L. (White Cabbage Group) · White cabbage

Sakata Seed Corporation, JP

FR UA
7 records

Lize

Active

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

DLF Seeds A/S

DE NL
8 records

Magnus

Active

Brassica oleracea L. (White Cabbage Group) · White cabbage

NICKERSON-ZWAAN B.V., NL

NL UA
7 records

Lugano

Active

Lactuca sativa L. · Lettuce

Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel B.V.

NL
6 records

Leila

Active

Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower

EURALIS SEMILLAS, S.A.

BG ES
8 records

Kendal

Active

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

RAGT 2N S.A.S

DE FR
8 records

Karioka

Active

Pisum sativum L. · Pea

KWS MOMONT RECHERCHE SARL, FR

FI FR
8 records

Kilaton

Active

Brassica oleracea L. (White Cabbage Group) · White cabbage

SYNGENTA SEEDS B.V.

NL PL
5 records

Kaponet

Active

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

Syngenta Seeds, NL

NL UA
5 records

Jitka

Active

Linum usitatissimum L. · Common flax

AGRITEC

CZ SK
7 records

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