The vigor of white cabbage characterizes the intensity of vegetative mass accumulation and the development rate of the foliage throughout the growing season.
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crop White cabbage,
where this is mentioned in the description.
This indicator is visually assessed on a scale from 1 to 9 points, taking into account the rate of leaf emergence and plant habit formation. High vigor provides cabbage with an advantage in suppressing weeds and allows for faster row closure, which is critical for certain cultivation technologies.
This trait directly affects the rate of total mass gain, but requires a balance between the development of the leaf rosette and the process of head formation. Hybrids with intensive growth are sensitive to nitrogen nutrition: an excess may lead to excessive leaf development to the detriment of head density and trigger cracking.
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Vigor.
Varieties of White cabbage mentioned in the description
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