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ActivePelargonium zonale (L.) L'Hér. · Horseshoe pelargonium
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Variety traits
Branching — Pelargonium zonale
Pelargonium zonale (L.) L'Hér.
This trait determines the degree of lateral shoot formation and plant habit. It is assessed on a UPOV scale from 1 to 9 and is a key criterion for the breeding value and commercial quality of the crop.
In the reference 3 varieties crop Horseshoe pelargonium, where this is mentioned in the description.
In Pelargonium zonale variety testing, branching is evaluated visually during the stage of commercial maturity. According to UPOV guidelines, a scale from 1 (very weak) to 9 (very strong) is used, where low scores indicate pronounced dominance of the central shoot, and high scores indicate a genetic predisposition to self-forming a dense bush.
A high degree of branching is considered a breeding advantage, as it reduces the need for manual pinching and crown shaping operations. This trait directly correlates with ornamental value, pot plant density, and flowering potential, as an increase in the number of lateral shoots expands the area for inflorescence initiation.
General information about the subject — on the page Branching.
Varieties of Horseshoe pelargonium mentioned in the description
Selection based on the description text, not on official evaluation: these data are absent from registers. For specific variety details, please refer to its profile.
Bolero
TerminatedPelargonium zonale (L.) L'Hér. · Horseshoe pelargonium
SCHUMANN INGEBORG
SE
1 record
Showcase Pink Parfait
TerminatedPelargonium zonale (L.) L'Hér. · Horseshoe pelargonium
TREES| Ph.D. Scott C. Trees
DE
1 record