Variety traits
Plant height is a key varietal trait that determines lodging resistance, suitability for mechanical harvesting, and potential yield. This indicator is genetically determined but manifests depending on environmental conditions and agronomic practices.
Mentioned in descriptions 20 560 varieties reference book.
Plant or bush height is a varietal parameter manifested as the physical size of the stem from the soil surface to its apex or the point of inflorescence attachment. In practice, this trait determines the resistance of crops to lodging under the influence of wind and precipitation, and also dictates technological cultivation requirements, such as the need for trellising, pruning, or the use of specific planting patterns.
Plant height depends on the genetic characteristics of the variety; however, it varies significantly under the influence of external factors, including soil fertility, nitrogen application rates, plant density, as well as weather conditions and the presence of stressors such as diseases and pests. Intensive short-stature varieties often possess a higher harvest index, which positively affects crop productivity.
Evaluation of height is conducted within the framework of variety trials according to regulated methodologies by measuring with a ruler during strictly defined crop development phases, for example, during heading, flowering, or before harvest. When analyzing varieties, consideration is given not only to the mean value in centimeters but also to the stability of the trait across different years, expressed through a coefficient of variation, which indicates the degree of genotype influence on plant development.
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.
Brassica oleracea L. (Broccoli Group) · Broccoli
Sakata Seed Europe B.V.
Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato
Syngenta Seeds BV (NL)
Trifolium incarnatum L. · Crimson clover
Natura Srl (IT)
Calluna vulgaris (L.) Hull · Common heather
Kurt Kramer
Brassica oleracea L. (Broccoli Group) · Broccoli
VEGETABLE MONSANTO B.V.
Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato
Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel BV (NL)
Pisum sativum L. · Pea
Limagrain UK
Allium porrum L. · Leek
HM.CLAUSE
Capsicum annuum L. · Bell pepper
TARASOV YuRIJ DMITRIEVICh
Solanum tuberosum L. · Potato
IPR BV
Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato
De Ruiter Zonen (HR)
Brassica oleracea L. (Cauliflower Group) · Cauliflower
Monsanto Vegetable, NL
Capsicum annuum L. · Bell pepper
VILMORIN, S.A.
Brassica oleracea L. (Cauliflower Group) · Cauliflower
RIJK ZWAAN Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel B.V.
Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato
Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel B.V. (NL)
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Saatzucht Dr.J. Ackermann (DE)
Vaccinium corymbosum L. · Highbush blueberry
University of Florida
Brassica oleracea L. (Cauliflower Group) · Cauliflower
VEGETABLE MONSANTO B.V.
Spinacia oleracea L. · Spinach
Rijk Zwaan, NL
Lactuca sativa L. · Lettuce
NUNHEMS
Brassica oleracea L. (Cauliflower Group) · Cauliflower
Remi Leviel
Hydrangea macrophylla (Thunb.) Ser. · Bigleaf hydrangea
Yatabe Mototeru|Kanuma City, Tochigi Prefecture, JP 522-0627
Pelargonium zonale (L.) L'Hér. · Horseshoe pelargonium
Hofmann Christa
Brassica oleracea L. (White Cabbage Group) · White cabbage
PRIEUR ROBERT