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.
Citrus sinensis (L.) Osbeck · Sweet orange
Capsicum annuum L. · Bell pepper
Fragaria x ananassa Duchesne ex Rozier · Garden strawberry
Citrus sinensis (L.) Osbeck · Sweet orange
Dactylis glomerata L. · Cocksfoot
Vaccinium corymbosum L. · Highbush blueberry
Solanum tuberosum L. · Potato
Fragaria L. · Strawberry
Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass
Capsicum annuum L. · Bell pepper
Medicago sativa L. · Alfalfa
Spinacia oleracea L. · Spinach
Citrus sinensis (L.) Osbeck · Sweet orange
Juglans regia L. · Persian walnut
Rubus idaeus L. · Red raspberry
Lolium multiflorum Lam. · Italian ryegrass
Malus domestica (Suckow) Borkh. · Apple
Fragaria x ananassa Duchesne ex Rozier · Garden strawberry
Spinacia oleracea L. · Spinach
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Zea mays L. · Maize
ROBERT TAUCHER
Zea mays L. · Maize
PIONEER OVERSEAS CORPORATION
Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato
Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel B.V.
Solanum tuberosum L. · Potato
University of Pannonia,Potato Research Centre (HU)