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Variety traits

Plant height

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.

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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.

Sydney

Application submitted

Allium porrum L. · Leek

Enza Zaden Beheer B.V.

NL
5 records

Sunshine

Protection expired

Rosa L. · Rose

Warriner, William A.|Tustin, CA

FR
3 records

Sunlapur

Active

Petunia x hybrida hort. ex E. Vilm. · Garden petunia

Suntory Flowers

PL
3 records

Surfside

Application submitted

Lactuca sativa L. · Lettuce

Enza Zaden Beheer B.V. / Enza Zaden Beheer B.V.

NL
6 records

Subasio

Active

Brassica oleracea L. (Cauliflower Group) · Cauliflower

Bayer Holland B.V.

NL
4 records

Brassica oleracea L. (Broccoli Group) · Broccoli

A.L. Tozer Ltd (GB)

FR
3 records

SV5982AC

Active

Brassica oleracea L. (Cauliflower Group) · Cauliflower

Bayer Holland B.V.

NL
4 records

SV0091CE

Active

Cucumis sativus L. · Cucumber

VEGETABLE MONSANTO B.V.

NL
5 records

Strabelina

Application submitted

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

Bayer Holland B.V.

NL
4 records

Sonho

Active

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

TAKII JAPAN and CO. 180 UMEKOJI

NL
3 records

Allium schoenoprasum L. · Chives

Vilmorin-Mikado Denmark

PL
3 records

Stoat

Active

Spinacia oleracea L. · Spinach

Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel B.V.

NL
3 records

Brassica oleracea L. (Broccoli Group) · Broccoli

MONSANTO VEGETABLE IP MANAGEMENT B.V.

NL
3 records

Stromis

Active

Brassica oleracea L. (Cauliflower Group) · Cauliflower

Vilmorin SA (FR)

FR
3 records

Stellita

Active

Lactuca sativa L. · Lettuce

Syngenta Seeds B.V.

NL
7 records

Skyview

Active

Cucumis sativus L. · Cucumber

Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel B.V.

NL
3 records

Solen

Protection expired

Solanum tuberosum L. · Potato

Station de Recherche du Comité Nord G.I.E.

FR
4 records

Soraya

Active

Medicago sativa L. · Alfalfa

Barenbrug Holland BV (NL)

FR
3 records

Cucumis sativus L. · Cucumber

Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel B.V.

NL
6 records

Pelargonium peltatum (L.) L'Hér. · Ivy-leaf geranium

ILSE FISCHER-TOEHL

DE
3 records

Skyteam

Active

Cucumis sativus L. · Cucumber

Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel B.V.

NL
6 records

Sofiane

Active

Capsicum annuum L. · Bell pepper

Clause Semences SA (FR)

FR
3 records

Sil Vera

Active

Pelargonium zonale (L.) L'Hér. · Horseshoe pelargonium

ILSE FISCHER-TOEHL

DE
3 records

Sideral

Active

Phaseolus vulgaris L. · Common bean

GSN Semences SAS (FR)

FR
4 records

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