Iceberg lettuce Berruguete

Berruguete

Berruguete lettuce thrives in spring and shoulder season (mild-summer) plantings for open field production. It’s impressive adaptability makes it a strong choice for growers. The variety matures into large to extra-large heads, ideal for both box filling and processing.

Plant characteristics

  • Large frame and head size with very good vigor

  • Slow bolting iceberg for early summer and spring

  • Very well balanced variety which can be used in a wider growing slot

Head characteristics

  • Large heads with good weight

  • Very good head uniformity and internal layering

  • Ideal variety for processing and box filler

Plant population guide

Minimum of 55 000 plants/ha up to a maximum of 85 000 plants/ha

Crop
Lettuce
Crop Type
Iceberg
Resistance HR
Bl:29-40EU,1-9US/Nr:0
Planting Periods
Summer to spring to autumn (warm)
Growing Method
Open field, Net house
Country
South Africa
Maturity
Medium
Suited for
Fresh market, Pre-packing
More info
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