leafy crops

Lettuce assortment

Its healthy characteristics make lettuce popular among consumers all over the world. From butterhead to iceberg and from oakleaf to
Salanova, Rijk Zwaan has always led the way in lettuce. And we are continuing to add new, innovative types and varieties all the time.
As the biggest player in lettuce, our company offers an extremely diverse lettuce range in terms of shape, colour and flavour. Our breeding
work further increases the diversity, enabling us to meet customers’ needs with specific varieties for every production region and every
season. Growers can depend on our lettuce varieties to deliver a good yield, shelf life, colour and texture with minimal problems from
bolting or tipburn. Thanks to our extensive experience, we are quick to act whenever new strains of downy mildew are discovered.

Legend Climate conditions

Organic
Non Chemical Treated N North; temperate climate
Indoor S South; warm climate
Outdoor
Convenience
Fresh market

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Lettuce assortment
Red leaf Batavia Lolla Rossa Red Incised Red Oak Green Oak

summer
autumn
winter
spring
Growing period
Variety name Resistances Product description USPs
/ climate conditions

Babyleaf
Alboreto RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 Attractive glossy red batavia lettuce S S S S
A fast-growing, high-yielding batavia lettuce with an attractive • Attractive red colour N N N N
appearance thanks to narrow and reasonably thick red baby leaves. • Narrow leaf and stem
Has a very upright growing habit and produces a uniform crop. • Fast-growing variety
Bourdais RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 Fast grower S S S S
An attractive oakleaf lettuce with dark red, small serrated leaves and N N N N
a nice narrow stem. Well-shaped baby leaves produce high volume, • Vigorous crop
perfect for packaging. Vigorous with good field standability. • Dark red colour
• Good leaf shape
Chapman RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 Dark green and deeply incised leaves S S S S
A small incised-leaf type lettuce that produces dark green, deeply • Dark green colour N N N N
incised leaves. In addition to its good presentation, it is a strong- • Deeply incised leaves
growing variety with good field standability. • Good field standability
Coulthard RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 Bright green batavia lettuce S S S S
Produces very bright green leaves with a thick texture. Due to its N N N N
medium to fast growth, most suited to spring, summer and autumn
growing conditions. During these periods it exhibits excellent field • Bright green colour
standability and is slow to bolt in summer. • Good field standability
Daywalt RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 Very upright cos with narrow pointed leaves S S S S
A dark green baby-leaf cos lettuce with an attractive glossy N N N N
appearance. Its narrow, pointed leaves are thick and sturdy and • Pointed leaves
have a long shelf life. Due to its pointed shape and very upright • Upright growing
growing habit, it can be left on the field for longer periods. Produces habit
high yields. • Good field standability
Lidivia RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 Reliable and intense red lollo rossa S S S S
A triple-red lollo rossa with a thin stem. Its intense red colour and N N N N
good leaf structure give this baby leaf lettuce a very attractive • Triple-red type
appearance. Quite fast growing and is suitable for year-round • Year-round production
production. Due to its wide package of Bremia resistances, this • Wide resistance
variety is very reliable. package
Ligier RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 Dark red incised leaf lettuce • Dark red S S S S
A dark red incised leaf lettuce for baby leaf production. The deeply • Firm structure N N N N
incised leaves are firm and resemble oak leaves when harvested. • Deeply incised leaves
Solavia RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 Intense red oakleaf lettuce S S S S
A triple-red oakleaf lettuce with intense red leaves that are very • Intense red N N N N
smooth with round lobes. A vigorous variety that can be used for • Round lobes
year-round production. • Vigorous
Tambay RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 Robust incised baby leaves for better processing S S S S
A dark green incised leaf lettuce and a great addition to the baby • Three-dimensional leaf N N N N
leaf range. Leaves are bright green and have a strong three- shape
dimensional structure. Incisions are high up the leaves so it remains • Good incising
firm during processing. Very strong against bolting so can be grown • Slow to bolt
in all periods. • Year-round production
Valdivia RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 Reliable and shiny baby cos S S S S
A dark green cos lettuce for baby leaf production. The small, narrow N N N N
leaves have a glossy shine giving them an attractive appearance. • Glossy leaves
This variety has firm, upright growth which, along with its wide • Erect growth
package of resistances, produces a healthy plant. A very reliable • Wide resistance
variety. package
Webber RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 High-volume oak type baby leaf S S S
An outstanding green oakleaf lettuce. The baby leaves are narrow • Three-dimensional leaf N N N
LMV:1
and glossy and have a very good texture. Moreover, the thickness shape
and three-dimensional structure of the leaves produce a high • Good leaf thickness
volume when packaged. Grows upright, enabling fast harvesting. • Good field standability
Zanardi RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 Healthy red baby cos with good field standability S S S S
A red cos lettuce with oval to round shiny leaves, homogeneously • Erect growth N N N N
coloured without spots. Its narrow cut point helps to maintain • Remains within leaf
quality and reduce browning on the surfaces, even when more specification for longer
mature. This cos baby-leaf variety produces a good, healthy yield. • Narrow cut point

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Lettuce assortment
Batavia, green Batavia, red Butterhead, red

summer
autumn
winter
spring
Growing period
Variety name Resistances Product description USPs
/ climate conditions

Batavia, green
Bifrie RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 Slow-bolting blond batavia S S
A blond batavia lettuce with an excellent combination of
volume and filling for a fresh and luxurious appearance.
Its thick, wavy leaves and closed base add to the healthy • Thick leaves
characteristics of this variety. Slow to bolt giving it long • Slow bolting
field standability. • Closed base
Decision RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 Strong light blond batavia heads S S
A blond batavia lettuce with fresh, light green wavy • Light green colour N N
LMV:1/Fol:1
and good-quality leaves which give it an attractive • Good volume
appearance. It is a reliable semi-closed type that • Strong against bolting
produces a good volume and weight. Strong against • Strong against internal
bolting and internal tipburn.. tipburn
Emocion RZ Bl:16-27,30-32EU/Nr:0/Pb Solid batavia with strong field habits N N S S
A dark green batavia lettuce with shiny, curly leaves.
LMV:1
It produces an open head that has a good volume • Dark green colour
and solid structure which prevents damaging during • Solid leaves
transport. It is strong in the field and performs well in • Strong field standabilty
most growing conditions. Also tolerant to yellowing. • Strong against yellowing
Impression RZ Bl:16-32,34,36EU/Nr:0 Very attractive and versatile batavia S S S
A compact, traditional mid-blond batavia with very N N
LMV:1
attractive shiny leaves that have a frilled edge. The heads
are compact with a round base and small stem so they
can be harvested in a fast and easy manner. Suitable for • Shiny green leaves
whole-head and whole-leaf processing. Versatile and • Round base
reliable variety that has strong field features such as • Strong against bolting
tolerance to bolting and heading. • Multi-purpose
Impulsion RZ Bl:16,18-24,27,30-32EU Blond batavia with short leaves S S S
A green batavia lettuce with an attractive well-filled, open
LMV:1
head and flat base. Its short leaves make it especially • Short leaves
suitable for processing while its solid structure reduces • Good filling
damage during transportation. Very reliable even during • Strong against internal
warm weather conditions. Very tolerant to internal tipburn
tipburn and bolting. • Good for transportation
Jonction RZ Bl:16-27,30-32EU/Fol:1/Nr:0 Slow-bolting blond batavia for warmer climates S S S
A green batavia lettuce for indoor, outdoor and
hydroponic production. It performs very well in warmer • Slow bolting
climates and is noted for being slow bolting making it a • Good in warmer climates
reliable batavia that produces a good yield. • Suitable for hydroponics
Nolanie RZ Bl:16-20,22-36EU/Nr:0 Strong blond batavia with flexible structure N N N
A green batavia lettuce with fine curly leaves and a
semi-open head. Slightly round base and good flexibility
for easy handling. The plants are strong and maintain
growth and quality during difficult conditions. Very • Flexible structure
tolerant to heading, big vein and tipburn. • Fine, curly leaves
Othilie RZ Bl:16-32,34,36EU/Nr:0/Pb Luxurious, slow-bolting blond batavia S S S
A green batavia lettuce with nice wavy leaf edges and
LMV:1/Fol:1
good resistance to internal leaf tipburn which gives it a • Wavy leaf edges
very healthy and classic appearance. Most striking is its • Versatile production
regular, compact growth and slow bolting habit. A real possibilities
all-rounder. • Slow bolting
Tirolion RZ Bl:16-32,34,36EU/Nr:0/Pb Strong blond batavia with early compact heads N S S
A green batavia lettuce with delicate, crispy leaves and N
LMV:1/Fol:1
a flat shape that is considered a real specialty. This is a • Crispy leaves
compact and fast variety that produces an early head • Flat structure
and it is especially slow to bolt. • Strong against bolting
Voltron RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 Attractive blond heads with supple leaves S S
An open green batavia lettuce that forms strong, bulky N N
LMV:1/Fol:1
heads with a compact heart and closed, round base.
Its supple leaves and ribs also make this lettuce easy to
handle. Very productive and healthy thanks to its good • Medium-sized heads
tolerance to bolting and tipburn. This variety produces • Supple leaves
high yields during long, hot summer days. • Strong variety

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Lettuce assortment
Batavia, red Butterhead, red

summer
autumn
winter
spring
Growing period
Variety name Resistances Product description USPs
/ climate conditions

Batavia, red
Mineral RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 Verstile red leaf batavia with wavy leaf edges N N
A red leaf batavia lettuce with wavy leaf edges and a
LMV:1
stable red colour. Besides its attractive appearance
this is a healthy variety as the semi-open heads have
a closed base and small stem. Very slow to bolt, has • Stable red colour
good resistance to tipburn and can be left on the field • Closed base
for longer after maturity without any reduction in end • Good resistance to bolting
quality. • Good resistance to tipburn
Marinski RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 Strong and attractive red batavia S S S
A red batavia lettuce with intense red leaves that N N N
Fol:1
form a semi-closed head with a slightly round base. • Intense red colour
The flexible leaf ribs reduce damage during handling. • Flexible leaves
Steady and strong in the field and, due to its resistance • Healthy heads
to heading and internal tipburn. • Long field standabilty
Louxal RZ Bl:16-32,34,36EU/Nr:0 Red batavia with blistered leaves S S
A red leaf batavia lettuce with a more open head and
LMV:1
blistered leaves than the classic red batavia. This
eye-catcher is also vigorous and strong in the field • Blistered leaves
which ensures a good and reliable yield. Suitable for • Open head
outdoor production. • Vigorous growth

Butterhead, red
Gilmore RZ Bl:16-36EU Red butterleaf with striking colour contrast N N
A butterhead lettuce with a very striking colour contrast S S
thanks to its red base, deep red leaves and light green
core. This variety is a slow filler and it has a wide frame. • Deep red leaves
Furthermore, it is very resistant to bolting, internal • Light green core
tipburn and big veins. • Wide frame
Jerrican RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 Deep red butterhead with nicely-shaped heads S N N S
An attractive deep red butterhead lettuce with a • Deep red head S
LMV:1
nicely-shaped head. It has a good base, which makes • Good shape
it easy to handle, and it has good resistance to internal • Strong leaves
burn, tipburn and bolting. • Healthy base
Teodore RZ Bl:16-36EU Double red butterhead for winter production N N
A butterhead lettuce with striking deep red, medium
thick leaves and a large, well-shaped head. Good resist- • Double red colour
ance to both internal and external tipburn. Performs • Large head
very well during short day growing periods. • Medium-thick leaves

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Lettuce assortment
Butterhead, green

summer
autumn
winter
spring
Growing period
Variety name Resistances Product description USPs
/ climate conditions

Butterhead, blond/green for indoor production

Aroa RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0/Pb Multi-purpose blond butterhead N S S
A butterhead lettuce with an attractive blond head. It is very • Blond head
versatile and suitable for indoor production in every climate • Attractive appearance
zone in Northwest and Southern Europe. • Very versatile
Cecilia RZ Bl:16-32,34,36EU/Nr:0 Uniform butterhead with strong root system N
A butterhead lettuce with attractive compact and uniform • Uniform heads
heads. It has a well-developed and strong root system which, • Strong root system
together with its tolerance to bolting and tipburn, ensures • Strong resistance to
strong field standability. bolting
Diola RZ Bl:16-30,32,34,36EU/Pb Dark green butterhead for winter S
A butterhead lettuce with a dark green attractive head for • Dark green head
the fresh market. Vigorous under winter conditions and very • Vigorous
resistant to internal tipburn which results in reliable high • Strong against internal
yields. tipburn
Emeldia RZ Bl:16-36EU Reliable and attractive butterhead S S
A butterhead lettuce with blond green leaves and a generous • Large head
head that give it an attractive appearance. This variety is • Strong against tipburn
tolerant to tipburn. • Very reliable
Euridice RZ Bl:16-32,34,36EU Shiny, vigorous butterhead S S
A butterhead lettuce with very shiny, thick and strong leaves
that form a large head. Furthermore, the base is closed and • Healthy plant
flat which ensures a very healthy product that is fast and easy •Thick shiny leaves
to harvest. It is very suitable for the whole head fresh market. • Vigorous
Halewyn RZ Bl:16-32,34,36EU Heavy butterhead for good box filling S S
A butterhead lettuce with a blond, heavy and slightly high • Heavy head
head which, together with its good base, produces a good • Blond colour
box filling. Its good resistance to Bremia, basal rot, tipburn as • Good tolerance to
its slow bolting habit ensure a reliable yield. glassiness
Isadora RZ Bl:16-32,34,36EU Autumn and winter butterhead S S
A butterhead lettuce with dark green leaves, compact head
and yellow core. It has a good, closed base that ensures
easy harvesting. Very tolerant to bolting, internal burn and • Dark green leaves
tipburn, which results in good yields. • Compact heads
Kyra RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0/Pb Reliable butterhead with bright yellow core S S N N
A butterhead lettuce with slightly flat, medium-sized heads
with a healthy, closed base. Most striking is its bright yellow • Yellow core
core. Has good field characteristics such as good resistance • Closed base
to bolting, internal burn and tipburn. It has a long harvesting • Long harvesting time
time frame which ensures a reliable yield. frame
Mahonia RZ Bl:16-32,34,36EU/Nr:0 Smooth butterhead with Nasonovia resistance S N S
A butterhead lettuce with intense blond green, large leaves • Large head
that have a smooth texture and give the lettuce a nice • Smooth texture
appearance. Heads are heavy and suitable for processing as • Wide resistance package
well as the fresh market. Good field characteristics. • Dual purpose
Nuria RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 Healthy butterhead for easy harvesting • Compact plant N
A butterhead lettuce that produces a compact, blond head • Excellent mildew
which is easy and quick to harvest. This is a healthy variety resistance
with strong resistance to Bremia. • Easy to harvest
Pazmanea RZ Bl:16-36EU/Pb Medium-sized butterhead for winter production • Medium to large head N N
A butterhead lettuce with fairly thick leaves that form a • Strong flat base
medium to large attractive blond head. Reliable and healthy • Long harvesting time
and good tolerance to internal and external tipburn. frame
Rivalda RZ Bl:16-36EU Strong and bulky butterhead for easy handling N N
A butterhead with thick, strong blond leaves and good base.
It is a productive variety that produces a slow filling, large, • Slow filling head
bulky head with a luxurious appearance. Performs well in the • Large head
field and is tolerant to bolting and internal burn. • Easy to handle
Wengen RZ Bl:16-32,34,36EU Reliable butterhead in difficult winter conditions N N
A butterhead lettuce that produces very uniform, semi-
compact blond heads. This is a very strong variety that has • Semi-compact heads
good resistance to tipburn. Fast-growing, producing a good • Fast growth
yield that is easy to harvest. • Strong against tipburn

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Lettuce assortment
Butterhead, green

summer
autumn
winter
spring
Growing period
Variety name Resistances Product description USPs
/ climate conditions

Butterhead, blond/green for outdoor production

Basilio RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 Vigorous butterhead with high-quality presentation N N S
A butterhead lettuce with thick, strong, fresh-looking • Vigorous variety S
LMV:1/Fol:1
blond leaves that give it an attractive appearance. • Heavy heads
Heavy heads with a firm, closed base and suitable for • High yield
both the fresh market and processing. Vigorous, high- • Dual purpose
yielding variety that also has Fol and LMV resistances. It • Wide resistance
can easily handle short periods of extreme heat. package,
Carasco RZ Bl:16-32,34,36EU/Nr:0 High-quality shiny butterhead • Shiny leaves S S S
A butterhead lettuce with well-filled, medium-sized • Good filling
LMV:1
heads and a closed base. The leaves are shiny and • Strong tolerance to
have a medium green colour. A good performer in bolting
the field with good tolerance to bolting and internal • Strong against internal
tipburn, good field standability and it is easy to harvest. tipburn
Fabietto RZ Bl:16-22,24,25,29-35EU/Nr:0/Pb Large outdoor butterhead S S S
A butterhead lettuce with medium green leaves and a
LMV:1
large, nicely-closed heavy head. Its clean, broad base
ensures good and reliable yields. Very suitable for • Large head
processing because the leaves become loose easily. • Broad base
Strong and vigorous variety for outdoor production. • Easily loosened leaves
Gabino RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0/Pb Strong butterhead with well-filled head N N S
A butterhead lettuce with thick, green leaves that S
LMV:1
form large, well-filled heads. The base is slightly erect • Strong head
which enhances the health of the plant and facilitates • Good filling
harvesting. Strong variety with a wide frame. • Slightly erect base
Sandalina RZ Bl:16-34,36EU/Nr:0 Well-shaped compact butterhead S S
A butterhead lettuce with a green and somewhat
LMV:1
compact head and nice base. It has a well-balanced • Compact habit
shape and can be used for both processing and the • Balanced shape
fresh market. Slow bolting and therefore is suitable for • Strong base
warmer conditions. • Dual purpose
Santoro RZ Bl:16-22,24,25,29-35EU/Nr:0/Pb Regular butterhead with strong green colour S S S
A well-balanced butterhead lettuce that produces a
LMV:1
strong green, regular head that maintains its attractive • Regular heads
appearance even in warmer conditions. The base is • Strong green colour
slightly round and it is slow bolting. Very reliable variety • Round base
that is reasonably suitable for processing. • Very reliable
Speedway RZ Bl:16-30,32,33EU/Nr:0 Strong butterhead with early heading • Thin leaves N S
A butterhead lettuce with thin and attractive, light • Light green head S
LMV:1
green leaves. It is fast growing and produces an early • Fast grower
head. This vigorous variety is also tolerant to bolting. • Early heading
Tombelo RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0/Pb Large butterhead with long harvesting time frame N N
A butterhead lettuce with medium green, fairly thick
LMV:1
leaves that produce large heads with a flat and closed • Medium green colour
base. It is slow filling and the leaves peel off easily • Large head
which is very useful for processing. Fresh market • Slow filling
sales possibilities due to its very attractive box filling. • Long harvesting time
Very tolerant to tipburn and bolting and it has a long frame
harvesting time frame. • Dual purpose
Torpedo RZ Bl:16-22,25,31,32EU/Pb Stable, medium to large butterhead S S
Butterhead lettuce with a medium to large head
and strong flat base which makes it easy to harvest.
Furthermore, its healthy blond appearance and size • Medium to large head
makes it very suitable for the fresh market. Most stri- • Flat base
king is its very stable shape. • Stable shape
Ulmo RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0/Pb Vigorous butterhead with wide resistance • Shiny green head N N S
A butterhead lettuce that produces a large, shiny green • Broad base S
LMV:1
voluminous head. It has a closed and broad base that • Wide resistance
makes it easy to harvest, while its flexible filling habit package
offers a longer harvesting time frame. Especially noted • Long harvesting time
for its vigour and wide Bremia resistance package. frame

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Lettuce assortment
Cos, green Cos, red

summer
autumn
winter
spring
Growing period
Variety name Resistances Product description USPs
/ climate conditions

Cos, green
Cervantes RZ Bl:16-27,30-32EU/Nr:0 Large leaves and slow to bolt S S
A large, blond green cos lettuce. It has wide, smooth • Resistant to Nasonovia
LMV:1
and thick leaves and a compact and closed base. Slow • Slow bolting
bolting and is resistant to Nasonovia. • Closed base
Flavius RZ Bl:16-33EU/Nr:0 Strong and high yield S S S
A large, blond cos lettuce. It is vigorous and productive,
Ss (Rs)/Fol:1
slow bolting and adaptable to the most difficult open- • Strong vigour and high yield
field conditions and high temperatures. • Strong in harsh conditions
Lucius RZ Bl:16-29,32,34,36EU/Nr:0 Nice well-filled hearts S S
A large, rather dark green cos lettuce with shiny leaves. It • Dark green
Ss (Rs)
is well-filled, has a strong base and is especially suitable • Nice well-filled hearts
for heart production. Strong against twisting. • Strong against twisting
Maximus RZ Bl:16-30,32,33EU The proven standard S
A large green cos lettuce with a well-filled head and
Ss (Rs)
closed top. It is a robust standard variety that has proven • Proven standard
itself over the years. Vigorous, produces a high yield and • Robust and vigorous
has broad mildew resistance. • Upright plant
Patrona RZ Bl:16-34,36EU/Nr:0 Quick and uniform N N
A large, dark green Open Heart Cos lettuce with nicely
LMV:1
blistered leaves and solid ribs. It produces uniform heads • Good field standability
with a good shelf life that are very suitable for both the • Good shelf life
fresh market and processing. Develops quickly and has • Solid ribs
very good field standability. It is strong against bacterial • Uniform heads
leaf spot. • Quick to develop
Quintus RZ Bl:16-20,22-25,29,30, Very adaptable N N N
A shiny dark green, medium-sized cos lettuce. Well-filled
33-36EU/Fol:1/Nr:0
with flat ribs, a closed base and an upright growth habit. • Adaptable
Suitable for whole-head and heart production. Adaptable • Nice shiny leaves
to many growing conditions. • Well-filled head
Victorinus RZ Bl:16-34,36EU/Nr:0 Good shape for the fresh market S S S S
A large, dark green cos lettuce with an upright habit and N N
LMV:1/Ss (Rs)
excellent shape. It is suitable for the fresh whole-head • Very nice shape
market. The plants are vigorous, slow closing and have • Long field standability
long field standability. They are also strong against • Strong against tipburn and
tipburn and slow bolting. bolting

Cos, red
Thurinus RZ Bl:16-27,30-32EU/ Multi-purpose red cos S N S S
A large, dark red cos lettuce with smooth leaves and • Open habit
Nr:0/Pb
open habit. It is multi-purpose being suitable for whole • Suitable for many markets
LMV:1 heads, processing and single leaves for the sandwich and growing areas
market. It is strong against tipburn. • Strong against tipburn

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Lettuce assortment
Gem, green Gem, red Iceberg, green

summer
autumn
winter
spring
Growing period
Variety name Resistances Product description USPs
/ climate conditions

Gem, green
Olite RZ Bl:16-27,30-32EU/Nr:0 Non-chemically treated seeds S S S
LMV:1 A dark green baby cos lettuce. It is a sturdy and slow-
bolting variety that is very strong against tipburn, • Strong against tipburn
among other things. Good fit with the organic market. • Very slow bolting
Rianxo RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 Quite large green gem N N S
LMV:1 A green gem lettuce which is nicely filled and slightly • Upright habit
heavier than other gem varieties. The leaves are also • Large size
more blistered than usual. • Good field standability

Gem, red
Alaine RZ Bl:16-32,34-36EU/Fol:1/Nr:0 Reliable red gem lettuce N N
LMV:1 A red gem lettuce which is slightly larger than most
gem lettuce varieties, and the head has a remarkable • Dark red head
dark red colour. This is a reliable slow-filling, slightly • Very slow bolting
open and very slow-bolting variety which is very strong • Very strong against
against tipburn. tipburn
Catelaine RZ Bl:16-26,29-36EU/Nr:0 Excellent flavour N N
LMV:1 A gem lettuce with an excellent flavour that is so typical
of cos. It is a ‘Rougette du Midi’ type, with an attractive
intense red blush on the outer leaves while the • Intense red blush on
yellowish green internal leaves form a nice contrast. outer leaves
Ideal for adding colour to lettuce mixes. • Excellent taste
Maraine RZ Bl:16-33,35EU/Nr:0 No corky roots S N S S
Ss (Rs) A red little gem lettuce of the ‘Rougette du Midi’ type. N
The colouring of the heads creates an appealing • Good colour
contrast between deep red and fresh lime green. • Strong against corky
Strong against corky root. root

Iceberg, green
Albanas RZ Bl:16-26,31,32,34,36EU/Nr:0/Pb Large iceberg with good colour and strong leaves S S
A strong iceberg lettuce that produces large heads of
LMV:1
excellent shape. Its strong leaves and intense green • Large head
colour give it an attractive appearance and make it • Intense colour
very suitable for the convenience segment. Strong • Strong leaves
against tipburn • Strong against tipburn
Alpinas RZ Bl:16-23,25,31,32EU/Nr:0/Pb Vigorous and uniform iceberg S S
An iceberg lettuce with a large frame, nice round head
and well-closed base. This is a vigorous variety that • Vigorous
produces a very uniform crop and, due to its upright • Large frame
growth habit, is easy to harvest. Attractive and healthy • Round head
lettuce for outdoor winter production. • Grows upright
Cassenas RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 Dual-purpose iceberg with long shelf life N N
An iceberg lettuce with a round head and well-shaped,
slightly upright base which makes it easy to harvest
and pack. It has a long shelf life and is suitable for both • Vigorous
the fresh market and processing. This is a vigorous • Upright base
variety that is strong against bolting, internal tipburn • Easy to pack
and brown ribs. • Long shelf life
Cartagenas RZ Bl:16,21,23,32EU/Nr:0 Uniform iceberg with large frame • Uniform shape S
A large-framed iceberg lettuce that produces very • Vigorous plant
uniform, round heads. It is slow filling, has good vigour • Strong against tipburn
and is strong against tipburn and bolting. • Big frame
Diamantinas RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 Reliable iceberg with excellent structure N N N
An iceberg lettuce that keeps its good internal structure
and external shape while growing into a nice medium-
sized head. It is fast filling and, while the harvest • Well-shaped head
window is short, it is easy to harvest. Its flat, strong ribs. • Easy to harvest
Very suitable for fresh market sales. It is strong against • Quick filling
bolting, internal tipburn and glassiness. • Easy to pack

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Lettuce assortment
Iceberg, green

summer
autumn
winter
spring
Growing period
Variety name Resistances Product description USPs
/ climate conditons
Iceberg, green
Feddenas RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0/Pb Slow-filling iceberg for mechanical harvesting N N N
An iceberg lettuce with a flat-round, large head and S
LMV:1
large outer leaves. It is slow filling which gives it a long • Large head
harvesting window while its semi-upright base makes • Flat round shape
it suitable for mechanical harvesting. Suited for fresh • Semi-upright base
market as well as for processing. Also strong against • Big outer leaves
bolting, tipburn and brown ribs • Slow filling
Gustinas RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 Uniform iceberg with smooth outer leaves N N S
An iceberg lettuce with a nicely shaped head and limited
number of outer leaves. These have a smooth structure
and flat ribs, which make this iceberg easy to harvest. • Few outer leaves
Suited for fresh market as well as processing. It is strong • Smooth leaves
against tipburn and bolting and has a very good field • Easy to harvest
uniformity. • Good field uniformity
Ikebanas RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0/Pb Well-closed head with very reliable shape S S
An iceberg lettuce with a compact head, very nice
cover leaves and a well-closed, flat-round base. It is • Compact head
very quick filling and it has a small core, features that • Closed base
are maintained throughout the season. Strong against • Nice cover leaves
bolting and tipburn. • Quick filling
Jasperinas RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0/Pb All-round iceberg with long harvesting window N N N
An iceberg lettuce with a medium to large, flat-round
head and semi-upright base that makes it very suitable • Flat-round shape
for mechanical packaging. It has a long harvesting • Semi-upright base
window and can be used for fresh market sales as well as • Long harvesting window
processing. Strong against bolting and tipburn. • Dual-purpose variety
Siberinas RZ Bl:16-26,31,32EU/Nr:0/Pb Very large winter iceberg S
A very large and early iceberg lettuce with a dark green, • Large frame
round-shaped head. The head is heavy with big outer • Heavy head
leaves that protect it against the cold and secure good • Dark green colour
growth in extreme winter conditions. • Big outer leaves
Todonas RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0/Pb Round iceberg with long field standability N S S
An iceberg lettuce with a compact, medium-sized round S
head. Its has good outer foliage and flat ribs and is • Medium size
especially suitable for the fresh market. Medium to long • Compact round head
field standability and is strong against tipburn, head rot • Long field standability
and brown ribs. It is also slow bolting. • Strong against tipburn
Toscanas RZ Bl:16-23,25,31,32EU/Nr:0/Pb Large and stable iceberg with reliable harvest S S
An iceberg lettuce that produces well-shaped, nicely- • Good shape
coloured heads that are consistently large for the fresh • Stable variety
and processing markets. It is strong against tipburn and • Large plant
bolting and has a reliable, high harvest rate. • Strong against tipburn
Umbrinas RZ Bl:16-31,34,36EU/Nr:0 Dual-purpose steady performer N N N
Umbrinas RZ is an iceberg lettuce with a medium to S S
large, flat-round head that is noted for its flat ribs and
semi-upright base. It is a very steady performer and
thanks to its good internal quality is suitable for both • Small to medium size
the fresh and processing markets. Umbrinas RZ is strong • Flat-round shape
against tipburn, bolting and bacterioses, and has a • Semi-upright base
reliable, high harvest rate. • Good internal quality

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 leafy crops

Lettuce assortment
Lolla Bionda Lolla Rossa

summer
autumn
winter
spring
Growing period
Variety name Resistances Product description USPs
/ climate conditions

Leaf lettuce, green

Langero RZ Bl:16-32,34,36EU/Nr:0/Pb Attractive light green S N S
LMV:1 A lollo bionda lettuce with a round shape, nicely-closed N
base and attractive light green colour which it maintains • Attractive light green
throughout the summer. It is very slow bolting and strong • Very good shape
against tipburn. • Healthy base
Lesina RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 Numerous single leaves N N
LMV:1 A dark green leaf lettuce with numerous single, intense green • Intense green
leaves. This variety has improved Bremia resistance and is • Improved resistances
strong to bolting and tipburn. • Numerous single leaves
Limeira RZ Bl:16-36EU Easy to pack • Nice and compact shape N N
A green leaf lettuce with thick and strong leaves that have a • Easy packaging
finely frilled edge. The heads have a very nice compact shape • Attractive leaf shape
with a closed and slightly pointed base which makes pack- • Very few yellow leaves
aging easy. Yellow leaves at the base are extremely rare. at base
Limassol RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 Large frame and good filling S N S S
LMV:1 A mid green lollo bionda lettuce with round, well-filled, • Large, uniform heads N
uniform heads. Very slow bolting and strong against tipburn. • Easy to harvest
Linaro RZ Bl:16-30,32,33EU/Nr:0 Robust and consistent N N
LMV:1 A blond to medium green lollo bionda lettuce that has well-
frilled leaves and an open growth habit. The plant is robust
and remains strong in hot and humid conditions . Also strong • Robust and consistent
against tipburn. • Strong against tipburn
Lozano RZ Bl:16-33EU/Nr:0 Suitable for Salatrio mixes S S
A green lollo bionda lettuce that has a good shelf life and is • Upright base N N
very suitable for Salatrio mixes. It has a slightly upright base, • Very suitable in Salatrio mix
is slow bolting and is strong to tipburn. • Good shelf life

Leaf lettuce, red

Antonet RZ Bl:16-33EU/Nr:0 Large with good shape and colour S S S
Fol:1 A double red lollo rossa lettuce with sturdy leaves and a • Good volume N N
round shape. The heads are slightly upright growing and are • Easy to harvest
easy to harvest. Very slow bolting. • Very slow bolting
Carmesi RZ Bl:16-27,30-32EU/Nr:0 Strong vigour in cool conditions S S
Fol:1 A triple red lollo rossa lettuce that produces large heads with N N
nice deep red colouration to the base of the leaves. It is very • Very strong vigour
suitable for both the fresh market and processing. Has an • Nice deep red colour
open habit, is very vigorous and very strong to bolting. • Large head
Cencibel RZ Bl:16-32,34,36EU/Nr:0 Very slow bolting and good Bremia resistance S S
A triple red leaf lettuce with good colour and strong, supple
leaves that make it very suitable for use in sandwiches and • Very intense red
Salatrio production. Vigorous, very slow bolting and has • Strong sturdy leaves
good resistance to Bremia. • Slow bolting
Corentine RZ Bl:16-33EU Vigorous in cold conditions • Thick and sturdy leaves S N S
A triple red lollo rossa lettuce with thick leaves that produce • Very vigorous, even in cold N N
a high yield. This is a vigorous variety even in cold conditions. conditions
Leotine RZ Bl:16-32,34,36EU/Nr:0 Easy to handle and pack • Strong leaves S S
A red leaf lettuce which is easy to handle and pack. The plant • Easy to handle and pack
has an upright growth habit, strong leaves, a healthy base • Contrast in Salatrio or
and is very strong to bolting and tipburn. flowpack
Traject RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 Strong leaves and well-closed base S N S
A double red lollo rossa lettuce with strong leaves and a well- • Strong leaves N
closed base. It is vigorous, very strong against bolting and • Good vigour
tipburn and is easy to harvest. • Easy to harvest
Wilbur RZ Bl:16-33EU/Nr:0 Large double red • Large head S N S N
A double red lollo rossa lettuce with a large, nicely rounded • Attractive double red
head. It is vigorous, even in cool weather conditions, and is • Vigorous even in cool
slow bolting. Has a long harvest window. conditions

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 leafy crops

Lettuce assortment
Oak leaf, green Oak leaf, red

summer
autumn
winter
spring
Growing period
Variety name Resistances Product description USPs
/ climate conditions

Oak leaf, green

Kiela RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 Very good presentation S S N
A green oakleaf lettuce with a good filling and nicely closed N
base that gives it an attractive shelf presentation. Very • Nice colour
vigorous, very slow to bolt and easy to harvest with a long • Very good presentation
harvesting window. • Easy to harvest
Kikerino RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 Compact frame and suitable for hydroponics N N
A green oakleaf lettuce with a strong, stable colour and • Good level of Bremia
LMV:1
compact frame. resistance
Kilervi RZ Bl:16-34,36EU/Nr:0 Very good shelf life • Good vigour S S
A blond green oakleaf lettuce with strong, short and thick • Strong leaves
leaves and a glossy, stable colour. The base is medium • Good for flow pack
upright resulting in a clean and easy harvest. It has a very packaging
good shelf life. • Very good shelf life
Kireve RZ Bl:16-26,31,32EU/Nr:0/Pb Versatile oakleaf • Slow bolting N N
A green oakleaf lettuce with attractive deeply incised, glossy • Suitable for processing
LMV:1
blond green leaves. This is a very late heading variety that and whole head
produces a good volume and therefore is very suitable for • Very strong under hot and
processing as well as whole head production. humid conditions
Kiribati RZ Bl:16-31,34,36EU/Nr:0 Compact and early N N
A compact green oakleaf lettuce with glossy light green • Compact dense heads
LMV:1
leaves and nice round-shaped base. It is an early and very • Well-closed base
reliable variety that is strong to internal tipburn. • Very reliable
Kirinia RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 Performs well in hot conditions N S S
A blond green oakleaf lettuce with relatively thick leaves N
LMV:1
and compact head. This variety is slow bolting and is very
strong against tipburn. It is very well adapted to hot summer • Compact head
conditions but performs less well in wet conditions during • Good in hot humid
late autumn. conditions
Kitsch RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 Good for hydroponics S S N
A green oakleaf lettuce with a good base. It is fast growing • Very reliable N N
and very suitable for hydroponics. This variety is strong • Good base
against tipburn. • Fast growing
Kisheri RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 Fast growing N N
A green oakleaf lettuce with a well-shaped frame, good size • Smooth leaves
LMV:1
and smooth leaves. It is fast growing, produces a high yield • High yield
and is strong against bolting and tipburn. • Fast growing

Oak leaf, red

Camelai RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0/Pb Stable in low light • Nicely shaped head S S
A red oakleaf lettuce with a nicely-shaped head that fills • Stable in low light N N
early. The base is well rounded allowing for easy harvesting. conditions
A very vigorous variety, very stable in low light conditions. • Easy to harvest
Cordai RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 Good volume and sturdy leaves • Thick, sturdy and large S N S S
A triple red oakleaf lettuce with nicely-coloured, sturdy leaves N N
LMV:1
leaves and good volume. It shows hardly any internal • Good volume
tipburn and is not very susceptible to bolting. • Nice colour
Cornouaï RZ Bl:16-34,36EU/Nr:0 Dark red and shiny N N S S
A triple red oak leaf lettuce with an attractive dark red shiny • Dark red and shiny
LMV:1
appearance. It has a uniform, flattened head with plenty of • Attractive shape and size
volume and a nicely closed base. It is very slow to bolt • Very slow bolting
Macaï RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 Attractive round shape S S S
A triple red oakleaf lettuce with attractive dark leaves and N N
LMV:1
a nicely sized round head. It has a slightly open habit and a • Nice size and shape
healthy base. • Attractive dark red leaves
Nuansaï RZ Bl:16-34,36EU/Nr:0 Good vigour and stable leaves • Strong vigour N N N
A red oakleaf lettuce with strong leaves, good volume and a • Heavy head
nicely shaped base. It’s vigorous and produces a heavy head. • Clean base
Renai RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 Dense hearts S N S S
A triple red oakleaf lettuce with small, firm, intense red N N
LMV:1
leaves. The heart is denser than the standard varieties and • Dense heart
the base is closed. It is slow bolting and it is not susceptible • Intense red colour
to double hearts. • Nicely-closed bottom

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 leafy crops

Lettuce assortment
Oak leaf, red

summer
autumn
winter
spring
Growing period
Variety name Resistances Product description USPs
/ climate conditions

Oak leaf, red

Rouxaï RZ Bl:16-30,32,33EU/Nr:0 Intense quattro red leaves S S
A quattro red oakleaf lettuce which is unique for its intense
red colour on both the top and underside of its leaves. It has a • Excellent colour
compact frame. • Compact frame
Shentaï RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 Fast and upright growth S S S
A red oakleaf lettuce with firm, upright growing leaves that are • Fast growing N N N
very dark red on both sides. The head is very well-balanced • Firm leaves
and has a healthy base. • Upright growth
Suyai RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 Robust and stable shape N N
A double red oakleaf lettuce with a flat base, stable shape and
LMV:1
good filling. It is a vigorous, robust and well-balanced variety • Stable shape
that is strong against bolting and tipburn. It also has long field • Good and early filling
standability. • Robust and strong
Zoumaï RZ Bl:16-34,36EU/Nr:0 Good in colour-mix packs S S S
A red oakleaf lettuce with nicely coloured, thick leaves. It N N N
develops quickly to produce a well-balanced head that is • Good volume
compact with good volume and a well-closed base. It is very • Thick leaves
suitable for packaging and colour-mix packs. It is strong • Nice compact shape
against big vein disease and tipburn. • Develops quickly

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 leafy crops

Lettuce assortment
Multi-leaf red Multi-leaf green Multi-leaf green Multi-leaf red
Batavia Batavia Butterhead Butterhead

summer
autumn
winter
spring
Growing period
Variety name Resistances Product description USPs
/climate conditions

Salanova® Batavia, red

Bobal RZ Bl:16-34,36EU/Nr:0 Attractive colour contrast N N S S
A red batavia multileaf lettuce. It is a member of the
Salanova family. It has thick leaves with a warm red • Attractive brownish colour
colour and a nice colour contrast when cut. The plant is • Strong, thick leaves
slow bolting. • Slow bolting

Salanova® Batavia, green

Yacht RZ Bl:16-32,34,36EU/Nr:0 Burger-size batavia S
A green batavia multileaf lettuce. Its leaves have the
LMV:1
characteristic batavia structure and are a glossy dark
green colour. It is a member of the Salanova family. The
crop has a healthy base, is very slow bolting and is strong • Vigorous and easy filling
against double hearts. It has good vigour and the heads • Characteristic batavia
fill very easily. leaf structure

Salanova® Butter, green

Aquino RZ Bl:16-32,34,36EU/Nr:0 Attractive presentation and easy washing S N S S
A green butter multileaf variety. It is a member of the N N N
Salanova family. It has a fresh green colour and supple
ribs and leaves. The flavour is very subtle and appealing. • Attractive presentation
The heads have a round base and an open non-folded • Easy to wash
leaf habit, which makes washing easy. The crop is • Good shelf life
vigorous and slow bolting. • Versatile crop
Descartes RZ Bl:16-32,34,36EU/Nr:0/Pb Attractive on-shelf appearance N N S
A green butter multileaf lettuce. It is a member of the
Salanova family. It has a fresh green colour and regular • Attractive regular head
filling and head shape, resulting in an attractive on-shelf shape
appearance. This butterhead has a very appealing and • Lovely subtle flavour
subtle flavour. The plant has an upright habit with a • Numerous small,
clean base. uniform leaves
Hawking RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 High processing yields S N S S
A green butter multileaf lettuce. It has a short core and N N
robust leaves, providing high yields and good processing
returns. Member of the Salanova family. It is strong
against bolting and double heads. The heads have a • Strong plant
healthy and well-closed base. • High processing yields
Hilbert RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 Attractive heads N N S S
A green butter multileaf lettuce. It has a nice round base
and strong leaves with a medium green leaf colour. It
is a member of the Salanova family. This variety has an
upright growing habit, is easy to harvest and produces • Dark green colour
a high yield. • Attractive round base

Salanova® Butter, red

Barlach RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 Regular, intense red head N N
A red butter multileaf variety. It is a member of the
Salanova family. It has strong leaves with an intense
red colour and a nice contrast between red and green,
making it an attractive addition to salad mixes. The • Intense red colour
base is round with a very regular upside, resulting in an • Suitable for high-density
appealing on-shelf appearance. This variety has a sweet machine harvesting as
and buttery flavour. Suitable for high-density machine Teenleaf
harvesting. • Good flavour
Davinci RZ KnoxTM Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 Shiny red leaves with good contrast S N S S
A red butter multileaf lettuce. It is a member of the • Shiny red colour, good N N
Salanova family, additionally, it has the Knox trait which contrast
reduces pinking in lettuce after cutting, thus extending • Delayed pinking (Knox™)
shelf life and reducing waste. This variety has attractive, • Attractive head shape
shiny red leaves with a good contrast. They are strong • Suitable for high-density
and easy to harvest. The head has a large size, a nice machine harvesting as
rosulate shape and a closed base. Teenleaf

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 leafy crops

Lettuce assortment
Salanova®
Crispy, green

summer
autumn
winter
spring
Growing period
Variety name Resistances Product description USPs
/climate conditions

Salanova® Crispy, green

Exalto RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 High yield S N S S
A green Salanova Crispy variety. It has deeply N
LMV:1
incides leaves with a shiny green colour. The leaves
are strong and flexible and have a crispy bite. A
member of the Salanova family. This variety gives a • High production
high yield. • Strong leaves
Excavo RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 Good colour S N S S
A green Salanova Crispy variety. It has deeply N
LMV:1
incised leaves with a good penetration of colour. A
member of the Salanova family. It is medium slow • Nice green colour
bolting and gives a good yield. • Good yield
Excerno RZ KnoxTM Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 Delayed pinking with Knox™ N N N
A green Salanova Crispy variety. It has crispy leaves
LMV:1
which are deeply incised and have a shiny green
colour. A member of the Salanova family. Besides • Delayed pinking after cutting
this, it has the Knox™ trait, which delays pinking • Fresh green colour
after cutting and provides a longer shelf life. • 3D leaves
Excipio RZ KnoxTM Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 Attractive leaf shape and Knox™ N N N
A green Salanova Crispy variety. It has crispy leaves
LMV:1
which are deeply incised and have a shiny green • Attractive, deeply incised leaves
colour. A member of the Salanova family. Besides • Delayed pinking after cutting
this, it has the Knox™ trait, which delays pinking • High yield
after cutting and provides a longer shelf life. • Shiny green colour
Excite RZ Bl:16-30,32,33EU/Nr:0 The finest incised variety S S S
A green Salanova Crispy variety. It has fine, nicely
LMV:1/Fol:1
frilled, deeply incised leaves with a dark green, shiny
colour and a very crunchy bite. A member of the
Salanova family. It has an erect base and is suitable
for mechanical harvest. It has a very good shelf life • For salad mixes
and is especially bred for the salad mix and machine • Suitable for mechanical harvest
harvesting segment. • Nice dark green shiny colour
Excursus RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 Fresh green and crispy N N N
An incised leaf lettuce of the crispy type. It has a
LMV:1
blond-green colour. A member of the Salanova
family, meaning that this variety consists of many,
uniform, small leaves with just one cut. This is an • Fresh green colour
advantage for both consumers and the fresh cut • Crispy bite
industry. • One cut ready
Experience RZ Bl:16-33EU/Nr:0 Bright green and slow bolting S S
A bright green coloured, incised leaf lettuce of the
LMV:1
crisp frisee type. It has nicely frilled, deeply incised
leaves with a short stem. The heads have a medium
size and flat-round shape. Has a sweet flavour and
a very crunchy bite. It is a member of the Salanova • Nice shaped heads
family. Strong against bolting. You can grow this • Sweet and crunchy
variety outdoor, also for mechanical harvest • Slow bolting
Expertise RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0/Pb Dark green and flexible S N S S
A green Salanova Crispy variety. It has dark green N
LMV:1
coloured leaves with a 3 dimensional shape and a
short stem. It is a member of the Salanova family.
Suitable for both whole head fresh market and fresh • Flexible leaves
cut convenience use. It has an upright growing habit • Nice dark green colour
and is strong against bolting. • Upright habit

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Lettuce assortment
Salanova®
Crispy, red

summer
autumn
winter
spring
Growing period
Variety name Resistances Product description USPs
/climate conditions

Salanova® Crispy, red

Codex RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 Strong Red Crispy, Upright habit N N
A red incised leaf lettuce of the Salanova Crispy type.
LMV:1/Fol:1
It has a nice, glossy dark red colour with an attractive
red-green contrast in the leaves. A member of the • Attractive leaf structure
Salanova family and very suitable for open field cultiva- and colour contrast
tion, for high density plantings and machine harvest. • Upright habit
Duplex RZ Bl:16-27,30-32EU/Nr:0 Very good shelf life S S S S
A Salanova red Crispy variety. It has a nice red glossy
colour, frilled and deeply incised leaves with a nice size
and a very crunchy bite. A member of the Salanova • Nicely frilled leaves
family and has a very good shelf life and is suitable for • Very good shelf life
mechanical harvest. • Nice crunchy bite
Telex RZ Bl:16-33EU/Nr:0/Pb Attractive product with high yeld N N
a double red Salanova Crispy variety. It has a nice colour
LMV:1
contrast between the top and base of the leaves. The
leaves are strong and have an attractive shape with a
narrow base and a flared top. The heads have a large
size, round shape and a healthy base. It gives a very high • Versatile for single and
yield. A member of the Salanova family. It has a strong double packages.
vigour, is slow bolting and gives a high yield with a goof • Nice colour
shelf life.Suitable for year round outdoor production, also • Attractive leaf shape
for high densities and machine harvest. • Very high yield
Tralex RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 High quality and fast S N S S
Aa double red incised leaf lettuce of the Salanova crispy N
type with strong, deeply incised, high quality leaves. A
member of the Salanova family. It is fast growing and
slow bolting and gives a very high yield. It is very suitable • High quality leaves
for single and double packs. This variety is suitable for • Fast growing
open field cultivation, also for organic production, high • Very high yield
densities and machine harvest. • Slow bolting
Vidotex RZ Bl:16-34,36EU/Nr:0 Vigorous and versatile S N S S
A double red Salanova Crispy variety. It has large sized N
heads with a round shape and flat base. The leaves are
deeply incised and have a sweet flavour. A member of
the Salanova family. It has a strong vigour and is slow • Large heads
bolting. Suitable for fresh market, processing, duo and • Sweet flavour
single packaging. • Versatile for many markets

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Lettuce assortment
Multi-leaf green, Multi-leaf red
Oak leaf Oak leaf

summer
autumn
winter
spring
Growing period
Variety name Resistances Product description USPs
/ climate conditions
Salanova® Oak leaf, green
Cook RZ Bl:16-31,34,36EU Firm and attractive head S S S
A green oak multileaf lettuce. It is a member of the • Small, attractively shaped
Salanova family. It has small, glossy, dark green leaves oakleaf leaves
with a nicely lobed shape. The head is attractive and firm. • Nice glossy colour
Cousteau RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 Good field standability N
A green oak multileaf lettuce. It is a member of the
Salanova family. It has nice shiny, dark green leaves with
a 3D oakleaf shape for good volume in bagged salads. • Shiny leaves with an
The crop is strong against tipburn. Recommended for attractive
indoor or outdoor cultivation, hydroponics and plant colour
factories. • 3D leaves for good volume
Gagarin RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 Delayed pinking after cutting S S S
A green oak multileaf lettuce with nicely lobed leaves. It is N N
a member of the Salanova family, additionally it has the
Knox trait which reduces pinking in lettuce after cutting.
The plants have good vigour all year round. It has strong • Knox™ trait for a longer
leaves and can be used for both fresh-cut processing and shelf life
the whole-head market. • Nicely lobed leaf shape
Salanova® Oak leaf, red
Xandra RZ Bl:16-32,34,36EU/Nr:0 Attractive colour and leaf shape N N
A red oak multileaf lettuce with attractively incised
oak-shaped leaves. The deep red colour creates a striking
contrast between the red and green. The heads are
compact with thick leaves. It is a member of the Salanova • Intense dark red colour with
family. The heads are very slow bolting and strong appealing contrast
against double heads. The crop is vigorous and is strong • Strong against bolting and
against bolting and tipburn. tipburn
Xem RZ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 Appealing colour and taste N N
A red oak multileaf lettuce with a vibrant contrast
between the red and the green. The leaves are sweet
and crispy with a slightly nutty flavour. The heads are
compact. It is a member of the Salanova family. The
crop is strong against bolting and tipburn. Suitable for • Dark red colour with good
outdoor cultivation, including for high-density plantings contrast
and machine harvesting, and in hydroponic systems. • Very versatile

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Lettuce assortment
Davinci RZ Excuria RZ Exam RZ Gagarin RZ Roldona RZ

summer
autumn
winter
spring
Growing period
Variety name Resistances Product description USPs
/ climate conditions

KnoxTM concept
Davinci RZ Knox™ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 Shiny red leaves with good contrast N N N
A red butter multileaf lettuce. It is a member of the S S S
Salanova family, additionally, it has the Knox trait
which reduces pinking in lettuce after cutting. This
variety has attractive, shiny red leaves with a good • Shiny red colour, good contrast
contrast. They are strong and easy to harvest. The • Knox™ trait for a longer shelf life
head has a large size, a nice rosulate shape and • Attractive head shape
a closed base. Suitable for high-density plantings • Suitable for high-density
and machine harvesting. machine harvesting as Teenleaf
Excuria RZ Knox™ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 A Salanova Crispy lettuce for outdoor production, N N N
The leaves show delayed pinking after processing S S S
LMV:1
when compared to classic incised leaf lettuce
varieties.
Exam RZ Knox™ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 A green incised leaf lettuce of the Salanova crispy N N S S
type. It shows delayed pinking after processing
LMV:1/Fol:1
when compared to classic incised leaf varieties.
Gagarin RZ Knox™ Bl:16-36EU/Nr:0 Delayed pinking after cutting N N N
A green oak multileaf lettuce with nicely lobed S S S
leaves. It is a member of the Salanova family,
additionally, it has the Knox trait which reduces
pinking in lettuce after cutting. The plants have
good vigour all year round. Has strong leaves and
can be used for both fresh-cut processing and the • Knox™ trait for a longer shelf life
whole-head market. • Nicely lobed leaf shape
Roldona RZ Knox™ Bl:16-32,34,36EU/Nr:0 Open heart with delayed pinking N N N
A large, dark green Open Heart Cos lettuce. Its
LMV:1/Fol:1
produces lots of long leaves that have a uniform
width and compact veins. It has the Knox™ trait
that delays pinking after cutting which results • Knox™ trait for a longer shelf life
in a longer shelf life. This makes this variety very • Long and uniform leaves
suitable for processing. It is very vigorous. • Nice dark green colour

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