Savoy cabbage Melissa F1 is a medium-early, high-yielding hybrid, suitable for cultivation both as seedlings and direct sowing in open ground. The vegetation period is approximately 80 days after transplanting seedlings. The plant features a strong root system, providing heat resistance and resistance to fruit cracking. The hybrid has high seed germination and adaptability during cultivation, allowing it to be grown throughout the season, including successive sowings. Melissa F1 adapts well to various climatic conditions, including hot climates, and can be grown under temporary film cover, agrofiber, in greenhouses or in open ground.
The heads of Melissa F1 cabbage are round, dense and firm, weighing from 1.5 to 3 kg, sometimes up to 5 kg. The leaves are dark green, slightly crinkled and blistered, with a weak waxy coating. The heads are juicy and have excellent taste qualities, making the hybrid popular on the market. Due to its dense structure and good keeping quality, the cabbage retains its market appearance during transport and can be stored until late December if sown late.
The main use of the Melissa F1 hybrid is for fresh markets and processing into salads. Its high yield, reaching 400-430 centners per hectare, makes it attractive for commercial cultivation. Melissa F1 combines high productivity, resistance to adverse conditions and excellent taste qualities, ensuring steady demand and wide use in the food industry and home gardening.
