Crunchita is a type of Romaine head lettuce with a crisp texture and attractive leaf color. It combines the best qualities of iceberg and romaine lettuce, giving it the head shape of romaine and the crisp texture of iceberg. The leaves are large, dense, with hollow veins and slight blistering, and have a juicy, tender, and pleasant taste, making this lettuce especially popular for fresh consumption, salad mixes, and vegetable dishes.
Crunchita is highly resistant to diseases such as downy mildew (Bremia lactucae, races 1-16, 19, 21, 23), internal necrosis, and lettuce aphid infestations. It has high adaptability, tolerates temperature fluctuations, and has a long germination period, ensuring a prolonged harvest. Thanks to these qualities, this lettuce can be successfully grown outdoors from early April to September, and year-round in greenhouses on various soil types and in all climatic zones.
To obtain a strong head, regular and properly regulated watering is required, avoiding waterlogging and soil drying. Seeds should be sown at a depth of 1-1.5 cm. Crop care includes loosening, weeding, and thinning dense seedlings if necessary. The variety is characterized by high-quality produce, long storage life, and excellent transportability, making it profitable for cultivation and market sales.
