LARAND

The Larand salad is a mid-early head lettuce variety developed by the German company SAATZUCHT QUEDLINBURG GmbH. It is intended for cultivation in open and protected ground, features stable yields ranging from 2.4 to 4.4 kg per square meter, and a maturation period from mass germination to technical maturity of 34–47 days. The head of this variety is compact, round, of medium density, and weighs about 220–300 grams. The leaves are thin, entire, flat, and bud-shaped, with a glossy surface, colored in shades ranging from light yellowish to dark yellow without the presence of anthocyanins. The rosette of leaves is semi-erect and of medium diameter, with moderate edge waviness, and the outer leaves retain freshness for a long time and do not wilt. Larand is valued for its good transportability and resistance to major lettuce diseases, such as vegetable mosaic virus and downy mildew. Due to its undemanding nature and disease resistance, this variety is suitable for cultivation in both open and protected ground. However, for successful cultivation, it is important to avoid excessive moisture, which can lead to diseases and reduced yields, as well as high temperatures, which negatively affect the freshness and juiciness of the leaves. The Larand salad has a pleasant slightly sweet taste and is widely used in cooking for preparing salads, garnishing appetizers, and hot dishes. It is recommended to harvest the leaves in the morning, pulling them out carefully to preserve the quality and freshness of the product. This variety is excellent for those who value the combination of taste, disease resistance, and ease of cultivation.