TIMES is an early variety of head lettuce of the Iceberg type, intended for cultivation under covering material to obtain very early produce. The maturation period is about 40 days, which allows for harvesting in spring, early summer, and autumn in open ground. The heads of this variety have a flat-round shape, average size, and a dense, compact structure. The leaves are dark green, crisp, and juicy, possessing excellent taste qualities, making the salad particularly attractive for fresh consumption, shredding, and packaging.
The TIMES variety is characterized by high resistance to downy mildew and lettuce leaf aphid, which significantly reduces the risk of diseases and increases the reliability of cultivation. Moreover, the lettuce has medium resistance to bolting, which allows it to maintain its commercial appearance and product quality for a longer time. The plant is adapted to various soil types and can be successfully grown in hot climates with controlled irrigation.
The vegetative period of the variety is from 40 to 55 days depending on growing conditions. The heads have light green covering leaves and yellowish inner leaves, with a moderately bumpy and glossy surface. The weight of heads reaches up to 500 grams, while the salad does not crack in the field and maintains high marketability for a prolonged period. Seeds of the variety are released in a granulated form, which facilitates sowing and improves germination.
