Pelops

Pelops is a hybrid rootstock of the Lagenaria type, designed for grafted watermelons and developed by Rijk Zwaan from the Netherlands. It is used as an effective means of protecting plants from soil-borne diseases such as wilting and fusarium. Due to its properties, Pelops contributes to increased yield, especially under long-term crop rotation or challenging growing conditions.

This rootstock is distinguished by high resistance to adverse climatic factors and is adapted for use in heavy soils, where the risk of disease and unfavorable conditions is particularly high. Using Pelops enables more efficient irrigation and fertilizer application, positively impacting overall plant development and health.

Pelops rootstock seeds belong to the Elite class and are intended for planting purposes. It is recommended to use this rootstock when growing watermelons under conditions requiring additional protection and increased resistance to soil-borne diseases and climatic stress, making it an indispensable element in modern agronomy.