Catalogue Organic Seeds USA & Canada 2019

Celebrating 25 Years of Breeding 

and Producing Organic Seeds 

2019 

VITALIS SEED CATALOGUE 

US & CANADA

Index 

Celebrating 25 Years of Breeding 

and Producing Organic Seeds 

Vitalis Organic Seeds, the organic division of Enza Zaden, is the largest organic seed breeder and 

producer in the world, offering over 500 certified organic varieties in more than 35 countries. Our 

global research infrastructure includes dedicated North American research stations in California 

and Florida USA, and Sinaloa, Mexico. Each station includes certified organic trial locations, certified 

organic handler areas, and LEED-certified R&D buildings. In the U.S., Canada and Mexico, we are 

the principal trusted supplier of the largest assortment of certified organic seed for the professional 

grower. 

In 2019, we’re proud of a quarter-century of leadership in organic seed breeding and 

production, and of our steadfast support of a closed-loop organic agriculture systems 

that begin with 100% organic seeds. We’re also proud of our ‘Resistance Makes the 

Difference’ quality mark and strategy that defines our method of breeding for diverse 

agronomic conditions in concert with resistance to crop specific diseases, and quality 

traits including flavor, texture and extended shelf life. 

Product highlights for this year include an expansion in our lettuce assortment in EazyLeaf one-cuts, 

babyleaf and standard full-head lettuce types, our onions, our culinary herbs, our Southeast openfield-adapted 

tomatoes, and our compelling, Italy-influenced innovations including striped eggplant, 

Marmande tomato, and Tuscan melon. With these and our full complement of dedicated breeding 

programs, we look forward to exceeding the expectations of organic growers. 

Thank you for choosing Vitalis Organic Seeds. 

Italy-influenced innovations: 

Connect with us! 

Call +1-831-751-0937 or 

see info@vitalisorganic.com 

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and/or seed dealer for your area.

Product Index 

Arugula ..................16 

Cauliflower ..............23 

Cucumber ............24-26 

Eggplant ................39 

Endive ...................19 

Fennel ..................23 

Herbs ................43-45 

Leek .....................21 

Lettuce .................5-15 

Melon ...................40 

Onion ...................22 

Pepper ...............33-35 

Radish ..................39 

Rootstock ...............36 

Spinach .................20 

Summer Squash ........41-42 

Tomato ...............29-32 

Winter Squash ...........42 

Quality Standards ........50 

Resistances ...........47-49 

Sales Representatives ...51-54 

Organic Certification 

All of our seed, seed processing and seed treatments are 100% certified organic complying to 

national and international standards. Vitalis Organic Seeds organic certificates and non-GMO 

statement can be found on the About Vitalis page of our website www.vitalisorganic.com. 

USDA NOP 

We are certified as a handler for the National Organic Program (NOP) of 

the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) with certifier CCOF 

under Client Code pr1831. We are enrolled in the CCOF Global Market Access 

Program in compliance with the NOP/COR (Canada Organic Regime) 

Equivalence Arrangement and the US/EU Equivalence Arrangement. 

EKO 

For the European and other select international markets our vegetable seeds 

are certified in compliance with EC No 834/2007 Regulation by Skal under 

number 017981. 

Lacon 

For the European and other select international markets our herb seeds are 

certified in compliance with the EC No 834/2007 Regulation by Lacon 

under certificate number DE-RP-003-00029-BCD#2016#55761-EN.

Index 

Celebrating 25 Years of Breeding and Producing Organic Seeds 

Introducing 

2019 New Varieties! 

Gialte 

Bell Pepper 

Milagro 

Butterhead 

SunFresh 

Tomato 

Ezthana 

Eazyleaf 

Molokai 

Eazyleaf 

Emma 

Basil 

Xiomara 

Mini Romaine 

Winterhaven 

Tomato 

Anastazia 

Arugula 

Curlesi 

Endive 

Comanche 

Leek 

Asteroid 

Cucumber 

Espartano 

Tomato Rootstock 

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2019 New Varieties 

Index 

Odysseus 

Pepper Rootstock 

Jara 

Green Romaine 

Suwanee 

Tomato 

Sycamore 

Babyleaf 

Marsalato 

Tomato 

Iperione 

Melon 

Beachcraft 

Bell Pepper 

Avona 

Watercress 

Bellatrix 

Halloween Pumpkin 

Annina 

Eggplant 

Cash Machine 

Zucchini 

Burgandy 

Eazyleaf 

Boynton 

Eazyleaf 

Mavera 

Bell Pepper 

PIccolino 

Basil 

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Index 

Lettuce 

Dillon 

Barilla 

Milagro 

Mirlo 

Alkindus 

Iceberg 

Dillon 

An iceberg with excellent uniformity and small head size, Dillon has strong internal 

structure and fill. The exterior frame and wrap leaves have small ribs, and stand out for 

their dark green color. Head size and weight will increase in hot weather, performing 

best in late summer and early fall. Excellent resistance to downy mildew. 

Resistances: HR: Bl:16-35EU/1-9US/Nr:0/Pb. 

Green Butterhead 

Barilla 

Barilla is a medium green, thick-leaved variety with a strong base, upright shape and 

good volume. It is strong against internal tipburn. Barilla is appropriate for late spring 

and early fall crops in most locations and can be grown in summer in coastal regions. 

Resistances: HR: Bl:16-27,29,32,34EU/1-8US/Nr:0/TBSV. I IR: LMV:1. 

Milagro new! 

Milagro is a medium green butterhead with nice leaf gloss, a large frame and impressive 

weight that is ideal for processing and carton packs. With good flexibility for full 

season production and improved mildew resistance, Milagro offers solid performance 

for multiple applications. 

Resistances: HR: Bl:16-35EU/1-9US/Nr:0/TBSV. I IR: LMV:1. 

Mirlo 

A voluminous bright green butterhead with glossy leaves, a well-filled heart and a flat 

base. Mirlo has medium weight, is easy to peel and very strong against internal tipburn. 

Broad adaptability with excellent performance throughout the season. 

Resistances: HR: Bl:16-28,30-32EU/1-9US/Nr:0/Pb/TBSV. I IR: LMV:1. 

Red Butterhead 

Alkindus 

Alkindus has slightly savoyed leaves and excellent downy mildew and red aphid 

resistance. With a medium head size, Alkindus has a beautiful dark red color and is 

suitable for full season production. Excellent fill and good field holding capacity. 

Resistances: HR: BI:1-26,28,32EU/1-9US/Nr:0/TBSV. I IR: LMV:1. 

Roxy 

An outstanding red butterhead variety due to its brilliant leaf color and field performance. 

Roxy has an open, loose head with delicate leaves that are slightly blistered. This variety 

offers a nice base and strong tipburn tolerance, and is slow to bolt. 

Resistances: HR: Bl:16,21,23,32EU/1-6US. 

Roxy 

HR: High resistance I IR: Intermediate resistance I T: Tolerance 

For explanation of codes of resistances, see page 47-49. 

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Index 

Lettuce 

Bergam's 

Green 

Muir 

Stacker 

Tropicana 

Greenleaf 

Bergam's Green 

A large framed traditional greenleaf with dark green color. Bergam’s Green is a widely 

adapted variety. It is slow to bolt, strong against tipburn, resistant to heading and 

suitable for year-round production. 

Resistances: HR: TBSV. I IR: Ss. 

Muir 

Muir is a medium-sized, light green and slow-growing Batavia type. The heads grow 

very upright and the hearts are well filled. Muir has a sweet flavor and is strong against 

bolting and internal tipburn. With excellent downy mildew and red aphid resistance, 

this multi-use variety is appropriate for open field and hydroponic production. 

Resistances: HR: Bl:16-26,28,32EU/1-9US/Nr:0/TBSV. I IR: LMV:1. 

Stacker 

Stacker stands out for its unique upright habit and narrow leaf blade attachment. 

Dark green leaves with a slightly undulating margin are uniform in shape and size. 

Stacker has a high leaf count and can be grown for the whole leaf market. For whole 

head production, Stacker’s upright base facilitates packing into boxes or sleeves with 

minimal breakage. This variety has strong downy mildew resistance and performs best 

in the spring and fall slots. 

Resistances: HR: Bl:16-22,25,31,32EU/1,2,4-9US/TBSV. I IR: Ss. 

Tropicana 

Proven to be the best heat and bolt tolerant greenleaf variety in its class in trials across 

the country. Tropicana is tolerant to tipburn and leaf scorching, and is Corky Root 

resistant. With excellent uniformity and leaf texture, Tropicana can be used in fresh 

packs or for whole leaf production. 

Resistances: IR: Ss. 

Redleaf 

Red Mist 

Red Mist is a redleaf lettuce with a long planting window. Its V-shaped base helps 

prevent basal rot and packs well. Excellent weight for a redleaf with cores that stay 

low, Red Mist is slower to bolt and holds its shape well compared to other varieties in 

its class. 

Resistances: HR: Bl:16-26,28,32EU/1-9US. I IR: Ss. 

Red Mist 



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Index 

Lettuce 

Arroyo 

Carneros 

Clouny 

Coastal 

Star 

Green Romaine 

Arroyo 

Arroyo is an excellent variety that is well suited for both hearts and whole head 

production. Fresh market and wholesale growers will appreciate the upright habit and 

attractive color. Tight internodes and a V-shaped base produce high quality hearts. 

Arroyo is best planted in spring and fall slots. 

Resistances: HR: Bl:16-27,29,32,34EU/1-8US/TBSV. I IR: Ss. 

Carneros 

Carneros is a medium green, semi-savoy romaine for heart production. The frame is tall 

and upright, with a V-shaped base. Early to cup in, fast-filling and with good internal 

blanching, Carneros is the ideal product model for romaine heart production. Organic 

growers will appreciate the earliness of this variety. 

Resistances: HR: Bl:16-26,28,32EU/1-9US/Nr:0/TBSV. I IR: Ss. 

Clouny 

Clouny is a dark green romaine with smooth ribs and a glossy leaf texture that is thick, 

but pliable. The frame is medium-sized with a narrow, V-shaped base that produces 

beautiful 9 in. (23 cm) hearts. This variety is slow to bolt and can be used for whole 

head production in Northern regions. 


Coastal Star 

Coastal Star is a well-loved romaine with dark green color and tall stature. The variety 

is early maturing and produces large, heavy heads that can be used for hearts or fresh 

pack. Widely adapted and can be grown spring through fall in most regions. 

Resistances: IR: Ss. 

Jara new! 

Jara produces top quality hearts with a high level of disease resistance, especially 

against downy mildew. This romaine is well-suited for front and tail end production in 

the desert Southwest. 

Resistances: HR: Bl:16-35EU/1-9US/Fol:1/Nr:0/TBSV. 

Jara 

Variety technical sheet 

available. 

Please visit http://usa. 

vitalisorganic.com/ 

products-and-services/ 

techsheets or ask your 

Vitalis representative. 

Variety 

ROMAINE 

Full Size 

Heads 

Hearts Processing Spring Summer Autumn Winter 

Arroyo 4 4 N/S N N/S 

Carneros 4 C C 

Clouny 4 N/C N/C S 

Coastal Star 4 4 N N N 

Colbiana 4 4 S S 

Jara 4 S S 

Mezquite 4 4 N N S 

Rainier 4 4 N/C/S N/C 

Tuolomne 4 4 N/C/S N/C 

Weaverville 4 4 C C 

REGION: 

N=Northern (winter freeze) S=Southern (mild winters) C=Coastal (moderate year-round) 

For more specific growing recommendations, contact your regional Vitalis representative. 



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Index 

Lettuce 

Mezquite 

Rainier 

Tuolomne 

Colbiana 

Mezquite 

A semi-savoy romaine with thick texture, a tapered base and straight ribs. Works well 

for the heart market, and the nice internal blanching provides an attractive product for 

the value-added segment as well. Performs best planted October through November in 

the desert Southwest region, and spring and fall slots in Northern regions. 

Resistances: HR: Bl:16-32,34EU/1-9US/TBSV. I IR: Fol:1. 

Rainier 

Rainier is a large green romaine for full size heads and fresh cut processing. The variety 

has an impressive disease package, including improved resistance to downy mildew, 

Tomato Bushy Stunt Virus (TBSV) and red aphid. Recommended for spring and fall 

production. 

Resistances: HR: Bl:16-27,29,30,32,33EU/1-8US/Nr:0/TBSV. I IR: Ss. 

Tuolomne 

This extra-large romaine has a substantial frame with an open habit that produces 

optimum weight and high yields. Tuolomne has smooth green leaves, a wide V-shaped 

base and narrow ribs. A broadly adaptable, consistent variety for both whole head and 

processing markets. 

Resistances: HR: Bl:16-27,29,30,32,33EU/1-8US/Nr:0/TBSV. I IR: Ss. 

Blonde Romaine 

Colbiana 

In the desert Southwest, Colbiana works best for spring and fall. Given its robust, lightcolored 

frame and blanched internal contrast, it is well suited for the value-added and 

heart markets. Colbiana has improved bolting tolerance compared to most blonde 

romaine varieties. 

Resistances: HR: Bl:16-32,34EU/1-8US/Nr:0/TBSV. 

Weaverville 

A blonde romaine targeting the value-added market with improved tolerance to fringe 

burn, while holding a short core. With red aphid resistance and excellent performance 

in coastal California, Weaverville has proven to be a great addition to the processing 

market. 

Resistances: HR: Bl:16-32,34EU/1-8US/Nr:0/TBSV. 

Weaverville 

ROMAINE SIZE CLASSIFICATIONS 

Lettuce Type 

Heart Length 

Full 

12 in / 30 cm 

Midi 

10 in / 24 cm 

Mini 

7 in / 16 cm 

Little Gem 

4.5 in / 11 cm 



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Index 

Lettuce 

Xalbadora 

Breen 

Pomegranate 

Crunch 

Dragoon 

Newham 

Green Mini Romaine 

Xalbadora 

A mini romaine with great fill, dark green color and high gloss. Xalbadora does well 

against tip burn and downy mildew, and is widely adaptable for full season production. 

More upright habit and slightly faster filling than Starhawk, which it replaces. 


Red Mini Romaine 

Breen 

Breen is a unique red mini romaine, which closes nicely in the top, resulting in a 

perfectly formed heart. This great-tasting variety, which resembles a Treviso radicchio 

in appearance, has light colored veins that provide an attractive contrast with the 

reddish-brown leaves, and has excellent shelf life. 

Resistances: HR: Bl:16-21,23-26,28-35EU/1-9US. 

Pomegranate Crunch 

This variety is a red mini romaine with an open habit and smooth texture. Faster growing 

than other red romaine varieties, with a brilliant poppy red color on the outside and 

a speckled red-green interior. Pomegranate Crunch pairs well with a solid green mini 

head for an attractive presentation. 

Resistances: HR: Bl:16-27,29,34EU/1-8US/TBSV. 

Green Little Gem 

Dragoon 

Dragoon is a well-filled, compact little gem. This variety has dark green, semi-savoy 

outer leaves, matures slowly and keeps a short core. It is strong against bolting and 

internal tipburn, and is appropriate for open field or unheated greenhouse production. 


Newham 

Newham is a smooth-leaved green little gem with red aphid resistance in the Spretnak 

class. Excellent fill, strong tipburn resistance and a very sweet flavor make this variety 

a standout. Suitable for year-round production in coastal regions, and spring, fall, and 

winter production in hotter areas. 

Resistances: HR: Bl:16-21,23-26,28-35EU/1-9US/Nr:0/Pb. I IR: LMV:1/Ss. 

Spretnak 

A beautiful and tasty little gem with compact, well-closing heads, smooth outer leaves 

and tightly packed, blanched hearts. Best for spring and fall cultivation, with strong 

field tolerance to downy mildew. 

Resistances: HR: Bl:16-21,23-26,28-35EU/1-9US/Fol:1/Pb. 

Spretnak 

Variety technical sheet available. 

Please visit http://usa.vitalisorganic.com/products-and-services/techsheets or ask your Vitalis representative. 



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Index 

Lettuce 

Truchas 

Bellevue 

Cantarix 

Ilema 

Red Little Gem 

Truchas 

A little gem / mini-romaine type that provides a stunning contrast between green hearts 

and dark cherry red leaves. The upright cylindrical shape, good uniformity and ease of 

cleaning make this an excellent complement to the Vitalis green little gem assortment. 

Resistances: HR: Bl:16-35EU/1-9US/TBSV. I IR: LMV:1. 

Red Oakleaf 

Bellevue 

A red oakleaf ideal for full size or mini head harvest. Bellevue has a soft butter-like 

texture and very sweet flavor. Slightly bronzed cherry-red leaves contrast with a fresh 

green blanched heart. Excellent field holding capacity for full season production. 

Compared to Cantarix, Bellevue is slightly more filled and compact, and has improved 

downy mildew resistance. 


Cantarix 

Cantarix is a large-sized, dark red oakleaf lettuce with an attractive base. This variety 

produces dense heads with wide leaves, attractive color contrast and upright growth. 

Cantarix is best produced in the spring and early fall, with strong downy mildew and 

red aphid resistance, and excellent flavor. 

Resistances: HR: Bl:16-26,28,32EU/1-9US/Nr:0/TBSV. 

Lollo Bionda 

Ilema 

Ilema is an impressively voluminous green lollo, with a strong plant and nice leaf curliness. 

Ilema has a unique combination of fast growth, good weight, field holding capacity and 

very sweet flavor. Adaptable to open field and hydroponic growing conditions. 

Resistances: HR: Bl:16-33EU/1-9US/Nr:0/Pb/TBSV. I IR: LMV:1/Fol:1. 

Lollo Rossa 

Fossey 

Good volume, dark red color and frilly leaves describe the outstanding characteristics 

of Fossey, a variety that can be grown throughout the year. It is strong against bolting 

and has an excellent resistance package. Fossey has an upright habit with thin leaves 

at the base, reducing susceptibility to bottom rot. 

Resistances: HR: Bl:16-26,28,32EU/1-9US/Nr:0. 

Fossey 



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Index 

Lettuce 

Green Reef 

Ezrilla 

Ezthana 

Eztron 

Green Incised 

Green Reef 

This unique one-cut lettuce is in a category of its own! Green Reef adds 

loft and diversity to any salad mix. Highly serrated green leaves have a 

thick texture and a narrow attachment. Good for whole head or one-cut 

harvest and recommended for spring and fall production. 

Resistances: HR: Bl:16-35EU/1-9US/Nr:0/Pb/TBSV. 

Green Tango 

Ezrilla 

Ezrilla is a fast-growing green tango with attractively serrated, medium 

green leaves and a narrow cutting surface. This variety is recommended 

for adding texture, loft and crunch to the salad mix. Strong disease 

resistance and slow bolting make Ezrilla an adaptable variety throughout 

the year in most regions. 


Ezthana new! 

Ezthana stands out for its dark green color and compact plant habit. 

With strong leaves that maintain their shape in a salad mix and a crisp, 

sweet crunch, this variety is a great addition to the assortment. 


Eztron 

A vivid green tango variety with superior texture and a flavorful crunch. 

Leaves are deeply incised with a fine super-frilled outer edge, creating a 

unique product with amazing volume and loft. Eztron has intermediate 

speed, with improved bolting tolerance. 


Greenwood 

The largest of the green tangos in the Vitalis assortment, Greenwood 

offers the fastest speed with slow bolting capacity. Greenwood has 

light to medium green leaves that are softer in texture than the other 

green tangos, and sweet flavor. Downy mildew and red aphid resistance 

makes this an ideal choice for organic production. 

Resistances: HR: Bl:16-35EU/1-9US/Nr:0. I IR: LMV:1. 

Greenwood 

Red Tango 

Burgandy new! 

Deeply incised leaves, crunchy texture and good volume make this red 

tango a nice complement to our green tango assortment. Burgandy 

leaves have a narrow attachment, with medium red outer leaf color and 

a vivid green interior. 

Resistances: HR: BI:16-35EU/1-9US/Nr:0. 

Burgandy 

Brentwood 

Redleaf 

Brentwood 

A lobed, deep red lettuce with a glossy, soft texture and a lot of 

dimension. The color contrast between the dark cherry and light green 

gradation on the leaf is striking. This variety has excellent bolt tolerance 

and produces leaves with a fine ripple. Good for mini head or one-cut 

harvest. 

Resistances: HR: Bl:16-35EU/1-9US/Nr:0. I IR: Fol:1. 

Variety technical sheet available. Please visit http://usa.vitalisorganic.com/products-andservices/techsheets 

or ask your Vitalis representative. 



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Index 

Lettuce 

Hampton 

Boynton 

Buckley 

Ezbruke 

Molokai 

Stanford 

Green Oakleaf 

Hampton 

Hampton is a voluminous, high leaf count, one-cut oakleaf. With dark, 

shiny green leaves that have a narrow attachment, this variety is ideal 

for mechanical or hand harvest. Very slow to bolt, Hampton is a flexible 

variety for year-round production. 


Red Oakleaf 

Boynton new! 

This compact variety boasts a deep red color and three-dimensional 

oakleaf shape, adding loft to a salad mix and minimizing leaf matting. 

Boynton produces well throughout the season, and can be used for 

both mini heads and processing. 

Resistances: HR: Bl:16-32EU/1-9US/Nr:0/Pb/TBSV. 

Buckley 

Buckley is a beautiful one-cut red oakleaf. Lobed, deep red leaves grow 

in an upright rosette, forming a highly presentable variety that can be 

harvested for whole heads or for a salad mix. Buckley is faster growing 

than most red varieties, and is suitable for full season production. Pair 

with Hampton green Eazyleaf for a vibrant display. 


Red Romaine 

Ezbruke 

Ezbruke is a stunning red mini romaine with an open habit for either 

one-cut or whole head harvest. Heads form uniform leaves that are 

spring green at the base and deep cherry red on top. For whole head 

harvest, space plants 6 in. (15 cm) apart. For one-cut harvest, 4 in. 

(10 cm) spacing is recommended. 


Molokai new! 

Molokai is unique red romaine for whole leaf production. This variety 

produces loose heads of uniform 6 in. x 3 in. (15 cm x 8 cm) leaves. A 

beautiful red alternative for the whole leaf market. 

Resistances: HR: Bl:16-35EU/1-9US/Nr:0/TBSV. 

Red Butter Romaine 

Stanford 

This variety forms a beautiful rosette of uniform, pliable leaves that 

are dark red on top and green at the base. Stanford combines the 

leaf shape and texture of a butterhead, with the upright growth of 

a mini romaine. To harvest and display as a mini head, plant at 6 in. 

(15 cm) spacing. When planted at high density (3-4 in. / 8-10 cm), this 

one-cut lettuce adds a unique leaf shape and color to any salad mix. 






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Index 

Heated Greenhouse 

Lettuce 

Cristabel 

Espirando 

Fairly 

Green Crisp 

Cristabel 

Frilled ice lettuce leaf type with dark green color and very strong, thick leaf texture. 

Short core with more upright growth, this variety is high yielding and reliable in various 

conditions. 

Resistances: HR: Nr:0/TBSV. I IR: LMV:1. 

Green Butterhead 

Espirando 

Espirando is a medium-to-large butterhead with fresh green color and reliable 

performance in spring, summer and fall. The variety is strong against tipburn, yellow 

leaf edge, downy mildew and aphid damage. Growers will appreciate the closed base, 

which is easy to clean and allows for a beautiful presentation. 

Resistances: HR: Bl:16-26,28-35EU/1-9US/Nr:0. 

Fairly 

Fairly is an outstanding butterhead variety for the long-day season. It is durable, fast 

growing and heads have excellent weight. Fairly has a closed, flat base, allowing for 

easy cleaning at harvest. This variety has a large frame, fine ribs and a bright medium 

green color. 


Greenleaf 

Caipira 

Caipira performs very well year-round, offering an attractive head with spring green 

color and sweet flavor. The variety maintains its compact size even during the heat, has 

good leaf size and high tolerance to internal tipburn. 


Caipira 



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Index 

Heated Greenhouse 

Lettuce 

Advisor 

Jokary 

Azirka 

Xamena 

Green Oakleaf 

Advisor 

Oak leaf variety with a strong base and a beautiful shiny color. Advisor is strong against 

tipburn and bolting. 

Resistances: HR: Bl:16-35EU/1-9US/Nr:0/Pb/TBSV. I IR: LMV:1. 

Lollo Bionda 

Jokary 

Jokary is a quick growing variety with flexible leaves. The plant is compact and easy to 

pack, with an excellent presentation that especially fits well in trios. 

Resistances: HR: Bl:16-35EU/1-9US/Nr:0. 

Lollo Rossa 

Azirka 

Azirka is a triple red lollo type that has a very thick, crunchy leaf with nice flavor. 

The leaf is rounded with good three-dimensional structure. This variety also works well 

in trios. 


Mini Romaine 

Xamena 

Xamena is fast growing, with good top closure and excellent holding capacity for 

flexible harvests of mini heads or hearts. It produces very nice cylindrical hearts that 

are well blanched and filled. 

Resistances: HR: Bl:16-35EU/1-9US/Nr:0/TBSV. I IR: LMV:1/Ss. 

Xiomara new! 

Xiomara is a dark green mini romaine with fast growth, very good bolting tolerance and 

a clean upright base. 

Resistances: HR: Bl:16-35EU/1-9US/Fol:1/Nr:0/TBSV. I IR: LMV:1. 

Xiomara 



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Index 

Babyleaf Lettuce 

Green Romaine 

Aerostar 

A medium green romaine with good holding ability, a narrow basal leaf and a 

smooth rounded top that resists folding in the field. 

Resistances: HR: Bl:16-27,29,32,34EU/1-8US. I IR: LMV:1. 

Green Oakleaf 

Pensacola 

Sycamore 

new! 

Clearwater 

Surfside 

A fast-growing green romaine with a smooth green color. The texture is thick, 

but pliable, with a slightly serrated margin. The leaf shape is ideal with a narrow 

attachment. 


A glossy medium green tango type with excellent thick texture and uniformity. The 

finely serrated leaf margins combine with a narrow basal attachment for a desirable 

leaf shape. 


A medium-dark green oakleaf with thick, pliable texture and good flavor. Deeply 

lobed leaves maintain a narrow attachment and three dimensional quality to 

increase volume. 


A dark green oakleaf with excellent weight and crunchy texture. Upright growth 

and a narrow cutting surface allow for easy harvest. 


Red Oakleaf 

Blade 

A beautiful, extremely upright, uniform, cherry-colored oakleaf with good field 

holding capacity and shelf life. 


Greenleaf 

Celinet 

A greenleaf with a narrow cutting surface, good leaf flexibility and attractive frilled 

leaf margin. Celinet grows slowly, which allows for a longer harvest window. 


Redleaf 

Tamarindo 

A redleaf variety with improved texture and yield. Tamarindo has a dark red leaf 

color and an erect habit for ease of harvest. 

Resistances: HR: Bl:16-30,32,33EU/1-9US. 



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Index 

Arugula 

Anastazia 

Bellezia 

Grazia 

Wild Rocket (Diplotaxis tenuifolia) 

Anastazia new! 

This variety combines upright, compact growth, dark green leaves and very thick 

texture. Anastazia has strong field tolerance to downy mildew and is recommended for 

warm season production. 

Resistances: IR: Hp. 

Bellezia 

Bellezia has an elegant look, with a striking dark color and uniform, highly serrated 

leaves. Strong field tolerance to downy mildew and excellent shelf life. 


Grazia 

A compact, uniform, dark green arugula variety with finely serrated leaves. Grazia is 

strong against bolting. 

Jolizia 

This thick-textured wild arugula has a very dark color, good uniformity and strong 

resistance to downy mildew. 


Letizia 

Letizia has good field tolerance to downy mildew and exceptionally thick-textured, 

smooth, medium-green, lobed leaves. 


Standard Selvatica 

Standard Selvatica is a very tasty wild arugula variety with appealing, finely serrated 

spicy leaves. 

Jolizia 

ARUGULA 

Variety Speed Leaf Shape Leaf Color 

Bolting 

Tolerance 

Mildew Resistance 

(IR: Hp) 

Anastazia Slow Lobed 

Dark 

Green 

Average 

Strong 

Letizia 

Bellezia 

Slow 

Highly 

Serrated 

Grazia Fast Serrated 

Dark 

Green 

Medium 

Green 

Average 

High 

Strong 

None 

Jolizia 

Average 

Highly 

Serrated 

Dark 

Green 

Average 

Strong 

Letizia Slow Lobed 

Medium 

Green 

Average 

Moderate 

Standard 

Standard Average Serrated 

Medium 

Green 

Average 

None 

Resistance Makes the Difference 

Resistance Makes the Difference logo represents 

herb and arugula varieties bred for quality traits 

such as disease resistance and cold tolerance. 



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Variety Showcases 

Field days provide a wonderful opportunity to collaborate with organic growers, other 

seed companies and researchers who share our vision to continually enhance the 

availability of quality organic seed. Here’s where we were in 2018: 

Index 

Enza Zaden / Vitalis Organic Seeds 

Research Station 

LOCATION 

CROPS ON DISPLAY 

ATTENDEES 

HOT TOPICS 

Culiacan, Sinaloa, Mexico 

Full screening of our tomato, pepper, cucumber, 

and zucchini assortment for Mexico 

100+ organic growers, shippers and advisors 

Organic fertility management disease 

and insect management 

Seneca Vegetable Research 

LOCATION 


Hall, NY 

Tomato, including ‘Suwanee 140’, melon, including ‘Iperione’, 

zucchini, including ‘Cash Machine’, pepper, including green 

bell ‘Placepack’ (to be available in organic form in 2020) 

North Willamette Research and Extension 

Center, Oregon State University (OSU) 

LOCATION 

Aurora, OR 

ATTENDEES 

HOT TOPICS 

40+ East Coast dealer distributor representatives 

East Coast dealer insights on the newest varieties adapted to 

regional growing conditions 


Full EazyLeaf assortment, and featuring ‘Bellevue’ red oakleaf; 

‘Annina’ striped eggplant; ‘Marsalato’ Marmande tomato; 

pepper and winter squash assortments 

ATTENDEES 

60+ growers, extension agents and industry representatives 

HOT TOPICS 

Varieties adapted to Pacific Northwest growing conditions 

Northern Organic Variety Improvement 

Collaborative (NOVIC) 

LOCATION 

Corvallis, OR 


ATTENDEES 

HOT TOPICS 

NOVIC “farmer’s choice” endive trial, field trials for late blight 

resistant tomatoes, early maturing colored peppers and 

winter squash 

50+ grower, certifiers, university and non-profit 

representatives of NOVIC 

A dynamic tasting of varieties generated from the 

trials and project 

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Index 

Endive 

Curlesi 

Maratoneta 

Primaleta 

Leonida 

Curly 

Curlesi new! 

Curlesi is a new addition to our endive assortment, complementing Maratoneta and 

Primaleta by providing strong filling during warm season conditions and with good 

tolerance to tipburn. This adaptable variety has a vigorous upright habit, compact 

frame and is well-suited for the fresh market. 

Maratoneta 

An improved curly endive variety with dark green outer leaves and a well filled, bright 

yellow heart. Plant habit is upright for ease of harvest and reduction of basal rot. 

Maratoneta has a large frame and grows best in cooler conditions. Very tolerant to 

bolting and suitable for both fresh and processing markets. 

Primaleta 

Primaleta has strong growing ability for cold season production. Best when grown 

for early spring harvest, it has fine ribs and strong bolt tolerance. Primaleta is slower 

growing than Maratoneta to allow for successional harvest. Uniform, large heads have 

the potential for high yields with densely filled, well-blanched interiors. 

Escarole 

Leonida 

Smooth leaf, medium-green endive with a very upright habit, large frame and good 

volume of external and internal leaves. This variety has a strong tolerance to bolting 

and tipburn, with good field holding capacity. 

Séance 

A finely ribbed variety, Séance is voluminous with an erect habit, good heart filling and 

a clean base. Easy to harvest and very slow to bolt under hot conditions. 

Tres Fin 

Benefine 

An impressive tres fin type with a shiny, dark green exterior color and well-blanched 

interior. Benefine has compact, upright, tightly filled heads that are strong against 

bolting. Suitable for growing in warm conditions, Benefine has impressive resistance to 

tipburn and produces high yields of nicely frilled leaves. 

ENDIVE 

Séance 

Type Variety Spring Summer Autumn Winter 

Curlesi N/S/C N/C N/S/C 

Curly 

Maratoneta N/S/C S/C 

Benefine 

Smooth 

Primaleta N/S/C C S 

Leonida N/S/C N/S/C S/C 

Séance N/C N/S/C 

Tres Fin Benefine N/S/C N/C N/S/C 

REGION: 

N=Northern (winter freeze) 

S=Southern (mild winters) 

C=Coastal (moderate year-round) 

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Index 

Spinach 

Acadia F1 

Acadia is a dark green, semi-savoyed spinach with good texture for babyleaf harvest. 

This slow growing variety has medium-sized, oval leaves and is recommended for main 

season production. 

Resistances: HR: Pfs:1-13,15,16. 

Acadia 

Corvair 

Escalade 

Corvair F1 

Corvair produces nice oval-shaped, thick leaves that are upright in stature. It has 

wide adaptability, excellent yield and dark green color. Good in spring, fall and winter 

production. 

Resistances: HR: Pfs:1-11,13,15,16. 

Escalade F1 

This flexible variety is excellent for both babyleaf and bunch harvest. Escalade performs 

well in spring, summer and fall production. It has thick, medium dark leaves and is 

very strong against bolting. Escalade's field holding ability will make it a favorite when 

planted in the heat. 

Resistances: HR: Pfs:1-14,16. 

Shelby F1 

This is an excellent transition variety for spring and fall, with high quality leaf shape and 

size. Shelby has large, oval-shaped leaves that are medium green in color. This babyleaf 

spinach offers consistency and uniformity during seasons with variable temperatures. 

Resistances: HR: Pfs:1-13,15,16. 

Shelby 

SPINACH 

Pfs RESISTANCE 

Variety 

Speed 

Bolting 

Tolerance 

BBL Bunching 1-11 12 13 14 15 16 

Acadia F1 Slow Strong 4 4 4 4 4 4 

Corvair F1 Average Average 4 4 4 4 4 4 

Escalade F1 Average Strong 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 

Shelby F1 Fast Average 4 4 4 4 4 4 



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Index 

Leek 

Chinook F1 

Chinook is a fast growing summer hybrid with exceptionally long, straight shanks that 

clean easily in the field. This variety has excellent uniformity and grows quickly even 

under cold conditions. Plants are medium green and upright. An excellent choice for 

reliable, high-quality, early season leeks. 

Chinook 

Comanche 

Comanche F1 new! 

A main season hybrid producing leeks with long shanks that are easy to peel. Comanche 

has dark green foliage and an upright habit. This adaptable variety has a flexible harvest 

window and can be marketed loose, in bunches or in cello packs. 

Blauwgroene Herfst* Tadorna 

Tadorna is a well-loved open pollinated standard for organic growers. This autumnwinter 

leek is uniform and can fit into most leek programs, given its adaptability to 

multiple growing regions. Tadorna has long white shanks and is easy to harvest and 

clean. 

Takrima F1 

Takrima is an early-intermediate maturity leek. Long, straight, white shanks are of 

excellent quality, never bulbing and highly self-blanching. Vigorous, healthy plants with 

tremendous root systems make this variety especially well-suited for organic conditions. 

Tadorna 

LEEK 

Takrima 

Variety Leaf Color Early Main Autumn Winter 

Chinook F1 

Medium 

Green 

4 4 

Comanche F1 Dark Green 4 4 

Tadorna Blue-Green 4 4 

Takrima F1 Green 4 4 



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Index 

Onion 

Short Day 

Francesca F1 

Francesca is a mid-to-late short day yellow onion with strong tops and tolerance to Pink 

Root Rot. The exceptional bulb firmness makes this variety well-suited for mechanical 

harvest. Bulbs are approximately 3.0 in. (7.6 cm), globe-shaped and uniform. 

Francesca 

Gabriella 

Madalyn 

Cabernet 

Gabriella F1 

Gabriella is a high yielding short day variety that is strong against bolting. Uniform 

bulbs have a mild to sweet flavor and an attractive globe shape. Yellow to brown in 

color, onions are large in size and will store for 2-4 months. Maturing mid-to-late season, 

this beauty will yield an excellent crop for fresh market and short term storage. 

Madalyn F1 

Madalyn is an early-to-mid short day yellow onion with excellent bolting tolerance for 

fresh market production. It produces globe shaped, bronze colored onions that are 

medium to large in size. Bulbs are single centered and tops are upright and vigorous. 

Madalyn is quick to mature and high yielding. 

Intermediate Day 

Cabernet F1 

Cabernet is a medium-sized, intermediate red onion for storage, fresh market or 

export. With a vigorous plant habit, Cabernet produces uniform globe shaped bulbs 

of outstanding holding ability and quality. Excellent internal ring color development 

combined with single centers and partial resistance to foliar diseases make this variety a 

standard for organic onion production. Typical harvest is July through August, offering 

earliness, firmness and 4-6 month storability. 

Monastrell F1 

Monastrell is an intermediate day onion that boasts high quality bulbs. Plants are 

upright and strong against disease. With round to slightly flat shapes, this dark red 

onion shows strong sunscald tolerance. Monastrell matures slightly later than Cabernet 

and is larger in size. This variety has excellent internal ring color development and 

impressive storage capability for its class. 

Zoey F1 

Zoey is an adaptable intermediate yellow onion. High quality, uniform bulbs have a 

nice round shape, strong centers and good firmness. Plants are vigorous and have 

some tolerance to Pink Root Rot. This high-yielding onion has a nice mix of pungency 

and sweetness for the fresh market. Transplant or direct seed early in the season to 

maximize Zoey's size potential. 

Monastrell 

Zoey 

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Index 

Cauliflower 

Janvel 

Janvel F1 

Dense, well-filled curds make this an attractive variety for both fresh market and 

processing. Tall leaves of this vigorous plant provide excellent sunburn protection for 

curds. Recommended for late summer and fall harvest. 

Mardi F1 

Mardi is an early maturing cauliflower that develops uniform, white heads averaging 

1.3-1.8 lb. (600-800 g). Plant habit is vigorous and upright, with partially self-wrapping 

leaves to protect the curds. Mardi is appreciated for its sweet, nutty flavor, and can be 

grown in the spring, summer and fall in Northern climates. 

Fennel 

Mardi 

Genesi 

Idillio 

Genesi F1 

Genesi is an ideal fennel for late season plantings with very good cold tolerance. The 

dark foliage creates an umbrella shape around the bulb to help protect it. The bulb 

is compact, round and white, with minimal green veins and a small cutting surface. 

Genesi should not be planted in the heat, and is particularly well-suited for fall and 

winter production in coastal climates and the Pacific Northwest. 

Idillio F1 

Idillio is a vigorous late season fennel with good frost tolerance. The foliage is light 

green and bulbs are uniform, round, smooth and shiny. Idillio stands out for its postharvest 

quality, especially its minimal oxidation at cut points. Idillio should not be 

planted in the heat, and is particularly well-suited for fall and winter production in 

coastal climates and the Pacific Northwest. 

Preludio F1 

Preludio is an early variety with good bolting tolerance. It produces uniform, round 

bulbs of standout quality and yield. Compact plants are very upright and bulbs have a 

narrow cutting surface for ease of harvest. With succession plantings, Preludio can be 

successfully harvested in spring, summer and early fall. 

Preludio 



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Index 

Cucumber 

Alcazar 

Corinto 

Paraiso 

American Slicer 

Alcazar F1 

An American slicer type with a vigorous and productive plant habit. The fruit is dark 

green, 8-9 in. (20-22 cm) in length and has excellent shelf life. Alcazar is suited to 

cooler temperatures and has intermediate maturity. 

Resistances: HR: Ccu. I IR: Px/CVYV. 

Corinto F1 

An adaptable slicer variety that sets well under cool conditions. This variety is very 

productive and produces cylindrical, dark green, shiny, smooth fruit of 8-10 in. 

(20-25 cm) in length. The excellent disease resistance package makes this variety a 

great choice for both open field and unheated greenhouse production. 

Resistances: IR: Px/CMV/CVYV. 

Paraiso F1 

Paraiso is a very flexible variety adapted well to varying growing conditions. The plant 

is vigorous and produces well in cold conditions. Fruits average 8-9 in. (20-22 cm) 

long, and are cylindrical, shiny and dark green. They have good shelf life and retain an 

attractive shine in storage. 

Resistances: IR: Px/CMV/CVYV/CYSDV. 

Primavera F1 

Primavera is recommended for greenhouse cultivation in mild growing regions for fall, 

winter and early spring crops. Plants will quickly find the right balance of fruit and 

vegetative growth under these conditions. Primavera is labor-friendly with an open 

plant habit for ease of harvest. Fruits average 8-9 in. (20-22 cm), have very good shelf 

life and present beautifully on store shelves. 

Resistances: HR: Ccu. I IR: CMV/CVYV/Px. 

Primavera 

AMERICAN SLICER 

Variety 

Plant 

Habit 

Open 

Field 

High Tunnel/ 

Unheated Greenhouse 

Heated 

Greenhouse 

Length 

(in) 

Length 

(cm) 

Slotting 

Alcazar Vigorous 4 8-9 20-22 Cool/Low Light 

Corinto Compact 4 4 8-10 20-25 Flexible 

Paraiso Vigorous 4 4 8-9 20-22 Flexible 

Primavera Vigorous 4 4 8-9 20-22 Flexible 

All Vitalis cucumbers have all female flowers and are parthenocarpic (fruits can set without pollination). 



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Index 

Cucumber 

Kalunga 

Poniente 

Roxynante 

Tyria 

Long European Type (LET) 

Kalunga F1 

Kalunga is a strong, compact, productive plant, that grows well in many different 

climates and planting slots. This early maturing variety produces one fruit per node. 

Dark green fruit are slightly ribbed and 12-13 in. (31-34 cm) in length. Fruits have good 

extended shelf life and are recommended for unheated greenhouse production. 

Resistances: HR: Cca/Ccu. I IR: Px. 

Poniente F1 

Poniente offers a strong resistance package and produces uniform dark green fruit 

that are 12-13 in. (31-34 cm) long and nicely ribbed. The plant habit is vigorous with a 

dependable fruit set, 1-2 fruit per node and early maturity. Recommended for unheated 

and heated greenhouse production, Poniente performs best in the spring and fall in hot 

climates, and does well in spring, summer and fall in cooler climates. 

Resistances: HR: Ccu. I IR: CMV/CVYV/CYSDV/Px. 

Roxynante F1 

Roxynante produces fruits that are dark green, cylindrical and slightly ribbed. It has 

excellent cold tolerance and high productivity. Fruits grow very straight, measuring 

12-13 in. (31-34 cm) in length. Best grown in unheated greenhouse production for fall 

and winter production. 

Resistances: HR: Cca/Ccu. I IR: CVYV. 

Tyria F1 

Tyria is a very vigorous variety, developing dark green, slightly ribbed, well-filled fruits 

of 13-14 in. (33-36 cm) in length with a gradual production change from the main stem 

to the laterals. It can be grown in the open field and unheated greenhouse over a broad 

range of seasons. 

Resistances: HR: Cca/Ccu. I IR: Px. 

Heated Greenhouse Long European Type (LET) 

Asteroid F1 new! 

Asteroid is a high yielding heated greenhouse variety with early maturity, vigorous plant 

habit and strong powdery mildew tolerance. Fruit are dark green, slightly ribbed and 

13-14 in. (33-36 cm) in length. Asteroid is a widely adaptable variety with the strength 

to overcome harsh conditions, especially high temperatures, while remaining in good 

generative balance. Ideal for high wire production. 

Resistances: HR: Cca/Ccu. I IR: CMV/CVYV/Px. 

Asteroid 

LONG EUROPEAN TYPE (LET) 

Variety 

Plant Habit 

Open 

Field 

High Tunnel/ 


Heated 

Greenhouse 

Length 

(in) 

Length 

(cm) 

Slotting 

Kalunga Balanced 4 12-13 31-34 Flexible 

Poniente Vigorous 4 4 12-13 31-34 Flexible 

Roxynante Vigorous 4 12-13 31-34 Cool/Low Light 

Tyria Vigorous 4 4 13-14 33-36 Flexible 

Asteroid Generative 4 13-14 33-36 Cool/Low Light 




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Index 

Cucumber 

Katrina 

Picolino 

Socrates 

Mini 

Katrina F1 

Katrina is a robust and productive mini cucumber with an open plant habit and only 

a few laterals. The fruits, 3-4 per node, are of top quality with great flavor. They are 

glossy, nicely ribbed, very uniform and 6 in. (16 cm) in length. Good resistance package 

for unheated greenhouse production. 

Resistances: HR: Ccu. I IR: CMV/CVYV/Px. 

Picolino F1 

Picolino is a widely adaptable mini cucumber variety that is the smallest of the Vitalis 

assortment. Produces high quality, dark green, shiny fruits of 4-5 in. (10-13 cm) that are 

nicely ribbed and extremely uniform. With 3-4 fruits per node, the compact, vigorous 

plants are early to produce. 


Socrates F1 

Socrates is a dependable variety that produces dark green fruits of 6-7 in. (16-17 cm), 

which are both tender and sweet. Adapted to open field and unheated greenhouse 

conditions, Socrates performs best in spring and fall. 

Resistances: HR: Ccu. I IR: Px. 

Pickling 

Excelsior F1 

Excelsior is a high quality pickling cucumber for both open field and unheated 

greenhouse production in spring and fall. It has an open and vigorous plant habit, with 

fruits that are medium to dark green and 4-5 in. (10-13 cm) in length. 


Excelsior 

MINI 

Variety 

Plant Habit 

Open 

Field 

High Tunnel/ 


Heated 

Greenhouse 

Length 

(in) 

Length 

(cm) 

Slotting 

Katrina Compact 4 4 6 16 

High Heat/ 

High Light 

Picolino Vigorous 4 4-5 10-13 Flexible 

Socrates Vigorous 4 4 4 6-7 16-17 Flexible 

PICKLING 

Excelsior Vigorous 4 4 4-5 10-13 Flexible 




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Our Organic Commitment 

Active participation in policy dialogue helps protect the integrity of the organic 

seal, and fortify the continued growth of the organic sector. Here are the issues 

and opportunities we worked on in 2018: 

• National Organic Standards Board (NOSB) proposals about the appropriate 

use of new plant breeding techniques in varietal development for 

organic agriculture, and seed use guidance for criteria and goal setting in 

strengthening organic seed usage 

• American Seed Trade Association (ASTA) Organic Committee Co-Chair, 

through which Vitalis educates and promotes the development of a formal 

organic seed sector 

• Organic Seed Alliance (OSA) Board of Directors and planning support of the 

bi-annual Organic Seed Growers Conference 

• Organic Trade Association (OTA) member, with active involvement in the 

Organic Seed Committee and funding support of the GRO Organic Campaign 

• Oregon Organic Council Board of Directors representative 

• Canadian Organic Regime (COR) proposal on organic seed usage and 

treatments 

• Mexico Organic Commission support of national organic regulation and 

guidelines for organic seed usage including participation in the Mexican 

Sanitary, Food Safety and Food Quality National Service (SENASICA) 

organic regulatory review 

• ASTA Mexico Working Group, Border Workshops, Mexican Seed Trade 

Association (AMSAC) and OTA Mexico Working Group on strategic processes 

to import a broader assortment of organic seed 

Event 

Capacagro Conference 

Organic Seed Grower Conference 

Focus 

Guanajuato, GTO Mexico 

Challenges of Central Mexican 

organic growers, including 

certification requirements, 

production techniques and 

export market needs 

Culiacan, Sinaloa Mexico 

Supporting the growing 

organic sector in Sinaloa and 

communicating our regional 

screening program 

Monterey, CA 

Role of organic seed in soil 

and plant health 

Hollywood, FL 

Breeding for organic agriculture 

systems and the contribution to 

sustainability 

LaCrosse, WI 

Breeding and selecting 

vegetable cultivars for genetic 

diversity 

Saratoga Springs, NY 

Breeding and selecting 

vegetable cultivars for organic 

systems 

Corvallis, OR 

Varietal lifecycle management 

Spokane, WA 

Understanding the 

organic seed chain 

Pocantico Hills, NY 

Structure of the 

organic seed industry 

Index 

Select sponsorships most aligned 

with our objectives and our 

customer base include: 

• Organic Extension Program 

partnership between Oregon 

State University (OSU) Extension 

Service and Oregon Tilth, part of 

the OSU Center for Small Farms 

and Community Food Systems, 

which helps coordinate education 

and applied research in organic 

agriculture 

• Student Organic Seed Symposium 

(SOSS) developed by and for 

graduate students pursuing organic 

seed system research 

• California Certified Organic 

Foundation (CCOF) which advances 

organic agriculture for a healthy 

world, through education, hardship 

grants and consumer education 

• Organic Seed Finder, a database 

including the varieties of all reputable 

organic seed companies, that 

helps farmers and certifiers find 

commercially available organic seed 

varieties to support their organic 

seed use regulatory requirement 

• GRO Organic campaign facilitated by 

the Organic Trade Association (OTA) 

to support the organic check-off 

programming to promote, educate 

and perform consumer, soil and 

climate research 

• Organic Agriculture Research Forum 

sponsored by the Organic Farming 

Research Foundation (OFRF) 

Abbotsford, BC Canada 

Running successful 

on-farm trials 

Portland, OR 

Organic seed production 

and the state of organic seed 

availability and regulation in 

Mexico 

GRO 

ORGANIC 

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Index 

Tomato 

Arbason 

Caiman 

Skyway 687 

SunFresh 

Suwanee 

Beef 

Arbason F1 

Arbason is a large-sized beef tomato with an average weight of 7.0-9.0 oz. (200-255 g). 

Suitable for protected culture and open field production systems, Arbason is early 

maturing. The fruit is round in shape and has good quality with high production. The 

indeterminate plant grows very vigorously and is highly reliable under a wide variety of 

growing conditions. 

Resistances: HR: ToMV:0-2/Va:0/Vd:0/Fol:0-1. 

Caiman F1 

This early maturing and high yielding indeterminate hybrid has a vigorous, open, 

compact plant with short internodes and good fruit set. The round fruit are large in size, 

7.5-8.5 oz. (220-240 g), very tasty and have an attractive deep red color. Caiman is easy 

to cultivate, has leaf mold resistance and is recommended for high tunnel production. 

Resistances: HR: ToMV:0-2/Ff:A-E/Va:0/Vd:0/Fol:0-1. I IR: TSWV/Ma/Mi/Mj. 

Skyway 687 F1 

Skyway 687 produces large, high quality 12 oz. (355 g) tomatoes for open field production. 

This variety is especially well-suited for organic production in the Southeast because 

of its strong disease package, including virus and nematode resistance. Skyway has a 

vigorous, semi-determinate habit, and benefits significantly from pruning of ground 

shoots at the start of the crop. Wide adaptability to diverse growing conditions and 

regions. 

Resistances: HR: ToANV/Va:0/Vd:0/Fol:0-2. I IR: TSWV/TYLCV/Ma/Mi/Mj. 

SunFresh F1 new! 

This attractive variety caught our eye from the very earliest trials with its deep red 

interior and exterior color, slight shoulder ribbing and flat globe shape. The strongly 

vegetative habit of this semi-determinant variety has the added advantage of producing 

well in low-fertility conditions. Bred specifically for the vine-ripe market, with good 

fruit firmness and a strong disease package, SunFresh is a unique new addition to the 

market. 

Resistances: HR: ToANV/Va:0/Vd:0/Fol:0-2. I IR: TSWV/TYLCV/Ma/Mi/Mj. 

Suwanee 140 F1 new! 

Suwanee 140 produces beautiful deep globe fruit that are predominately extra-large, 

averaging 10.6 oz.1 (300 g). With a highly determinate plant habit, the early maturity 

and excellent leaf cover make this variety widely adaptable. Fruits are a deep red color, 

uniform, smooth and firm, with a nice flavor balance of acidity and sweetness. Strong 

disease package. 

Resistances: HR: ToANV/Va:0/Vd:0/Fol:0-2/For. I IR: TSWV/TYLCV. 

Winterhaven 163 F1 new! 

Winterhaven 163 is a determinate round beef for open field production, with high 

yields of extra-large fruit averaging 10.2 oz. (290 g). Fruits are highly uniform, firm and 

smooth, with low incidence of gray wall. This variety performs very well in the late fall 

and early spring seasons in the Southeast. Due to the vegetative plant habit, pruning is 

recommended based on soil type: for light soils, leave two suckers below the fork and 

for heavy soils, leave three suckers below the fork. 

Resistances: HR: ToANV/Va:0/Vd:0/Fol:0-2. I IR: TSWV/TYLCV. 

Winterhaven 





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Index 

Tomato 

Sakura 

Toronjina 

Montesino 

Cherry 

Sakura F1 

Sakura is a standout cherry tomato, producing beautiful mid-sized round fruit of 

0.6-0.8 oz. (18-22 g) with a sweet and tangy flavor. The fruits are tolerant to cracking, with 

well-attached sepals and magnificent trusses of 20 fruits or more. Well adapted to open field 

and unheated greenhouse production. 

Resistances: HR: ToMV:0-2/Ff:A-E/Fol:0-1. I IR: Ma/Mi/Mj. I T: Si. 

Toronjina F1 

Toronjina is a highly attractive orange cherry tomato with vibrant color and good 

tolerance to cracking. Adaptable to open field and unheated greenhouse production, 

this orange cherry is an excellent addition to mixed pints of colored cherry tomatoes. 

Produces high yields of 0.5-0.7 oz. (15-20 g) tomatoes. 

Resistances: HR: ToMV:0-2/Ff:A-E/Fol:0-1. 

Grape 

Montesino F1 

A ‘Santa’ type grape tomato for production in open field and unheated greenhouses. 

Sweet, tasty fruits have an early to medium maturity window. The strong plant 

habit sets fruit easily and produces high yields of mini-plum shaped fruit that weigh 

approximately 0.3-0.5 oz. (10-14 g). 

Resistances: HR: ToMV:0-2/Fol:0. 

Matthew F1 

Matthew is a unique variety that combines a robust plant habit and attractive orange 

grape tomatoes with great flavor. Plants are vigorous, early maturing and well-balanced. 

On average, fruits are 1.2 oz. (35 g) and can be grown in open field and unheated 

greenhouse systems year round. 

Resistances: HR: ToMV:0-2/Ff:A-E/Va:0/Vd:0/Fol:0-1/For. I T: Si. 

Matthew 





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Index 

Tomato 

PaiPai 

Granadero 

Pozzano 

Marsalato 

Dimerosa 

Plum 

PaiPai F1 

PaiPai is an indeterminate plum tomato that produces extra-large fruit averaging 

6.4 oz. (180 g). Tomatoes of 6-8 per cluster ripen evenly and are not susceptible to grey 

wall. The plant is notably strong and compact, and pruning is recommended to ensure 

proper aeration of the vigorous vines. With short internodes that allow for high yields, 

firm fruits and extended shelf life, PaiPai is a profitable variety for both growers and 

shippers. 

Resistances: HR: ToMV:0-2/Va:0/Vd:0/Fol:0-1. I IR: TSWV/Ma/Mi/Mj. 

Granadero F1 

An indeterminate plum tomato variety with a compact vigorous plant for the open field 

or unheated greenhouse production. Granadero delivers high yields of large fruit, with 

an average weight of 5.0 oz. (150 g), and demonstrates tolerance to cooler conditions. 

Resistances: HR: ToMV:0-2/Lt/Va:0/Vd:0/Fol:0-1. I IR: TSWV/Ma/Mi/Mj. 

San Marzano 

Pozzano F1 

A traditional looking ‘San Marzano’ tomato that produces a bountiful yield of smooth 

shaped, uniform fruit of 5.0 oz. (150 g). Fruits are robust, without green shoulders, and 

have good tolerance to blossom end rot. The firm fruits have excellent shelf life. 

Resistances: HR: ToMV:0-2/Va:0/Vd:0/Fol:0-1. 

Marmande 

Marsalato F1 new! 

This unique Marmande tomato originates from our specialty breeding program in Italy, 

and yields high numbers of 6.7 oz. (190 g) red fruit with deeply ribbed shoulders, a 

shiny exterior and small blossom scar. With a balanced, generative growth habit and 

leaf mold resistance, Marsalato is well-suited for protected culture, but also is adaptable 

to the open field, especially in more moderate climates. We suggest harvesting fruit 

with slightly green shoulders for a crisp texture and a tangy flavor. 

Resistances: HR: ToMV:0-2/ToANV/Ff:A-E/Va:0/Vd:0/Fol:0/For. 

Pink 

Dimerosa F1 

Dimerosa is an indeterminate pink beef tomato suitable for high tunnel production. 

Fruits are large and flat-round, with a dark pink color and subtle ribbing. Dimerosa fruit 

are strong against cracking and weigh an average of 6.4-7.8 oz. (180-220 g). Plants are 

relatively short with early maturity, high yielding and boast a strong disease package. 

Adaptable across a broad range of production areas. 

Resistances: HR: ToMV:0-2/ToANV/Ff:A-E/Aal/Va:0/Vd:0/Fol:0-1. I IR: TSWV/TYLCV/Ss. 





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Heated Greenhouse Tomato 

Frederik 

Stenza 

Maxeza 

Annamay 

Tomagino 

Garincha 

Large Beef 

Frederik F1 

Frederik is an adaptable variety that performs well in all conditions, including 

under periods of low light. With resistance to leaf mold and powdery mildew, this 

indeterminate tomato has excellent endurance and strong vigor for long cycles. Pruned 

trusses of four will produce large, firm, flat-round tomatoes averaging 7.4-8.7 oz. 

(210-247 g). Frederik's high quality fruits have excellent shelf life. 

Resistances: HR: ToMV:0-2/Ff:A-E/Fol:0-1/For. I IR: On. 

Stenza F1 

Stenza is a beefsteak variety that consistently yields uniform fruits averaging 9.9-10.6 oz. 

(280-300 g). Indeterminate plants have good leaf coverage and strong productivity 

throughout the growing season, especially during the hottest periods, with minimal 

flower abortion. Fruits have a long shelf life and a well-balanced flavor. 

Resistances: HR: ToMV:0-2/ToANV/Ff:A-E/Fol:0-1/For. 

Tomato on the Vine (TOV) 

Maxeza F1 

Maxeza is a unique truss tomato that combines high yield potential with good fruit 

color and firmness. The plant is very vigorous and will maintain uniform fruit sizes of 

4.9-5.3 oz. (140-150 g), even during the heat of the summer. Maxeza is the perfect 

variety for growers who are aiming for early and sustained production. 

Resistances: HR: ToMV:0-2/Ff:A-E/Fol:0-1/For. I IR: On. I T: Si. 

Cocktail 

Annamay F1 

Annamay is a slightly smaller cocktail tomato with an average weight of 1.2-1.4 oz. 

(35-40 g). Balanced plants have good vigor and a strong resistance package. The trusses 

are well-shaped, compact and very uniform. Attractive fruits are glossy and crack-resistant, 

with a sweet, aromatic flavor. 

Resistances: HR: ToMV:0-2/Ff:A-E/Va:0/Vd:0/Fol:0-1. I IR: On. I T: Si. 

Cherry 

Tomagino F1 

Tomagino stands out for its sweet flavor and its strong resistance to splitting. Wellbalanced 

plants have excellent setting and are fast to mature, making it suitable for 

year round production. Expect 0.6-0.7 oz. (17-20 g) fruits, with superior color and 

shine, on highly uniform vines. This variety also works well for TOV (tomatoes on the 

vine) production. 

Resistances: HR: ToMV:0-2/Va:0/Vd:0/Fol:0/For. I IR: On. 

Grape 

Garincha F1 

Garincha is a beautiful, oval shaped grape tomato for heated greenhouse production. It 

has a vigorous, easily-balanced plant type. Uniform fruits are 0.4 oz. (12 g) in size with 

an attractive, shiny red color. The production capacity of Garincha is extraordinary. 

Trusses set well as the plant grows, staying in balance through a long cropping cycle. 

Garincha is very suitable for loose harvest, but also can be harvested on the truss. 

Resistances: HR: ToMV:0-2/Fol:0-1. I IR: TSWV/Ma/Mi/Mj. 



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Sweet Pepper 

Beachcraft 

Olympus 

Sprinter 

Abay 

Milena 

Blocky Green to Red 

Beachcraft F1 new! 

Our newest bell pepper, Beachcraft is a high yielding open field variety that produces 

smooth, blocky fruits with a high percentage of four lobes. Fruits are well spaced 

on compact plants, reducing the number of unmarketable fruit. This widely adapted 

variety has good leaf cover, minimal cracking and heavy fruit set. 

Resistances: HR: Xcv:1-3/Tm:0. I IR: TSWV:0. 

Olympus F1 

Olympus is an extra-large, 4 in. (10 cm+) and slightly elongated blocky bell. It colors 

from green to dark red and has thick side walls. It is very productive and has a vigorous 

bush that provides plenty of shade for those long seasons. Recommended for open 

field production. 

Resistances: HR: Xcv:1-3. 

Sprinter F1 

Sprinter produces high yields of beautiful 3.5 in. (8-9 cm) peppers for a long production 

period. This variety is not sensitive to blossom end rot or russeting. Sprinter will turn a 

brilliant red at maturity, with thick walls and sweet flavor. Recommended for open field 

and unheated greenhouse production. 

Resistances: HR: Tm:0-3. 

Blocky Yellow 

Abay F1 

Abay produces extra-large fruits of 4 in. (10 cm) with thick walls that mature from dark 

green to yellow. Suitable for spring and fall plantings in the open field in the Southeast, 

and as a late season main crop in the Northeast and Midwest. Excellent Bacterial Leaf 

Spot resistance. 

Resistances: HR: Xcv:1-5/Tm:0. 

Blocky Orange 

Milena F1 

Milena is an early maturing orange bell. High quality fruits have a dark orange color 

and large size, averaging 3.5 in. (8-9 cm). The plant has a vigorous, open habit with 

good yield and strong resistance to viruses. Best suited for open field and unheated 

tunnel production. Milena is a standout variety that delivers uniform fruits and high 

productivity. 

Resistances: HR: PVY:0-1/Tm:0-3. I IR: TSWV:0/TEV. 

Mozart F1 

Mozart is a brilliant orange blocky pepper for unheated greenhouse production. 

Uniform, high quality, blocky fruits are resistant to cracking. Fruits maintain extra-large 

size of 4 in. (10 cm) over a long harvest cycle. The plant has an open habit that is easy 

to prune. Mozart is widely adapted. 

Resistances: HR: Tm:0-3. I IR: TSWV:0. 

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Diverse Pepper 

Oranos 

Long Sweet Conicals 

Oranos F1 

This outstanding orange conical pepper is a very early variety that produces vigorous 

plants with fruits 7 x 1.5 in. (18 x 4 cm) in size. Oranos is especially appreciated for its 

high yields and easy growth habit. Staking this variety is recommended to ensure a 

long harvest window. 

Resistances: HR: Tm:0. 

Bastan 

Hot Pepper 

Ancho 

Bastan F1 

This flavorful pepper has good heat and matures to a beautiful chocolate color. Medium 

sized fruits average 5.5 x 2.5 in. (14 x 6 cm), are thick walled and have a dark green color 

prior to ripening. The plant produces a concentrated set of consistently high quality 

fruits for fresh market. Thanks to robust leaf cover and medium-early maturity, Bastan 

delivers excellent yields. 

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Heated Greenhouse Pepper 

Healey 

Mavera 

Triple 5 

Viper 

Eurix 

Gialte 

Blocky Red 

Healey F1 

Healey produces large quantities of extra-large and jumbo red peppers of 3.5 in. 

(8-9 cm). Plants are sturdy with good vigor and adaptability to variable conditions. 

Fruits are uniform, firm and tasty. This variety is strong against russeting and blossom 

end rot. Healey has early to medium maturity and is high yielding. The open, strong 

plant habit requires generative steering. In addition to its superior fruit quality, Healey 

maintains its large sizes in the second half of the cultivation cycle. 


Mavera F1 new! 

Mavera is a balanced plant with easy setting in low light conditions. Extra-large and 

jumbo fruit which average 3.5 in. (8-9 cm) are fast to turn red. Mavera should be grown 

in a vegetative production system, especially poly structures, for optimal performance. 

Resistances: HR: Tm:0-2. I IR: TSWV:0. 

Triple 5 F1 

Triple 5 has a semi-open plant architecture and a generative habit that sets fruit easily. 

This high yielding variety works best when managed as a fast growing crop. High 

quality fruits are uniform and blocky during the entire life of the crop. Fruits average 

3.5 in. (8-9 cm). 

Resistances: HR: Tm:0-3. I IR: Ma/Mi/Mj. 

Viper F1 

Viper is a high quality variety with good yields that is also fairly early. Fruits average 

3.5 in. (8-9 cm) and have an impressive weight. Fruit set is regular and evenly distributed 

throughout the plant, adaptable to almost all conditions. Viper has an open plant habit 

with a lot of vigor, and is best grown at high speed. 


Blocky Yellow 

Eurix F1 

This yellow blocky bell pepper was a standout in trials for its early maturity, consistently 

high yields and ease of fruit set. Eurix has a strong root system which contributes to 

a uniform fruit size of 3.7 in. (9.4 cm), as well as adaptability to a range of growing 

conditions while maintaining a generative balance. Fruit is light green when immature, 

and colors to a medium yellow, with exceptional shelf-life. 


Gialte F1 new! 

Gialte is a yellow blocky pepper with exceptional production and quality. The flexible 

nature of this variety makes it well-suited to all cultivation systems. Fruit size is medium 

to large, and works well for mixed bag sales. With an attractive yellow color, good 

uniformity and excellent shelf-life, Gialte is a great addition to a colored bell program. 


Blocky Orange 

Orbit F1 

Orbit is an orange blocky bell pepper with a vigorous plant habit and high yield. Recent 

trials in Canada, the USA and Mexico have shown Orbit to be adaptable in early and 

late sowings and productive throughout the season. Fruits average 3.3-3.5 in. (8-9 cm). 

This exciting addition offers growers a versatile and high-quality orange pepper with 

impressive shelf life that will nicely round out their assortment. 


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Rootstock 

Tomato Rootstock 

Espartano F1 new! 

Espartano is our strongest rootstock, maintaining a balanced growth effect on the 

scion and not becoming too vigorous. The endurance of this rootstock ensures 

excellent plant vigor and high fruit production until the end of the growing season. 

In long season production (8+ months), when the roots are stressed by moving from 

cold to warm weather, Espartano ensures that the average fruit weight remains stable, 

resulting in increased total yields. 

Resistances: HR: ToMV:0-2/Ff:A-E/Va:0/Vd:0/Fol:0-2/For. I IR: TSWV/Ma/Mi/Mj. 

Estamino F1 

A vigorous rootstock with an early generative effect on the growth of the scion. An 

Estamino graft results in a well-balanced plant with steady production throughout 

the cultivation cycle. Estamino can be used to control excessive vegetative 

growth and increase total yield. This rootstock is recommended for short season 

(5-7 months) production. 

Resistances: HR: ToMV:0-2/Ff:A-E/Va:0/Vd:0/Fol:0-2/For. I IR: TSWV/Pl/Ma/Mi/Mj. 

Fortamino F1 

Fortamino is especially recommended for use when transplanting into hot or 

stressed growing conditions. The strong root system provides extra vegetative 

power to the scion in the early stage of growth, developing very good leaf cover and 

ensuring excellent recovery after experiencing unfavorable conditions. Grafting onto 

Fortamino rootstock will also increase the number of flowers per truss, the average 

fruit weight and fruit size uniformity, especially for large-fruited heirlooms. Fortamino 

is adaptable to both short and long season production. 

Resistances: HR: ToMV:0-2/Ff:A-E/Va:0/Vd:0/Fol:0-2/For. I IR: TSWV/Pl/Ma/Mi/Mj. 

Cucurbit Rootstock 

Flexifort F1 

Use of Flexifort rootstock is recommended for cucumber, melon and watermelon 

growers seeking a longer, healthier crop. This rootstock brings increased vigor and a 

high return of quality fruits. Flexifort is an interspecific Cucurbita maxima x Cucurbita 

moschata cross that combines nicely with a wide number of varieties. It provides 

resistance to several soil borne diseases, as well as abiotic stresses such as drought, 

temperature extremes and high salinity. 

Resistances: HR: Fom:0-2/Fom:1.2/Fon:0-1/Foc. I IR: Forc. 

Pepper Rootstock 

Odysseus F1 new! 

Odyssues is our newest pepper rootstock that is especially designed for heated 

greenhouse growers interested in boosting their pepper yields. The vegetative power 

of Odysseus can easily be converted to increased fruit production when matched 

with a generative scion. This rootstock is ideal for glass greenhouses or harsh 

environments. 

Resistances: HR: Tm:0. 

Scarface F1 

For growers struggling with nematode pressure in their tunnel or greenhouse, 

Scarface pepper rootstock is the solution! Scarface performs best when grafted to 

generative scions, and will increase yields by extending the production season longer 

than is possible with ungrafted plants. Scarface can be used in both heated and 

unheated greenhouse conditions. 

Resistances: HR: Tm:0. I IR: Ma/Mi/Mj. 





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Organic Conferences 2018 

where we were 

North Willamette Horticulture Society Conference 

January 9-11 / Canby, OR 

Organic Farming Conference 

January 20 / Boise, ID 

Vermont Vegetable & Berry Growers Conference 

January 22 / Fairlee, VT 

Eco-Farm Conference 

January 24-27 / Pacific Grove, CA 

Global Organic Produce Expo 

January 25-27 / Hollywood, FL 

Pacific Ag Show 

January 25-27 / Abbotsford, CAN 

ASTA Vegetable & Flower Seed Conference 

January 27-30 / San Diego, CA 

PASA Farming for the Future Conference 

February 7-10 / State College, PA 

Organic Seed Growers Conference 

February 14-17 / Corvallis, OR 

MOSES Conference 

February 22-24 / LaCrosse, WI 

Certified Organic Associations of BC 

February 24-26 / Abbotsford, BC CAN 

Simposio Produccion Organica – Capaciagro 

April 26-27 / Culiacan, Sinaloa MX 

Organic Produce Summit 

July 11-12 / Monterey, CA 

Foro Organica – Centro MX 

August 16-17 / San Miguel, Qto MX 

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Organic Conferences 2019 

where we’ll be 

North Willamette Horticulture Society Conference 

January 15-17 / Wilsonville, OR 

NOFA NY Winter Conference 

January 18-20 / Saratoga Springs, NY 

Vermont Vegetable & Berry Growers Annual Meeting (VVBGA) 

January 21 / Fairlee, VT 

Eco-Farm Conference & Tradeshow 

January 23-26 / Pacific Grove, CA 

Global Organic Produce Expo (GOPEX) 

January 31-February 2 / Hollywood, FL 

ASTA Vegetable & Flower Seed Conference 

February 1-5 / Orlando, FL 

PASA Sustainable Agriculture Conference 

February 6-9 / Lancaster, PA 

Organicology 

February 14-16 / Portland, OR 

MOSES Organic Farming Conference 

February 21-23 / LaCrosse, WI 

Organic Demo Day — Enza Zaden Research Station 

March 7 / Suliacan, MX 

Viva Fresh Expo 

April 25-27 / San Antonio, TX 

Organic Produce Summit (OPS) 

July 10-11 / Monterey, CA 

Foro Nacional Orgánico 

August 8-9 / Irapuato, MX 

Student Organic Seed Symposium (SOSS) 

August 22-25 / Madison, WI 

Organic Production Symposium 

September 5-6 / Ensenada, MX 

Washington Tilth Organic Conference 

November 8-10 / Yakima, WA 

Expo AgroAlimentaria 

November 12-15 / Irapuato, MX 

Organic Growers Summit (OGS) 

December 4-5 / Monterey, CA 

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Index 

Eggplant 

Annina 

Annina F1 new! 

This gorgeous striped eggplant will not fail to impress growers and eaters alike. This 

adaptable variety produces well in both high tunnel and open field production systems, 

and yields half-long, uniform fruit that average 0.7 lb. (318 g). Growers will appreciate 

the spineless calyx, and customers will love the deep purple color striped with fine 

white lines. 

Traviata 

Traviata is a strong growing, well-balanced plant that produces half-long, uniform, black, 

shiny fruits. A high yielding and early variety recommended for spring and summer 

open field and unheated greenhouse production. 

Traviata 

Celesta 

Radish 

Celesta 

Celesta produces red, round, uniform bulbs of excellent quality. It has compact, 

strong, upright foliage that allows for easy harvest. Celesta is broadly adaptable and 

recommended for open field and high tunnel production. 

Pearl 

A white, smooth, round radish with a small green neck for open field production. 

Pearl has very vigorous growth and good resistance to cracking. It is adaptable as a 

processing radish in cello bags or in fresh bunches, due to its strong tops. This variety 

shines when mixed with red round radishes. 

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Melon 

Divergent 

Iperione 

Tirreno 

Specialty Cantaloupe 

Divergent 

Divergent defies classification—part Cantaloupe, part Galia, all flavor! This variety is 

sweet (Brix 15-18°), juicy and ripens earliest in its class. Orange fleshed, round fruits 

are medium-size, 2.6-3.0 lb. (1.2-1.4 kg) and set close to the crown for a concentrated 

harvest. Succession plantings are recommended for a continuous supply throughout 

the season, as the early maturity allows for the crop to be harvested in two to three 

passes. Noted for its uniformity in maturity, melons are ready to harvest when the 

netting begins to turn from green to tan. Divergent is an adaptable, high yielding variety 

that performs well in many regions, including northern areas with shorter seasons. 

Recommended for fresh market production only. 

Resistances: HR: Fom:0-2. I IR: Gc:1/Px:1-2,5/Ag. 

Italian Netted 

Iperione F1 new! 

Iperione is a modern Tuscan variety that delivers on yield, field holding ability and 

eating quality. The creamy shell and persistent green sutures contrast well to create 

an outstanding presentation in stores or at the farm stand. Fruit are uniform, with very 

good shelf-life. 

Resistances: HR: Fom:0-2. I IR: Px:1-2,5/Ag. 

Tirreno F1 

Tirreno is a favorite among northern growers. It was selected for its flavor, uniformity 

and solid production under organic conditions. Tirreno produces round to slightly high 

round fruits with uniform sutures and thick netting. It has excellent fruit quality with 

good flesh structure and a slightly thick, green rind. Brix levels average 13-15°. Exterior 

skin color is grey to cream with an interior orange flesh color. It produces 2.6-3.0 lb. 

(1.2-1.4 kg) fruits. 

Resistances: HR: Fom:0-2/MNSV. I IR: Px:1-2,5. 





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Summer Squash 

Alessandra 

Cash Machine 

Desert 

Dunja 

Green 

Machine 

Zucchini, Green 

Alessandra F1 

Alessandra is a green zucchini with impressive disease resistance and intermediate 

maturity. Dark green, cylindrical fruits are formed on a balanced, upright plant. Fruits 

set well under hot conditions. Alessandra is recommended for summer through fall 

production, especially in areas with high virus pressure. 

Resistances: IR: Px/CMV/ZYMV/WMV/PRSV. 

Cash Machine new! 

Cash Machine produces very high quality medium dark green zucchini with light flecking 

and a small blossom scar. Plant habit is compact, upright and semi-open, making this 

variety a great choice for high tunnels and tight spacing. Combined with its excellent 

disease package, Cash Machine delivers high yields of uniform, attractive fruit. 

Resistances: IR: Px/CMV/ZYMV/WMV. 

Desert F1 

Desert produces very dark green uniform fruits that set well under a variety of 

conditions. Fruits are straight, uniform and slightly speckled. Open, compact plants 

allow for easy harvest. Desert works well under high tunnel production conditions due 

to early and productive flowering. It has a strong disease resistance package. 

Resistances: IR: Px/CMV/ZYMV/WMV/PRSV. 

Dunja F1 

Dunja has emerged as a standout variety for organic production. The plant has a 

vigorous, open growth habit, sets fruits easily and is high yielding. Fruits are mediumdark 

green, moderately flecked and shiny. Dunja also has a strong disease resistance 

package, and is appropriate for open field or tunnel production. 

Resistances: IR: Px/ZYMV/WMV/PRSV. 

Green Machine F1 

Consistently a top performer in Midwest and East Coast field trials, Green Machine is a 

steady producer of uniform, medium green fruits of exceptional quality. With high yield 

potential and an open, labor-friendly plant habit, Green Machine also offers strong 

protection against virus and powdery mildew. 

Resistances: IR: Px/CMV/ZYMV/WMV. 

Kopana F1 

Kopana is a dark green zucchini with heavy flecking selected for high tunnel production 

in the spring. Plants are vigorous, while maintaining an open, well-balanced habit. Fruits 

are shiny with a slight taper. Selected to set fruit under cool conditions, Kopana works 

best in the presence of some natural pollinators. With strong yields and an upright 

habit, this variety will produce uniform, high quality fruits for the early market. 

Resistances: IR: Px/ZYMV/WMV/PRSV. 

Kopana 





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Summer Squash 

Yellowfin 

Cassia 

Zucchini, Yellow 

Yellowfin F1 

Yellowfin has a brilliant yellow color and produces high yields of straight, cylindrical 

fruits. Compact plants are vigorous and have an open habit for ease of harvest. This 

variety has the vigor and disease resistance required to withstand tough field conditions 

and still produce an abundant harvest. Strong resistance to powdery mildew. 

Resistances: IR: Px/CMV. 

Romanesco 

Cassia F1 

This hybrid romanesco zucchini boasts a vigorous, open, upright plant that is highly 

uniform and productive, even in low fertility environments. Cassia does well in cooler 

conditions, and growers will appreciate its more compact habit compared to traditional 

romanesco varieties. Fruits are straight with grey-green ribbing. Attractive yellow 

blossoms adhere strongly to the fruit, creating a vibrant and unique market display. 

Winter Squash 

Havana 

Tiana 

Bellatrix 

Butternut 

Havana F1 

Havana is the largest of our butternuts, with tan fruits that average 3-4 lb. (1.3-1.8 kg). 

This variety is uniform and extremely productive. Blocky fruits have a thick neck and a 

small seed cavity. Flesh is deep orange color with a nutty flavor. The plant is vigorous 

and semi-vining, with some tolerance to powdery mildew. Havana has good postharvest 

shelf life, and ripens fairly early for its size. 

Resistances: IR: Px/ZYMV. 

Tiana F1 

Tiana is a blocky, slightly cylindrical variety with an average fruit size of 2.2-2.5 lb. 

(1.0-1.2 kg) and fruit dimensions of 7 x 3 in. (18 x 8 cm). The yield potential of 

Tiana is up to 50% higher than any open pollinated butternut. The fruit quality is 

very consistent and the exterior skin color is a dark tan color. 

Resistances: IR: ZYMV. 

Halloween Pumpkin 

Bellatrix F1 new! 

Our first Halloween pumpkin, Bellatrix stands out as a widely adapted large-fruited 

orange pumpkin with a strong, dark green handle. The variety has a flexible planting 

window due to its early maturity, and yields fruit that average 20-25 lb. (9.1-11.3 kg) in 

Southern latitudes, and upwards of 25 lb. (11.3 kg) in the North. 

Resistances: IR: Px. 





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Index 

Herbs 

Herbs recommended for pot production. 

Basil Ocimum basilicum 

Dolly 

Elidia 

Emily 

Emma 

Keira 

Piccolino 

Dolly 

Eleonora 

Elidia 

Emily 

new! Emma 

Genoveser 

Keira 

new! Piccolino 

Rosie 

Our largest-leaf Genovese type basil that is very uniform 

and fast growing. Dolly demonstrates better tolerance 

against low temperatures compared to other basil 

varieties. 

Eleonora is a fast growing variety that has intermediate 

resistance to downy mildew – it is consistently slower to 

get downy mildew than other varieties on the market. 

Medium green leaves are slightly narrower and less 

cupped than a traditional Genovese type. 

Resistances: IR: Pb. 

Elidia is a Genovese type with intermediate resistance 

to Fusarium. Large, dark green, glossy leaves are borne 

on thick, sturdy stems with medium internodes. This 

variety is high yielding and very slow to bolt. 

Resistances: IR: Fob. 

A compact Genovese type with medium to large leaves. 

Emily is highly recommended for its improved shelflife. 

Adapted to both field and greenhouse production, 

with excellent leaf and plant size for whole plant sales 

or fresh cut. 

The next generation of our downy mildew tolerant basil 

varieties, Emma is particularly well-suited for indoor pot 

production. Emma has short internodes and uniform 

cupped leaves. 

Resistances: IR: Pb. 

Traditional cup-shaped, dark green, shiny leaved variety 

for field production. High yielding with strong, sweet 

basil aroma. 

Keira has been bred for improved shelf-life and postharvest 

tolerance to cold temperatures. Medium size, 

shiny leaves and short internodes are ideal for pot 

production, but also works in the open field. Keira 

delivers an attractive end product after transport. 

Piccolino is a specialty ‘Greek’ type basil that produces 

uniform, compact plants with small, aromatic leaves. 

The globe shape plant habit is particularly well-suited 

for pot production or for use in ornamental plantings. 

Improved ‘Red Rubin’ basil with a consistent, intense 

dark red color and compact and upright growth on 

robust stems. 





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Herbs 

Chives Allium schoenoprassum 

Nelly 

Nelly 

Staro 

A fine-to-medium thick chive, Nelly is dark blue-green 

in color, vigorous and upright. It is strongly resistant 

to diseases and thrip damage, and is used for fresh 

and industrial markets. 

An extra thick, dark green variety for a broad range of 

growing purposes, including forcing and pot production. 

Appropriate for fresh cut and industrial markets. 

Staro 

Cilantro Coriandrum sativum 

Marino 

Thickly feathered leaf cilantro with excellent plant 

emergence, late bolting and high yielding for open field 

or greenhouse production. 

Dill Anethum graveolens 

Marino 

Ella 

Green Sleeves 

Ella is an attractive dark green dill variety bred for pot 

and babyleaf production. Short hypotocyls give it a 

sturdy upright and compact plant habit. 

A uniform dark green dill for production of fresh 

bunches. Green Sleeves is resistant to bolting and 

is suited for year-round growing in open field and 

greenhouse production. 

Ella 

Green 

Sleeves 





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Herbs 

Herbs recommended for pot production. 

Parsley, Flat Leaf Petroselinum crispum 

Peione 

Gigante d’Italia 

Peione 

A large, flat leaved variety that is a dependable 

standard—very aromatic and high yielding. 

Peione is a standout Italian large leaf variety with large, 

glossy, dark green leaves and uniform habit. Vigorous 

plants are highly productive, with strong regrowth and 

intermediate resistance to downy mildew. Thick, sturdy 

stems and upright growth make for easy bunching. 

Resistances: IR: Pp. 

Wega 

Parsley, Curly Leaf Petroselinum crispum 

Wega 

Wega is a double curl parsley that delivers high 

uniformity, dark color and upright, strong stems. 

Adaptable for both fresh cut or mechanical harvest, 

as well as open field and potted herb programs. The 

architecture of the plant makes for easy, clean bunches. 

Wega also offers excellent shelf life. 

Fanni 

Sage Salvia officinalis 

Fanni 

A quality sage selection with large leaves, excellent 

yield and dependable germination. Fanni produces well 

in open field and greenhouse conditions. 

German 

Winter 

Thyme Thymus vulgaris 

German Winter 

A bushy plant with broad leaves that can be used for 

open field or greenhouse production of fresh or dried 

product. 

Watercress Nasturtium oficinales 

Avona 

new! Avona 

This succulent and pungent True Watercress is an 

excellent addition to babyleaf blends. Adaptable for 

pot and open field production, and works particularly 

well as a micro-green. 







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Cooking is hot, and fresh herbs are part of that 

trend. In the Western World the demand for live 

herbs in pots, clamshells and fresh cut bunches 

has been steadily increasing for many years 

now. No surprise there, because what could 

be easier and more satisfying than snipping a 

fresh bouquet garnish on your own window 

ledge, balcony or patio? Vitalis supports this 

development by offering both growers and end 

users herb varieties that are less susceptible to 

diseases and have extended shelflife. 

Focus on resistance 

Around ten years ago we tightened the breeding 

objectives of several herb varieties to gear them 

more to the needs of our customers and end 

users. They want plants with good resistance and 

year-round homogeneous, reliable production. 

Therefore, we now actively focus on resistance 

and quality traits breeding by selecting and 

crossing specific genetic characteristics that 

make the plants resistant or less susceptible 

to common diseases with extended shelf 

life. Important in the breeding process are 

resistances to the most common fungal diseases 

and tolerance of low temperatures in parts of 

the supply chain. And year-round production 

and supply are an absolute must for the large, 

specialist commercial nurseries. 

Successful varieties 

The focus on genetic resistance and extended 

shelf life has had the desired effect. In 2016, 

we officially launched our first Downy Mildew 

intermediate resistant basil variety on the 

market with overwhelming success, ‘Eleonora’. 

Since then, we released another Downy Mildew 

intermediate resistant basil variety targeted 

explicitly for hydroponic production, ‘Emma’. We 

also commercialized the basil variety ‘Elidia’ that 

is resistant to Fusarium, which can cause root rot. 

Elidia also produces high yields of large leaves 

and excellent field standability. For hydroponic 

growers seeking a variety that has improved 

tolerance to cold in the supply chain, we offer 

‘Keira’ basil. Simultaneously, we have introduced 

parsley varieties with intermediate resistance to 

Downy Mildew: a large flat-leaf parsley variety 

with high yields, thick long stems, and a brilliant 

glossy green color ‘Peione’, and a dark curly very 

uniform parsley variety ‘Wega’ – perfect for pots 

or bunch. 

Second generation 

We refer to them as the herb varieties of the 

‘second generation’: varieties that have an 

attractive color and good flavor, and at the 

same time ensure more reliable cultivation, and 

better shelf life keeping a quality product at the 

end consumers’ homes. They are ‘so to speak’ 

a bit more forgiving in conditions that are not 

ideal, which can happen in the sales channel and 

consumers’ homes. 

Quality mark 

In the coming years we will continue to steadily 

expand our range of resistant and tolerant herb 

varieties for sale in pots, clamshell and bunch. To 

indicate these second generation herb varieties 

we developed a quality mark, called ‘Resistance 

Makes the Difference’. With this quality mark we 

can indicate these varieties to our customers. In 

that way they know immediately, which varieties 

have the special characteristics that will enhance 

their production and consumption experience. 

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Resistances 

Descriptions, recommendations and illustrations in this catalogue correspond as closely as possible to tests and 

practical experience. This information is provided to assist professional growers and users; however, variable local 

conditions must be taken into account. Under no circumstances shall Vitalis Organic Seeds, North America, accept 

liability based on such information for deviating results in the cultivated product. The Purchaser is responsible for 

determining whether the items are suitable for the intended cultivation type and location. 

Important Resistance Information: 

Resistances in varieties of our crops are coded, unless indicated otherwise. See explanation of our coding list at www.vitalisorganic. 

com. If a variety is resistant to more than one pathogen, the individual resistance codes will be separated by the symbol “/”. 

• If in a resistance code of a certain variety reference is made to certain strains for which the resistance is claimed, this means 

that no resistance is claimed to other strains of the same pathogen. 

• If in a resistance code no reference is made to specific strains of the pathogen for which the resistance is claimed, this means 

that resistance is claimed only generally to the pathogen, and not to specific strains of the pathogen. 

Crop Type Scientific name pathogen ISF English name Code 

Races/ 

Strains 

Level of 

resistance 

Arugula Viruses Hyaloperonospora parasitica Downy mildew Hp IR 

Remark 

Basil Fungi Peronospora belbahrii Downy mildew Pb IR 

Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. basilicum Fusarium Wilt Fob IR 

Cucumber Viruses Beet pseudo yellowing virus Beet pseudo yellowing virus BPYV IR 

Cucumber mosaic virus Cucumber mosaic CMV IR 

Cucumber vein yellowing virus Cucumber vein yellowing CVYV IR 

Cucurbit yellow stunting disorder virus 

Cucumber yellowing 

stunting disorder 

CYSDV 

Papaya ringspot virus Papaya ringspot PRSV IR 

Watermelon mosaic virus Watermelon mosaic WMV IR 

Zucchini yellow mosaic virus Zucchini yellows ZYMV IR 

Cucumber green mottle mosaic virus Cucumber green mottle CGMMV IR 

Bacteria Pseudomonas syringae pv. lachrymans Angular leaf spot Psl IR 

Fungi Cladosporium cucumerinum Scab and gummosis Ccu HR 

Colletotrichum orbiculare Anthracnose Co 1 IR 



Corynespora cassiicola 

Corynespora blight and 

target spot 

Fusarium oxysporum f.sp. cucumerinum Fusarium wilt Foc 1 IR 



Podosphaera xanthii 

(ex. Sphaerotheca fuliginea) 

Cca 

Powdery mildew Px IR 

Pseudoperonospora cubensis Downy mildew Pcu IR 

Lettuce Viruses Lettuce mosaic virus Lettuce mosaic LMV 1 IR LMV:1 

Bacteria 

Tomato bushy stunt virus Lettuce die-back TBSV HR 

Sphingomonas suberifaciens 

(ex Rhizomonas suberifaciens) 

Corky root Ss IR 

Fungi Bremia lactucae Downy mildew Bl 16-35EU HR In USA called Bl:1-9US 

Fusarium oxysporum f.sp. lactucae Fusarium wilt Fol 1 IR/HR 

Fusarium oxysporum f.sp. lactucae Fusarium wilt Fol 2 IR/HR 

Insects Macrosiphum euphorbiae Potato aphid Me IR 

Nasonovia ribisnigri Lettuce leaf aphid Nr 0 HR 

Pemphigus bursarius Lettuce root aphid Pb HR 

Melon Viruses Cucumber mosaic virus Cucumber mosaic CMV IR 

Melon Necrotic Spot Virus Melon necrotic spot MNSV HR 

Papaya ringspot virus Papaya ringspot PRSV IR 



Fungi Fusarium oxysporum f.sp. melonis Fusarium wilt Fom 0 HR 

Fusarium oxysporum f.sp. melonis Fusarium wilt Fom 1 HR 


Fusarium oxysporum f.sp. melonis Fusarium wilt Fom 1.2 IR 

Golovinomyces cichoracearum 

(ex. Erysiphe cichoracearum) 

Powdery mildew Gc 1 IR 

Podosphaeria xanthii (ex Sphaerotheca fuliginea) Powdery mildew Px 1 IR 




Podosphaeria xanthii (ex Sphaerotheca fuliginea) Powdery mildew Px 3.5 IR 

Insects Aphis gossypii Cotton aphid Ag IR 

IR 

HR 

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Races/ 

Strains 

Level of 

resistance 

Parsley Fungi Septoria petroselini Septoria blight Sp IR 

Plasmopara petroselini Downy mildew Pp IR 

Pepper Viruses Cucumber mosaic virus Cucumber mosaic CMV IR 

Rootstock, 

Cucurbit 

Rootstock, 

Pepper 

Tobamovirus 

group 

Pepper mottle virus Pepper mottle PepMoV HR 

Pepper yellow mosaic virus Pepper yellow mosaic PepYMV HR 

Remark 

Potato Y virus Potato Y PVY 0 HR PVY:0 

Potato Y virus Potato Y PVY 1 HR PVY:1 

Potato Y virus Potato Y PVY 1.2 HR PVY:2 

Tobacco etch virus Tobacco etch TEV IR 

Tobamovirus (ToMV, TMV, PMMoV) Tm 0 HR Tm:0 

Tobamovirus (ToMV, TMV, TMGMV, PMMoV) Tm 0, 1 HR Tm:0,1 

Tobamovirus (ToMV, TMV, TMGMV, PMMoV) Tm 0, 1, 1.2 HR Tm:0-2 

Tobamovirus (ToMV, TMV, TMGMV, PMMoV) Tm 0, 1, 1.2, 1.2.3 HR Tm:0-3 

Tomato spotted wilt virus Tomato spotted wilt TSWV 0 IR 

Bacteria Xanthomonas campestris pv. vesicatoria Bacterial spot Xcv 1 HR 

Xanthomonas campestris pv. vesicatoria Bacterial spot Xcv 2 HR 









Fungi Phytophthora capsici Buckeye fruit and root rot Pc IR 

Leveillula taurica (anamorph: Oidiopsis sicula) Leveilula taurica Lt IR 

Nematode Meloidogyne arenaria 

Meloidogyne incognita 

Root-knot 

Root-knot 

Ma 

Mi 

IR 

IR 

Resistance can be 

adversely affected 

at elevated soil 

Meloidogyne javanica Root-knot Mj IR 

temperatures 

(>28˚C) 

Abiotic Cracking Cr T 

Stip St T 

Fungi Fusarium oxysporum f.sp. cucumerinum Fusarium wilt Foc 1 HR 

Fusarium oxysporum f.sp. cucumerinum Fusarium wilt Foc 2 HR 

Fusarium oxysporum f.sp. cucumerinum Fusarium wilt Foc 3 HR 

Fusarium oxysporum f.sp. radicis-cucumerinum Fusarium crown and root rot Forc IR 




Fusarium oxysporum f.sp. melonis Fusarium wilt Fom 1.2 HR 

Fusarium oxysporum f.sp. niveum Fusarium wilt Fon 0 HR 



Colletotrichum orbiculare 

(ex Colletotrichum lagenarium) 


(ex Colletotrichum lagenarium) 


(ex Colletotrichum lagenarium)" 

Anthracnose Co 1 IR 



Verticillium dahliae Verticillium wilt Vd IR 

Verticillium albo-atrum Verticillium wilt Va IR 

Phomopsis sclerotioides Black root rot Ps HR 

Rhizoctonia solani 

Rhizoctonia root and 

crown rot 

Nematode Meloidogyne incognita Root-knot Mi IR 

Tobamovirus 

group 


Tobamovirus (ToMV, TMV, PMMoV) Tm 0 HR Tm:0 

Tobamovirus (ToMV, TMV, TMGMV, PMMoV) Tm 0, 1 HR Tm:0,1 

Tobamovirus (ToMV, TMV, TMGMV, PMMoV) Tm 0, 1, 1.2 HR Tm:0-2 

Tobamovirus (ToMV, TMV, TMGMV, PMMoV) Tm 0, 1, 1.2, 1.2.3 HR Tm:0-3 

Fungi Phytophthora capsici Buckeye fruit and root rot Pc IR 



Root-knot 

Root-knot 

Ma 

Mi 

IR 

IR 


adversely affected at 

elevated soil 


temperatures 

(>28˚C) 

Rs 

IR 

HR: High Resistance | IR: Intermediate Resistance | T: Tolerance 

High Resistance (HR): Plant varieties that highly restrict the growth and development of the specified pest or pathogen under normal pest or pathogen pressure 

when compared to susceptible varieties. These plant varieties may, however, exhibit some symptoms or damage under heavy pest or pathogen pressure. 

Intermediate Resistance (IR): Plant varieties that restrict the growth and development of the specified pest or pathogen, but may exhibit a greater range 

of symptoms or damage compared to highly resistant varieties. Intermediate resistant plant varieties will still show less severe symptoms or damage than 

susceptible plant varieties when grown under similar conditions. 

Tolerance (T): The ability of a plant variety to endure abiotic stress without serious consequences for growth, appearance and yield. 

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Rootstock, 

Tomato 

Races/ 

Strains 

Level of 

resistance 

Viruses Tomato mosaic virus Tomato mosaic ToMV 0 HR 

Tomato mosaic virus Tomato mosaic ToMV 1 HR 


Tomato spotted wilt virus Tomato spotted wilt TSWV IR 

Bacteria Ralstonia solanacearum Bacterial wilt Rs IR 

Fungi Fulvia fulva (ex Cladosporium fulvum) Leaf mold Ff A HR 

Fulvia fulva (ex Cladosporium fulvum) Leaf mold Ff B HR 

Fulvia fulva (ex Cladosporium fulvum) Leaf mold Ff C HR 

Fulvia fulva (ex Cladosporium fulvum) Leaf mold Ff D HR 

Fulvia fulva (ex Cladosporium fulvum) Leaf mold Ff E HR 

Remark 

Fusarium oxysporum f.sp. lycopersici Fusarium wilt Fol 0 HR In USA called Fol:1 



Fusarium oxysporum f.sp. radicis-lycopersici Fusarium crown and root rot For HR 

Phytophthora infestans Late blight Pi IR 

Verticillium dahliae Verticillium wilt Vd 0 HR In USA called Vd:1 

Verticillium albo-atrum Verticillium wilt Va 0 HR In USA called Va:1 

Pyrenochaeta lycopersici Corky root rot Pl IR 



Root-knot 

Root-knot 

Ma 

Mi 

IR 

IR 


adversely affected at 

elevated soil 


temperatures 

(>28˚C) 

Spinach Viruses Cucumber mosaic virus Cucumber mosaic CMV HR 

Fungi Albugo occidentalis White rust Ao IR 

Cladosporium variabile Leaf Spot Cv IR 

Colletotrichum dematium Anthracnose Cd IR 

Peronospora farinosa f.sp. spinaciae 

(ex. Peronospora effusa) 

Downy mildew Pfs 1-17 HR 

Squash, Viruses Cucumber mosaic virus Cucumber mosaic CMV IR 

Summer Papaya ringspot virus Papaya ringspot PRSV IR 



Squash leaf curl virus Squash leaf curl SLCV IR 

Fungi Podosphaeria xanthii (ex Sphaerotheca fuliginea) Powdery mildew Px IR 

Squash, Viruses Cucumber mosaic virus Cucumber mosaic CMV IR 

Winter Papaya ringspot virus Papaya ringspot PRSV IR 



Squash leaf curl virus Squash leaf curl SLCV IR 

Fungi Podosphaeria xanthii (ex Sphaerotheca fuliginea) Powdery mildew Px IR 

Golovinomyces cichoracearum 

(ex. Erysiphe cichoracearum) 

Powdery mildew Gc 1 IR 

Tomato Viruses Beet mild curly top virus BSTCV HR 

Beet Severe Curly Top Virus BSTCV HR 

Tomato apex necrotic virus Tomato apex necrotic virus ToANV HR 




Tomato spotted wilt virus Tomato spotted wilt TSWV IR 

Tomato torrado virus Tomato torrado virus ToTV HR 

Tomato yellow leaf curl virus Tomato yellow leaf curl TYLCV IR 

Bacteria Pseudomonas syringae pv. tomato Bacteria speck Pst HR 

Ralstonia solanacearum Bacteria wilt Rs IR 

Xanthomonas campestris pv. vesicatoria Bacteria spot Xcv HR 

Fungi Alternaria alternata f.sp. lycopersici Alternaria stem canker Aal HR 

Alternaria solani Early blight As HR 

Fulvia fulva (ex Cladosporium fulvum) Leaf mold Ff A HR 

Fulvia fulva (ex Cladosporium fulvum) Leaf mold Ff B HR 

Fulvia fulva (ex Cladosporium fulvum) Leaf mold Ff C HR 

Fulvia fulva (ex Cladosporium fulvum) Leaf mold Ff D HR 

Fulvia fulva (ex Cladosporium fulvum) Leaf mold Ff E HR 




Leveillula taurica (anamorph: Oidiopsis sicula) Powdery mildew Lt HR 

Oidium neolycopersici (ex Oidium lycopersicum) Powdery mildew On IR 

Phytophthora infestans Late blight Pi IR 

Pyrenochaeta lycopersici Corky root rot Pl IR 

Stemphylium solani Gray leaf spot Ss IR 

Verticillium dahliae Verticillium wilt Vd 0 HR In USA called Vd:1 

Verticillium albo-atrum Verticillium wilt Va 0 HR In USA called Va:1 



Root-knot 

Root-knot 

Ma 

Mi 

IR 

IR 


adversely affected 

at elevated soil 


temperatures 

(>28˚C) 

Abiotic Stress Silvering Si T 

Blossom End Rot BER T 

Blotching Bl T 

Cracking Cr T 

Index 

HR: High Resistance | IR: Intermediate Resistance | T: Tolerance 

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Quality Standards 

Crop 

Germination 

Standards 

Minimum (%) 

Seed Count 

(seeds per pound) 

Seed Count 

(seeds per kilogram) 

Arugula 85 1,134,000 to 2,268,000 2,500,000 to 4,989,500 

Basil 85 266,819 to 647,989 587,002 to 1,425,576 

Cauliflower 90 103,000 to 123,000 230,720 to 275,520 

Chives 85 303,000 to 455,000 666,700 to 1,000,000 

Cilantro 85 45,500 to 114,000 100,000 to 250,000 

Cucumber 95 11,400 to 21,600 25,000 to 47,500 

Dill 80 75,800 to 113,600 166,700 to 250,000 

Eggplant 95 82,500 to 126,000 181,500 to 277,200 

Endive 90 252,000 to 412,400 554,400 to 907,200 

Fennel 90 31,947 to 36,590 70,431 to 80 668 

Leek 90 114,000 to 206,200 249,500 to 453,600 

Lettuce 95 239,000 to 648,000 525,200 to 1,425,600 

Melon 90 11,500 to 20,000 25,760 to 44,800 

Onion 85 90,000 to 125,000 198,414 to 275,575 

Parsley 85 350,000 to 412,400 769,200 to 907,200 

Pepper 95 44,500 to 81,000 97,800 to 178,200 

Radish 85 62,400 to 68,500 137,600 to 151,000 

Rootstock, Cucurbit 95 2,320 to 3,200 5,120 to 7,120 

Rootstock, Pepper 95 44,500 to 81,000 97,800 to 178,200 

Rootstock, Tomato 95 108,000 to 267,000 237,600 to 587,000 

Sage 80 42,000 to 52,000 92,593 to 114,639 

Spinach 85 29,000 to 81,000 63,200 to 178,200 

Summer Squash 95 2,500 to 4,700 5,500 to 10,400 

Thyme 80 42,000 to 2,200,000 2,645,520 to 4,850,120 

Tomato 95 108,000 to 267,000 237,600 to 587,000 

Watercress 80 42,000 to 2,300,000 3,968,280 to 5,070,580 

Winter Squash 90 1,400 to 2,700 3,000 to 5,900 

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Index 

Rodolfo Leyva 

Regional Sales Director, 

North America 

T +1 855-800-ENZA (3692) 

E r.leyva@enzazaden.com 

Ian Botes 

National Sales Manager, USA 

T +1 855-800-ENZA (3692) 

E I.botes@enzazaden.com 

Jean-Francois Thomin 

Marketing Manager 

T +1 831-998-2248 

E j.thomin@enzazaden.com 

Kazue Leon Nakashima 

Logistics Supervisor 

T +1 855-800-ENZA (3692) 

E k.leonnakashima@enzazaden.com 

Customer Service 

Sara Garcia 

Customer Service Supervisor 

T +1 855-800-ENZA (3692) 

E s.garcia@enzazaden.com 

Blanca Alvarado 

Customer Service Representative 

T +1 855-800-ENZA (3692) 

E b.alvarado@enzazaden.com 

Angela Hernandez 


T +1 855-800-ENZA (3692) 

E a.hernandez@enzazaden.com 

Karla Flores 


T +1 855-800-ENZA (3692) 

E k.flores@enzazaden.com 

Terms & Conditions of Sale: 

The general Terms & Conditions of Enza Zaden USA, Inc. apply to all contracts entered into by Vitalis 

Organic Seeds. The general Terms & Conditions are available from each authorized Enza Zaden USA and 

Vitalis Organic Seeds distributor upon request and can be seen at www.vitalisorganic.com. 

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Vitalis Organic Seeds, North America 

Locate the Sales Representative in your region using the colored 

Erica Renaud 

Regional Business Manager, 

Vitalis & Herbs North America 

T +1 831-262-7635 

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Amy Kaplan 

Sr. Organic Product Specialist, 

California/Southwest US 

T +1 831-998-1413 

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Shaina Bronstein 

Organic Sales Representative, 

Northwest US/Western Canada 

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Regional Sales Representatives 

Western US 

Pine Higgins 

Area Sales Manager, Dealer West 

T +1 831-206-6192 

E p.higgins@enzazaden.com 

Nick Barnes 

Area Sales Manager, Direct West 

T +1 831-455-6273 

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Jeff Ramirez 

Product Specialist, Southwest US 

T +1 831-682-5622 

E j.ramirez@enzazaden.com 

Tim Fellom 

Sr. Sales Representative 

T +1 831-595-0824 

E t.fellom@enzazaden.com 

Emmanuel Alcantar 

Sales Representative, 

High Density Crops 

T +1 831-998-1033 

E e.alcantar@enzazaden.com 

Michael Gall 

Sales Representative 

T +1 831-206-1108 

E m.gall@enzazaden.com 

Nick Harlow 

Sales Representative, California 

T +1 805-264-5551 

E n.harlow@enzazaden.com 

Jaime Eltit 

Sales Representative 

T +1 831-261-2599 

E j.eltit@enzazaden.com 

Rene Emch 

Sr. Product Specialist, 

Pacific Northwest 

T +1 657-276-1021 

E r.emch@enzazaden.com 

Erik Scarr 

Product Specialist, Brassicas 

T +1 831-682-6809 

E e.scarr@enzazaden.com 

Javier Russek 

Sr. Product Specialist, Onions 

T +1 831-240-5736 

E j.russek@enzazaden.com 

Natalie Vargo 

Product Specialist, Lettuce 

T +1 831-320-7885 

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Antonio Valdez 

Trial Specialist 

T +1 928-323-2679 

E a.valdez@enzazaden.com 

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Eastern US & Canada 

Greenhouse Business, US & Canada 

Rod Jorgensen 

Area Sales Manager, 

Eastern US 

T +1 407-389-9411 

E r.jorgensen@enzazaden.com 

Freek Knol 

Regional Manager, 

Greenhouse Business North America 

T +1 303-319-0057 

E f.knol@enzazaden.com 

Dominic Bouchard 


Eastern US Direct Sales 

T +1 518-390-2837 

E d.bouchard@enzazaden.com 

Arden Nywening 


Greenhouse Eastern Canada 

T +1 229-688-8353 

E a.nywening@enzazaden.com 

Butch Brady 

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T +1 941-769-7374 

E g.brady@enzazaden.com 

Andre Leendertse 

Sr. Sales Representative, 

Greenhouse British Columbia 

T +1 604-308-9320 

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Justin Lanier 

Product Specialist, Eastern US 

T +1 941-702-0928 

E j.lanier@enzazaden.com 

Kees Rodenburg 

Sr. Sales Representative, 

Greenhouse US 

T +1 520-686-1432 

E k.rodenburg@enzazaden.com 

Andrew Ditsworth 


Direct Sales, Eastern US 

T +1 941-720-0904 

E a.ditsworth@enzazaden.com 

Phil Stoffyn 

Sr. Product Specialist, 

Greenhouse Ontario Canada 

T +1 226-229-9676 

E p.stoffyn@enzazaden.com 

Lamar Jahna 

Product Specialist, Eastern US 

T +1 863-444-2745 

E l.jahna@enzazaden.com 

Bryan Stuart 


Eastern Canada 

T +1 519-808-3090 

E b.stuart@enzazaden.com 

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Product Highlights for 2019 

• EazyLeaf one-cuts featuring new ‘Burgandy’, ‘Molokai’ and ‘Boynton’ 

• Babyleaf assortment with updated downy mildew and aphid resistance and 

new ‘Anastazia’ arugula and new ‘Sycamore’ green tango 

• Traditional lettuces the most diverse assortment by type, with the most advanced 

resistances 

• Short and intermediate day onions, including yellow ‘Gabriella’, ‘Francesca’ and 

‘Madalyn’ and red ‘Monastrell’ 

• Culinary herbs, including new ‘Emma’ basil with intermediate downy mildew 

resistance and adapted for potted production 

• Southeast-adapted beef tomatoes, including new ‘Winterhaven’, ‘Suwanee’ and 

‘SunFresh’ 

• Compelling, Italy-influenced innovations including ‘Annina’ striped eggplant, ‘Marsalato’ 

Marmande tomato, and ‘Iperione’ Tuscan melon 

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