• UNIQUE RUNNER BEAN FOR PRODUCTION UNDER PROTECTION
• FIRM AND VERY STRAIGHT PODS
• GOOD SHELF LIFE AND TRANSPORTS WELL

Moraleda* is a unique runner bean that for production under protection. Under these conditions, it produces the perfect green bean which is suitable for fresh and export markets. Due to its thinner plant frame, it is easier to spray and allow airflow. The optimum plant population is between 22 000 – 25 000 plants per ha. A distance of 1 – 1.6m between rows with 25 – 30 cm between planting holes is commonly used. Moraleda* is a fast-maturing runner bean with concentrated sets and a short life cycle. The pods of Moraleda* are firm and very straight. Moraleda* have up to 95% pack out of first-class pods.  Pods are very uniform with a length of 14 – 16 cm and a diameter of 8 – 9 mm.

SPECIAL VARIETAL REQUIREMENTS

• The germination medium should be above 10°C and never be allowed to dry out. Flower and pod abscission can occur if the temperature drops to 2 – 3°C or increases to 30 – 32°C, accompanied by low water levels
• Contact area representative for more information

DESCRIPTION

CHARACTERISTIC*: MORALEDA*
KIND: Garden bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.)
TYPE: Runner bean
PLANT TYPE: Upright
MATURITY: Medium (55 – 55 days from sowing)
SEASON: Summer
POD SHAPE: Fine, straight pods
POD COLOUR: Medium green
YIELD POTENTIAL: Excellent
POD LENGTH (MATURE GREEN): 14 – 16 cm and a width of 8 – 9 mm
SHELF LIFE (MATURE GREEN): Very good
UNIFORMITY: Excellent
PLANT POPULATION GUIDE: 22 000 – 25 000 plants per ha
PLANT SPACING GUIDE:
Between rows: 1 – 1.6 m
Between plants in the row: 25 – 30 cm
DISEASE REACTION (SCIENTIFIC):
High resistance: Bean common mosaic virus (BCMV)
END USE: Fresh market, pre-pack and export
SPECIAL FEATURES: Good shelf life and transports well