Types and Varietal Selection
Due to the large variety of types and cultivars, spend some time identifying local consumer desires. The following lists are illustrative only and do not include all of the wide varieties available. Very few of the varieties listed have been tested in the local marketplace. Most if not all can be grown locally, but some may have better adaption to the variety of climatic and environmental conditions found throughout Utah.
Variety Suggestions (Mostly Untested) for Commonly Grown Leafy Greens
Plant Family & Common Name | Varieties (limited list) | |
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Asters: | Endive | Bianca Riccia, Frisan, Lorca, Rhodos |
Escarole | Eros, Natacha, Salanca | |
Radicchio | Fiero, Indigo, Palla Rossa, Rossa di Treviso Precoce | |
Beet Greens | Boldor, Chioggia, Merlin, Pacemaker III, Red Ace | |
Brassicas: | Arugula | Astro, Roquette, Speedy, Sylvetta |
Collards | Champion, Flash, Hi Crop, Flash | |
Kale | Red Russian, Redbor, Rogue, Starbor, Winterbor | |
Mustard | Dragon Tongue, Green Wave, Spicy Green, Scarlet Frills | |
Lettuce: | Bibb | Adriana, Carmona, Red Cross, Rex, Optima, Speckles |
Cos | Fusion, Outredgeous, Salvius, Winter Density | |
Iceberg | Crispino, Crusader, Heatmaster, Superior I | |
Leaf | Defender, Encico, Revolution, Salad Bowl, Tango | |
Spinach | Bloomsdale, Emperor, Regiment, Renegade, Space, | |
Swiss Chard | Bright Lights, Fordhook Giant, Oriole, Rhubarb |