Herbs Enza Zaden has been selling herbs since 2001. Our main market is Europe, with a particular focus on Scandinavia, the Baltic States, UK, Benelux, Germany, France, Italy, the United States, Canada and Eastern Europe. Within these markets, our crop focus is on basil, chive, dill, parsley and wild rocket (Rucola selvatica/Diplotaxis tenuifolia). We are constantly working to improve our existing varieties. By developing disease resistance in our herbs, we make sure our clients get the best seed quality. We also test our varieties for shelf life to supply our customers with products for both local and export markets. All herbs are tested on NFT (cultivation on water) and in Scandinavia especially we have gained a high level of expertise over the past years. We have made significant investments to improve the quality of our seed, to make it as high as possible. A technical team in Enza Zaden Germany is available to give all kinds of advice about growing herbs and will support you with all the information you need. Olaf Kunzemann Breeder Herbs Germany 140 | Enza Zaden
Piccolino Marian Rosie Variety Cultivation Remarks Basil Fresh cut Processing Pot plant Dolly x x Edwina x Very uniform, large leaved and fast growing variety with improved tolerance against low temperatures. Recommended for open field production. Reliable variety in Genovese type for a year-round pot production. Also under low light conditions this variety produces shiny dark green leaves and a very uniform plant horizon in the pots. Emily x x Very compact pot variety in Genovese type with medium-large leaves. Recommended for summer production in moderate climates, and all year-round in hot climates or production under high light intensity. Extended shelf-life of Emily enables transport on long distances. Eowyn x Very strong and compact Basil variety in Genovese type for pot cultivation. The brilliant dark green colour and the compact plant type makes Eowyn unique. Improved shelf-life. Genoveser x x Shiny, dark green, spoon shaped leaves. High yielding special Genovese selection for industry. Lemon sel. Lemona x x Fast growing variety with a distinctive lemon flavour. Flat, elliptic, fine leaf. Marian x Pot variety in Genovese type with medium sized, dark green leaves. Strong against tip burn and leaf damage during packing. Improved cold tolerance secures a transport phase under problematic conditions. Piccolino x Very compact growing Basil with small flat leaves and strong aroma. Ideal for pot cultivation. Rosie x x Variety with intensive dark red, glossy leaves. Due to its robust stems the growth is upright and compact. Enza Zaden | 141
