Details for: PI 585228, Zea mays L. subsp. mays, 'LH260'

LH260 has demonstrated sensitivity to Lasso related compounds and acetolactate synthase inhibiting chemicals. Symptoms include the growing of tassels and ears downward as they emerge and increased root lodging.

LH260 is most similar to LH51. The most distinguishing difference is tassel length. LH260 is shorter in tassel length than LH51. LH260 flowers approximately 1-2 days earlier than LH51. The silk color of LH260 is light green while the silk color of LH51 is salmon. There are many more longitudinal creases present on the leaves of LH260 than there are on the leaves of LH51. The leaves of LH260 are shorter, wider and more erect than the leaves of LH51. LH260 exhibits a slight two ear tendency while LH51 exhibits only a single ear tendency.

As a line, LH260 is resistant to corn lethal necrosis, however, this resistance is not carried in its hybrid combinations. It is a very good pollinator, but does not have potential use as a seed parent. LH260 crosses exhibit strong early vigor and are some of the tallest hybrids prior to pollination. During the growing season, the upright leaves of LH260 hybrids create a unique appearance. Although ear placement is high, stalk quality and resistance to stalk rots is very good. Root strength is below average. In general, the late season plant appearance of LH260 hybrids is excellent and test weight has been good.