Descriptor: SPRING VIGOR (SPRG_VIGOR)



 
Definition:
Visual estimate of amount of vegetative growth of biennial sweetclover three to four weeks after growth starts in the second year, coded 1-9.
Crop:
Category:
Growth descriptors
Status:
Crop Germplasm Committee approved
Data Type:
Alpha/numeric descriptor
Maximum Length:
1
Comment:
The most useful data would be taken on non-transplanted, field-grown, widely spaced plants. Data taken in other environments can also be included in GRIN, but mention the environment's limitations.
Responsible Site:
North Central Regional Plant Introduction Station  (NC7)

Distribution of Values for SPRING VIGOR (SPRG_VIGOR)

CodeDefinitionNumber of Accessions
1good (highest growth)1
2(1 = GOOD, 9 = POOR)3
3(1 = GOOD, 9 = POOR)2
4(1 = GOOD, 9 = POOR)5
5medium3
6(1 = GOOD, 9 = POOR)9
7(1 = GOOD, 9 = POOR)2
8(1 = GOOD, 9 = POOR)5
9poor4