Vol. 10, Issue 12 (2021)

Author(s):
Rishabh Kumar, VM Prasad and Devi Singh

Abstract:
The present study entitled “Varietal evaluation of chrysanthemum (Dendranthema grandiflora L.) Under Prayagraj agro-climatic conditions” was made to identify the suitable variety for growing in Uttar Pradesh to meet the national demand. Fifteen varieties were laid out in Randomized block Design (RBD) with three replications during rabi 2019-20. In present experiment data were recorded for various characters viz., growth parameters, flower characteristics and yield parameters. Variety Kajole was found as elite variety for height (cm) 30DAP, 60DAP and 90DAP, Number of primary branches per plant and Number of secondary branches per plant, for Number of leaves per plant in comparison to other varieties. Geetanjali and Datymed was for Number of flowers per plant. Red purple (28.91t) was for Flower yield (t/ ha)in comparison to other varieties. At room temperature significantly extended period of self life was recorded in Red purple (12 days). Maximum B: C ratio was obtained in Red purple (1:7.88). Based on findings of this experiment, it is recommended that chrysanthemum variety Red purple should be used for commercial cultivation of chrysanthemum, although further studies may also be carried out for refinement for selection of best varieties from amongst these.