JEMNA

Czech Breeding for Your Table

The 'Emna' chives variety by the Czech company Semo is a preferred choice for professionals and gardeners who prioritize consistency and produce quality. As an originator, SEMO a.s. has established a stellar reputation in onion breeding that extends far beyond European borders. 'Emna' has firmly secured its position in the salad greens market as a reliable, perennial option for those who value freshness and superior flavor profiles in their herbs.

Key Features and Agronomy

'Emna' is a classic chives variety characterized by intensive tillering and rapid regrowth of greens after harvesting. This is a critical advantage for commercial production, as it allows for multiple harvests throughout a single season. The plant produces delicate, thin leaves that maintain their crispness and mild, refined flavor for extended periods.

• Crop type: Perennial chives.
• Application: Salad, fresh market.
• Harvest method: Manual, essential for maintaining the visual appeal of delicate leaves.
• Origin: Czech Republic, Semo.

The breeders at Karel Zavadil have focused specifically on the plant's resilience to environmental stressors, making 'Emna' an excellent solution for various climatic conditions. Being a perennial, this variety eliminates the need for annual sowing, significantly optimizing labor costs for both home gardeners and small-scale farms.

Why Choose Semo

Semo’s Czech breeding program is known for its pragmatic approach: varieties are developed with the end-consumer's needs in mind. 'Emna' is more than just seed material; it is time-tested genetics that guarantee uniform crop stands and high marketability for bunching production. The lack of tough fibers makes this variety a benchmark product for culinary and restaurant applications.