Characteristics of cabbage variety Tiara F1
One of the ultra-early varieties loved by gardeners is Tiara cabbage. Thanks to a positive characteristic, many people opt for it. Differs in high yield results, unpretentiousness to climatic conditions. We will consider a detailed description of the vegetable in the article.
Characteristics of cabbage variety Tiara F1
Variety characteristic
The culture belongs to the hybrid species of white cabbage.
Bred by Dutch breeders. Suitable for growing both outdoors and indoors. Gives good yields in all regions.
From planting seedlings to a permanent place until the heads of cabbage are fully ripe, it takes from 53 to 56 days. The recommended planting density is 60 thousand shoots per hectare. Tiara F1 is able to withstand thickened crops. The 40 * 40 scheme is suitable for this variety.
Benefits
A number of advantages are indicated in the description of the hybrid:
- good yield - up to 15 kg per 1 sq. m .;
- transportability;
- with a lack of light, it does not lose its marketability and taste;
- does not undergo blooming and cracking;
- has immunity to fusarium;
- excellent keeping quality;
- long-term preservation on the root without cracking - up to 10 days from the moment of ripening;
- resistance to stress;
- there is a possibility of sowing in the second turn.
Description of the head
The rosette of leaves is raised. The head of cabbage is compact, well-formed. The average weight is 1.5-2 kg. Has a good internal structure.
Taste qualities are high: the cabbage is juicy, tender and sweet. Recommended for fresh consumption in salads and for preparing various culinary dishes.
Care
Each plant requires certain rules to be followed when growing. In order for early cabbage to feel great and give a good return, it is necessary to provide it with optimal conditions.
Temperature regime
Air temperature is important for cabbage
When planting seedlings in a permanent place, you need to pay attention to the temperature of the air and soil. In the first case, it should exceed 17˚С, in the second - 14˚С.
Watering
Tiara F1 responds poorly to a lack or excess of water. If it is not enough, the fibrous roots dry up. When there is too much moisture, the roots rot and diseases develop. Therefore, its quantity must be controlled, taking into account also the weather conditions.
Water temperature is not less than 18˚С. It is better to moisten the soil in the morning or evening. After planting, the plants are watered every 3-4 days for 2 weeks. Often during this period, the land still has a lot of moisture. Therefore, moisturizing can be canceled. After this time, water is added once a week. Early cabbage especially needs abundant watering in June, when the heads of cabbage are tied. Moistening is stopped 2-3 weeks before harvesting.
Loosening and hilling
It is necessary to loosen the soil after each watering or rain. Then a dry crust will not form. Plants will be able to get enough oxygen, which will strengthen their root system. For this purpose, a hoe is used.This action also removes weeds that suppress the crop and create favorable conditions for the development of pathogenic bacteria.
You can control weeds with mulch. For this, peat is laid in a layer of 5 cm. It will also help to retain moisture in the soil.
Additional food will provide hilling. Thanks to the earthen snowdrift, new roots form at the base of the plant. You can huddle 2 times per season. The first time the procedure is carried out together with the first fertilization. The next one is in the phase of 9-10 true leaves.
Top dressing
To stimulate the growth and build-up of green mass, Tiara F1 is fertilized. Nutrients are applied 2 times throughout the season:
- 10-12 days after planting plants in a permanent place;
- while tying heads of cabbage.
Both the first and the second time, organic substances can be used as top dressing. A solution of poultry manure is well suited for this. It is prepared in a 1:10 ratio. Mineral fertilizers are also used. After disembarkation, use the following solution:
- 10-15 g of ammonium nitrate;
- 20-25 g superphosphate;
- 10-15 g of potassium sulfate;
- 10 liters of water.
The amount of substances is indicated per 1 sq. m. Solutions are used for root dressing. When fertilized next time, they take on the same area:
- 8-20 g of ammonium nitrate;
- 30-40 g superphosphate;
- 15-20 g of potassium sulfate;
- 10 liters of water.
Many still use complex mineral preparations. The crop is also stimulated by spraying. For processing, such a tool is prepared:
- 10-12 g of calcium nitrate;
- 5-8 g of ammonium nitrate;
- 10 liters of water.
Diseases
The danger for early cabbage is keela, powdery mildew, downy mildew. To prevent these diseases, it is worth pickling them before sowing seeds. To kill fungi in the soil, it is also disinfected. In case of disease, fungicides are used according to the attached instructions.
Pests
Dusting with sifted wood ash or tobacco dust saves from the invasion of pests. This action is very helpful in the fight against cruciferous flea beetles, which are especially rampant in dry, hot weather. During the rainy season, slugs can harm plants.
Dry mustard powder or ground black pepper is used against them. These agents are sprinkled on the soil on the site. You can collect slugs by hand and then destroy them. To combat insects, infusions are prepared on tomato leaves, wormwood, dandelion. Some gardeners use purchased chemicals.
Conclusion
Cabbage Tiara F1 is perfect for growing owners who want to have an early harvest. Many people cultivate this variety for the purpose of marketing, as it gives a high percentage of productivity in a short time.
To achieve greater effectiveness, you must follow the rules of care. Timely identification of diseases or pests will save you from damage to the crop.