Description of potatoes Krasa
Krasa potatoes are widely known among vegetable growers. It gained popularity due to its high yield and quality. Possesses excellent presentation and wonderful taste.
Description of potatoes Krasa
Characteristics of the variety
In the description of the Krasa potato variety, it is said that it was bred in the European selection of the XXI century. The variety is mid-season, grows well and develops throughout Russia. Ripening occurs 80-100 days after planting. The root system is developed at an average level, 6-8 tubers are formed under one bush.
Description of the plant
Potato bush Krasa straight, 50 cm in height. Sufficiently large stems, do not fall to the ground, stand for the entire growing season. Leaves are green, medium-sized, even.
During maturation, the plant produces cream-colored and medium-sized corollas. The roots are strong and well developed.
Description of the fetus
The weight of one fruit reaches 250-300 g, the pulp is yellow, there are medium-sized eyes, slightly deepened. The fruits are oval in shape and have a thick skin. The skin is pink. The starch content is high, about 15-19%.
Such indicators make it possible to cook not only wonderful mashed potatoes, but also chips, French fries. In addition, starch and potato flour can be prepared from the Krasa variety.
Pros of the variety
Krasa potatoes have a lot of positive sides:
- large tubers;
- good keeping quality 92%;
- excellent presentation;
- good productivity;
- excellent taste;
- strong immunity, resistant to all diseases and pests;
- the ability to transport potatoes over long distances;
- has no flaws.
Planting rules
Before planting potatoes, each gardener must prepare the soil and seeds for planting. It's not hard to do this, the main thing is to comply with all the conditions. Some gardeners plant potatoes and prepare seeds for planting using their own technology, since they have extensive experience and know which variety to approach from which side.
Preparing soil and seeds for planting
For proper germination of seeds, temperature conditions must be observed. The optimum temperature should be 20-24 ° C. Since the potato of the Krasa variety is mid-season and high-yielding, its planting in the ground has several features.
- The land must be prepared and done in the autumn. The site for planting potatoes must be completely dug up. It is advisable to dig not deeply, about 5-10 cm. It is also necessary to apply complex fertilizers.
- Planting material begins to prepare a couple of weeks before planting. The tubers are placed in a bright and warm place so that they can sprout. With sprouts, the tubers will quickly take root to the ground and begin to form the first early tubers.
- Any potato is taken for planting, it can be both last year's and bought on the market, but it must be prepared.
- Before planting, tubers are sprayed with a growth stimulant and for the prevention of special drugs against diseases.
- At the time of planting, nitrophoska is added to the pits simultaneously with the tubers. This fertilizer will help the tubers gain a foothold in the ground and begin to form properly.
Planting methods for potatoes
Tubers are planted in warm soil
Planting potatoes of the Krasa variety is carried out in early or mid-May, it all depends on weather conditions. First of all, the gardener must check the temperature of the soil and only then start planting. If at a depth of 10 cm the temperature reads 8 ° C, then you can start. For a variety such as "Krasa", the rows must be made at a distance of 60-70 cm. Experienced gardeners recommend planting potatoes using the comb method. This method implies a significant improvement in the ingress of air into the soil throughout the planting area.
If the gardener produces seedlings of seeds, then they are sown in February or in early March, already with soaked seed material. To make the soil favorable for growing seeds, it is recommended to apply a mixture of 1 part land and 4 parts peat. Complex fertilizers are also added without fail.
The seeds are spread in the soil and covered with a little sand. If the Krasa variety is grown from seeds for the first year, then it will turn out to grow a small crop. But, if you use these fruits for planting next year, then the harvest will be excellent.
How to properly care for a plant
Krasa potato tops are quite sensitive to cold and frost. In addition, the plant has a negative attitude towards weeds and soil moisture. In order for the gardener to collect a high-quality and large crop, it is necessary to follow simple growing conditions.
- If the potatoes are planted in the ground with seedlings, in the form of separate shoots, seeds or small tubers, then hilling is not carried out. Such planting of vegetables must, on the contrary, be protected from winds and severe cold weather. For this, coverings are used in the form of a film. In all other cases, potatoes are hilled.
- The first weeks after planting the tubers in the ground, watering is not carried out, since the root system of the potato is formed for this period. After the roots get a little stronger, watering is carried out as needed. If the plant does not have enough water, then there is a possibility that the stolons will die off, and with strong moisture, the plant decays.
- When the first stems appear, the first feeding is carried out. For this, water-soluble nitrogen and potash fertilizers are used. The second top dressing is applied a month after the first, but at the discretion of the gardener. If he notices that the stems are strong and growing well, then he can not bring it in.
- Since the plant has strong immunity, the likelihood of catching the virus is very small, so it is not necessary to spray with chemicals for prophylactic purposes.
- Harvest in early August, 80-100 days after planting in the ground.
Prophylaxis
Due to strong immunity and resistance to all diseases and pests, Krasa potatoes have a positive characteristic. If the grower is in doubt, then he can take small preventive measures.
To do this, you can use insecticidal agents and fungicidal preparations. A light solution of potassium permanganate or a garlic solution will help protect the plant from aphid attack (add 0.5 kg of chopped garlic to 1 liter of water).
Conclusion
Krasa potatoes are very popular among gardeners, and have proven themselves only on the good side. This variety is often grown from seeds. The seeds are available from Sedek. It is this plant that is ideal for growing in short periods, as well as if the summer is not too warm.
Correct and high-quality care of potatoes will provide every gardener with a good harvest.It doesn't matter whether a person has experience or not, he can grow this variety without any problems. It is perfect for both sale and home use. Potatoes have an amazing taste and are suitable for preparing any dish. The gardeners who planted this variety before were very pleased with it.