Characteristics of pepper varieties Sankina Lyubov
Pepper Sankina Lyubov is one of the earliest hybrids. Fragrant peppers of this type are rich in vitamin C (ascorbic acid) and other vitamins, as well as trace elements. The main advantages of the variety are stable yield and excellent taste characteristics.
Characteristics of pepper varieties Sankina Lyubov
Characteristics of the variety
Pepper Sankina Lyubov is characterized by abundant ovary formation. This guarantees an early bountiful harvest even in open field conditions in central Russia.
Description of the bush
The plant is medium spreading, compact, multi-leaved. The bush is medium-sized, 60-70 cm high (in greenhouse conditions, growth may be higher). It does not need a garter, but with a plentiful harvest, the bushes will need support.
Features of the bushes:
- medium-sized slightly wrinkled green leaves;
- drooping fruit arrangement;
- yield up to 4.5 kg per m²;
The root system is well developed. This allows the plant to better absorb moisture from the deep layers of the soil, as well as minerals diluted in water. Since the roots are close to the surface, it is necessary to loosen the ground around the bush extremely carefully.
Description of the fetus
Sankina Lyubov is a hybrid of the first generation (F1), therefore it has a high resistance to diseases.
But its seeds are not suitable for harvesting, because do not guarantee the reproduction of the qualities of the parent plant.
The fruits meet the following characteristics:
- fruit weight 120-180 g (in some cases up to 250-300 g).
- shiny smooth surface;
- the color of the fruit in the state of technical ripeness is green; when fully ripe, the peppers acquire a bright red color.
- the shape of the fruit in the form of a truncated cone;
- fleshy and juicy pulp;
- fragrant peppery aroma;
- wall thickness about 7.5 - 8 mm;
The fruits of this variety do not lose their presentation during storage and are easy to transport. The hybrid is versatile in use.
Care
The plant needs to be looked after
The optimum age of seedlings of this variety for planting in the ground is 60 days from the appearance of the first shoots. Until reaching 17-20 cm, the bush grows with one stem, later it begins to diverge into several branches. The first flower (crown bud) is formed at the branching point. For good plant development, this flower is recommended to be removed.
Pepper Sankina Lyubov is better to plant according to the scheme 60 * 60 cm (square-nested planting scheme). The optimal time for open ground is June, for greenhouses - mid-May.
Before planting, it is recommended to introduce complex fertilizers, humus and peat into the soil for better plant development. From above, the ridge can be mulched. This helps to retain moisture in the soil and helps control weeds.
Diseases
Pepper Sankina Love ustovychik to the top rot of fruits, but, like most nightshades, is susceptible to other fungal diseases. Compliance with agrotechnical requirements for cultivating the variety will help to avoid them.
The plant is susceptible to such diseases:
- Blackleg is a fungal disease, the object of which in most cases is seedlings.The fungus is spread from contaminated soil or seeds. As a prophylaxis of the disease, a solution of potassium permanganate is used for irrigation, the conditions for planting a plant, namely air and light, are also important.
- Late blight is a fungal disease in the form of hard brown spots on the leaves and fruits. To prevent it, it is recommended to spray the plant with a solution of preparations containing copper or phytosporin.
- Phytoplasmosis (stolbur) is a viral disease carried by cicadas. Delivery of nutrients to leaves and fruits is disrupted. Signs of phytoplasmosis: yellowing, drying and curling of leaves, retardation of plant growth, root rot, deformation of the fruit. The disease is not treated, so the affected bush is destroyed.
For the prevention of most diseases, they are treated with specialized chemicals. You can also limit yourself to folk remedies and spray the pepper with whey with a few drops of iodine.
Pests
The most common pests dangerous for Sankina Lyubov pepper are leaf-eating (aphids, spider mites, slugs, thrips, whitefly).
In the fight against them on a small number of seedlings, spraying with decoctions of garlic, wormwood, onion husks, tobacco with laundry soap is usually used. The process is repeated twice at intervals of a week.
Root-gnawing (wireworms, beetles, gall nematodes) are also dangerous. All kinds of bait are used before planting seedlings. They also dig up the soil and pour boiling water down to a depth of 0.5 m when infected.
Conclusion
Pepper Sankina Lyubov is one of the best varieties for central Russia. The fruits of this hybrid are appreciated for their excellent taste and long shelf life. Planting seedlings of this variety guarantees stable and rich yields every year.