Description of potato variety Koroleva Anna
Potatoes are the main product that is grown in the agricultural sector. There is and will be demand for it, so it is important to choose the right variety so that the species meets all the necessary requirements. The variety must be fruitful, frost and disease resistant and easy to germinate, and of course, so that the yield is not too late. The well-known potato variety Koroleva Anna meets these requirements.
Description of potato variety Koroleva Anna
Description of the variety
In Germany, breeders first bred the Queen Anna potato, which today is known as a productive variety and, in addition, grows and develops in all parts of the world, even in the most unfavorable places. The beautiful Koroleva Anna potato variety became famous all over the world, and was officially recognized in the Russian Federation in 2015. A distinctive feature of this variety is the fact that the bushes of this type of potato grow small in height.
Bushes belong to the stem type of potatoes. Leaves on large plants, always have a bright green tint. There are bushes with lowered leaves, just like with raised leaves, this will not affect the taste. All flowers and inflorescences are always white and petals of the same shade, which densely cover almost all shoots. The pulp of the fruit has a yellow color, it always tastes great, even when cooking potatoes, it does not spoil.
All tubers are elongated, oblong in shape, a distinctive feature is the relative density, smoothness and yellow tint of the rind. The potato variety Queen Anna has small eyes, which are not planted very deeply, they are almost on the shell itself. The very same pulp of a solid structure and the fruits always have a yellowish structure. When you boil potatoes, it will never boil down or turn black.
The main characteristics of the variety
Koroleva potatoes are among those types of potatoes that ripen much earlier than other varieties. Description of potatoes of the Koroleva Anna variety says about the main feature of this variety - early ripening, 70 days after you just plant the seedlings. The characteristic of the variety is always positive, according to the description of gardeners, the variety tolerates wintering well.
The Korolev potato variety is considered one of the most stable and most productive varieties among all the others, it occupies one of the leading positions. On average, from one hectare you can collect a minimum of 395 centners, a maximum of 500 centners.
One tuber also weighs a lot, the minimum weight is 85 grams, and the maximum weight is 100 grams. As a percentage, one fruit will contain from 13 to 15 percent starch. Likewise, the percentage of marketability of the product is 94 percent, and the storage of goods is 93 percent. This is one of the most important characteristics, why this variety always occupies a leading position.But, besides this, it has other positive qualities, which are also important when choosing a variety.
Positive sides
The first and most important thing is a high percentage of the product's yield, even after the worst weather it will be possible to get at least 400 centners. Excellent taste that is not lost during cooking and frying.
Active ripening of all seed material and positive ripening of all fruits of the root crop variety. Good resistance and immunity to various diseases and various pests, which are often attacked by different varieties of potatoes.
The fruits after harvesting can be stored for a long time, at the correct temperature regime (it should be cool), the potatoes can lie for more than 6 months. As a result of this positive side, excellent transportability of products and simplicity of yield.
This variety is called unique, as it is excellent for cooking and frying, for making soups, chips. In addition, this type of potato has a positive feature - even after processing, the potato retains its beneficial substances, and thus can protect the immune system from various diseases.
How to raise Queen Anne
It is advisable to germinate tubers before planting
In order to plant Queen Anna and get a good harvest from her, it is important to plant her correctly, and for this you need to know the main rules. Basically, it is believed that the best time to plant seeds is May. Then the soil can take tubers well, it dries well. This type of potato is best planted in mid-April until May. When choosing a site, focus on the fact that it should be bright enough and without stagnant water.
It is advisable to plant seeds from north to south, then all the fruits will warm up as much as possible under the rays of the sun. Also, in order for all the seeds to germinate well and be strong, one must not forget about the addition of black soil, peat and other additives. The soil, preferably, should be loose and light, but, as mentioned earlier, the variety will be able to survive under more difficult conditions. For planting a plant, it is best to use whole tubers, then there is much more chance that the yield will be high.
Before planting the tubers themselves, it is advisable to warm them well, germinate and, of course, keep them in the sun for some time, so that later they do not disappear in the open field. Also, experienced gardeners then recommend treating the tubers with stimulants for growth.
Specialist recommendations
The first thing that experts advise to do is to prepare the soil in the fall for the fact that there will be potatoes. To do this, it must be completely dug up and mixed with various organic additives. Both manure and compost can act as such additives. In the spring, it is best to fertilize the soil with nitrogen fertilizers.
Then already prepare the landing holes, or at least roughly outline where they will be. It is necessary to maintain a distance between the planting holes of 20 cm, since this type of potato is actively developing. One tuber per hole. If you put a lot, then this will lead to the fact that there will be a lot of small potatoes, and at the same time, the yield will also drop dramatically. Immediately cover all furrows with planted potatoes with earth.
In order for the yield to be at the highest level, it is best to immediately mulch the soil. After completing all the processes, immediately pour peat on top of the sprinkled pits and it is desirable that its thickness be 3 cm.
Bushes care rules
Although Queen Anne is an unpretentious variety, it still sometimes requires attention in order to get a good yield percentage. Care rules will be able to provide you with quality potatoes.
- Water the bushes constantly, especially when the fruits begin to grow actively. Active growth occurs during the period when buds and flowering begin to grow.In addition, experienced gardeners are advised to pluck flowers on the shoots, as this will guarantee the positive development of tubers. It is extremely important to carefully tuck the soil, as sometimes the roots can be too close to the surface of the earth, and you can catch them, and this will lead to the death of the plant.
- Of course, do not forget to loosen the soil, as this has a positive effect on the bush, gives oxygen to the roots, and a chance to better pass and absorb moisture. After loosening the soil, you can put in some fertilizer for growth.
Diseases
It is rarely observed that such a variety is affected by some kind of disease or pest. Most often, the ripening of potatoes and bush occurs without any problems. If such signs are noticeable, then it is best to immediately carry out prevention.
You can spray the plant to help the disease go away, but remember to repeat this process after every rain or use fertilizer. Experienced gardeners are advised to use, as a prophylaxis, a mixture of milk and honey. This mixture must be constantly applied to the bush, especially at the stage of active growth.
Potato Queen Anna has its justified popularity. Excellent characteristics, high yield and disease resistance make this potato variety unique and interesting.