Characteristics of the Giant potato
The Giant potato is a promising variety, as it guarantees a high and high-quality yield. The fruits are beautiful and large, they can be sent for sale and prepared delicious meals. It is also often used for cultivation in industrial areas.
Characteristics of the Giant potato
Characteristics of the variety
Potatoes Giant - mid-season, table variety. It was bred by Russian breeders in 2013. It is best to grow it on the territory of Russia, in the central part, the Volga-Vyatka and central black earth parts.
The ripening period for potatoes is from 115 to 120 days. Productivity pleases with its high level and quality, it ranges from 290-424 kg / ha. The root system of potatoes is very developed, 8-13 fruits are formed under one bush.
Description of the plant
Description of the plant - a tall shrub with straight stems, moderately lush branches. During the ripening period, the plant produces small corollas of purple color.
The leaves are large enough, green with wavy edges. The root structure is well developed.
Description of fruits
The weight of one fruit is about 110-180 gr. Description of potatoes - white pulp, cream skin. The fruits are round, slightly elongated. There are eyes, they are of medium size, recessed. Potatoes contain a lot of starch, in the range of 18.9%, so they boil well during boiling. Keeping quality in the aisles is 97%, so it can be stored for a long time.
The Giant potato variety has an exquisite taste. Potatoes can be boiled, fried, baked and stewed. Mashed potatoes are especially tasty when cooked, due to their ability to boil well. The pulp does not turn black during cooking. Potatoes can be used to make starch and potato flour.
Pros of the variety
The Giant variety has a positive characteristic. Gardeners distinguish the following features:
- delicious fruits;
- marketability is 89-96%;
- good keeping quality;
- contains a lot of starch;
- the giant is resistant to many diseases;
- grows well in severe drought and cold;
- the ability to transport potatoes without damage.
disadvantages
The disadvantages include the fact that the plant is easily exposed to the potato nematode. Also, the variety is picky about the composition of the soil. It develops poorly on loamy soils and does not tolerate strong moisture.
Planting rules
Provide the plant with good conditions for development
Every gardener should know that the Giant variety is picky about the soil, so it is prepared before planting. You also need to prepare seed material.
The quantity of the crop and its quality directly depends on the method of planting and growing conditions.
Preparation of tubers and soil
It is very important to fulfill all the conditions for the preparation of tubers and soil for planting.
- The site for planting should be flat and fertile. The place should be well lit and not very humid.
- If the soil is acidic enough, it is necessary to carry out liming or mix the earth with 20 kg of gypsum per one hundred square meters of the plot.
- Fruits for planting are selected healthy and not damaged. They are treated with special means before planting in the ground. The quantity of the crop depends on the quality of the planting material.
Planting methods for root crops
When planting potatoes, you need to make straight beds and be sure to observe the width between the beds along the entire length of the site. In the spring, fertilizers are added to the ground in the form of wood ash, peat or humus.
Gardeners recommend adding green manures and organic fertilizers to the ground in autumn. To do this, take an overripe mullein in the aisles of 400-600 kg per one hundred square meters of area. It is also necessary to add fertilizers in the form of phosphorus and potassium minerals in the amount of 3 kg and superphosphate, potassium chloride also per one hundred square meters of land.
Care rules
The Giant Potato loves attention during the ripening period, because this will help the roots form well and the tubers develop throughout the entire growth period. The basic requirements are presented below.
- When growing potatoes, it is very important to carry out the proper hilling. Hilling removes all weeds, after which loosening near the bushes can be skipped. This procedure protects the fruit from an increase in temperature and provides a comfortable environment for fruit ripening.
- It is important to water the area correctly and at the right time. It is watering that affects the quality and growth of tubers. If there is not enough moisture, the roots of the plant may begin to die off. This fact can greatly affect the amount of the crop.
- The variety needs feeding and fertilization, their amount depends on the soil itself and the zone of climacteric conditions. Potatoes have a positive attitude towards manure in any land. To significantly increase the yield, it is necessary to apply manure to sod-podzolic lands, as well as to sandy and sandy loam lands. In these soils, you can grow potatoes and harvest a large amount of crops.
- Spraying of tubers is also carried out for the prevention of diseases. For this, modern drugs are used such as Kinmix, Arriv, Tsimbush, Kuproksat, Sandofan M8 and Ditan M-45.
Diseases and pests
Potato Giant has a positive disease characteristic. It tolerates potato cancer well, a disease during which leaves curl, as well as wrinkled or banded mosaic, common scab. Potatoes are weak to golden nematodes, so they can easily pick them up. The tolerance of late blight is at an average level, therefore, during the virus, it is recommended to carry out preventive measures. To do this, plant bushes are sprayed with preparations that contain copper.
Plant stems are attacked by aphids, Colorado beetles, wireworms and spider mites. To protect the plants, be sure to prepare the ground for planting. Old tops are removed, and also treated with insecticides or biological products that do not contain toxins.
To protect the plant from the appearance of a wireworm, the tubers are pickled before planting. Chemical agents such as Aktara, Corado, Regent, Commander, Prestige, Lightning, Taboo and Apache help to remove the Colorado potato beetle.
Conclusion
The Giant potato appeared quite recently, but has already become popular. It is planted by many gardeners for personal use, and this variety is recommended to many. Plants are also grown in production fields or private farms. The potato has an excellent presentation and is good for sale. It tolerates transportation and long-term storage well.
The giant is resistant to many diseases and is practically not whimsical to care for. The fruits have excellent taste and are suitable for preparing various dishes.