Characteristics of carrots Canada
Carrots Canada is a new Dutch hybrid. Shantane and Flakke became its progenitors. Root crops have many of the positive characteristics of their parents. The plant is unpretentious to care for, undemanding to the soil and grows in all regions.
Characteristics of carrots Canada
Characteristics of the variety
Carrots Canada F1 refers to medium-late ripening root crops. From the moment of germination to the beginning of the harvest, 130 days pass.
The main characteristics of the Canada carrot variety include:
- high yield - from 4.5 to 7.6 kg / m2;
- increased carotene content;
- keeping quality and high-quality preservation of taste for a long period;
- unpretentious care.
The best qualities also include the ability to grow crops in various types of soil, even in clay and heavy chernozems. The Canada F1 carrot variety grows rapidly and yields good yields even when sown late.
Bush description
According to the description, the bushes of this variety have a spreading crown with medium dissected leaves. The ground part of the plant has a rich green color.
The base does not rise much above the ground, due to which the root crop does not have a green, stiff part at the cutting. Plants that are at a considerable distance from each other will give a crop of proper quality, so the crops need to be thinned.
Description of fruits
- shape - conical with a pointed end, without humps and bends;
- maximum length - 23 cm;
- average diameter - 5 cm;
- average weight - 200 g;
- pulp - orange, juicy, sweet;
- the heart is short, orange, without a specific aftertaste.
Root crops are suitable for long distance transportation. Canada will retain the taste of carrots for 120 days after harvest. Root crops can be stored in vegetable pits, basements and cold storerooms for 6 months. After long-term storage, they do not lose their presentation.
Fruit use
- suitable for fresh consumption;
- used in the manufacture of canned food;
- to be dried;
- used for cooking first and second courses, casseroles and pancakes.
Growing
Growing a variety of carrots in Canada is no different from cultivating other varieties. According to the description of the variety, its advantages are the ability to produce crops in low light of the area, high soil moisture or low soil fertilization.
The result depends on proper care and cultivation.
Sowing preparation
Before sowing in the ground, the seeds are germinated for 7 days in a solution with a growth stimulator. Otherwise, the seeds break through the soil for more than 14 days, which delays the harvest time.
Sowing
Seeds are sown in all regions in the third decade of April. With prolonged rains, the sowing is transferred to the first half of May.
Sowing scheme:
- width 80 cm;
- the distance between the rows is at least 20 cm;
- the distance between the holes is at least 3 cm.
Thickened plantings have a detrimental effect on yields and also make care and pest control more difficult.
The place for cultivation is prepared in the fall. The beds are filled with a nutrient mixture and complex mineral fertilizers are applied. Therefore, no fertilizer should be added to the furrows when sowing. When laying the beds, do not use fresh manure, in order to avoid damage to the seeds in the future.
Immediately before planting the soil:
- loosen;
- treated with a solution of potassium permanganate;
- steamed under oilcloth for 5 days.
Sowing seeds that have undergone preliminary germination is difficult. They stick to your hands and fall together. Facilitate sowing by dressing them in a shell of potato starch. This will make the seeds friable, so the beds will not need to be thinned as soon as with normal sowing.
Seeds of carrot varieties Canada are embedded in the soil by 1 cm. After planting, the grooves should be watered with warm water, and the area should be covered with oilcloth or spandbond. A good result is also obtained by mulching with straw or cut green manure. This will keep moisture in and the sprouts will sprout faster.
The best places to grow are in areas where they used to grow:
- potatoes;
- tomatoes;
- bow.
They also increase yields by sowing vegetables in place of cucumbers, beets or bell peppers. After cabbage, radish or other cruciferous vegetables, the vegetable will not develop well.
Care
The main care for root crops is:
- thinning seedlings;
- timely removal of weeds;
- fertilization;
- watering during dry months;
- protection from pests.
The first weeding is done after the bush forms 6 healthy leaves. After thinning, the seedlings should be 6-8 cm apart. Over time, plantings are thinned out again, removing undersized or diseased plants.
Fertilization and watering
Carrot variety Canada F1 needs fertilizing with minerals, which include:
- potassium salts;
- phosphorus;
- magnesium.
It is not worth using preparations with iron, because this will cause stiffening of root crops ahead of schedule.
Root crops are not often watered. In dry periods, the beds are watered 5-7 times per season. The first irrigation is carried out immediately after germination, and the second - not earlier than 2 weeks after that. Watering is stopped about 30 days before harvest. Otherwise, the roots will rot during storage.
Diseases and pests
Carrots Canada F1 are resistant to typical diseases:
- flowering leaves,
- cercosporosis;
- altenariasis,
The variety is not immune to carrot flies. A bear can also harm root crops, which is especially dangerous for young vegetables. If pests are found, the crops are treated with insecticides or fungicides. The last spraying with poisons is carried out no later than 30 days before harvesting.
Prophylaxis
- spilling ash between rows;
- using solutions based on soap or hot pepper infused with water;
- the use of wormwood infusions to combat midges and carrot flies.
Carrot flies are well scared away by the aroma of onions. To avoid the appearance of a bear, crushed shells of chicken and other eggs, fish scales and other dense organic particles are buried in the aisles.
Conclusion
Growing Canada F1 carrots is easy. The yield of carrots in Canada is high, and the fruits are large and of high quality. Plants do not need frequent watering and, thanks to the work of breeders, are resistant to most typical diseases.
Root crops are used in any form. The high content of vitamins and carotene makes this root vegetable popular in the market.