Description of the Manifesto potato variety, its characteristics and yield
One of the most popular Belarusian potato varieties is the Potato Manifesto. It is appreciated for its stable yield and resistance to a variety of diseases. He is loved not only in Belarus, he is also widely known in other countries. Prefers light, breathable soils and regular watering.
Description of the variety
The erect bushes of the Manifesto grow up to 55 cm in height. The leaves have a rich green color with a shiny surface. There are small notches at the ends. One potato tuber in weight reaches from 110 to 150 g. The starch content is 13-16%.
The vegetable variety is classified as a medium-early ripening crop. Has a high keeping quality - 95%. Potato variety characterized by rich productivity. If all conditions are created, the potatoes will be stored for 6 months.
The immune system of the potato vegetable has good protective properties. Therefore, the variety is not afraid of any damage. Potatoes can be transported over long distances. Due to this property, it is often chosen by farmers for sale.
The tubers are oval-oblong. The pulp is juicy and resembles amber in shade. Root crops are covered with a thin pinkish skin. The hostesses note the excellent dining and taste qualities of the variety.
The variety has earned numerous reviews, which can often be heard from people who have tasted it cooked. The tubers have a rich characteristic potato flavor. It is able to persist for several hours. When boiling, the potatoes remain whole and not boiled.
Preparatory measures for planting in the soil
Before placing roots in the soil, they must undergo special training. This is the key to healthy plants and high yields. The preparation procedure is as follows:
- 1.5-2 months before planting, tubers must be thoroughly examined. Gardeners select healthy potatoes that do not contain signs of disease and other mechanical damage. The presentation of the vegetable is taken into account. For planting, tubers are selected that do not exceed 6 cm in diameter.
- After that, they are distributed among the boxes in 3 or 4 rows.
- The containers with vegetables are placed in a bright and warm place so that the potatoes can sprout.
- Tubers are sprayed with copper sulfate to protect them from fungal diseases.
There is always a risk of developing rhizoctonia in the culture. To minimize the possibility of contamination of vegetables with disease, it is treated with boric acid. Small activities are easy to complete. An amateur gardener can handle this.
Landing in the soil
Potato variety Manifesto is planted in open ground after the soil temperature reaches 8 ° C. A person should measure the temperature of the soil at depth, as the topsoil heats up faster. If you plant the tubers in cold soil, this will provoke the development of rhizoctonia in potatoes. It is also not worth the time with the landing. If the delay exceeds at least one week, the amount of the crop will decrease by 8-10%.
When the planting material is ready for planting, holes are made in the soil. They should all have the same depth. Following this simple rule will allow a person to get uniform potato shoots. The soil with which the tubers are thrown should be loose. It is also necessary to maintain equal distances between the holes, it is good when the bushes do not need additional space.
Care during the development of culture
The manifesto, unlike other potato varieties, does not require much maintenance. The procedure is the same for all regions with different climatic conditions. The characteristic of care is as follows:
- cultivation at a deep level, hilling at a height of bushes from 13 to 18 cm;
- two weeks after hilling, the procedure is repeated;
- weeding from weeds and the introduction of herbicides, if necessary;
- if fertilizers were not applied before planting, this is done after weeding;
- watering taking into account weather conditions.
If the tops are closed, cultivating the soil to remove weeds is prohibited. Do not get too carried away with the introduction of herbicides. To destroy harmful microorganisms, it is enough to process the soil no more than 1 time in 3 years.
Potatoes are a vegetable crop that has the ability to remove a large amount of nutrients from the soil. This requires a person to constantly add mineral and organic components. To improve plant nutrition, manure is used. At the same time, one important condition is observed - it must be rotten so as not to "burn" the tubers.
The substances contained in the manure increase the looseness of the soil and help to improve its structure. If it is not possible to obtain it, similar fertilizers are chosen. This could be bird droppings. Before using it, it must first be diluted with water.
Separately about watering
Each crop has its own characteristics, which are taken into account when watering. The procedure is carried out as needed. When calculating the volume of irrigation measures, take into account the composition of the soil, temperature and the amount of precipitation. The culture favors infrequent watering, but they must be abundant. Especially this issue is given more attention during the flowering of the plant.
Harvesting
An important part of growing the Manifesto is the correct timing of the harvest. It is possible to determine that the vegetable is ready to dig up by its appearance. Most of the leaves on the crop dries up and this suggests that the fruits can be dug up. First, the mowing of the tops is observed, which continues for 2 weeks. During this period, a dense skin forms on the potato.
Delaying harvesting is not recommended. The more ripe potatoes are underground, the more this affects its structure and taste. High temperatures in the summer heat up the ground a lot, making the potatoes sluggish. In this form, the crop cannot be stored for a long time. It will germinate long before planting in the ground.
You don't have to use a shovel to get the roots out of the soil. It is enough to use a pitchfork for this.
The harvested tubers can be packaged immediately, without waiting for the time of a new planting in the ground. To do this, choose medium-sized vegetables. It is better to give special preference to plants that stood out during the growth period against the background of other crops.There is a chance that they will contribute to getting a good harvest next year.
Storage
Description of the potato variety The Manifesto contains information on keeping quality. Store vegetables in cool rooms. During this time, the yield is reduced by only 3-5%, which is explained by the good resistance to mechanical damage. Thanks to this property, roots can be transported over long distances.
Ripe potatoes have an attractive presentation. They stand out from other varieties and are popular with people as a food preparation. Proper care and adherence to planting and harvesting dates will allow you to get a rich harvest of tasty fruits. Caring for a vegetable will not take too much of a person's time, and it will be worth it.
