One of the most popular varieties among farmers is Pablo beetroot
In ancient Persia, beets were considered a symbol of strife and quarrels, and the Mediterranean countries took the vegetable as a cure for many diseases. Today, beets are a tasty, healthy and unpretentious vegetable that is cultivated by most gardeners.
In the article, we will consider one of the beetroot varieties called Pablo. Why summer residents love this vegetable so much and how to get a good harvest, we will find out further.
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Description of the variety
The variety belongs to medium late, the first harvest is obtained after 2.5-3 months... Pablo f1 is a hybrid, therefore it has excellent immunity to adverse weather. The variety is not picky about the soil and does not need special care. It shows itself perfectly in central Russia and in the northern regions.
Origin and development
The Pablo variety is the result of the labors of Dutch agronomists, namely the company Bejo Zaden. The company was founded back in 1899 and is distinguished by high quality seeds. Today Bejo Zaden is one of the leaders in vegetable selection. Pablo's beetroot variety is no exception.
Distinctive features
Bushes are small, oval foliage is light green in color... Purple streaks are visible on the surface, wavy leaves along the edges. The hybrid is resistant to arrowing, that is, additional shoots in the form of arrows do not appear on the stems. This fact greatly facilitates the care of the plant.
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Fruit characteristics and yield
The vegetables themselves are neat, have an excellent presentation... The diameter of one is about 15 cm, the maximum weight is 180 g. The shape is round and even. The skin is dense, but smooth, with a thin tail. The color is attractive, deep burgundy red. Beets are stored for a long time, do not rot and do not crack. From 1 sq. m harvest about 5-8 kg of vegetables.
Interesting! The first mentions of beets in our country date back to the 10th century. It was at this time that the vegetable was brought from Byzantium. However, the product began to be actively used only after several centuries.
How to grow
It is quite easy to grow a good harvest of beets, especially if you follow the well-known agricultural rules... Consider further, in what ways the vegetable is planted in the garden and what growing secrets are used.
Planting with seeds
First, prepare a land plot... Beets grow well after potatoes, cabbage, or cucumbers. Loose and airy beds would be a great place. Dig up the ground and apply fertilizer to it. Organic matter protects the plant from diseases, and mineral complexes affect the quality of the future harvest. Also, gardeners are advised to add dolomite flour to the soil at the rate of 200 g per 1 sq. m. It reduces the acidity of the soil, which is beneficial for the plant.
Start preparing your seeds... If you purchased seeds in advance, then store them only in a dry place at a temperature of 15 to 25 degrees and with an air humidity of no more than 60%. Test the seeds for germination by placing them in saline for a couple of minutes. Those seeds that have not drowned are unsuitable for planting.
Then treat the seeds with the "Maxim PLUS"... The product protects beets from diseases, stimulates the development of the root system, and improves germination.
The Pablo variety is planted in early or mid-April... The distance between the beds should be at least 30 cm, and between the bushes at least 7-10 cm. The seeds are placed in pre-prepared pits about 5 cm deep. After that, a layer of humus or straw is placed on the beds. The first shoots appear after two weeks from the moment of planting.
Planting seedlings
For the seedling method, the seeds are germinated... To do this, place the disinfected material on damp warm gauze or cotton wool. The optimum temperature for germination is 20 degrees. Within a few days, the seeds will begin to develop and give the first shoots.
Next, prepare the soil for seedlings... An excellent option would be the ready-made Krepysh soil, which is distinguished by its nutritional composition and availability. The soil contains peat, which is necessary for the full development of the vegetable. The soil is loose, without lumps and larvae.
In addition to earth, you will need a container... Anything can be used: boxes, boxes, pots, containers. The main thing is that the container is dry and clean. Soil is poured into the container and grooves are made 1 cm deep. Germinated seeds are placed in them and sprinkled with earth on top, after which they are watered with warm water from a spray bottle. To create a greenhouse effect, the seedlings are covered with foil or glass.
Important! The air temperature for seedlings should be 12-17 degrees. If the air is too warm, the seedlings are pulled out. Also, watch out for the amount of moisture, its excess will lead to rotting and disease. Fertilize the seedlings with ash or Fertika once every two weeks. The preparations supply the young sprouts with the necessary vitamins for further development.
Care
The Pablo variety loves water. The peculiarity of watering is that moisture should fall not only under the roots, but also on the tops... For 1 sq. m takes about 10-15 liters of water. If the summer is dry and hot, then the amount of watering is increased. Also loosen the beds regularly to avoid crusting and remove weeds. To do this, use spraying with sodium nitrate, which protects the crop from weeds.
Throughout the entire ripening period, Pablo needs feeding and fertilization.... Potash salt is recognized as an excellent remedy, which is used together with ammonium nitrate. For 1 sq. m leaves about 20 g of the composition. Beets are fed mainly in the early morning before watering. Also use potassium permanganate, which replenishes manganese and potassium deficiencies. To make top dressing, you will need 5 liters of warm water and 0.5 teaspoon of the drug. Beets are watered with this composition 5 times per season.
Important! If the leaves turn red, the plant is lacking sodium. Simple salt is suitable to fix the problem. To prepare the solution, you need 10 liters of water and 10 tablespoons of salt. For 1 sq. m leaves 0.5 liters of solution.
Features of cultivation and possible difficulties
Often, beets are sown too thickly for fear of low seed germination... In this case, the bushes take vitamins and minerals from each other, and the roots do not have enough space for development. To prevent this situation, gardeners thin out the beds. If this is not done, they will be small and misshapen.
The first thinning is performed when the first two leaves appear on the bush... Leave 2-3 cm between the plants in the garden. The beets are thinned again after the formation of 5 leaves, leaving about 6 cm. The extreme thinning is carried out in the first half of August, leaving 8 cm between the bushes. It is better to carry out the procedure after watering or rain.
For good development, the Pablo variety requires ash root dressings... They are especially effective in early August, when the active development of the fetus begins. In addition to ash, beets respond well to Agricola, which is introduced in July and August. The mixture ensures the preservation of roots and improves the taste of beets.
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Diseases and pests
Although the hybrid is highly immune, sometimes the plant gets sick with cercospora.... The disease mainly affects the leaves, and only occasionally the stems. The first signs appear in early June, brown-red spots form on the leaves. Over time, the spots grow, a gray bloom appears.
Causes of cercosporosis - weeds and old plants, on which the causative agents of the disease - the spores of the fungus - persist. If you do not take action in time, vegetables begin to rot and lose their elasticity. As a preventive measure, gardeners are advised to use only high-quality seeds, observe care, and apply fertilizers in a timely manner. If the disease has already appeared, treat the bushes with the effective drug "Epin".
From insects, insects with the interesting name beet weevil attack the beds... These are black small bugs that appear from the very beginning of planting beets in the garden. Weevils live in soil and weeds.
Insects eat weak roots and young shoots, as a result, not matured bushes wither. Fighting weevils involves constant care and preventive measures. Be sure to disinfect the soil before sowing, choose only clean and nutritious areas for the vegetable.
To prevent undesirable phenomena, experienced gardeners recommend liming the soil... This will improve the quality of the soil, compensate for the lack of nitrogen, phosphorus and calcium. Thanks to the lime fertilizer, the roots are strong and the stems are strong. Autumn or spring is recognized as the best period for liming. The procedure is carried out once every 5-6 years. It is liming that prevents the appearance of many diseases.
Harvesting and application of the crop
Beets are removed from the garden after the pronounced appearance of root crops on the soil surface... When in doubt as to how ready a vegetable is for harvesting, dig up one root vegetable and assess its ripeness. As a rule, they are harvested from September to October.
Dig up the beets from the beds so as not to damage the roots... Then shake the roots off the ground, spread them on the ground and dry them well in the sun. Next, place the harvested crop in a dry and shaded place. The Pablo variety keeps well, especially if you put the vegetables in boxes and cover them with a thick cloth.
A huge number of tasty and healthy dishes are prepared from the product.... Vinaigrette is great for diet nutrition, as is beet juice, which improves the functioning of the digestive system. Beetroot caviar is a delicious dietary dish, and the famous beetroot and prune salad can help you lose weight.
Interesting! Real borscht cannot be cooked without beets. Since ancient times, soup was cooked without potatoes, adding only cabbage and beets, and apple or cherry juice was added to add sourness. In the Jewish national cuisine, borscht is cooked only in chicken broth, and the beets are not fried, but boiled.
Plus, beets are an excellent natural antiseptic.besides, beet juice purifies the blood. Also, the product has a diuretic and antipyretic effect and anti-inflammatory properties. The vegetable improves the elasticity of the blood vessels.
Advantages and disadvantages of the variety
The Pablo variety has long won the love of many gardeners.... First of all, he is appreciated for its unpretentious care. With minimal costs, summer residents get the maximum return. Care only requires regular watering, weeding, fertilization and thinning. Otherwise, Pablo is easy to care for, so even a beginner can get an excellent result.
The vegetable yields both in the south and in the northern regions, which is especially appreciated by gardeners of the Urals and Siberia. Pablo is not picky about the composition of the soil, it tolerates heat, frost, fogs, high humidity well. Beets have excellent storage qualities, are used by housewives in cooking, and contain a supply of vitamins and minerals.
There are no significant flaws in the Pablo variety... Note, however, that beets are high in sugar. Because of this, beets are not recommended for diabetics or people with diseases of the gastrointestinal tract. Only moderate consumption of beets will benefit.
Farmers reviews
Many gardeners know about the Pablo variety... Some summer residents have already tried to plant a vegetable on their site, while others are just planning to plant it for the next season. What do Russian farmers say about Pablo?
Alexander, Saratov: “I plant only hybrids, they rarely get sick and show a stable yield. Pablo always gives beautiful and even vegetables, some of them are stored for six months. The taste is sweet, the flesh is dense, juicy ".
Marina, Oryol: “I tried to plant Pablo's beets with seedlings. After 10 days, the sprouts began to actively develop. Despite the cool summer, the harvest exceeded all expectations. Now I advise all gardeners to plant Pablo's beets ".
Ruslan, Tyumen: “In my opinion the Pablo variety has an average yield compared to other mid-late varieties. The taste is slightly bitter, although he watered and fertilized the beds according to all the rules ".
Conclusion
If you have not tried growing Pablo's beets in your garden yet, we advise you to think about it. After all, the vegetable has excellent characteristics and stable yield.
It is not in vain that for several centuries beets have been widely used not only in cooking, but in cosmetology and folk medicine. Regular consumption of the vegetable increases the elasticity of the skin, saturates the body with iron, phosphorus and calcium.