Early ripe cabbage hybrid Parel f1

White cabbage is one of the favorite vegetable crops. Most summer cottages are not complete without growing it. Cabbage hybrids are attracting even more attention due to their increased agronomic and gustatory properties. Parel F1, developed in the early 1990s of the XX century, is no exception. Let's consider its characteristic features and characteristics.

Description of cabbage hybrid Parel F1

Parel F1 is an early maturing cabbage hybrid.

Origin and development

The Parel F1 hybrid was bred by the breeders of the Dutch company Bejo Zaden B. V. by crossing several productive varieties. The result is an early ripening vegetable with excellent taste and appearance.

It was entered into the State Register in 1993 with admission to cultivation on the territory of the Russian Federation. It has gained great popularity and has established itself as a high-yielding hybrid for cultivation in private gardens and for use on an industrial scale.

Chemical composition, trace elements and vitamins, useful properties

The leaves of this cabbage contain a large amount of vitamins and minerals (per 100 g of product):

• C - 50-60 mg;
• PP - 0.55 mg;
• B1 - 0.05 mg;
• H - 0.07 mg;
• B6 - 0.08 mg;
• potassium - 180 mg;
• calcium - 47 mg;
• phosphorus - 25 mg;
• magnesium - 16 mg;
• sodium - 15 mg;
• iron - 1.5 mg;
• mono- and disaccharides - 4.2 g;
• fiber - 0.4 g;
• amino acids - 0.06 g;
• carotenoids - 0.02 g.

Due to its rich composition, Parel F1 cabbage has a number of useful properties:

• stimulates the kidneys and adrenal glands;
• normalizes metabolism in the body;
• helps to remove toxins;
• reduces the level of bad cholesterol in the blood;
• promotes weight loss.

Application features

Cabbage Parel F1 has a fresh sweetish taste and light cabbage aroma. Best for preparing green vegetable salads and stews. It is often used in children's and dietary nutrition... When cooked, the leaves quickly reach readiness and are easily crushed into puree. This variety of cabbage is not intended for salting, fermentation and long-term storage.

Ripening period

The period of full maturation of cabbage heads is 55-60 days from the moment the seedlings are planted in the ground and before harvesting. In such a short time, strong medium-sized forks have time to form.

Yield

Cabbage hybrid Parel F1 is considered a high-yielding plant. Depending on the growing conditions, the yield is 4-6 kg per 1 m² with an average weight of one head of about 0.8-2 kg.

Important! The quantity and quality of the crop is not affected by the degree of thickening of the planting.

Disease resistance

Hybrids have good immunity to various diseases (root rot, various types of bacteriosis) and pests (wavy flea beetles, butterfly caterpillars, aphids). But at different stages of growth and development, the vegetable crop is more vulnerable to them.

Cold resistance

Parel F1 cabbage is resistant to adverse weather conditions and has a stable harvest. Spring frosts do not harm young plants - they are able to withstand temperatures of + 2 ... + 5 ° C. Only with prolonged cold snaps do they need protection with a covering material in open ground. The most suitable temperature regime for the growth of a hybrid is + 12 ... + 18 ° C.

Characteristics, description of the appearance of leaves and head of cabbage, taste

Parel F1 forms round compact heads of cabbage with a dense internal structure. Their weight varies from 800 g to 1.5 kg. The leaves have loosely closed edges and a pale green color, which changes to milky white when cut. They are positioned horizontally and vertically. The surface of the leaves is covered with a thin layer of waxy coating, which quickly melts when touched. The heads of cabbage are dense, with a short stalk, which significantly reduces waste during cooking. Delicate, juicy and crunchy leaves have a fresh, sweet taste and light aroma.

Growing regions and climate requirements

This vegetable crop is recommended for cultivation in the Central, Volgo-Vyatka, Central Black Earth, North Caucasus regions, Eastern and Western Siberia, the Urals and the Far East.

Advantages and disadvantages of Parel F1 cabbage hybrid

The main advantages of Parel F1 include:

• fast ripening period of the crop;
• attractive external characteristics;
• preservation of presentation during transportation;
• high productivity;
• simultaneous maturation of heads of cabbage;
• leveled fruit with good firmness and small stump;
• high immunity to diseases and pests;
• good seed germination;
• resistance to adverse weather and short-term frosts;
• lack of cracking while observing the rules of care.

Among the disadvantages it is worth noting:

• unsuitable for pickling, pickling and canning;
• small size of heads of cabbage compared to other varieties;
• short shelf life;
• the need to purchase seeds every season.

Features of planting and growing

Cultivation of Parel F1 white cabbage is possible in open or closed ground. To get a good harvest, it is recommended to adhere to the basic rules and characteristics of the cultivation of this hybrid. In this case, you can use both seedling and non-seedling methods.

Preparing for landing

The seedling method of growing involves the preparation of seed and seedlings.

Seed preparation

At the end of March, cabbage seeds are pre-disinfected by soaking in a weak solution of potassium permanganate, and sown in prepared containers with disinfected and moistened soil, and then placed in greenhouses or greenhouses. Until the moment of germination, they are watered with settled water in a moderate mode.

Important! Parel F1 cabbage seeds are not harvested, since they are not capable of reproducing varietal characteristics in hybrids.

Seedling preparation

At this stage, preparatory procedures are performed:

1. Cover the seedling box with foil or glass before the first shoots appear.
2. Picking of young plants as they grow, the first of which is carried out already on the 10-15th day.
3. Regular watering no more than 1-2 times a week with settled water.
4. Top dressing with nitrogen-containing fertilizers (or wood ash) - 1-2 times during the growing season.
5. Hardening of seedlings by airing the greenhouse in the daytime.
6. Providing a sufficient level of illumination.
7. The introduction of potassium-phosphorus fertilizers to activate the growth of the root system a few days before planting seedlings in the ground.

When cultivated through seedlings, cabbage is ready for planting in open ground after 3-4 weeks when 3-5 full leaves are formed. This usually occurs in early May. In regions with a cold climate, the indicated dates are shifted by 7-14 days.

How to make a seedless plant

The seedless method of growing hybrid cabbage is characterized by a later harvest, but the plants are less sick without transplanting and have more developed roots. A place for sowing a culture is chosen and prepared in the fall. A sunny area is best suited, where soil is dug up, fertilizers are applied and beds are formed. From above, they are insulated with a flooring of a layer of mulch and dark agrofilm. With the arrival of spring heat, the cover is removed and seeds are sown according to the scheme of 4-5 bushes per 1 m² of soil. Grown plants are regularly fed with nitrogen, potash and phosphorus fertilizers.

Reference. The vegetable gardens determine the timing of sowing seeds in open ground on their own, taking into account the local climate. Prerequisite: the air temperature must not fall below + 8 ° C.

Ground requirements

Loamy fertile soils are considered the best option for soil mixture for cabbage culture. The optimum acidity is pH 6.5-7.5. For seedlings, the soil mixture is purchased in stores or prepared independently from equal parts of turf, compost, humus and sand. Ash (200 g per bucket) is added to the substrate, mixed thoroughly and spilled abundantly with potassium permanganate.

Predecessors

Suitable precursor plants for Parel F1 cabbage are potatoes, pumpkin seeds, perennial grasses, legumes. It is not recommended to choose last year's plots and places where tomatoes, beets, turnips and radishes grew.

Timing, scheme and landing rules

Parel F1 cabbage must be planted in due time. For the seedling method, this is sowing seeds in March - early April and planting plants in open ground in May. Young bushes are placed at a distance of 50 cm from each other, keeping a distance between the rows of about 30 cm. The time of the seedless planting of this culture is mid-April. Seeds are sown in separate holes - 4-5 seeds per 1 m².

Planting density and depth

For cabbage seeds, the seeding density is about 3 cm from each other at a depth of 1 cm.Seedlings are planted to a depth not exceeding the growth point, adhering to the scheme 50x30 cm.

Growing features

Caring for cabbage seedlings requires timely and careful attention to the observance of all necessary measures. They are common to all crop varieties. Among the features of the hybrid can be noted the tendency to overripe fruits.

Despite the fact that hybrid cabbage belongs to unpretentious plants, the plants should be provided with timely watering, removal of weeds and loosening of the soil, feeding and treatment from diseases and pests.

Watering mode

Cabbage prefers well-moisturized soil, so don't let it dry out. In regions with long periods of drought, seedlings are irrigated with settled water at least 2-3 times a week in the evening. In climates with moderate humidity, it is sufficient to water the bushes once a week or as needed.

Loosening and hilling

Frequent loosening of the soil is not required. It must be done no more than once every 14 days, acting carefully so as not to damage the leaf outlet. When the bushes grow, and the formation of heads of cabbage begins, it is better to remove the weeds by hand. Hilling is vital for cabbage, since the stem covered with soil becomes stronger and less susceptible to diseases. The first procedure is performed 3 weeks after planting.

Top dressing

Nitrogen fertilizers are applied in moderation, trying not to interrupt the phase of setting heads. It is enough to carry out 1-2 such dressings per season.

Important! If the leaves of the plant become dull and lose color, it is recommended to carry out additional feeding of the plants with nitrogen.

During the formation of the ovary, potassium-phosphorus fertilizers are used. For this, a solution of potassium nitrate or wood ash is used.

Measures to increase the yield

To increase the yield of cabbage, use:

• timely removal of weeds;
• additional feeding of plants with nitrogen-phosphorus fertilizers;
• timely release of leaves from insects and traces of their vital activity;
• prevention of fungal and bacterial diseases;
• increasing the frequency of regular watering during heading.

Disease and pest control

Parel F1 cabbage is highly resistant to various diseases and pests. But with untimely care, there is a risk of damage to the plant:

• root rot - softening or rotting of the stem occurs;
• keel - growths or swellings appear on the sheet plates;
• peronosporosis - spots and strong bloom on the leaves;
• Fusarium - characterized by yellowing of foliage and root damage;
• vascular bacteriosis - spotting occurs on the surface of the leaves;
• mucous bacteriosis - brown oily spots and putrid odor are formed.

To destroy the infection, the plantings are treated with fungicidal preparations. In case of root rot disease, watering must be temporarily stopped. If the plant is in a greenhouse, increase ventilation and reduce humidity.

Sometimes the cabbage hybrid is also affected by harmful insects:

• cruciferous fleas, leaf beetles and cabbage flies attack plants during the seedling period;
• cabbage whitewash is activated during fruit setting;
• aphids attack ripe heads of cabbage.

When the first pests are found, folk remedies can be used - tobacco or ash solutions. They are also used as a preventive measure. If these methods do not help, you should switch to biological insecticidal drugs. In particularly difficult cases, powerful chemicals are used.

Attention! Chemical insecticides are allowed to be applied at least 1.5 months before harvesting.

Growing difficulties

Cultivation of a hybrid is not particularly difficult. The culture is easy to sow and care for. Compliance with the regimes of watering and dressing will allow you to get juicy, tasty heads of cabbage.

Harvesting and storage

Parel F1 cabbages reach full maturity in the first half or mid-July. Overripe should not be allowed, otherwise they will begin to crack.

How and when to collect

In July, ripe cabbage heads are harvested by carefully cutting off the stalk with a sharp tool at the very base. They can still be kept in the garden for 1-2 weeks, making sure that they do not lose their external qualities - the forks should be shiny and dense.

Reference. Depending on the time and method of planting cabbage, harvesting is possible until autumn.

Storage features and keeping quality of the Parel F1 hybrid

The hybrid is not intended for long-term storage and has a low keeping quality. After cutting, the vegetables are ventilated on an open deck and removed to the designated place. Cabbage is consumed within 3-5 weeks after harvest.

Reviews of summer residents

Reviews of Parel F1 cabbage are contradictory. Experienced gardeners note high taste, immunity, productivity, but a tendency to cracking and a short shelf life.

Love, Izhevsk: “Several years ago I read the reviews and purchased the Parel F1 seeds in the original packaging of the Dutch production, since then I recognize only him of all the early varieties of cabbage. The first sowing of seeds is carried out in the greenhouse immediately into the ground. Seedlings grow strong, and the harvest is early - in the second half of June. The second time I sow seeds in open ground in May - this is how cabbage pleases until autumn. Heads of cabbage up to 2.5 kg grow on the site. They are all even, dense, and the stump is very small. The only drawback is that it often cracks when ripe. It is stored for a very short time - no more than 2 months.Incredibly delicious fresh. "

Nikolay, Moscow: "Long dreamed of a summer cottage. And I recently acquired a small garden area. I immediately built a greenhouse. In the store I saw the seeds of Parel F1 cabbage and decided to try to grow it. The harvest exceeded all expectations - the cabbage is juicy, sweet, tasty and healthy. I did not process the plants with anything and did not observe any diseases. "

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Conclusion

Hybrid Parel F1 - early maturing and unpretentious cabbage. It is distinguished by fast ripening, good germination of seeds, adaptability of young seedlings to unfavorable conditions and excellent taste of ripe heads. Growing does not require special knowledge and skills. It is only necessary to follow the general rules for preparing for planting and caring for plants, and then a tasty and healthy harvest will delight summer residents and agronomists.