Late ripe cabbage hybrid Ancoma f1 for long-term storage

Ancoma F1 cabbage hybrid combines ease of maintenance, good yield and excellent taste of heads. It is grown both on an industrial scale and in ordinary vegetable gardens. To get a rich harvest, it is important to follow some of the rules for growing a crop, which are described in the article.

Description of Ankoma cabbage hybrid

Ancoma is a mid-late hybrid of white cabbage... Was withdrawnDutch specialists by Rijk Zwaan. Recommended for outdoor cultivation. Thanks to its many advantages and the ability to adapt to different weather conditions, the hybrid quickly spread around the world.

Chemical composition and useful properties

Cabbage - recognized dietary product: 100 g contains only 27 kcal. The vegetable contains a lot of fiber, which regulates the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract. Folic acid is involved in the synthesis of hemoglobin, phytosterols reduce the amount of cholesterol. Ascorbic acid - a powerful antioxidant - participates in the modulation of immunity, the formation of collagen, serotonin. Vitamins U and PP heal gastric mucosa in case of small ulcers.

Cabbage is a source of vitamin K, which is responsible for blood coagulation. Vitamins B4 and B9 help to normalize the metabolism of fats and carbohydrates, and beta-carotene maintains visual acuity.

There are many minerals in cabbage, especially potassium, silicon, manganese, boron, cobalt, chromium.

Application features

Ankoma cabbage is recommended for fresh consumption and long-term storage in a well-ventilated cool area without bright lighting. Delicious heads of cabbage are stewed and used in the preparation of various dishes: pies, soups, preserves.

Ripening period

The hybrid heads reach technical ripeness after 120 days. from the moment of emergence.

Yield

Each forks develops up to 3 kg... The yield of the hybrid is 418-610 kg / ha. The maximum value (714 c / ha) was recorded in the Smolensk region. Crop productivity is influenced by the number of sunny days during the growing season and soil fertility.

Resistance to disease and cold

Ancoma has strong immunity both the aerial part and the root system. Resistant to many fungal diseases, including fusarium wilting.

The hybrid is not afraid of a short-term temperature drop to + 5 ... + 7 ° Cbut long cold weather negatively affect the taste of the vegetable.

Characteristics of Ankoma cabbage

The hybrid has dense obovate heads of cabbage... The leaves are thin, gray-green, of medium size, with a slight wave along the edge, rounded and slightly waxed. The leaf rosette is raised or vertical. The outer stump is long, the inner one is medium in size. The average weight of heads of cabbage is 2-3 kg; specimens of 4 kg are found.

At Ankoma crispy, dense texture, sweet taste... Tasting score - 4.4 points.

Which regions is best suited for

Ankoma is grown in many regions of our country.... The most common:

• Central;
• Middle Volga;
• West Siberian;
• North Caucasian;
• Northwestern.

For this hybrid undesirable frost during the period planting seedlings (in May, the air temperature should be at least + 15 ... + 18 ° C, without sudden cold snaps at night) and drought. However, Anku is also grown in southern regions with dry summers. The yield in this case does not suffer with regular watering.

Advantages and disadvantages

Among the main advantages of Ancoma are:

• high and stable yield;
• good taste (sweetness, juiciness, no bitterness);
• frost resistance and adaptation to adverse weather conditions;
• storage duration: the crop lies until the beginning of spring without loss of taste;
• transportability of heads of cabbage;
• immunity to fungal diseases;
• unpretentious care.

Explicit no shortcomings were identified during the variety testing.

Differences from other varieties and hybrids

This variety of cabbage it is recommended to grow seedling method... Her harvest ripens at the same time, the heads of cabbage are the same in shape and weight.

Features of planting and growing

For a rich harvest the selected area is prepared in autumn... It is dug up, weeds and large debris are removed, fertilized with compost.

Reference. For growing cabbage, choose a well-lit area without shading. If Ankoma lacks light, it grows large leaves, which is why the heads of cabbage become loose, without proper juiciness.

Seed preparation

To strengthen future plants, the seeds are hardened... To do this, they are immersed in hot water (+ 50 ° C) for half an hour, then lowered for 2-3 minutes in cold water. Then soaked in a growth stimulant solution.

Seed germination of hybrids is assessed as high (from 80%), but they are hardened not only to increase this indicator. The procedure improves the vitality of future seedlings.

Seedling preparation

Selected seeds are planted in separate small containers 8-10 cm highfilled with loose nutrient soil. The ideal composition is a mixture of peat with a small addition of sand (2: 1). The use of purchased universal soil is allowed.

The seeds are buried by 2-3 mm, slightly sprinkled with earth, then watered and covered with foil, once a day allowing the seedlings to "breathe". After the appearance of 1-2 small leaves, the film is removed for good.

How to make a seedless plant

In the southern regions in May, prepared seeds are sown directly into open ground... A distance of 70–80 cm is maintained between them. At the initial stage of growth, the cabbage is covered with foil. After the appearance of the first shoots, the shelter is removed. They take care of the plants as usual.

Ground requirements

Loamy soil with good nutrient composition is chosen for Ankoma. and neutral or close to neutral acidity (pH 6.2-7.5).

Predecessors

For a good harvest, it is recommended land Ancoma after legumes, nightshade and pumpkin crops. After other types of cabbage, radish and radish, the hybrid cannot be planted.

Timing, scheme and landing rules

Seedlings are prepared in early - mid-March, they are moved to open ground at the end of May - early June.

Advice! If there is groundwater on the site close to the surface, the beds are made at least 20 cm high.

The seedlings are placed in the prepared pits and sprinkled with earth, slightly compacted, and then immediately watered. Between neighboring bushes they stand at least 70 cm so that the grown plants do not interfere with each other's development. It is recommended to deepen the seedlings to the first leaf. Re-irrigation is carried out the next day. For better adaptation, the plants are slightly shaded with polyethylene for 2-3 days.

Growing features

Young shoots require careful maintenance... They are protected from various manifestations of bad weather, for example, heavy rainfall or hail. For this, the cabbage is covered with a film, and when the precipitation is over, it is removed.

In the first 2-3 days after planting, the plants are watered with a weak solution of potassium permanganate, the soil is sprinkled with wood ash for disinfection.

For a rich and tasty harvest carry out basic agrotechnical techniques for plant care: they are regularly watered, loosened and hilled, fed, treated from pests.

Watering mode

With a lack of moisture, the taste of cabbage significantly deteriorates, and the leaves become hard... Therefore, regular watering is a prerequisite for a good harvest. It is held 3 times a week, morning and evening. Before the formation of heads of cabbage, at least 1 liter of water is poured under each bush, after which the amount is gradually reduced.

Watering completely stops completely a month before harvest.

Loosening and hilling

The soil around the cabbage is loosened between each wateringso that the root system receives enough oxygen. Before that, garbage is removed from the site and the plants are examined, removing diseased or dried leaves.

The first hilling is carried out after the formation of several large sheets... This stimulates the development of new lateral roots. The second - after the appearance of the ovary, to strengthen the leg. Additionally, hilling of Ancoma is carried out during prolonged rains to avoid stagnation of moisture, and if the stump is bare.

Top dressing

Fertilize cabbage several times per season... For the first time, a weak aqueous solution of iodine tincture is introduced under young seedlings (3-5 drops per 1 liter of water). Once a month, use an infusion of mullein diluted with water (1:10).

Of the mineral fertilizers, ammonium nitrate (20 g per 10 l of water) or urea (30 g per 10 l) are used.

Measures to increase the yield

Most high yields are obtained from seedlings grown in solar greenhouseswhere it is very warm during the day and cool in the evening and at night. This hardens the sprouts, makes them healthy and strong.

Quality heads of cabbage obtained by following the planting scheme (70 cm between plants). Ancoma does not grow and forms correctly, preserving the taste.

Disease and pest control

Although Ancoma has strong immunity, you cannot risk it. It is important to prevent diseases and pests... Young seedlings are treated with fungicides, for example, "Fitosporin". If necessary, repeat the procedure in 1–1.5 months.

Advice! To scare off pests, experienced gardeners planted plants with a pungent smell next to cabbage: spices, onions, garlic.

If the irrigation regime is violated, the crop suffers from black leg, downy mildew or rot... With a black leg, the affected plants are removed from the soil. The soil is disinfected with a solution of potassium permanganate (1.5 g per 10 l of water). In the future, cabbage is regularly hilled, wood ash or river sand is introduced at the root. With peronosporosis and rot, cabbage is treated with fungicides.

Of the pests for Ancoma, the cabbage fly is the most dangerous... A solution of ammonia (5 ml per 10 l), which is used to treat each plant, will help to get rid of it.

Possible growing difficulties

When over-watered, Ancoma suffers from blackleg, downy mildew, or rot. therefore it is important to observe the regularity and intensity of irrigationwithout flooding the plants and avoiding stagnant moisture.

If shortly before harvest, when fungicide treatment is prohibited, cabbage was attacked by pests, use fermented milk products solution. For this, 1–1.5 liters of kefir is diluted in 10 liters of water, the resulting mixture is sprayed on the plants, paying special attention to the leaf outlet.

Harvesting and storage

Harvested in dry September weather, 120-130 days after germinationwhen the heads of cabbage grow to their maximum size.

Storage features and keeping quality of the hybrid

The density of the heads allows them to be stored until the end of winter.... To do this, the crop is placed in a dry, ventilated room. The temperature at the storage place should not fall below + 5 ... + 7 ° C.

Advice and feedback from experienced gardeners

The hybrid is highly valued by gardeners due to its excellent taste and cultivation characteristics.

Tatiana Malova, Saratov: “I planted Ankom for the first time last year. Seedling germination is good, 9 out of 10 have taken root. The crop ripens evenly, forks of the same size, 2–2.5 kg each. I was surprised by the keeping quality of the hybrid: the cabbage lasted until the end of winter without problems ".

Sergey Maslov, Krasnodar: “I grow anku for sale. I don't bother with seedlings, I sow seeds right away. Cabbage grows quickly, we harvest the crop in one fell swoop. Dense heads of cabbage tolerate transportation well, and their sweetness and juiciness are noted by all buyers ".

Conclusion

Ancoma f1 is an unpretentious hybrid of white cabbage, suitable for growing in many regions of Russia. Among its features are ease of care, high yield, excellent taste of heads. The culture has a strong immunity to fungal diseases and pests, but with waterlogging there is a risk of being damaged by rot, peronosporosis or black leg.