Medium-early resistant potato variety "Satina", which does not require much effort when growing
The work on the creation of the Satina potato variety took several years. German breeders have spent a lot of effort to get a crop that can quickly adapt to different climates and soils. However, the result even exceeded the expectations of the originator. Tests have confirmed the declared characteristics of the crop, and its excellent taste has made the variety popular everywhere.
Today Satina is grown not only in the West, but also in Russia, Belarus and Ukraine. Potatoes are not picky to care for and show high yields in any region. It is grown not only for personal farming, but also on an industrial scale for sale.
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Description of the potato variety Satina
The Satina potato variety has characteristics such as high resistance to any climatic conditions and rich productivity... As a result, potatoes have become widespread in the CIS countries. Belongs to the table type.
The bush is powerful, the spreading is moderate, the foliage is rich green. During flowering, neat corollas are formed with flowers of a white-cream shade. The root system is well developed.
Ripening period is medium early, full maturity occurs in 65-80 days.
Culture has increased resistance to drought and many diseases of the nightshade family, such as scab, rhizoctonia, leaf-rolling virus and blue spot disease. With timely preventive measures, it shows resistance to late blight.
What is the difference from other varieties
The main difference between Satina and others is a high fruiting rate and resistance to prolonged drought. Also gardeners celebrate simple farming techniquesthat even a beginner can handle. Vegetables are resistant to mechanical damage, which makes them suitable for long-term transportation.
Chemical composition, trace elements and vitamins
Tubers contain dozens of vitamins and minerals: vitamin C (ascorbic acid), B vitamins, in particular B5 (nicotinic acid) and B9 (folic acid), potassium salts and phosphorus, citric and oxalic acids, and others.
Reference! When using 200-300 g of potatoes, you can replenish the body's daily need for vitamin C.
Characteristics of tubers
The average weight of tubers is 90-130 g, the shape is oval, slightly elongated, strong light yellow rind. The pulp is yellow, it may darken slightly during cooking. Taste at a high level, ripe vegetables are moderately sweet and a little starchy. The share of starch does not exceed 15%.
The use of fruits is universal, in all food industries... Ripe vegetables are in stable demand in the sales markets, they are purchased not only by retail consumers, but also by large enterprises for further processing in order to make chips and fast food products. Potatoes are in demand in the restaurant business and in the field of public catering.
Yield
Varietal characteristics of Satina complement fruiting indicators... From 1 hectare, up to 420 centners are harvested while ensuring proper care during the growing season.The culture is able to take root and bear fruit in soil with any composition and in any climatic zone.
The output of finished products is 85-90% of the obtained crop. A high percentage of keeping quality (95-97%) complements the list of advantages.
Reference. One seedling forms 8 to 12 potatoes. All tubers are aligned, of the same size, there are practically no small and curved tubers.
Growing regions
There are no restrictions on the composition of the soil and climatic conditions for Satina.... The culture will take root well in all farming zones. For this reason, the variety is in enviable demand among entrepreneurs. German potatoes have taken root in Russia, Belarus, Ukraine, and are widely known in the Republic of Moldova.
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Landing dates
Sowing is carried out depending on the climatic characteristics of the region... Usually this is the end of April - the first days of May, when the air temperature will settle at around + 16 ... + 18 ° С, and the soil warms up to + 9 ... + 11 ° С.
When waiting for return frosts, it is better to postpone planting. Also, do not rush to sow when there is a threat of heavy rains. For healthy seedlings seed material needs comfortable conditions.
Reference! Experienced gardeners are guided by birch leaves when planting potatoes. As soon as the first leaves become visible, sowing begins.
Advantages and disadvantages of Satina
Summarizing all variety advantages:
the possibility of breeding in all regions;- unpretentious care;
- drought resistance;
- high resistance;
- rich fruiting;
- excellent taste and presentation;
- long transportation;
- resistance to mechanical damage;
- storage duration;
- universal purpose of root crops.
Those gardeners who planted crops in their beds notice a slight darkening of the pulp during cooking... The variety has no other disadvantages.
Features of planting and growing
Satina grows and bears fruit in any climate and any soil... However, for all potato varieties, light and fertile soil is preferred. It is in such soil that seedlings will grow faster, get stronger and give a rich harvest. In heavy clay soil, the fruiting rate decreases to a minimum.
Presowing preparation
After winter storage, the tubers are carefully examined for browning and damage. For sowing, potatoes are selected the size of a chicken egg, weighing no more than 100 g... After careful examination, they are laid out in a bright room for germination. Only sprouted tubers are planted, with a sprout length of at least 2 cm.
Directly before planting, potatoes are treated with a growth stimulant, for example, "Epinom", "Bioglobin". Growth stimulants strengthen plant immunity and accelerate the germination process. Also, the seed is treated with "Fitosporin" for disinfection and protection against fungal infections.
Important! If there is insufficient light, the germinated shoots will be thin and fragile, which will make the seed vulnerable and reduce the number of shoots.
Landing scheme and technology
Landing scheme: 30-35 cm - the distance between the seedlings, 70 cm is left between the rows.
The first time the soil is dug up in the fall, bringing in humus and wood ash. These components saturate the soil, increasing its fertility. Dig it up for the second time two weeks before planting and apply the same fertilizers.
The seed is planted to a depth of 8-10 cm and sprinkled with wood ash on top.
Further care of potatoes
After landing in the care of plants, standard agricultural technology is used... To obtain a rich harvest, seedlings need moderate watering and systematic feeding.
Watering mode
To reduce the risk of fungal diseases, avoid high humidity in the beds - watering should be moderate and not frequent... It is best to install a drip irrigation system, in which water will proceed directly to the roots of the seedlings, without creating excess moisture in the beds.
The culture needs abundant watering during the budding period and at the time of fruit formation. The rest of the time, in normal weather, they are watered no more than once every two weeks.
Moistened soil after watering is loosened for aeration... Oxygen access to the roots has a positive effect on the growth and development of seedlings.
Weed removal - an important procedure in the care of potatoes. In weeds, pathogens and many insects that harm seedlings live and multiply.
Mulching the beds prevents the growth of weeds and reduces moisture evaporation, so the beds stay moist longer. Dry foliage, peat, straw and dry sawdust are used as mulch.
When the growth of seedlings is 15 cm carry out the first hilling. This will protect the roots from ground pests and direct sunlight. Spud at least three times per season.
Reference! The hilling procedure consists in raking the soil from the row spacing onto the plants.
Top dressing
The first time the culture is fed 2-3 weeks after germination. Ammonium nitrate or nitrogenous substances are suitable as fertilizers. They will accelerate the growth of seedlings.
The second time the seedlings are fertilized at the time of flowering. Organic matter is used, for example, bird droppings or mullein infusion at a concentration of 1:10. At higher dilutions, the solution can burn the root system.
The third feeding is carried out a week before fruiting. Contributes a full range of minerals, with a focus on potassium and phosphorus.
Disease and pest control
Phytophthora is a fungal disease that attacks plants with lightning speed... The disease is especially active in rainy and warm weather. Prevention against late blight begins immediately after planting. Seedlings are sprayed with "Fitosporin", thereby destroying fungal spores.
Also, preventive measures include:
- moderate watering;
- systematic feeding;
- loosening and hilling;
- weeding of beds;
- daily inspection of landings.
Diseased bushes in the beds do not leaveso that the infection from them does not spread to healthy seedlings. Affected plants are burned, and the remaining plantings are treated with "Fitosporin".
When damaged by a nematode, the storage period of potatoes is significantly reduced... Nematodes are parasitic worms that attack the root system. Deep digging of the soil destroys adults and larvae. Marigolds also have a negative effect on worms. These flowers are planted between potato seedlings, thereby protecting the future harvest.
Prestige is used against the Colorado potato beetle... Its larvae, living on the undersides of the leaves, are no less dangerous than adult insects. Therefore, when examining seedlings, it is important to turn the leaves over so as not to miss the pest. The plants are inspected every day as the beetles reproduce quickly and destroy the plantation.
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Harvesting and storage
A few days before harvest mow, and then burn the potato tops - you cannot leave it, pests and fungal spores remain in it.
The fruits are dug up with a pitchfork or a shovel, after which leave in the area to dry... In strong sun, provide a canopy to protect the potatoes from scalding.
After drying the tubers carefully examined and laid out in wooden boxes for further storage. The room where the boxes with potatoes are left must be cool and dry.
They are transported in the same boxes. They are transported to any distance in full preservation of the presentation.
Difficulties in growing
With proper soil distribution, soil fertility is preserved, which means that crop productivity increases. This is called crop rotation rules. Due to the correct alternation of plants the fertility of the land can be preserved even in a small area.
Potatoes planted on those beds where legumes, winter crops, carrots or cabbage previously grew... After legumes and winter crops, the soil is saturated with nitrogen.
Do not plant potatoes after peppers, tomatoes and eggplant. There will be no rich harvest due to depleted soil.
Onions and carrots are considered good neighbors for potatoes. Cultures do not suffer from the same diseases and do not interfere with each other's development.
If you plant dill between potato bushes, you can attract a ladybug to your beds. It feeds on many pests that attack potato seedlings, such as aphids.
Vegetable growers tips
Experienced growers willingly share observations and tips on growing potatoes:
- To protect the seed from fungus, spray the tubers with a weak solution of potassium permanganate from a spray bottle before planting. Solution dosage: 2 g per 10 l of water. You can also sprinkle potatoes with wood ash.
- If large tubers were cut before planting, you do not need to sprinkle them with ash. It is better to pour it into the hole and lay out the tuber with the cut up.
Farmers reviews
Gardeners leave positive reviews about the variety. This is not surprising, because culture has many advantages:
Emelyan, Astrakhan: “Sateen's potato variety was planted for the first year. I got the seed from a friend. I liked this culture, as its care is simple, and the harvest is very rich. The stock was enough for the whole winter, although I planted very little. The first and second courses were made from vegetables. They also made delicious New Year's salads ".
Semyon, Dnepropetrovsk: “I grow mainly for sale. I plant different varieties. Satina is liked by its unpretentiousness and high yield. Potatoes, of course, are delicious, so they sell quickly in the markets. You can cook all any dishes from it, vegetables preserve their taste everywhere ".
Conclusion
Satin's potatoes have successfully taken root in the Russian climate, for which they have received recognition from vegetable growers throughout the country. The culture practically does not get sick, is easy to care for and gives rich yields.
The high percentage of keeping quality allows you to grow the variety in large volumes for further sale. Almost the entire crop is preserved until spring without losing market value.