Khozyayushka potatoes were the result of the selection of high-yielding varieties for cultivation in difficult climatic conditions. Growing such a crop in our country is a traditional activity for the majority of the population. Every year new ones appear on the market potato varieties, so it is often difficult to make the right choice. If you have any difficulties, experts advise paying attention to the Khozyayushka variety, which has a number of undeniable advantages over other varieties.
Description of the variety
The variety appeared as a result of many years of work by Russian breeders who worked on the creation of high-yielding crops. The species belongs to varieties with a medium-late harvest. A distinctive quality of the Hostess is considered to be high yield rates and, with proper care, one bush of the plant can produce from 12 to 18 tubers.
Description of potato variety:
- oval regular shaped tubers;
- thin pink peel;
- the eyes of root vegetables are small and light in color;
- When cut, vegetables have a creamy tint and do not darken during heat treatment;
- the average weight of one root vegetable is from 100 to 200 grams;
- The average starch content in potato tubers is 20%.
The bushes of the plant have an average height, the height of which reaches an average of 50 cm. The erect tops are characterized by an average amount of green mass, the leaf plates have a dark green color and a traditional shape with wavy edges.
Growing
An important role in obtaining good yield indicators is played by the selection of high-quality planting material and its preliminary preparation. The tubers should not show signs of rot or other visible defects. 1.5-2 weeks before planting, potatoes are taken to a darker room for germination; if possible, it is recommended to treat the tubers with drugs to reduce the risk of diseases and better formation of root crops.
Planting is carried out after the threat of frost has passed. The soil is well loosened and fertilizers are applied before placing the tuber in the hole. It is recommended to use the following recipe:
- humus 1 kg;
- 1 spoon of ash;
- 2 spoons of nitrophoska.
The fertilizer layer in the hole is covered with 2 cm of soil on top, after which potatoes are placed in it.The distance between seeds should be at least 35 cm, between rows - 0.5 meters. This planting scheme will further ensure ease of weeding and hilling and help increase productivity. The average planting depth for tubers is from 7 to 10 cm; if grown in soil with clay, potatoes are buried no more than 3 cm.
Features of care
The potato variety requires standard care techniques and is not characterized by any special features. At the first stages, the plant needs weeding; as it matures, the tops and root system become strong and “survive” the weed on their own. The first work is carried out when the bushes reach a height of 13 to 18 cm; after 2 weeks, the weed removal procedure is repeated.
The frequency of watering depends on the climatic conditions of cultivation. It is necessary to provide the plant with water in the absence of natural precipitation. A signal of a lack of moisture is wilting leaves and shriveled tops. In this case, abundant watering is carried out so that the water reaches a depth of half a meter.
Before hilling, feed the shoots twice. The first is to place ash or a small amount of droppings under each bush, which is pre-mixed with the ground. For the second time, prepare a solution of 5 liters of water, 2 tablespoons of superphosphate and 1 nitrophoska. After flowering, potatoes cannot be fertilized, since in this case nitrates will be present in the tubers. Hilling is carried out before flowering. To do this, the ground level is raised by an average of 5 cm using loosening.
Advantages or disadvantages
The potato variety is one of the few species that can tolerate low and high temperatures.The fruits have good taste qualities that are not lost even during long-term storage. The characteristics of the variety indicate the following advantages of the crop:
- versatility, the ability to use fruits for making purees, soups or cooking whole;
- ability to tolerate temperature changes well;
- high yield rates;
- keeping quality of fruits without loss of external and taste qualities up to 90%, ability to be stored unchanged for six months;
- ability to withstand difficult transportation conditions.
Potatoes are not prone to darkening after cutting, so they are well suited for making mashed potatoes and chips. On an industrial scale, flour and starch are made from it. The disadvantage of the variety is considered to be insufficient resistance to certain types of potato diseases and frosts. When grown in unfavorable conditions, reviews from gardeners note a tendency to cracks and increased formation of small tubers.
Pests and diseases
The variety has good resistance to many potato diseases. The variety tolerates nematode viruses, cancer and other diseases well, but is not able to withstand such a scourge as scab. This problem occurs in tubers when grown at high temperatures.
Due to the fact that heat is a rare phenomenon in the majority of Russian regions in summer, the occurrence of this type of danger is minimized.
When scab is detected, fungicides must be used. It is worth considering that spores can survive in one place for 3 years. In this regard, it is recommended to change the planting area. The variety has average resistance to diseases such as late blight and rhizoctonia.
Harvest and storage
On average, from the moment of planting to the receipt of ready-made tubers, it takes from 80 to 90 days, in northern regions with a cold climate - 100 days. In the central regions, September is considered harvest time.
For harvesting potatoes choose warm sunny weather. After collecting the tubers, the root crops are thoroughly ventilated, for which they are placed in an open space for several hours. Store vegetables in a cool, dry place.
Reviews from gardeners
Olga, Moscow:
“We’ve been growing the variety for two years, we’re happy with everything. I am pleased with the large number of tubers on one bush, which allows you to get a large number of potatoes even from a small area. This variety will appeal to puree lovers, as this variety makes it tender and airy.”
Mikhail, Chelyabinsk region:
“We experimented with many varieties in the garden. Of those consistently planted, the Hostess remained. Potatoes are unpretentious and give a good yield in any weather. One of the main advantages is long-term storage of fruits and a small number of tubers that spoil during the winter period.”
