Description of the Kiwi potato variety, its characteristics and yield

Kiwi potatoes are a product of amateur selection. Gardeners dream of getting a good harvest on their acres. They often face the problem of limited space. I want to plant potatoes, but there is not enough space.

The plant is a godsend for gardeners. It pleases with its productivity and unpretentiousness. The root crop easily tolerates temperature fluctuations. It only requires lighting.

All parts of the plant are not damaged by pests. A thrifty gardener can save on purchasing insecticides. This feature of the variety will be of interest to supporters of organic farming. A “clean” root vegetable ends up on the table.

Underground curiosity

The variety was bred by amateur gardeners. It was not included in the State Register of Vegetable Crops. No observations were made by anyone. Planting material is not sold in specialized centers.

But it is possible to get a certain number of tubers in markets or from amateur potato growers. But no one can vouch for the purity of the seed material.

The description of the variety does not leave gardeners indifferent:

1. It differs from ordinary potatoes in the emerald color of the foliage. The edges of the plates are cut.
2. The stems and leaves are covered with fluffy hairs. Conventional potatoes have smooth tops.
3. The bush does not lodge. Stretches 60–80 cm.
4. The flowers are lilac, arranged in lush baskets. Attracts pollinating insects. Blooms reluctantly. In summer with few sunny days it does not bloom at all.
5. A distinctive feature of the variety is the uniformity of the tubers. One bush produces fruits that are almost identical in size.
6. Does not suffer from late blight, scab, rot, or Alternaria. Not damaged by pests.

Ripens 120–130 days after germination. In cool summers the period increases. With proper agricultural technology, it pleases with a yield of 3–4 kg/bush.

What attracts tubers?

The plant differs from its relatives in the appearance of the tubers. Gardeners are eager to learn about the typical traits of a variety. Characteristics of Kiwi potato fruits:

• dense, rough, olive-brown skin;
• the pulp is white with a yellowish tint;
• oval shape, smooth;
• high dry matter content in tubers;
• The consistency of boiled potatoes is crumbly and grainy.

A gardener planting a variety for the first time should prepare for an almost complete lack of taste.. There is also no characteristic rich “potato” aroma.

The root vegetable takes a long time to cook - at least 40 minutes. It is impossible to fry - the middle remains raw for a long time, and the crust burns.But the puree turns out to be of excellent consistency - the crumbliness is perfect.

Value of the variety: transportability, marketability, long-term storage without loss. The thick peel prevents drying out and germination.

Gardeners raising animals have found good use for the harvest. During the cold season, the tubers are steamed and then fed to pigs and poultry. This helps pets tolerate cold temperatures more easily without additional heating costs.

The characteristics of potatoes both attract and repel gardeners. But it’s still worth trying to plant at least a few bushes. And then draw your own conclusions.

Is the variety a product of genetic engineering?

Disputes on this topic do not subside. It is easy to understand: no precise studies have been conducted on this issue. Gardeners themselves have to decide whether the Kiwi variety is GMO or not.

It is unknown where the potatoes came from. Some gardeners believe that it is from Belarus. Others claim that the birthplace of the vegetable is Russia. In our country, two genetically modified varieties have been bred: Lugovskoy and Elizaveta. Both have been certified. They are allowed to be used for food, but not grown.

The goal of the Bioengineering Center is to increase resistance to diseases and pests. This is what makes us claim that Kiwi is a GMO product.

But the Lasunok variety has been developed in Belarus. It is resistant to pests due to the presence of biofiber. Pests don't like it because they can't digest it. The Colorado potato beetle does not lay eggs on the hairy parts of the plant.

Some agronomists doubt that potatoes are a genetically modified product. The work requires a certain technical base.And similar characteristics are obtained using conventional selection methods.

How to grow a vegetable?

Kiwi potato is an unpretentious plant. Gardeners get a good harvest on any soil. But the variety is especially successful on light sandy loams.

The ridges should be prepared in the fall. The field needs to be dug up and organic fertilizer applied. In the spring, add humus. After a week, add a mineral complex under digging.

Landing requirements:

• the place should be chosen to be sunny (this is the only condition for the variety);
• plant only germinated tubers;
• it is required to start germination 20 days before the intended planting;
• Tubers should be placed at a distance of 30 cm from each other;
• maintain 70 cm between rows;
• It is recommended to deepen it by 10 cm when planting on light soils, and by 7 cm on heavy soils;
• It is recommended to water, soaking the soil by 30–40 cm, three times per season;
• hilling is not performed (it is enough to rake the earth once on both sides);
• if the tops turn yellow, you should mow them and dig them up after 10–12 days;
• It is recommended to carry out cleaning in dry, sunny weather;
• leave the potatoes to dry in the sun for 2–3 hours (this will disinfect the tubers);
• For harvesting, you should use a pitchfork (they damage the tubers less);
• The dried harvest is placed in nets or baskets and lowered into the basement.

You should not plant this wonder after tomatoes, peppers, eggplants and strawberries. These plants require the same nutrients from the soil. They also have common diseases.

The Kiwi potato variety gives maximum yield when planted using Dutch technology. The plant is placed in double rows with an interval of 70 cm.

Tubers should be stored in a ventilated, dark room.The thick skin of potatoes allows them to be stored until the next harvest without loss.

Gardeners' opinions

Summer residents give conflicting reviews about potatoes. Some consider the variety’s unpretentiousness and productivity to be an advantage. They put up with taste.

Others appreciate the grainy texture, snowy color, and resistance to disease and pests. The tubers are considered ideal for making purees, fillings and pancakes.

Almost all gardeners are concerned about the lack of a clear answer to the question: is the variety a product of genetic engineering?