Today, most gardeners prefer early potato varieties, characterized by a high percentage of yield. The Uladar potato belongs to the early category. The variety was bred and grown on the territory of Belarus, which indicates its quality and justified popularity among gardeners. Next, we will consider its characteristics and features, methods of cultivation and storage, as well as the advantages of the species.
Description of the variety
This variety was cultivated by Belarusian scientists by crossing two types of potatoes: Kolya and Zhivitsa.The variety is relatively young, and will gain widespread recognition and use a couple of years ago. Suitable for growing on different types of soil, but the greatest results are observed when planted in medium-grained soil.
The plant is a medium-sized bush, reaching a height of 55–65 centimeters. The stem is semi-straight and thin. The foliage is green, with slight wavy edges. Inflorescences of purple shades, sometimes with an admixture of red.
The tubers look like this:
- Oval, oval-round shape of the root crop.
- The peel is thin, yellow in color.
- The pulp is pale yellow in color and darkens after heat treatment.
- The eyes of the root vegetable are small and inconspicuous.
- The mass of tubers varies between 90–180 g.
The Uladar potato variety is distinguished by its early harvest. Already 45–50 days after planting, the first fruits are harvested. The growing season reaches 65–75 days.
Growing
Before planting, potatoes are first germinated. To do this, first the prepared tubers are washed with water. Then they are left in a dry, dark place at a temperature of 13–16 °C. After 2–2.5 weeks, as soon as sprouts appear, start planting.
Potatoes are planted in soil pre-fertilized with compost, the temperature of which is approximately 11 °C.
The main rule for a good harvest: this variety of potato needs regular and frequent fertilization with minerals. Following this rule leads to an increase in the number of fruits in each bush.
The planting process involves digging holes of the correct depth within 5–9 centimeters. The minimum distance between them is 30–35 centimeters. If the ground is too dry, the holes deepen by 8–10 centimeters. Previously prepared and germinated tubers are planted with their sprouts facing up, then sprinkled with soil fertilized with compost.
Features of care
The Uladar variety has some features, such as the need for a large amount of oxygen after planting. That is why plowing of the land is carried out after the first shoots emerge. This should be done very carefully so as not to harm the growing potatoes.
Periodically weed the soil to get rid of weeds. Another way to saturate the bushes with oxygen is to push the soil towards the stems using special gardening tools.
Uladar is resistant to dry periods and does not require frequent watering. Water immediately after planting and during the entire ripening process at intervals of 2–2.5 weeks. It is best to pour water between the beds, as it can wash away the near-root soil, and thereby harm the further maturation of the plant.
Lack of moisture in the plant quickly affects its appearance: the leaves curl, and the stem withers and bends towards the ground.
If external signs do not indicate a problem, then the dryness of the soil is checked by another method - the soil at the roots of the potatoes is dug up and the condition of the fruit is assessed. If the tubers have shrunk and there are few or practically no roots, the plant urgently needs watering.
Of considerable importance in care is spraying plants with special preparations against pests, mainly against the Colorado potato beetle, since this type of potato is often attacked by pests. Spraying is carried out at least 2-4 times during the season, and its condition must be carefully monitored.
Advantages and disadvantages
Potatoes of the Uladar variety have many advantages:
- The main advantage of the Belarusian variety is considered to be a large percentage of yield.If you follow all the above recommendations for planting and subsequent care, then grown potatoes will yield a harvest twice a season.
- It grows in almost any type of soil and is not too susceptible to climate change.
- Resistant to popular diseases and most pests.
- This type of potato belongs to the table variety, so gardeners value it for its excellent taste and different cooking variations. Excellent for boiling, frying and making chips.
- Almost 95% of the harvest is preserved.
The biggest drawback of this potato variety is its tendency to be affected by rhizoctonia and infestation by Colorado potato beetles.
Pests and diseases
The Uladar variety is not predisposed to potato cancer. There is immunity to viruses of different origins, mosaic and potato nematode.
There is a slight tendency for leaves to curl and rot.
Of all the pests, the main one The enemy of the species is considered to be the Colorado potato beetle. In the middle of ripening, the number of insects increases sharply and there is a need to urgently get rid of them through the use of drugs.
Due to these features, Uladar is in great demand among gardeners and entrepreneurs for growing on a small and large scale.
Harvest and storage
Considering the above description, harvesting is carried out twice per season. Basically the first dig new potatoes falls at the beginning of summer - June, the second time occurs in August - September. The ability to harvest twice depends largely on the soil in which Uladar is planted and proper care to avoid spoilage of the fruit.
It must be dug up at a time when the leaves and the plant itself have withered, but the stem still retains its green color.During this period, the root vegetable is ideal for further consumption. It has not yet had time to fade from lack of nutrients, the size is quite large, and the peel does not turn green or yellow from excessive exposure to the sun.
Once the potatoes are dug and harvested, they need to be peeled and left to dry before being placed in baskets and boxes for long-term storage. After this stage, it must be sorted: get rid of rotten and spoiled fruits, leaving only suitable fruits.
Potatoes are stored for a long time and do not require special conditions - only a dry and dark room. It perfectly retains its taste and appearance, which is why it is used for various dishes. It does not soften during cooking and does not lose its taste after frying.
Reviews from gardeners
This characteristic of the Belarusian variety cannot but attract a large number of both amateur gardeners and entrepreneurs for large-scale purposes. Next, reviews will be presented, after which you will be able to understand exactly whether this potato is worth buying or not.
Elena, a gardener for more than 10 years, writes: “For the first time, I was skeptical about such a volume of advantages of Uladar and only a couple of disadvantages. But I decided to take the risk and was never disappointed. I actually harvested twice a season, which is good news. And in terms of taste, it is one of the best table varieties. I will definitely plant it in the future.”
Vitaly reports: “I decided to buy these potatoes solely at the request of my wife. Having followed all the recommendations, we planted only 7 rows, but the result was not long in coming and exceeded all my expectations. We collected about 2 bags, so I recommend everyone to take note of this variety. You will not regret it".
