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Beet Pablo is a variety of universal purpose. Differs in good taste, an attractive form and high productivity. Resistant to frost, drought and most diseases and pests.
History of origin
Beet Pablo is a hybrid of the first generation (designation F1), obtained in 1991. The culture was successfully tested, and in 1993 it was included in the register of breeding achievements. Approved for cultivation in all regions of Our Country, including the North, North-West, Urals, Western and Eastern Siberia and the Far East. Also, the hybrid can be cultivated in neighboring countries – Belarus, Ukraine, Moldova.
Description of the Pablo beet variety
Pablo beet leaves are oval, green in color, the surface is slightly bubbly, with moderately wavy edges. The leaf socket is powerful, upright. The petiole is moderately long, the color is rich pink, red.
Root crops are not too large, they reach 110-180 g in weight, less often up to 200 g. The shape of Pablo beets is round, leveled, 15 cm in diameter, is considered exemplary. The root tail is typical – long and thin. The skin is also thin, smooth to the touch, the color is maroon. The head has a slight corking, the rings are also not expressed.
Pablo beet pulp is deep red with a ruby hue. It is quite dense and at the same time juicy and tender. The taste is rich, with noticeable sweetness. According to the chemical composition, the share of dry matter reaches 14,5%, the total sugar content is 8,7%.
Characteristics of beet Pablo
The Pablo beetroot is a hybrid. It is resistant to adverse weather conditions, as well as to common pests and diseases. That is why the variety can be cultivated in various regions of Our Country – from the middle zone and the Krasnodar Territory to the Urals, Siberia and the Far East.
Ripening period and yield of beet Pablo
The variety belongs to mid-season – root crops are formed in 95–105 days after the mass appearance of the first shoots. Pablo beet yield reaches 6–7 kg per 1 m2 (with industrial cultivation from 240 to 320 q/ha).
The output of the commercial product of Pablo beet is 90–96%
The fruits are storable, under the conditions of storage they retain their density and taste for 4-5 months. They are transportable, well tolerate transportation over long distances. Therefore, Pablo beets are grown both for personal consumption and for sale, as well as for processing. The purpose is universal – for use in different dishes and preparations.
Frost resistance
The Pablo hybrid normally tolerates short-term frosts, although it is not frost-resistant. It is recommended to grow it in open, sunny areas.
Advantages and disadvantages
Pablo beets are valued by summer residents for their unpretentiousness and high yield. The pulp is delicious, great for cooking any dishes.
Pablo beetroot has a pleasant taste and visual appeal
Pros:
- high yield;
- excellent taste;
- the pulp retains color even after heat treatment;
- marketable condition;
- keeping quality and transportability;
- resistance to frost, drought, diseases and pests;
- undemanding to the composition of the soil.
Cons:
- no immunity from peronosporosis;
- tendency to early flowering and shooting.
Terms of planting
The timing of planting Pablo beets depends on the method of cultivation and the climatic features of the region. If planted in open ground, you need to wait until the soil warms up to 8 degrees Celsius and above. Moreover, according to the forecast, there should be no return frosts, since some of the crops may die because of them.
Therefore, most often summer residents choose such terms:
- south – early April;
- the middle band is the end of the month;
- other regions – the first half of May.
If you plant Pablo beet seeds in a greenhouse, you can do this 7-10 days earlier. In the case of growing seedlings, they are guided by the same periods, taking into account the fact that seedlings need to be transferred to open ground a month after germination:
- south – the beginning of spring;
- the middle band is the last days of March;
- other regions – the first half of April.
If the weather is unfavorable, you can wait a few days, but no more. Otherwise, the seedlings will stretch, which will adversely affect the yield.
Pablo beet planting methods
Most often, Pablo beets are grown by direct sowing into the ground, although seedlings are also allowed. If you plant seeds, for example, in early April, then the first harvest can be harvested as early as mid-July. This is especially convenient for regions with a cold spring, where return frosts are possible even in May.
Seedling growing method
A week before planting, Pablo beet seeds are immersed in salted water (5%) and after a few minutes, those that float up are removed. Then they can be soaked in warm water until completely swollen and put on the bottom shelf of the refrigerator for a week. Due to this, germination will increase.
Pablo beet seedlings grown in cool conditions
You can plant seeds both in common containers, and in individual cups or peat pots. The soil can be bought at the store or made independently on the basis of soddy soil with compost or humus, peat and sand (2: 1: 1: 1).
Pablo beet seeds are planted at a depth of 1–1,5 cm with a distance of 4–5 cm, watered, covered with film or glass and grown at room temperature. After the emergence of seedlings, it is better to transfer containers with seedlings to a cool room (14-15 degrees). Before transplanting, the seedlings are immersed for several hours in a mash with clay and a growth stimulator (for example, Zircon), then they will quickly take root in a new place.
Landing in open ground
Beets are grown in an open bed, protected from stagnant water (small hill). The site is pre-cleaned, the soil is dug up and fertilized (it is enough to add a bucket of compost or humus per square meter). Landing pattern:
- furrow depth – 10 cm;
- row spacing – 30–40 cm;
- distance between seeds – 10 cm.
At the first stage, dense planting is allowed with an interval of 6 cm, after which the seedlings must be thinned out, leaving 10 cm between them. The soil is laid tightly so that the seed can destroy the shell.
Pablo beet care
Beet Pablo does not need special care. This is an unpretentious plant, which is enough to provide infrequent watering and 2-3 fertilization per season. Water is given twice a month so that the surface layer of the soil has time to dry out. At the same time, three weeks before harvesting, watering is completely stopped. If the region is dry and the area under crops is large, it is advisable to use a drip irrigation system.
Fertilizers are applied several times per season:
- Before planting in the soil, any nitrogen fertilizer is applied, for example, urea in the amount of 20 g per 1 m2.
- During the beginning of the formation of the root crop, organics are introduced (infusion of mullein, bird droppings).
- After three weeks, superphosphate is added (40 g per 1 m2) and potassium salt (20–30 g per 1 m2).
Even with minimal care, Pablo beet yields consistently high yields
Possible diseases and pests
Pablo beets are resistant to many common diseases and pests: cercosporosis, scab, root beetle.
Like any other variety, Pablo is not immune to pests. The main preventive measure is to sprinkle the aisles with ash, tobacco dust. In extreme cases, chemicals can be used. Beets are prone to the formation of seed arrows. The culture can suffer from transference and beet weevil.
Sometimes beets are affected by fungal diseases and other infections. In most cases, this is due to improper care. The plant needs to be provided with moderate, not too frequent watering, regular loosening of the soil. Every 3-4 years, the planting site must be changed, trying not to plant beets in those areas where any root crops previously grew.
Conclusion
Beet Pablo is a fairly popular beet variety, which is recommended by more than 90% of summer residents. Root crops of the correct form, with a pleasant taste, are well preserved until spring. The hybrid is resistant to bad weather and many pests. Periodically, plantings should be inspected and, if necessary, treated with chemicals or folk remedies.
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