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Rinda cabbage was bred by Dutch scientists, but it has become widespread in Our Country. The grade possesses good taste, high productivity and undemanding in leaving.
Rinda variety is grown by seedling method. First, young plants are formed, which, when warm weather is established, are transferred to open ground.
Characteristics of a variety
According to the description of the variety and reviews, Rinda cabbage has the following features:
- white-headed mid-season hybrid;
- the ripening period is 75-90 days after planting the seeds;
- head weight from 3 to 7 kg;
- storage period – 4 months;
- small stalk;
- dense light green leaves of heads of cabbage;
- delicate taste.
Cabbage variety Rinda tolerates transportation well. Heads of cabbage ripen together, which allows you to quickly harvest.
The variety is characterized by unpretentiousness, resistance to diseases and pests. Heads of cabbage are used fresh, home-made preparations are obtained from them by pickling, sourdough and salting.
The harvest of the Rinda variety is stored in a dry and cool place. For this, a basement or cellar is suitable. Dusting with chalk and wrapping in paper helps protect heads of cabbage from mold and rot.
Landing order
In conditions, Rinda cabbage is grown by seedlings. First, seeds are planted at home. When the plants grow up, they are transferred to an open area.
Soil and seed preparation
For the formation of seedlings, high-quality seeds will be required. It is better to buy them in specialized centers.
A light substrate with good water and air permeability is prepared for seedlings. The soil mixture is obtained by combining the following components:
- sod land (1 part);
- humus, biohumus or peat (2 parts);
- perlite, sawdust, river sand to loosen the soil (1 part).
The resulting soil must be processed. To do this, it is placed in a freezer or a heated microwave. Another treatment method is watering with Fitosporin solution, which has disinfecting properties.
Then proceed to the preparation of planting material. If the seeds are brightly colored, then they have already been processed by the manufacturer and are completely ready for planting.
Uncolored seeds should be heated in hot water at a temperature of 50 degrees. After half an hour, the material is dipped for 5 minutes in cold water. Treated seeds must be dried, after which they can be used for planting.
Getting the seedlings
Prepared soil is filled with containers, the size of which depends on the method of growing cabbage.
If you plan to carry out a pick, then it is better to use boxes. Ground is poured into them, after which holes are made 1 cm deep. Seeds are placed at a distance of 2 cm. Rows are formed 3 cm apart.
Without picking, the Rinda variety is planted in cups 10 cm deep. 2 seeds are planted in each container. After their germination, a stronger plant is left.
Containers must have holes. After planting the seeds, you need to sprinkle them with earth and water the plantings well. The containers are transferred to a warm place until shoots appear.
Containers with seedlings are rearranged on the windowsill and kept at a temperature of no more than 8 degrees. Water the seedlings as the soil dries up.
A week later, the ambient temperature is raised to 16 degrees by turning on the radiator. Excess heat is harmful to cabbage seedlings, so you need to monitor temperature changes.
If the Rinda variety is planted in boxes, then two weeks after germination, they are transferred to separate containers.
Landing on the beds
Rinda cabbage variety is planted in open ground after 4-6 leaves appear in seedlings. Its height is 15-20 cm. Work is carried out from the end of May to mid-June.
A couple of weeks before the start of work, the cabbage is left outdoors. At first, 2-3 hours are enough for hardening, gradually this period is increased. Before planting, cabbage should be in the open all day.
Beds are prepared for cabbage, which are illuminated by the sun throughout the day. Mid-season varieties prefer loamy or clay soil. Do not use beds for planting the Rinda variety, where radishes, radishes, mustard, turnips, rutabaga or any varieties of cabbage previously grew.
Dig up the soil for cabbage in the fall. In the spring, after the snow melts, its surface is leveled with a rake. Cabbage does not tolerate acidic soils. The addition of dolomite flour will help reduce acidity.
The Rinda variety is placed in holes spaced every 30 cm. With a denser planting, the plants will not have enough space for full development.
One handful of peat and sand, two handfuls of humus and wood ash are placed in each hole. Seedlings are transferred to the holes along with an earthen clod. After planting, the cabbage is watered abundantly.
Features of care
Cabbage Rinda F1 needs care, which involves the introduction of moisture and nutrients. The variety is especially sensitive to watering. Seedlings need to be fed with minerals. After planting in the ground, fertilization continues.
Watering cabbage
The Rinda variety is demanding on watering. Cabbage needs a lot of moisture, which it receives from natural precipitation and by introducing moisture.
Cabbage plantings are watered in the evening. In dry weather, watering is done every 3 days. After the procedure, you need to loosen the soil and hill the plants. A mulch layer of peat will help maintain a high level of moisture.
Cold water coming from a hose is not used for irrigation. It provokes the development of diseases and slows down the development of cabbage. Water should settle and warm.
Planting top dressing
Rinda cabbage is fertilized at the seedling stage. For this, a fertilizer is prepared, consisting of a mixture of components:
- potassium sulfide – 2 g;
- superphosphate – 4 g;
- ammonium nitrate – 2 g.
Substances are dissolved in 1 liter of water and seedlings are watered. To prevent plant burns, you first need to water the soil with plain water. After 2 weeks, feeding is repeated, but the dose of substances is doubled.
Due to the content of potassium and phosphorus in the fertilizer, the survival rate of cabbage will improve. In the future, during the season, cabbage needs two more top dressings.
The first treatment is carried out when active leaf growth begins. 10 g of ammonium nitrate is added to 10 liters of water. The prepared product is enough to water 5 plants.
When forming a head of cabbage, a complex top dressing is prepared. On a bucket of water use:
- potassium sulfate – 8 g;
- superphosphate – 10 g;
- urea – 4 g.
Pest Control
The main pests of cabbage are slugs, caterpillars and aphids. Immediately after transferring the cabbage to an open area, it is dusted with ash, where tobacco dust is added.
Against caterpillars and aphids, an infusion of tomato tops is prepared: 2 kg per 5 liters of water. A day later, an infusion is obtained, which must be boiled for 3 hours. The resulting product is diluted with water in a ratio of 1:2.
Mint, marigolds, sage, cilantro and other spices are planted next to the cabbage beds. The tart aroma of such herbs repels aphids, butterflies and slugs and attracts beneficial insects such as lacewings and ladybugs.
Reviews of gardeners
Conclusion
The Rinda variety is one of the most popular among gardeners. It is chosen if you need to get a good crop of cabbage with minimal care. First, seedlings are obtained at home. Landings must be watered, fertilized and protected from pests.
Cabbage heads are formed even and large, they are used for preparing snacks, first and second courses. The variety can be grown for salting and pickling.
