One of the most popular varieties of carrots is considered to be “Nantes”, which has proven itself well. The variety was bred back in 1943, since then a huge number of variety types have come from it, very similar in appearance to each other. One of them is Natalia F1 carrot. Let’s talk about it in more detail.
Variety description
Carrot “Natalia” is a variety type of “Nantes” Dutch selection. According to the statement of the producers, it is she who is considered the most delicious of all varieties. However, gardeners are attracted not only by taste.
For everyone who decides to start growing carrots, it also matters:
- resistance of the hybrid to diseases;
- aging speed;
- yield and technical characteristics of the root crop;
- cultivation features.
We will raise all these topics and compile a complete description of the Natalya F1 carrot hybrid. To do this, we will write all the indicators in a special table that will be convenient and understandable to any gardener.
Table
Indicator name | Data |
|---|---|
Group | Hybrid |
Full description of the fetus | Length 20-22 cm, bright orange, cylindrical shape with a blunt tip |
Maturation | Mid-early hybrid, the period from the moment of emergence to technical maturity is a maximum of 135 days |
Disease resistance | To standard diseases, well stored |
Seed sowing scheme | When sowing, they do not plant very often, maintaining a distance of 4 centimeters, and between the beds – 20 centimeters; carrot seeds are slightly buried by 1-2 centimeters |
Purpose and taste | Can be consumed fresh and stored for a long time in a cool place, for example, in a cellar |
Productivity | 3-4 kilograms per square meter |
Below is a video with an overview of popular varieties of carrots, one of which is Natalya carrots.
Due to the fact that this hybrid is intended for a long time to ripen in the ground, it strengthens and can be stored almost all winter, being an excellent source of vitamins and carotene, which is abundant in this carrot. Children eat it with pleasure, as it is sweet and juicy.
Features of growing a variety
Carrot “Natalia F1” is grown in the same way as most varieties of this crop. Prefers soils light, rich in oxygen.
Also, the Natalia hybrid is demanding on moderate watering, it does not like drought. At the same time, do not forget that this culture does not like excessive moisture either. Firstly, it can affect the growth of the root crop, and secondly, it can become fatal.
If the cultivation rules are followed, then “Natalia” will give a good harvest, and the fruits will be friendly, quickly acquire a bright color and the required amount of vitamins.
Reviews
This hybrid is not new, so many have grown it in their gardens. Reviews are quite positive, they can be found in large numbers on the Internet. Some of them are presented below.