The potato is undoubtedly the most popular vegetable. Each gardener grows at least one variety on his plot. Caring for potatoes is fairly easy and you can almost always expect a bountiful harvest. But still, not every potato variety can boast of unpretentiousness to the soil, resistance to diseases and pests. And the most important characteristic, of course, is the taste of potatoes. Usually those who have chosen a suitable potato variety for themselves do not change it for many years.
The Aladdin variety is considered such a universal potato. In a short period, he fell in love with many gardeners. Its excellent properties and ease of cultivation deserve detailed consideration. In this article we will see a detailed description of the Aladdin potato variety, as well as its photo and reviews of those who have had experience in growing this vegetable.
Characteristics of a variety
The Aladdin potato variety is one of the most common varieties in Our Country. In 2011, he was entered in the state register of the Federation. “Aladdin” is an unpretentious variety that can grow well even in sandy and clay soils. It is grown in large and small plots. Fruits well even in cold regions.
The variety belongs to the medium-late species. It takes about 95-110 days from planting to harvest, depending on the region. The tubers are relatively small. The shape of the potato is round, smooth, the eyes are not pronounced. The skin is red-pink, and the flesh is white. The appearance of potatoes is very presentable, suitable for sales. Well transfers long transportation, has high resistance to damages. It can be stored in a cool place for more than six months.
The variety has a high resistance to late blight. He is not afraid of scab, cancer, potato nematode. Grows best in sandy soils. “Aladdin” is not afraid of drought, grows well in both southern and northern regions. Does not tolerate too much nitrogen fertilizer.
The yield of the variety is very high, 450 centners of potatoes can be harvested from one hectare of land. Up to 12 tubers can be located on one bush. The mass of each tuber is about 100-180 grams. The height of the bushes can reach up to 50 centimeters in height. The taste qualities of Aladdin potatoes are at a high level. Contains about 21% starch. Suitable for frying, stewing, baking, steaming. Does not boil in the first dishes. Used in the production of chips.
Cultivation and care
Before planting, potatoes should be germinated and sorted out. To do this, 20–30 days before planting, the potatoes are taken out to a warmer room. The normal temperature for germination is 5–7 °C.
Next, you need to divide the tubers into small fractions. One fraction should weigh no more than 35-50 grams. Fractions should be planted at a distance of 30-35 centimeters from each other. With a strong thickening, the root system will not form well, and this will negatively affect the formation of tubers. This planting scheme allows you to plant approximately 40 thousand tubers per 1 hectare. The Aladdin variety should be planted deeper than other varieties. The depth of the hole should be at least ten centimeters. It is undesirable to use growth regulators, since the variety reacts poorly to them.
Shoots can be broken off no more than once. Frequent breaking off negatively affects the formation of tubers, and their number can be significantly reduced. The variety responds well to organic and mineral fertilizers. You can alternate these top dressings, and also use nitrogen fertilizers in small quantities.
Like any potato, Aladdin needs frequent weed removal and soil loosening. It is not necessary to water the bushes, watering should be done only along the aisles, and only in very dry weather. After watering, it would be good to loosen the soil, because it will be much easier to do this. Loosening has a very good effect on potatoes, since after it oxygen will penetrate much better to the root system. Hilling potatoes should be after its height reaches 10-12 centimeters. Before this, the soil should be moistened.
Cereal crops are good predecessors. You can plant potatoes in the same place after 3 years.
Diseases and pests
Since the variety has good resistance to late blight, it will not be necessary to carry out treatment with drugs. But with a long stay of the fruit in the ground, dry spotting may appear. This disease only affects tubers. The leaves and shoots of Aladdin potatoes may be susceptible to alternariosis. Because of it, a quarter of the crop may suffer. The disease manifests itself as follows: brown spots affect the leaves and stems of plants, after which they dry out. This also affects potato tubers. Spots appear on the fruits, the fruits are deformed. To prevent such detrimental consequences, the bushes should be treated with special preparations at the first signs of the disease.
Conclusion
Variety “Aladdin” is an excellent option for growing in small summer cottages, as well as for industrial purposes. It boasts excellent taste and is suitable for preparing various dishes. Growing this variety is very easy. It has high disease resistance and is unpretentious to care and conditions. It grows well in any region of the country, tolerates drought and cold weather. Gives high yields, fruits are large, regular shape.
