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Krona is a young but promising potato variety from Germany that can be grown anywhere in the country. It is undemanding to agricultural technology and consistently pleases with the harvest.for which he is greatly appreciated. Crohn’s potatoes can be recommended to both novice gardeners and summer residents who, due to circumstances, cannot often visit their plots.
In the article, we will consider a detailed description and photo of the Krona potato, give it a description and get acquainted with its reviews. We will also analyze the features of cultivation and agricultural technology.
Origin
Krona potatoes were created by German breeders of the German company Bavaria-Saat GBR through many years of selection. This is an agrotechnical enterprise that is engaged in the development of new varieties and their reproduction.
In 2015, the German hybrid was included in the state register of Our Country. Since potatoes of this variety tolerate temperature fluctuations and lack of moisture well, they began to actively propagate and plant them in many regions of the country. He also began to quickly gain popularity in Europe.
Characterization
Krona potato – hardy variety of medium early maturation, which easily tolerates drought. Possesses high productivity, maintains storage, transportation and packing.
Bush description
Krona potato bushes are medium spreading and upright. The height of the stems is on average 50 cm. The leaves are of medium size, matte surface with clear veins, slightly wavy edges and a rich, green color.
Small corollas with large, snow-white flowers are formed at the tops of the stems. They quickly fall off, few berries are tied. One bush brings 10-15 tubers, as it forms a powerful root system.
Description of tubers
Medium-sized Krona tubers, diameter from 4 to 7 cm and weight from 75 to 135 g. They have an oval shape and a smooth surface with inconspicuous, small eyes. The flesh is juicy and yellow. The peel is thin, monophonic, lemon-colored.
The taste of potatoes of this variety is rich and not watery. Contains a moderate amount of starch, averaging 13%. That’s why when cut, the tubers retain their color and do not darken. Potatoes are characterized by a high content of nutrients, carotene, proteins and fiber.
Advantages and disadvantages
Crohn’s potatoes are very popular with gardeners in many countries. This is due to the fact that this is one of the most unpretentious varieties, which has many advantages:
- Suitable for growing in almost all climatic zones. It can be planted in both hot and cold regions.
- Tolerates drought and heat.
- Undemanding to the composition of the soil. Potatoes can grow in any type of soil.
- Almost all tubers have high commercial quality. There are few small and substandard potatoes.
- High disease resistance, detrimental to most varieties of potatoes. The crown is not affected by late blight, potato cancer, scab and rot.
- Good keeping quality. With long storage, 96% of the crop is preserved.
- During transportation, root crops are not damaged and do not darken, they retain their original appearance.
- Seed material retains varietal qualities and does not degenerate.
The root vegetable is ideal for preparing frozen vegetable mixes and french fries. Cooks fry it, stuff it and bake it. During heat treatment, the vegetable does not boil soft and retains its shape, therefore it is not suitable for making mashed potatoes.
There are few drawbacks to this potato variety. When growing a crop on dense and rocky soil, some tubers may take on an irregular shape. And with an excess of moisture in the soil and frequent watering, potatoes can crack or rot. But this can be avoided by providing the potato with minimal and rational care.
Yield and maturity
Crohn’s potato is a mid-early variety. From planting to tuber maturity passes from 100 to 110 days, and from the moment of germination – 80-90 days.
Plantings of this variety bring a bountiful harvest. Its size depends on the climate and weather conditions of the growing region. Average per hectare you can get 54 tons of potatoes. The maximum yield is 65 t/ha.
Planting potatoes
Despite the fact that the Krona potato is unpretentious in cultivation, it takes some effort to enjoy delicious potatoes. Compliance with the features and rules of agricultural technology guarantees a rich harvest.
Site selection and processing
It is better to choose a plot for Krona potatoes on the southern and southwestern slopes. They are good illuminated by sunlight, and the earth on them warms up better.
culture prefers loose and slightly acidic soil. You can determine the acidity by plants: chamomile, wheatgrass, clover and dandelion usually grow on such soil. Potatoes of this variety grow well on sandy, chernozem and loamy soils.
If groundwater lies nearby, then vegetable plantings should be placed on ridges or ridges. The best predecessors of potatoes: cabbage, legumes, winter crops, root crops. Do not plant potatoes in the area where nightshade crops grew. When digging into the soil, you can add a small amount of organic fertilizer. The best is rotted horse manure.
Preparing the tubers
A month before planting potatoes in the soil, you need to prepare planting material. For this you need select healthy tubers of medium size, weighing from 50 to 80 g. To prevent diseases, the vegetable can be dipped in a solution of copper sulfate. After drying, treat with a growth stimulator.
The next step is sprouting.. To do this, planting potatoes are laid out in boxes in 1-2 layers and cleaned in a bright room. The first 7 days maintain the temperature at 20-22оC, then reduce it to 7-8оC and keep the potatoes for another 4 weeks. Periodically it is sprayed with water and turned over. The vegetable should be dark green in color. When are formed sprouts 10-15 mm long, potatoes can be planted.
Rules of landing
After preparing the planting material, you can start planting it. At the same time, it is necessary to take into account some agrotechnical features of the Krona potato variety:
- tubers should planted at a distance of 25 to 30 cm;
- between rows must be left not less than 65 cm;
- Potato planting depth should be 4-5 cm.
If the area allows, then the distance between the holes and the beds can be increased. This makes it easier to care for potatoes.
Features of care
Crown does not require special care. With minimal effort, you can grow good potatoes of this variety. To obtain the maximum yield, hilling, weed removal, timely moistening of the earth and top dressing are required.
Watering
Crohn’s potato tolerates short-term drought and lack of water. But in order to get a high-quality and plentiful harvest, moderate watering is recommended during the formation of buds. With a lack of moisture, the plant does not die, but a large amount of small potatoes can form.
Average for the entire season 2-3 waterings required. It is necessary to avoid getting water on the leaves, as this can contribute to the appearance of late blight.
Hilling
The first hilling should be carried out when the height of the shoots of the Crown will reach 15-18 cm. The event replaces both loosening and weeding. And under unstable climatic conditions, it protects seedlings from return spring frosts.
The second hilling is performed 15-20 days after the first. Sometimes this is enough. But if the grown bushes begin to fall apart, tubers peep out of the soil, the procedure should be carried out again.
Hilling bushes is recommended after rain, since the wet soil does not crumble. This contributes to the appearance of additional shoots, on which tubers are then formed.
Additional fertilizing
Krona potato does not need frequent feeding. But moderate application of various fertilizers will improve the quality of the tubers and bring a good increase in yield.
From organic it is best to use rotted manure and wood ash. From mineral – phosphorus-potassium supplements.
Disease Prevention
Crohn has good immunity to many diseases that can easily affect other varieties of potatoes. Plant not subject to rot, common scab, potato cancer and viral infections. Green mass and tubers are rarely affected by late blight.
To protect potatoes before planting, root crops must be processed Bordeaux mixture or copper sulphate solution. The soil must be watered with a disinfectant. It is advisable to change the site for planting this crop every year.
On young leaves and stems can parasitize: aphids, Colorado potato beetles, spider mites and cicadas. To protect potatoes from them, it is necessary remove weeds in a timely manner and mulch the soil. With a mass defeat, the plant needs to be treated with insecticides, which must be applied before flowering begins.
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Conclusion
Potato Krona is a new and promising variety that can be grown both for individual consumption and on an industrial scale. It is ideal for transportation, storage and packaging. Even an inexperienced gardener can grow potatoes of this variety, as it is undemanding to care for.
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