Aroza potatoes are one of the best table varieties. Cultivation is fast and requires a minimum of effort, so potatoes are ideal even for beginner gardeners. A rich harvest of delicious potatoes helps “Arosa” to conquer many gardeners."Arosa" potato refers to table varieties. The ease and speed of growing potatoes were able to evaluate not only experienced but also beginner gardeners. A good potato crop, which is ideal for cooking almost any dish, can be enjoyed even by beginners.
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Description and characteristics of Arosa potatoes
Potato bushes always grow with erect stems, therefore, easy care for them is assumed. Seedlings are dense and even, so you can count on a successful harvest in the right time. "Arosa" is considered one of the earliest and most fruitful varieties, and with additional fertilizer, the yield indicator increases significantly.
Features of the Arosa potato:
- smooth peel with a minimum roughness of red or red-pink;
- middle eyes superficially;
- dark yellow pulp, characterized by an average degree of friability;
- oval and oval-round shape;
- starch level - 11.9-14.2 percent;
- the average weight of potatoes is 80-140 grams.
Such features indicate that “Arosa” is a worthy table variety bred by German breeders and ideally suited for Russia.
Potato "Arosa": shoots, productivity, agricultural technology
Potato cultivation is recommended in the southern regions of Russia and Siberia. The special characteristics of this variety indicate that the popularity of "Arosa" will only grow.
- "Arosa" is an early ripe variety. Maturity is observed on the 70-75th day, but the first harvest is possible on the 45-55th day.
- Decent crop yields are guaranteed even with minimal maintenance. From 1 hectare it is possible to collect up to 50 tons of potatoes, and when using fertilizers - 70 tons.
- “Arosa” successfully adapts to any weather conditions and is a drought-resistant potato variety.
- Resistance to mechanical damage reaches 93-96%
- "Arosa" is used for the industrial production of french fries, chips. The variety in question is ideal for long-term storage, and taste characteristics always remain at a high level.
Characterization of Aroza potatoes helps to ensure that this variety is actively grown in Russia.
Advantages and disadvantages of Arosa potatoes
“Arosa” is a potato variety that has numerous benefits.
- High stable crops are available even for beginner gardeners. "Arosa" is considered one of the most productive varieties. Optimum productivity is maintained up to 5 years, and during this period you can use the same seed.
- Precocity. Harvest can be harvested 70 to 75 days after planting.
- Long-term storage, optimal transportability and excellent commercial qualities make the Arosa ideal even for farmers.
- Developed immunity is assumed. Resistance to potato cancer, scab, nematode, late blight is noted.
- Cultivation is possible in any climatic zone of Russia, as successful adaptation to any weather conditions is guaranteed.
The rules for growing varieties
«Arosa "can be grown on any type of soil. Before planting, the potatoes are kept for 2 weeks in a bright and warm room for germination, and the optimum temperature is + 12-15 degrees. Before planting, potato tubers are processed to obtain a good harvest and increase the resistance of potatoes to adverse factors, and for processing you can use special store or folk remedies.
For planting, it is advisable to use medium healthy tubers, as they will contribute to a high-quality crop.
On a landing site with peat soil, it is recommended to add river sand, high-quality humus, compost. If potatoes are planted on clay soil, a bucket of humus or peat is introduced for each square meter. To improve the composition of sandy soil, clay soil, humus, peat are recommended.
Landing is possible only in warm soil, so its temperature should be about +10 degrees.
Potatoes are recommended to be planted according to a 60x35 cm pattern, and the depth of the hole should be 8-10 centimeters. Such planting will contribute to a rich and high-quality potato crop.
Care Rules
Care comes down to removing weeds, loosening and hilling the soil, regular watering and fertilizing, and preventing diseases and pests. At the same time, agricultural technology should be aimed at increasing productivity indicators. Experienced gardeners note that the Aroza potato variety needs high doses of mineral fertilizers, since local insignificant application remains virtually traceless.
Reviews
Marina:
“Arosa is one of the most delicious early ripe potatoes. I spend the care taking into account all the rules and diligently, so such measures as 3-fold hilling according to Dutch technology, digging the soil, watering become mandatory. The ripened potato pleases with a glossy reddish-pinkish skin and creamy pulp. When cooking, the potato shows friability, so it is ideal for making mashed potatoes, but it is not recommended for frying. Long term storage is one of the most important benefits. ”
Maksim:
“I have been growing Arosa potatoes for several years. This variety is resistant to pests and diseases, dry weather. Potato pleases with an impeccable harvest, which is available even to beginners. In addition, Arosa is very tasty, suitable for cooking and frying. My potato turns out to be fairly friable, which only makes me happy. Long-term storage of Arosa is also considered one of the most important advantages. ”
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