Early ripe varieties of carrots are very useful, rich in vitamins and trace elements. They are indispensable for those who want to eat properly and maintain their health. This is exactly the sort of carrot Tushon.
Growing early varieties of carrots has its own characteristics. This article describes in detail the stages of cultivation, the characteristics of the root and the history of breeding.
Given useful recommendations for planting culture, cultivation and proper care of the plant at home.
Characteristics and description
What does it look like?
Features of a grade:
- Carrot Tushon has a flat cylindrical shape with barely visible eyes.
- Usually the length of the root, as a rule, reaches 15 - 20 cm.
- The flesh of such carrots is tender and has a sweet taste.
- The core is large and solid.
- The fruit has a long and thick green tops.
What sort is it?
The early ripe grade of carrots Tushon belongs to the Amsterdam cultivar. It is distinguished by good quality and high yield of carrots, pleasant taste.
Amount of fructose and beta carotene
100 grams of carrot varieties Tushon contains 6 - 8% sugar, and the amount of carotene is about 11.5 - 11.9%.
Sowing time
The carrot variety Tushon belongs to the early ripe. The best time for landing is the end of March and the beginning of April.
Seed germination
Seeds of this variety have a fairly high germination rate.. On average, this figure ranges from 78 to 90 percent, depending on the growing region.
The average weight of a root
According to manufacturers, the average weight of a carrot is about 95-150 grams. Some fruits may weigh more.
Productivity from 1 ha
The yield of carrots Tushon is not inferior to many other popular varieties and is approximately 295 - 416 centners per hectare. In regions with a favorable climate, the yield can reach 600 centners.
Assignment grade and keeping quality
Carrot Tushon is versatile. It can be used both for personal use in food and in cooking, and for pet food. Poor keeping quality is the main disadvantage of the variety. The shelf life of this carrot is very small.
Growing regions
Features of the cultivation of the root:
- Tushon carrots are quite unpretentious and suitable for cultivation in various regions of Russia.
- Best of all, the variety takes root in the central part of the country and in the Volga region.
- In the northern regions and in Siberia, the climate is more severe, so planting carrots requires additional care.
Where is it recommended to grow?
Tushon, like other varieties of carrots of the Amsterdam cultivar, is best suited for planting in open ground. The main thing is to choose a suitable place so that the plants get enough sunlight.
Resistance to diseases and pests
The carrot variety has high resistance to pests, not subject to various diseases. To avoid such problems, you must follow all the rules of planting and caring for root vegetables.
Ripening
Tushon belongs to the early ripe carrot varieties that ripen shortly after winter. Root crops finally ripen in 80 - 90 days after landing of seeds. If you collect it a little earlier, 60 days after planting, the carrot will have a very delicate flavor.
What soil prefers?
It is better to plant carrots Tushon in loose, oxygen-enriched soil. Sandy and loamy soil will work well. On a plot with heavy clay soil a rich harvest is harder to get.
Frost resistance
Carrots of this variety have high frost resistance, can adapt to different climatic conditions. But if the root crop is grown in a region with a cold climate, planting should be carried out later, when the soil warms up a little.
Breeding history
Tushon - author's carrot variety, which was bred in France. Due to the crossing of various varieties, Tushon has acquired numerous beneficial properties, such as high yield and frost resistance. Breeders also drew attention to the appearance of the roots, making it beautiful and neat.
What is the difference from other species?
Like all varieties of carrots, Tushon has its own distinctive features. Root vegetables can be easily recognized by their thin cylindrical shape and smooth surface. Unlike other varieties, the core has almost the same color as the pulp.
Advantages and disadvantages
Tushon carrot variety has a lot of advantages that attract summer residents and gardeners. It is easy care, resistance to diseases and parasites, high yields, as well as a good presentation.
Landing
Start planting seeds is best in mid-spring. The most suitable time is March and the beginning of April.
- Before you start planting, you must first prepare the seeds. To do this, they are soaked for a day in water or solution to accelerate growth. To evenly distribute them across the beds, you can mix the seeds with a small amount of sand.
- The finished seeds are planted in rows at a depth of 2-3 cm. There should be a distance of 2 cm between the rows and the seeds themselves. Then the beds should be watered.
- After planting, you must regularly care for the plants. Carrots must be covered with peat and compost to prevent weathering. It can also serve as a good fertilizer.
- The thinning of the beds is carried out in two stages. For the first time, the distance between the rows is adjusted to 12-15 cm. Then you can increase it to 25 cm.
- After watering and thinning, it is necessary to loosen the soil in order to provide the roots with access to oxygen.
Harvesting and storage
After 70 - 90 days, the carrot will be quite ripe and ready to harvest. Digging up root crops should be done carefully so as not to damage them. After harvesting the crop should be washed and dried in the sun.
Shelf life
Tushon is very small, so it is better to use the crop immediately.
Diseases and pests
Variety Tushon not subject to various diseases and pests. To prevent diseases, it is recommended to disinfect seeds before planting.. It is not necessary to plant the roots in the place where dill, parsley, cumin and parsnip used to grow. This can lead to carrot infections and diseases.
Various problems and solutions
Failure to adhere to the rules of planting and care may cause some problems.
- It often happens that carrots have cracks, which leads to a deterioration in its taste. This can be avoided by regularly watering root crops, but at the same time avoiding over-wetting the soil.
- Many gardeners are faced with such a problem as the curvature of the shape of the fruit. This happens if the soil was too hard. Therefore, it is important to regularly loosen the soil.
- Inexperienced gardeners often encounter such a pest, like a carrot fly. This can occur if you do not disinfect or soak the seeds before planting. In addition, carrots are attracted by clover and dandelion, so weeds must be destroyed before planting.
Similar species
Among the varieties of carrots there are many species that are similar to the Tushon variety and have similar properties.
- Carrots Children's sweetness, as well as Tushon, belongs to the Amsterdam cultivar, has cylindrical pointed roots and gives good yields.
- Alyonka carrots similar to Tushon with its fragrant, sweet pulp and resistance to various diseases.
- Grade Nandrin similar to the Tushon variety of early ripening, cylindrical, even form.
To grow carrots Tushon is not necessary to be an experienced gardener. It is enough to follow the rules of planting and care, and then beautiful and tasty fruits will be the decoration of the table.
