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Pablo's beet is a Russian variety of universal use. Differs in good taste, attractive shape and high yield. Resistant to frost, drought and most diseases and pests.
Origin story
Pablo's beet is a hybrid of the first generation (designation F1), obtained in 1991. The crop was successfully tested, and in 1993 it was included in the register of breeding achievements. Approved for cultivation in all regions of Russia, including the North, North-West, Ural, Western and Eastern Siberia and the Far East. Also, the hybrid can be cultivated in neighboring countries - Belarus, Ukraine, Moldova.
Description of Pablo beet variety
Pablo beet leaves are oval in shape, green in color, the surface is slightly bubbly, with moderately wavy edges. The leaf rosette is powerful, erect. The petiole is moderately long, the color is rich pink, red.
Root crops are not too large, their weight reaches 110-180 g, less often up to 200 g. The shape of Pablo's beets is round, leveled, 15 cm in diameter, is considered exemplary. The root tail is typical - long and thin. The skin is also thin, smooth to the touch, the color is maroon. The head has a weak suberization; the rings are also not pronounced.
The pulp of Pablo beetroot has a deep red color, with a ruby tint. It is quite dense and at the same time juicy and tender. The taste is full-bodied, with a noticeable sweetness. In terms of chemical composition, the share of dry matter reaches 14.5%, the total sugar content is 8.7%.
Characteristics of Pablo's beets
Pablo's beet is a hybrid. It is resistant to adverse weather conditions, as well as to common pests and diseases. That is why the variety can be cultivated in various regions of Russia - from the middle zone and the Krasnodar Territory to the Urals, Siberia and the Far East.
Ripening period and yield of Pablo beets
The variety belongs to the mid-season - roots are formed in 95-105 days after the mass emergence of the first shoots. The yield of Pablo beets reaches 6-7 kg from 1 m2 (with industrial cultivation from 240 to 320 kg / ha).
The yield of the marketable product of Pablo beet is 90–96%
Fruits are mature, if stored properly, they retain their density and taste for 4–5 months. They are transportable, well tolerated over long distances. Therefore, Pablo's beets are grown both for personal consumption and for sale, as well as for processing. The purpose is universal - for use in different dishes and preparations.
Frost resistance
The Pablo hybrid normally tolerates short-term frosts, although it is not frost-resistant. It is recommended to grow it in open, sunny areas.
Advantages and disadvantages
Pablo beets are valued by summer residents for their unpretentiousness and high yield. The pulp is delicious, great for preparing any dishes.
Pablo's beets have a pleasant taste and visual appeal
Pros:
- high productivity;
- excellent taste;
- the pulp retains its color even after heat treatment;
- marketable condition;
- keeping quality and transportability;
- resistance to frost, drought, diseases and pests;
- undemanding to the composition of the soil.
Minuses:
- there is no immunity from peronosporosis;
- tendency to early flowering and shooting.
Landing dates
The timing of planting Pablo beets depends on the cultivation method and the climatic characteristics of the region. If planted in open ground, you need to wait until the soil warms up to 8 degrees Celsius and above. Moreover, according to the forecast, there should not be recurrent frosts, since because of them, part of the crops may die.
Therefore, most often summer residents choose the following terms:
- south - early April;
- middle band - end of the month;
- the rest of the regions - the first half of May.
If you plant Pablo's beet seeds in a greenhouse, you can do it 7-10 days earlier. In the case of growing seedlings, they are guided by the same periods, taking into account the fact that the seedlings must be transferred to open ground a month after the emergence of seedlings:
- south - the beginning of spring;
- middle band - the last days of March;
- the rest of the regions - the first half of April.
If the weather is unfavorable, you can wait a few days, but not more. Otherwise, the seedlings will stretch, which will have a bad effect on the yield.
Pablo's beet planting methods
Most often, Pablo beets are grown by direct sowing into the ground, although seedlings are also allowed. If you plant seeds, for example, in early April, then the first crop can be harvested in mid-July. This is especially convenient for regions with cold springs, where return frosts are possible even in May.
Seedling growing method
A week before planting, Pablo's beet seeds are immersed in salted water (5%) and after a few minutes those that float are removed. Then they can be soaked in warm water until completely swollen and placed on the bottom shelf of the refrigerator for a week. Thanks to this, germination will increase.
Pablo's beet seedlings are grown in cool conditions
Seeds can be planted either in common containers or in individual cups or peat pots. The soil can be bought in a store or made up on your own on the basis of sod soil with compost or humus, peat and sand (2: 1: 1: 1).
Pablo beet seeds are planted to a depth of 1–1.5 cm with a distance of 4–5 cm, watered, covered with foil or glass, and grown at room temperature. After the emergence of seedlings, it is better to transfer containers with seedlings to a cool room (14-15 degrees). Before transplanting, the seedlings are immersed for several hours in a chatterbox with clay and a growth stimulator (for example, "Zircon"). Then they will quickly take root in a new place.
Landing in open ground
Beets are grown in an open bed, protected from stagnant water (a small hill). The site is pre-cleaned, the soil is dug up and fertilized (it is enough to add a bucket of compost or humus for each square meter). Landing scheme:
- furrow depth - 10 cm;
- row spacing - 30–40 cm;
- the distance between the seeds is 10 cm.
At the first stage, a dense planting is allowed with an interval of 6 cm, after which the seedlings must be thinned out, leaving 10 cm between them. The soil is laid tightly so that the seed can destroy the shell.
Pablo's Beet Care
Pablo's beets do not need special care. This is an unpretentious plant, which is enough to provide infrequent watering and 2-3 fertilization per season. Water is given twice a month so that the surface layer of the soil has time to dry out. At the same time, three weeks before harvesting, watering is completely stopped. If the region is dry and the area to be planted is large, it is advisable to use a drip irrigation system.
Fertilizers are applied several times per season:
- Before planting in the soil, any nitrogen fertilization is embedded, for example, urea in an amount of 20 g per 1 m2.
- At the time of the beginning of the formation of the root crop, organic matter is introduced (infusion of mullein, bird droppings).
- After three weeks, add superphosphate (40 g per 1 m2) and potassium salt (20-30 g per 1 m2).
Even with minimal maintenance, Pablo's beets yield consistently high yields.
Possible diseases and pests
Pablo's beets are resistant to many common diseases and pests: cercosporosis, scab, root root.
Like any other variety, Pablo is not immune to pests. The main preventive measure is to sprinkle the aisles with ash, tobacco dust. In extreme cases, chemicals can be used. Beets tend to form seed arrows. The crop can suffer from oversporosis and beet weevil.
Sometimes beets are attacked by fungal diseases and other infections. In most cases, this is due to improper care. The plant needs to be provided with moderate, not too frequent watering, regular loosening of the soil. Every 3-4 years, the planting site must be changed, trying not to plant beets in those areas where any root crops previously grew.
Conclusion
Pablo beet is a fairly popular beet variety, which is recommended by more than 90% of summer residents. Root crops of the correct shape, with a pleasant taste, are well preserved until spring. The hybrid is resistant to bad weather and many pests. Periodically, the planting should be inspected and, if necessary, treated with chemicals or folk remedies.
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