Zucchini is one of the most rewarding vegetables in the garden. Unpretentious to growing conditions, providing a harvest not only in the summer season, but also during the winter harvesting period, it always pleases lovers of gourmet dishes. Gardeners try to simultaneously grow zucchini varieties with different ripening periods. This sensible approach makes it possible to enjoy healthy zucchini all season long. Among the early ripening varieties, it is especially worth highlighting the “Roller” zucchini.
Description of the variety
According to its characteristics, it belongs to the ultra-early ripening varieties.
The description of the advantages of the “Roller” zucchini can begin precisely from the ripening period. 35-40 days after germination, the fruits are ready for consumption. The second important criterion is the high yield of the Roller variety. Among the main advantages of zucchini:
- cold resistance, which makes it possible to plant early;
- good transportability and presentation;
- possibility of growing in any soil;
- high level of fruit taste.
It is this last characteristic that allows the Roller zucchini to be used not only fresh, but also for culinary preparations. And the early ripening period makes it possible to harvest a good harvest before the onset of extreme heat.
The fruits of the Roller squash are white. They have a smooth, beautiful oval shape. The bark is smooth, of medium density. The pulp is very tasty, juicy and tender. Even a photo of the fruit looks no less appetizing than real zucchini.
Growing rules and care
To grow a good harvest, you need to plant quality seeds. The package must have a photograph of the variety.
To obtain high-quality seedlings, prepare a nutritious soil mixture. In early April, the seeds are sown in separate cups or special containers. “Roller” zucchini seedlings are planted for permanent residence according to the 70x70 pattern. When planting, two seeds are sown immediately in the ground in one hole at the same time. After germination, the weaker sprout is removed.
Further care consists mainly of proper watering and nutrition. The main requirement for watering is that it must be timely and regular. When growing Roller squash, in addition to applying fertilizers, it may be necessary to take measures to combat melon aphids. This variety is quite resistant to the effects of other parasites. Most often, Roller squash are affected by aphids in years with unfavorable climatic conditions. In case of massive damage, zucchini leaves become deformed, flowers and young ovaries fall off. Gardeners prefer to control pests with non-chemical means. These include:
- Infusion of wood ash (2 cups per 10 liters of water). In addition to the ash, you will need a piece of crushed soap (laundry soap). Both components are poured with water, stirred and left for a day. Spraying the leaves is done weekly.
- Tobacco infusion (1 liter of boiling water and 60 g of tobacco). Laundry soap (10g) is also added to this composition. Leave for a day and spray the leaves once a week.
- Dandelion infusion. You will need 450 g of crushed leaves and a bucket of hot water. Leave for two hours.Spray the leaves either in the morning or in the evening, as desired.
Among the chemical preparations, the preparations “Iskra”, “Strela”, “Intavir”, “Decis” provide good assistance to the “Rolik” zucchini during an aphid invasion. Any product is used according to the attached instructions.
If it is necessary to combat the pest during the period of fruit set, then use the biological insecticide “Fitoverm”.
The main advantage of Roller zucchini can be considered good reviews from summer residents. Among those who grew this variety are people of different ages and taste preferences. Almost everyone liked the Roller zucchini.
