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Broccoli Parthenon is a new promising hybrid crop that appeared on the market not so long ago, but has already gained popularity among gardeners. It is valued for its high yield, which is preserved in all regions of Russia, and its excellent taste. The productivity of the variety is not affected by temperature changes. However, to obtain a good hybrid harvest, it is necessary to take into account the manufacturer’s recommendations for planting and further care.
Broccoli Parthenon is recommended for growing in open and closed ground
Description of broccoli variety Parthenon F1
The hybrid is a tall, powerful plant, the height of which reaches 80 cm. The rosette of leaves ranges from vertical to raised. The plates are located on long petioles. The leaves of Broccoli Parthenon are medium-sized, gray-green in color, bubbly with a wavy edge. The hybrid forms round-flat heads, weighing 0.6-0.9 kg. They are dense, blue-green in color and have no covering leaves.
The taste of Parthenon broccoli is rated as excellent.The hybrid is characterized by a high content of mineral components and vitamins. The yield of fruits is friendly.
Parthenon does not form side shoots
Productivity
The hybrid belongs to the category of mid-late crop species. Its growing season is 85-90 days. Productivity reaches 3.3 kg per 1 sq. m. The hybrid is suitable for fresh consumption, processing, freezing.
Advantages and disadvantages
Broccoli Parthenon has many advantages, which has contributed to the growing popularity of this type of vegetable. However, it also has certain disadvantages that should be taken into account when growing.
The calorie content of broccoli Parthenon is only 35 Kcal per 100 g of product
Main advantages:
- excellent taste;
- high content of useful components;
- stable yield;
- resistance to temperature changes;
- universal application.
Flaws:
- does not form side shoots;
- requires regular watering and fertilizing;
- needs protection from pests.
Planting Broccoli Parthenon
Broccoli Parthenon can be grown by seedlings and direct sowing in the ground. In each case, it is necessary to follow certain rules of agricultural technology so that the seedlings can fully develop and produce a good harvest in the future.
Growing seedlings
The seedling method of cultivation makes it possible to accelerate the fruiting of the hybrid by two weeks. Sowing at home should be carried out at the end of March, at the beginning of April, so that the age of the plants at the time of planting in a permanent place is 30-35 days.
To do this, you will need to prepare wide containers with a height of at least 10 cm with drainage holes.It is recommended to lay a layer of pebbles 1 cm thick at the bottom. And fill the rest of the space with a nutritious soil mixture of peat, turf, sand, and humus in equal proportions. A few days before planting, the substrate should be poured with a bright pink solution of potassium permanganate, and then dried until characteristic flowability appears.
Hybrid seeds do not require pre-sowing preparation, as the manufacturer has taken care of this.
Before planting, the soil must be watered and leveled. The seeds must be spread on top at a distance of 1 cm from each other. After this, sprinkle them with a 1 cm layer of soil and moisten the surface of the substrate with a spray bottle. For successful seed germination, the container must be covered with glass or film and placed in a dark place with a temperature of +20-23 °C.
After friendly shoots appear, the container must be moved to a bright windowsill. When the seedlings become stronger, they should be adapted to external conditions and the cover should be completely removed. In the future, it is necessary to water the broccoli Parthenon seedlings moderately. And when cotyledons appear, plant the seedlings in separate containers to form a powerful root system.
Friendly shoots of the hybrid appear 4-5 days after planting
It is recommended to transfer Parthenon broccoli seedlings to a permanent location when the soil has warmed up sufficiently and the threat of return frosts has passed. The recommended planting pattern is 30*50 cm.
Sowing in open ground
To plant a hybrid directly in open ground, it is recommended to prepare the site in advance. To do this, you need to dig it up and add 10 kg of humus per square meter. m.Then carefully level the bed and water it with Fitosporin solution, which will prevent seedlings from being damaged by blackleg at an early stage of development.
For planting, it is recommended to make holes 1-2 cm deep at a distance of 30 cm, keeping a distance of 50 cm in the row. Water each one generously and place three seeds. Then sprinkle with soil, level the surface and cover the bed with agrofibre.
After the seedlings emerge, remove the cover, leave one of the strongest seedlings in the hole, and remove the rest or transplant them to another place.
Caring for Broccoli Parthenon
Broccoli belongs to the category of moisture-loving crops, so it is necessary to water the vegetable regularly throughout the growing season. Moisturize 1-2 times a week at moderate air temperatures and daily during hot dry periods. After each watering, it is recommended to loosen the soil at the base of the plants to maintain air access to the roots.
Feeding is also important for Parthenon broccoli. It must be carried out three times per season. Fertilizers should be applied for the first time during the active growing season of the hybrid, using urea or ammonium nitrate at the rate of 30 g per 10 liters of water. The second and third feeding should be carried out every two weeks. For them, it is recommended to use superphosphate 20 g and potassium sulfide 25 g per 10 liters of water.
Caring for Parthenon broccoli involves regular weeding and hilling. These activities are recommended to be carried out before the plants in the row close together.
Harvest and storage
The hybrid must be harvested in the first half of August. The heads should be cut in dry, clear weather with a petiole 10 cm long.It is recommended to store the harvested crop at a temperature of +2 °C and a humidity of about 60%. The shelf life of fresh product is no more than four weeks.
Timely harvesting is recommended for the hybrid.
Conclusion
Broccoli Parthenon is rightfully considered one of the best types of crops, which is confirmed by reviews from gardeners. The hybrid does not require complex care, but at the same time shows high productivity even in unfavorable seasons. However, for this you need to strictly adhere to the rules of agricultural technology, otherwise the resulting harvest may differ radically from what was expected.
Reviews from gardeners about broccoli Parthenon F1
