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One of the most popular agricultural crops is cabbage. This vegetable not only has high taste, but also contains a large amount of useful substances. That is why it takes pride of place in garden beds. White cabbage varieties are especially popular among vegetable growers, one of which is Krautman cabbage.
The popular mid-late hybrid Krautman F1 was bred by Dutch breeders
Characteristics of Krautman cabbage
Krautman cabbage (pictured below) is a mid-season white cabbage variety. The period from germination to harvest lasts 4-6 months. The rosette of the plant is compact in size. Consists of slightly wrinkled, raised smooth leaves of medium size. The edges are even, smooth, the color is rich emerald, with a waxy coating of medium to strong intensity. The inner leaves are thin, delicate, light in color (lighter than the outer ones). The inner stalk is the same length as the outer one. The average weight of heads of cabbage is about 1.8-4.5 kg. Some specimens grow up to 6-7 kg.
The head of Krautman cabbage is half-covered, medium in size, round in shape, dense in structure
The heads of cabbage have an attractive appearance, do not crack in any weather conditions, and do not rot. They are stored for a long time after ripening on the root and are perfectly transported over long distances without loss of taste. The hybrid also adapts well to any weather conditions.
Advantages and disadvantages
Advantages of the Krautman hybrid:
- high productivity;
- friendly return of the harvest;
- the heads of cabbage do not rot or crack;
- excellent presentation;
- heads of cabbage can remain in the beds for a long time after full ripening;
- good transportability over long distances;
- excellent keeping quality;
- immunity to fungal diseases;
- easily adapts to a variety of weather conditions.
Disadvantages of the variety:
- weak root system, which leads to the plant falling on its side, under the weight of ripening heads of cabbage;
- lack of resistance to clubroot.
Yield of cabbage Krautman F1
White cabbage Krautman has a high yield - 400-900 c/ha. From 1 m2 you can collect about 8.0-9.5 kg. The harvest has fairly good keeping quality. Ripe heads of cabbage can be stored until early spring.
The ripening of heads of cabbage occurs almost simultaneously
Planting and caring for Krautman cabbage
To plant Krautman cabbage, you need to choose areas with loose, fertile loamy soil. They should also be well lit. The hybrid can be grown in seedlings and by direct sowing in the ground. The planting method depends on the weather conditions of the region where the vegetable plant is cultivated.
Planting seeds directly into open ground can be done in warm climate regions. In this case, it is necessary to wait for the soil to completely warm up to 14-15 ° C.At the same time, at night the air temperature should not drop below 16-18 °C.
In regions with cold climates, it is recommended to grow Krautman cabbage using seedlings. At the same time, pre-grown and strengthened seedlings are planted in closed or open ground. Approximately, the seedling is ready for transplantation at the age of 35-45 days.
It is recommended to sow seeds in early April. You can use wooden boxes for planting, which must be filled with soil. The seeds are sown in specially prepared grooves, to a depth of 1 cm. The recommended distance between seeds is at least 3 cm. The grooves are covered with earth on top, compacted and watered. The crops are covered with film and placed in a warm, bright place. After the shoots emerge, the film is removed. In the phase of 2 true leaves, you can pick. Before planting in open ground, seedlings must be hardened off.
It is recommended to plant seedlings at the end of May. The layout of the seedlings is 50 x 50 cm.
Step-by-step planting of Krautman cabbage seedlings:
- Water is poured into the previously prepared wells.
- The roots are placed in them.
- Sprinkle with soil up to the first pair of leaves.
- Compact the soil around the seedling.
- Water a little on top.
In the first few days, it is recommended to shade the seedlings, thereby protecting them from direct sunlight, which negatively affects survival rate.
It is necessary to care for the Krautman hybrid traditionally, just like other varieties of cabbage. Recommended care procedures include:
- watering;
- loosening;
- hilling;
- feeding.
It is recommended to carry out the first watering with a solution of potassium permanganate (light pink).In the future, the cabbage is watered once a week. Water consumption – 12 l per 1 m2. Watering is especially important for plants in the first period after planting, during the active growth of green mass and the rapid setting of heads of cabbage.
The first feeding should be carried out 21 days after transplanting the seedlings. Mullein solution can be used as a fertilizer. It is recommended to repeat the procedure after 14 days.
It is necessary to feed cabbage at the second stage of the growing season, adhering to the following rules:
- The amount of potassium and phosphorus fertilizers applied to the soil is doubled.
- Fertilizing with nitrogen is carried out twice as often.
Important maintenance activities are weeding, loosening and hilling. These procedures contribute to the formation of a powerful root system and increased productivity.
Diseases and pests
The Krautman variety is highly resistant to fungal diseases. The plant has weak immunity to diseases such as:
- Blackleg. The spread of the disease can be prevented by pulling out infected seedlings and removing them. The soil is treated with a solution of Bordeaux mixture (1%) and copper sulfate (5 g per 10 l of water).
Appears as black areas on plants; over time they die
- Kila. Characteristic signs are yellowing and wilting of plants. Affected foliage must be removed and the soil sprinkled with lime.
To prevent clubroot, seedlings can be treated with wood ash.
Pests that threaten Krautman cabbage include:
- cabbage fly;
- cruciferous flea beetle;
- cabbage whites.
Application
The Krautman hybrid is suitable for fresh consumption, preparing salads and other dishes. Can also be used salted and pickled.The variety has high taste and many beneficial properties. The leaves of the hybrid are juicy, crispy, sweet, and contain large amounts of vitamin C and A. A ripe head of cabbage contains 7.3% dry matter and 4% sugar, so it is excellent for pickling. 100 g of cabbage leaves contains about 46 mg of ascorbic acid.
Conclusion
Krautman cabbage has excellent taste and excellent presentation. In terms of productive indicators, it is considered one of the best in the group of mid-season hybrids of Dutch selection. It can be grown both on personal plots and on an industrial scale for commercial production. Growing this white cabbage will be economically profitable, since the variety has good yield.
