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Carrots are a unique vegetable crop. It is used not only in cooking, but also in cosmetology and medicine. The root vegetable is especially loved by fans of dietary, healthy eating. In domestic latitudes it can be found in almost every garden. Beginners and experienced farmers select the best varieties of this vegetable from a wide variety. These include carrots “Cascade F1”. You can see the root crop of this variety and learn about its taste and agrotechnical characteristics below.
External description and taste of the root vegetable
Carrots of the “Cascade F1” variety contain a significant amount of carotene and sugar. This composition affects the taste and external qualities of the root vegetable: the bright orange pulp is exceptionally juicy and sweet. The sweet vegetable is widely used for preparing fresh salads, vitamin juices, and baby food.
To obtain the required daily dose of carotene, it is enough to consume 1 carrot of this variety per day.
In addition to carotene, carrots are rich in other beneficial microelements. Thus, it contains potassium, calcium, phosphorus, chlorine, iron, magnesium, vitamins B, PP, K, C, E.
For connoisseurs of aesthetic qualities, the “Cascade F1” variety is a godsend:
- the shape of the root crop is conical;
- transverse diameter 3-5 cm;
- length up to 22 cm;
- weight at 50-80 g;
- no cracks or bumps.
This ideal description is confirmed by reviews from gardeners and photos of the vegetable.
Agricultural technology
"Cascade F1" is a first generation hybrid. This variety was obtained by breeders of the Dutch company Bejo. Despite foreign production, the crop is excellent for domestic conditions; it is successfully grown in the central and northwestern climatic zone of Russia. The variety is resistant to adverse weather conditions and a number of diseases.
To sow seeds, it is necessary to select an area with loose, fertile soil, on which melons, legumes, crops, cabbage, onions, tomatoes or potatoes previously grew. When forming rows, a distance of at least 15 cm should be provided between them. A distance of at least 4 cm should be provided between seeds located in the same row. It is recommended to plant seeds to a depth of 1-2 cm.
The period from the day of sowing the seeds of the “Cascade F1” variety to the day of harvesting is approximately 100-130 days. During the growing period, the vegetable must be watered and weeded abundantly. In the presence of favorable conditions, the yield of the variety is quite high - up to 7 kg/m2.
Secrets of growing delicious carrots
The “Cascade F1” variety at the genetic level provides for the formation of smooth and very tasty root crops. However, in order to get a rich harvest of beautiful carrots, the gardener needs to make some efforts and adhere to certain rules. So, when cultivating root crops, it would be useful to know the following points:
- The ideal soil for carrots is fertile loam with good drainage. To create such soil, it is recommended to mix garden soil, compost, sand, and peat. In heavy soils (clay), sawdust should be added in the amount of 1 bucket per 1 m2 soil. The sawdust must first be soaked in a urea solution.
- The root crop prefers soils with a slightly higher pH value.
- Excessive saturation of the soil with nitrogen leads to the appearance of bitterness in taste, the formation of many small roots, and cracks on the surface of the vegetable. Therefore, it is impossible to apply fresh manure to carrot crops.
- Watering carrots should be done regularly. In this case, the depth of soil saturation should be no less than the length of the root crop.
- To fertilize the crop during the period of active growth, watering with a weak solution of superphosphate should be provided.
- Thinning carrots will avoid deformed fruits. The first stage of thinning should be provided 2-3 weeks after emergence.
Additional information about the rules for growing delicious carrots can be found in the video:
Conclusion
Carrots are a source of useful vitamins and microelements that give a person strength and health. The carrot variety “Cascade F1”, in addition to benefits, also brings taste and aesthetic pleasure. Growing this variety on your own plot is not at all difficult; it requires a little effort and time. In gratitude for minimal care, carrots will definitely thank every farmer with a rich harvest.
