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The radish hybrid Celeste F1, which is distinguished by its early ripening period, up to 20-25 days, and sought-after consumer qualities, was created by breeders of the Dutch company EnzaZaden. In Russia, it has been cultivated for home gardens and agro-industrial cultivation since 2009. During this time, the Celeste radish has become popular.
Description
The radish hybrid is distinguished by a compact rosette of tops, bright green leaves grow low. Root crops of the Celeste variety reach 4-5 cm in diameter when fully ripe. Round, with a thin tail and shiny bright red skin. The pulp is dense, juicy, with a characteristic radish smell. The taste of root vegetables of the Celeste variety is pleasant, has an appetizing bitterness, but is slightly spicy. With a good agricultural background, radish gains 25-30 g in 25 days. You get 3-3.5 kg of crispy spring delicacy per 1 sq. m.
Advantages and disadvantages
Advantages | Flaws |
Precocity | The plant does not develop well in heavy, saline and acidic soils |
High degree of productivity and marketability of the hybrid radish variety Celeste: simultaneous ripening, uniformity of root crops, attractive appearance, pleasant expected taste | Requirements for soil fertility depending on predecessor crops.Plant development and yield drop sharply if the area was previously occupied by any type of cabbage and other cruciferous vegetables, as well as beets or carrots |
Easy care. Hybrid radish variety Celeste is grown in open ground and in greenhouses | Requires sufficient watering, but without waterlogging |
Transportability and shelf life of root crops of the Celeste hybrid |
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Resistance of Celeste radish to bolting and flowering |
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Hybrid Celeste is not susceptible to peronosporosis |
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Preparing seeds for sowing
Having purchased the seeds of the Celeste hybrid in branded packaging from the manufacturer, they are simply sown in the soil. It is recommended to prepare and disinfect untreated seeds. Many gardeners have their own methods for treating radish seeds before sowing. The most popular is soaking in hot water or potassium permanganate.
- Radish seeds in a gauze bag are placed in a container with hot water: no higher than 50 OC for 15-20 minutes;
- Soak in a pink solution of potassium permanganate for 15-20 minutes;
- Then the seeds are dried and sown;
- In order for the grains to germinate faster, they are kept for 24-48 hours in a damp cloth in a warm place;
- For the successful development of the Celeste variety, they practice soaking the seeds in solutions of growth stimulants according to the instructions.
Features of cultivation
Radish Celeste F1 is cultivated for spring and late summer or autumn sowing. The plant bears fruit best on loose sandy loam soils with a neutral acidity reaction - 6.5-6.8 Ph. Radishes are not planted in areas that were occupied by other root crops last year.Those gardeners who prefer to apply mineral fertilizers adhere to the recommended rate per 1 square meter. m: 20 g superphosphate, 100 g potassium sulfate, 30 g potassium magnesium, 0.2 g boron. Fertilize the soil with humus - 10 kg per 1 sq. m.
In the open ground
Radishes are sown on the plot in April or until mid-May in still moist soil. As a seasonal autumn vegetable, radishes of the Celeste variety begin to be grown in late July or August, which depends on the climatic conditions of the regions.
- Furrows for sowing are made every 10-12 cm. Seeds are laid out at intervals of 4-5 cm to a depth of 2 cm. On dense soils they are deepened only 1-1.5 cm;
- Holes for seeds are also marked using seedling cassettes, where the bottoms are arranged according to a 5 x 5 cm pattern;
- Watering is carried out regularly so that the soil does not dry out, approximately 10 liters per 1 square meter. m, if watered daily;
- Feed 2 weeks after germination with infusion of chicken manure in a ratio of 1:15, watering between rows.
In the greenhouse
In closed ground conditions, radishes of the Celeste variety are sown in winter or at the end of March, beginning of April. Care must be taken to add humus for plowing.
- In hot weather, radishes are watered daily with 5-7 liters per square meter;
- In cloudy, damp weather, it is enough to water with the same rate once every 2-3 days;
A week and a half after emergence, the Celeste hybrid is fertilized with mullein solution: 200 g per 10 liters of water, adding 1 teaspoon of urea.
Problems during cultivation
Problem | Causes |
Celeste radish roots are small, rough, fibrous | Late sowing: at temperatures above 22 °C, radish develops worse. Lack of moisture in the top layer of soil in the first 2 weeks of root crop growth |
The plant shoots | At the beginning of growth, during the first 10-15 days the weather is below 10 °C or above 25 °C. The seeds are sown too thickly |
Too dense and hard root vegetables | After rains or irregular watering, a crust has formed on the garden bed |
Radish Celeste bitter | The plant developed for too long due to non-compliance with the rules of agricultural technologies: poor soil, lack of watering |
Diseases and pests
The hybrid radish variety Celeste has developed immunity against many diseases. Gardeners note that he practically does not get sick. Only through violation of watering rules can fungal rot develop.
Diseases/pests | Signs | Control measures and prevention |
White rot occurs when there is excess moisture at temperatures above 22 °C | Browning of the root, soft tissue with white spots | The radishes are removed. Root crops have not been sown in the garden for 3 years. In the greenhouse, the soil is disinfected |
Gray rot appears when there is excess moisture and a temperature of 15-18 oC | Brown spots have a gray coating | Every autumn, you should carefully remove all plant debris and observe crop rotation. |
Viral mosaic is transmitted by aphids and weevils | The leaves are covered with patterned spots. The plant does not develop | There is no treatment. Prophylactically follow growing recommendations |
Actinomycosis develops in hot and dry weather | Brown spots and spots that turn into growths on the root crop | Compliance with crop rotation |
Black leg occurs more often in a greenhouse when the soil and air are waterlogged | The plant is rotting at the base. The entire crop may die | Regular watering without excess, ventilation, crop rotation |
Cabbage flea beetle | Leaves of young plants with holes. Seedlings may die | Dust with wood ash and ground pepper. The latest popular invention: spraying with “Bim” shampoo, which is designed to combat fleas in dogs (50-60 ml per 10 liters of water) |
Conclusion
Hybrid is a profitable solution for homestead farming. A harvest with minimal care, which includes loosening the soil and regular moderate watering, is guaranteed. The first spring root vegetables add variety to the family menu.
