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In each region, certain climatic conditions prevail and in order to get a good harvest of any vegetables, you need to choose the right seed material. The weather can be so different that one type of crop cannot be grown even in neighboring areas. This problem also applies to carrots. Breeders are constantly developing new varieties and hybrids acclimatized to certain areas. Today we will talk about the best varieties of carrots for the Urals, and learn a few secrets about the correct preservation of the harvest.
Zoning varieties and features of growing carrots in the Urals
Carrots are sown in the Urals, as in any other regions, in spring or late autumn before winter. The composition of the soil may be different, but it must be loose. It is advisable to fertilize the soil with manure before planting. During the first 45 days of spring planting, the carrots develop poorly, the tops grow very tender. In order not to destroy the crop and enhance its growth, it is necessary to keep the bed clean from weedas well as pest control.Carrots love moisture, but within reasonable limits, so the frequency of watering must be observed.
As for the zoning of carrots, almost all Siberian varieties and hybrids grow well in the Urals. If we approach the issue more precisely, the climate of the southern part of the Urals is much more favorable. Varieties intended for the middle zone will take root well here. In the northern and central parts of the Urals, climatic conditions are difficult. Here it is better to give preference to cold-resistant varieties adapted to bad weather.
Agricultural technology consists of several stages:
- The area allocated for the garden bed is dug up in the fall. It is necessary to apply fertilizer from manure.
- If sowing is carried out in the fall before winter, the seed material is not soaked, but sown dry. During spring sowing, it is better to soak the grains.
- When shoots appear in the spring, excess plants are removed, that is, thinning is done. Carrots love loose soil and are afraid of the formation of a crust on it, so the soil must be constantly fluffed up. It is important not to forget about regular watering.
Carrots are considered an unpretentious crop, and many of its varieties are suitable for growing in the Urals. The grains begin to hatch when the soil temperature reaches +5OWITH.In many northern areas this occurs around the beginning of June.
The short, often cool summer does not allow late varieties to ripen in the open ground, bearing a harvest in about 140 days. It is better to give preference to early carrots, suitable for consumption after 70–100 days.
It is important to take into account here that all early varieties of carrots are not suitable for storage, and it will not be possible to stock up on root vegetables for the winter. Therefore, there is no way to do without sowing mid-season and late-ripening varieties. Such carrots can be stored until the next harvest and are great for processing and preservation.
Early varieties for the Urals
So, we’ll start our review with early varieties of carrots suitable for fresh consumption.
Amsterdam
Harvest ripening occurs in approximately 90 days. Carrots grow of medium size with a rounded end with a maximum length of 17 cm. The weight of a mature fruit is about 150 g. The pulp with a very thin core is crispy and tender. The root crop is completely immersed in the ground, which saves its upper part near the tops from landscaping. This variety loves good care, for which it will reward with a generous harvest of approximately 6 kg/m2. Carrots are not afraid of rainy summers and do not crack if there is excess moisture.
Victoria F1
Carrots are considered fully mature after 80 days. If bunched root crops are needed, they can be obtained within 70 days. The variety is distinguished by its powerful growth of tops. Carrots grow short, all the same size with a rounded end. The maximum length of the root crop is 20 cm, but the denser the sowing, the smaller the fruit. The pulp with a thin core has a reddish tint.The vegetable rarely throws out its arrows and takes root well on heavy soil. According to their intended purpose, the fruits are well suited for processing and fresh consumption.
Nastena
Ripening occurs after 80 days, but can take up to 3.5 months. Carrots grow evenly with smooth skin, the end is rounded. At its maximum length, the vegetable weighs approximately 150 g. The seeds of this variety are suitable for spring and autumn planting in the ground. The harvest can be stored for a short time. From 1 m2 the beds harvest about 6.5 kg of carrots. Spring sowing in the Urals begins no earlier than May, when night frosts stop. Before sowing, it is advisable to treat the grain with a growth stimulator.
Alenka
A fully mature harvest is considered after 70–80 days, and the root crop is ready for bunch production at fifty days of age. Carrots grow medium in size, smooth, with a maximum length of 12 cm. The flesh is crispy and sweet.
Belgien White
The variety is an acquired taste, as it produces white carrots. The root vegetable is often used as a seasoning for hot dishes. The raw pulp has virtually no odor. A special aroma appears after heat treatment.
Bangor F1
This hybrid produces delicious carrots, and although they are early, the harvest can last for a long time in the basement. The root crop grows long and thin, however, it has an impressive weight of up to 200 g.
Dragon
A specific variety of carrots with purple fruits. However, only the skin has this color, and the pulp itself and the core are traditionally orange. The vegetable is more suitable for preparing hot dishes, since heat treatment removes the unusual smell of the raw root vegetable.
Color F1
The fruits of this hybrid are very popular with children and are suitable only for fresh consumption.Carrots grow medium large, weighing about 200 g, the skin is smooth. The root crop is completely immersed in the ground, which eliminates the need for landscaping.
Finchor
Carrots are considered mature after 80 days. The variety is very high-yielding, the fruits are quite large, weighing about 150 g. The root crops grow evenly with smooth skin, the end is rounded. The crispy flesh is very sweet, the core is thin. Carrots grow completely buried in the ground, so the tops near the tops do not turn green. The harvested crop is not stored for a long time.
Medium varieties for the Urals
The ripening period for medium varieties is 3–3.5 months. Carrots are used not only for fresh consumption, but also for storage, preservation, and processing.
Vitamin 6
The carrot harvest can be harvested after about 100 days. The vegetable grows no more than 15 cm long, the rounded end is slightly thickened. The skin is smooth, the eyes are slightly visible on the surface. The core is very thin, occupying about 20% of the thickness of the pulp. A mature vegetable weighs approximately 165 g. Productivity under different growing conditions ranges from 3 to 7 kg/m2. The variety takes root well on drained peat bogs, does not throw arrows, but the root crop itself can crack.
Altai shortened
A very high-yielding variety produces short, thick fruits weighing approximately 150 g. The pulp is juicy, sweet, and covered with a smooth skin. Root crops can be harvested manually or mechanized. Carrots keep well for a long time. The vegetable is suitable for all types of processing and fresh consumption.
Callisto F1
The hybrid is intended for growing in open beds. Carrots are considered ripe after 3–3.5 months. The tops are rich green in color and powerful. Red flesh with a thin core covered with smooth skin.Carrots grow up to 22 cm long and are completely buried in the ground. A mature vegetable weighs about 135 g. The harvest can be stored until spring and is not afraid of long-term transportation.
Red giant
The ripening of root crops occurs in approximately 100 days. Carrots grow long, maximum 25 cm, weighing 150 g. The sweet flesh is covered with a smooth skin. The root crop does not like dense planting, so it must be thinned out. Regular watering is very important.
Forto
Harvesting of this carrot variety begins after 110 days. The fruits grow to a maximum of 20 cm in length, smooth with a rounded end. The pulp is characterized by a reddish tint, rich in sugar and juice. The variety does not lose its high yield even on heavy soil. Carrots are grown for storage, various processing and simply for consumption.
Nantes 4
Carrots ripen after 3–3.5 months. The shape of the vegetable is smooth, slightly tapering to a rounded end. With a maximum length of 18 cm, the root vegetable weighs up to 170 g. The sweet pulp is covered with a smooth skin with slightly visible eyes. The harvest is used for winter storage and processing. A very tasty fresh vegetable.
Late varieties for the Urals
Growing late varieties is justified for long-term storage. Some varieties of carrots can be stored until the next harvest in the spring.
Totem F1
Cone-shaped carrots grow quite long with a sharp end. The hybrid is considered high-yielding. A mature vegetable weighs no more than 150 g. The pulp is juicy red and has the same core. The vegetable is intended for winter harvesting and processing, and is perfectly preserved until spring.
Shantane 2461
The finished harvest can be expected no earlier than in 130 days.Carrots grow to a maximum length of 15 cm, weighing up to 250 g. The fruits taper slightly toward the rounded end. The root crop is completely buried in the ground, so the skin at the base does not turn green. In appearance, the flesh appears reddish, and the core is more prone to yellowness. Small eyes appear slightly on the smooth skin. The disadvantage of this variety is the thick and rough core. Productivity varies between 3–8 kg/m2. The fruits do not crack and are stored in the basement for a long time.
Tinga F1
The hybrid produces long, cone-shaped roots with a sharp end. A mature vegetable weighs about 120 g. The juicy pulp is covered with a smooth skin, the color is red, and the orange color dominates in the core. The hybrid is considered high-yielding; the collected root crops can be stored all winter.
Yellowstone
The shape of these carrots is a bit like a spindle. The fruits are even, smooth, and have a sharp end. A mature vegetable weighs a maximum of 200 g. The yield of the variety is very high. Carrots are tasty, but the yellow color of the pulp and core defines this vegetable more in the culinary direction.
Queen of Autumn
Harvesting begins after 130 days. Carrots grow large and long, maximum 22 cm. The weight of a mature root crop reaches 160 g. Inside the crispy pulp there is a rich red core. The carrots are even and smooth, which indicates their good presentation. The harvest is perfectly preserved throughout the winter and is used for processing and preservation. Sowing seeds of this variety can be done in spring or late autumn before winter.
Emperor
A crop with very powerful tops and large dark green leaves. Carrots are long with a rounded base and are completely buried in the ground. A mature vegetable weighs about 160 g, but can grow even more.Hidden inside the crispy sweet pulp is a thin core. The variety is distinguished by a good harvest in any region and without cracking of the fruit. Carrots are used for storage, processing and simply eating.
If the grown carrots go on sale, preference should be given to imported hybrids. For home use, in particular, winter preparations, varieties of domestic selection are more suitable. These crops are better adapted to the local climate, and the resulting harvest is stored the longest.
Secrets of preserving the harvest
Few people think about the fact that the ripening period of carrots affects the duration of its storage. These two indicators have a strong connection directly with each other. The growing season of early varieties is very short and such a vegetable will not be stored for long. For the winter you need to stock up on mid-season, or better yet, late-season carrots. However, if stored improperly, even such root vegetables can become moldy and begin to rot. A few tips will help you avoid crop loss:
- From the very beginning it is necessary to choose the right seed material. The main characteristics are written on the packaging. It is necessary to buy varieties that are acclimatized to the climate of a certain area, and also so that the resulting harvest can be stored.
- After harvesting, root crops must be carefully sorted. Smooth, whole fruits are left for storage. All carrots with mechanical damage or any stains are sent for processing.
- Root crops must be thoroughly dried before placing them in the basement. By the way, all unripe carrots should be discarded, as they will not be stored.
- Each package usually indicates the permissible storage time for vegetables. It is unlikely that this time will be overcome.
- Carrots can be stored in sand or PET bags. In the first case, dry sand is poured into any container with ventilation holes. These can be cardboard boxes, wallets, etc. When storing fruits in bags, it is necessary to provide access to air.
- It is important to maintain the same humidity and temperature in the basement throughout the entire storage period.
If possible, stored root vegetables should be inspected periodically. It will be easier to do this in packages. Fruits with signs of rot or mold must be removed immediately, otherwise healthy carrots will disappear from them.
The video talks about the rules for storing carrots:
Each vegetable grower chooses suitable varieties of carrots for himself, but it is better to stick to some variety. It’s good if carrots of different ripening times grow in the garden. This will allow for rational use of the crop.
