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Dill Superducat OE is a high-yielding variety of greens that contains a complex of minerals and vitamins necessary for a person during the period of vitamin deficiency. Dill is considered one of the most popular herbs among chefs and housewives. The taste and medicinal properties are valued among ordinary consumers. The varietal diversity is so wide that differences in species are noticeable only after independent cultivation. The cultivation technology is simple and does not require much effort if the greens grow in comfortable conditions.
Description of dill Superducat
The fragrant variety was bred by Danish scientists, then, after being imported to Russia, it was included in the State Register in 1973 for the cultivation of personal subsidiary plots. Ripe Superducat has a characteristic green color with a turquoise tint, which creates a light waxy coating throughout the plant. The stem grows up to 80-120 cm. The diameter of the inflorescence is 25 cm, bright yellow in color with a noticeable fragrant odor. The growing season lasts 90-110 days. The leaves are elongated - 18-20 cm, and do not wither for a long time after being cut. When tasting, you can feel the delicate taste, juiciness and aroma of the greens.
Dill Superducat is approved for cultivation in the Central, North Caucasus and Ural regions of the country. The weight of an adult plant is 50-150 g.The root system is located in the upper layers of the soil - 15-20 cm. Judging by reviews, dill Superducat OE does not grow on soils close to the groundwater surface. The variety has a medium ripening period, so the greenery develops quickly before flowering and does not decrease in quantity.
After full ripening, the umbrellas are cut off, the seeds are dried and used as a seasoning for dishes, and the oils are extracted. The greens will continue to grow until the roots are removed or there is a severe drop in temperature. Dill is dried for the winter and consumed raw. The juice is used as a diuretic or headache medicine. Among other things, this and other varieties quickly lower blood pressure in emergency cases.
Productivity
From the moment of planting to the harvest of the first harvest, 1.5-2 months pass. Productivity of ground greens per 1 sq. m is 2-2.5 kg, seeds - 150-200 g. The content of essential oils in green dill is from 0.8 to 1.5% by wet weight, in seeds up to 7%. The yield is affected by the weather conditions of planting and growing, and the microclimate if dill is grown in a greenhouse. Seeds planted in April do not tolerate temperatures below - 7 °C. In the shade, the Superducat dill variety produces less yield than in the sun. Greens may not sprout when carrots, celery or parsley previously grew at the planting site. The yield will be small if the variety is grown in a container where the wall height is below 25 cm.
Sustainability
Dill Superducat is moderately resistant to pests and diseases. The plant is difficult to tolerate all forms of powdery mildew, rust, blackleg, fusarium and fomoz. Dangerous pests for greenery:
- aphid;
- dill moth;
- striped shieldweed;
- carrot fly.
When carrying out preventive spraying with chemicals, the plant will not be subject to severe insect attacks. When grown in greenhouses, Superducat is practically not resistant to drafts and powdery mildew. The climate of the region affects not only the yield of the plant. Dill growth stops at 30-50 cm in planting regions with a high humidity coefficient. Drought resistance is high, but do not forget about regular watering, which helps to increase branching.
Advantages and disadvantages
Based on the description of the dill variety Superducat OE and reviews from summer residents who grow greens not only for home use, we can highlight the special qualities of the plant:
- flexible stem - does not break during strong gusts of wind, does not fall after rain;
- high tolerance to diseases;
- the presence of useful micro and macroelements;
- aroma before and after harvest;
- attractive presentation;
- seed germination after harvesting lasts up to 3-4 years;
- versatility of application.
Disadvantages of the Superducat OE variety:
- greens should not be consumed by patients with low blood pressure;
- Excessive consumption provokes migraines and drowsiness;
- Improper storage conditions shorten the shelf life of dill and the presentation is lost.
Planting and caring for dill Superducat OE
First, the seeds are prepared, then the area for planting is prepared. Seeds planted in moist soil germinate up to 90% of all planting material.Dill is checked for germination: seeds are spread in a thin layer on wet gauze, then covered with a napkin soaked in a diluted solution of stimulants. If necessary, add water. On days 2-3, the first shoots appear, from which the percentage of total germination is determined. Before planting, the seeds are exposed to the sun so that the material warms up well.
The place for planting Superducat dill should be spacious, without shadows. It’s good if melons or cucumbers previously grew on the site. The quality is suitable for chernozem, loam or a light substrate of clay and sand. The soil is dug up several times so that the soil is loose and well saturated with oxygen. For the Superducat variety, ditches are made with a blunt top, on which furrows are drawn. Seeds are planted individually at close distances, although most gardeners do not make ditches and plant dill by continuous sowing.
The optimal time for planting is early April, before winter. After stable above-zero temperatures, the seeds are planted to a depth of 1-2 cm. In the second case, dill is planted 4 cm deep. Seeds are sown every 10-15 days in order to use fresh Superducat for a long period. The row spacing should maintain a distance of 20-30 cm. Immediately after planting, dill is watered from a watering can.
Growing technology
Caring for seedlings and adult Superducat dill consists of watering, thinning the beds and loosening the soil. Superducat is watered daily in hot climates and 2-3 times a week under normal conditions. For 1 sq. m of planted seeds, watering takes up to 10-20 liters of water.Typically, a watering can is used for watering, or the process can be automated by installing lawn sprayers on the site.
After rooting, weeding is done. To protect the roots, it is better to work without garden tools. Young Superducat easily pulls out, so weeding is done 2.5 weeks after planting. Removal weed Do it at every opportunity, although once a week will be enough.
When the Superducat dill is completely rooted, they begin to loosen it. Using a small garden rake, loosen the soil 5 cm deep. This way, the established crust after watering will better allow oxygen to pass through, and the dill will quickly grow. When loosening, you should be careful, because the slightest damage to the roots can lead to the death of the plant. When the sowed dill has sprouted and the beds are very thick, thinning is carried out. Dill Superducat will quickly bloom and green up after removing weak plants.
Compost, nettle infusion, potassium and phosphorus minerals are suitable as fertilizers. Fertilizing is done before planting, then during flowering of Superducat dill. In case of poor plant growth, fertilizers are added again. For example, if the yellowness of the bush or dry branches are noticeable, water the wilted dill with urea at the rate of 1 tsp. per 10 liters of water with a small admixture of manure or compost.
Diseases and pests
The disease or appearance of a pest is determined by the nature of the damage to the dill. Based on the description of the resistance of the dill variety Superducat to diseases and parasites, the most dangerous for it are aphids, rust, powdery mildew, and blackleg. If aphids infect the plant completely, and dill can be saved by spraying with pesticides, then only complete removal of the greenery helps against blackleg.At the initial stage of the appearance of fungus, a solution of foundationazole helps.
When powdery mildew occurs, Superducat becomes covered with a whitish coating, which is removed by spraying a bucket of water with a 2% sulfur solution. Signs of rust are immediately noticeable - brown spots on the stem and umbels of dill. Superducat will protect against fungus with a diluted solution of copper sulfate and slaked lime: 1 tbsp per 10 liters. l each of the components. Fusarium wilt occurs quite often: the leaves turn yellow, then wither and the dill dies.
Dill moth, like the striped stink bug, attacks dill umbrellas and foliage. Superducat withers, the inflorescences become covered with rusty spots, and cocoons of larvae are visible on the stems. Eliminate the infection gradually: spray once a week with a weakly concentrated solution of sulfur and copper sulfate. Sometimes young greenery is attacked by caterpillars, ants or slugs, then the roots of the plant are sprinkled with dust.
Conclusion
Dill Superducat OE is the most popular variety among the herbs planted on the site. By providing comfortable growing conditions, the gardener will receive a high-quality and juicy harvest. The cultivation technology is quite simple and does not require professional agronomist skills.
