Potato Kumach has received great recognition worldwide due to the fact that it has unique taste. Its taste is a little sweet, so little kids like it very much. This variety gained great popularity not only in the countries of the former USSR, but also far beyond its borders.
- Variety characteristic
- Description of the plant
- Description of the fruit
- Benefits of the variety
- Growing rules
- Nursing
- Diseases and parasites
- Conclusion
Description of the potato Kumach
Characteristics of the variety
This type of potato was bred in Russia at the beginning of the 21st century. Just a few months later it was entered into the register. This type of potato was created in order to vyr protect it in the central parts of the country, because it is in such an area that a large amount of soil rich in black soil is observed.
On average, its ripening period is 90 days. The description indicates that it tolerates drought well, and this does not appear on the total yield.
It is important to pay attention to the fact that it is not recommended to plant it on those sections of the soil where dioecious plants used to grow. The soil on which flax, legumes and crops were grown is best.
Description of the plant
Kumach has an almost erect bush. That is, at some points in time, it can give in to a little tilt, and block the space between the rows.The bushes are represented in an average size, and have a type of growth, which is called intermediate.
The leaves of such a bush are represented in an average size, and have a dark saturated green color. They are also presented in an intermediate version of development. Variegated shades can be seen inside the flower itself, but the violet or blue color is more pronounced.
Each tuber contains from 10 to 20 fruits. If you properly care for this plant, the number of fruits can reach 25.
Description of the fruit
The root crop appears in the form of an oval, and may contain a small number of small eyes, which do not penetrate so much into the inside. The fruits have a pink crust, which is very smooth to the touch. The pulp of all fruits has a creamy tint that does not change when exposed to high temperatures.
The average weight of each potato is about 200 g. If you properly care for the vegetative process of potatoes, this weight can increase by 40-50 g. This potato variety has a high level of starch in its composition. Its amount can reach 18%. The minimum amount of starch that was found was 12%.
Due to its pleasant taste, it is best to cook various mashed potatoes, or fry french fries. It can be used to make soups, but it will be boiled and the same puree will be obtained.
Grade benefits
Excellent yield
If you carefully consider this potato variety, you can come to the conclusion that it has a number of advantages, among other species of its kind. The main advantages include the following parameters:
- characteristic indicates high taste qualities that are noted by all farmers and summer residents;
- high level of yield: from 1 ha you can collect about 1 t harvest;
- resistance to most known diseases, except for a nematode;
- unpretentiousness in leaving;
- well exposed to long transportation;
- it is excellent sold due to amazing commercial qualities.
Growing rules
If you pay attention to the fact that this type of potato If he loves the sun’s rays, then you should plant it from the northern part, advancing to the southern. This will create ideal conditions for lighting for all the bushes that are only in your garden.
A certain distance should be kept between the bushes, which is 60 cm. This will allow the bushes not to touch each other, and will facilitate harvesting . Between the rows, it is necessary that the distance is at least 40 cm. But the seed should be planted to a depth of 15 cm.
Care
Every farmer knows that every potato needs careful care. This is the only way to achieve a good harvest. You should not forget about such basic things as hilling, watering and removing weeds. Important is the fact that you need to take care of fertilizing and loosening the soil. Top dressing is carried out only 1 time for the entire season. As fertilizer, you can use ordinary bird or cow droppings, which are diluted with water. At least 2 liters of organic fertilizer should be added to 1 bush.
When you plant seed, a small amount of litter can be put in each well. This will increase the yield and taste of the fetus. After the flowering is over, you can spray the plant with phosphorus fertilizers. But you should not use tree ash.
Diseases and parasites
Most known diseases have no effect on this variety of potato. The only problem is the nematode. If you began to notice that your plants prematurely began to bore their leaves, unusual spots appear on the leaves, the stems begin to bend, or flowering occurs with a certain delay, then you should immediately begin to fight the nematode. These are its main symptoms.
The best in the fight against this disease helps a special chemical called Thiazon. The only problem is that it is a highly toxic drug.Experts recommend using it a few weeks before you plant the seeds.
You can also use bird droppings or cows in the fight against the nematode. You can use potato sprouts that you need to dig into the ground.
Conclusion
No wonder the potato Kumach gained immense popularity. Unique taste, a good characteristic of transportation and high productivity – all this affects the fact that potatoes deserved to deserve to be among the best varieties of their kind.
If you take care of it correctly, you can get the perfect harvest, to the envy of everyone around. Only with great labor can success be achieved. Do not think about the fact that if she is not picky about leaving, then you can not take care. The crop will be, but not in the quantity that really will surprise you. The description confirms that this is a great choice for every gardener.
