Carrot Losinoostrovskaya 13: description of the variety and cultivation characteristics

Description and characteristics of the variety

The carrot variety Losinoostrovskaya 13 has cylindrical root crops, most often approximately the same diameter along the entire length (about 32–42 mm). The tip has a rounded shape, less often - pointed. The average length of a commercial quality root crop is 13-15 cm. The average weight is 70–160 g.

On the skin of a delicate structure there are small eyes, as well as thin lateral root processes. The root vegetable has a bright orange color both on the outer part and on the core. The shape of the core in cross section can be round or similar to a polyhedron.

The tops are straight, can be slightly spread out to the sides, its height is 35–40 cm. The number of leaves of the rosette is 13 (one version says that this fact became decisive when choosing the name), less often - 11. The leaf contour is strongly indented, the leaf and the petiole is almost the same size. The color of the tops is intense green.

History of creation

The variety was bred at the Federal Scientific Center for Vegetable Growing in the late 50s of the 20th century; an application for registration was submitted in 1960. 4 years later, Losinoostrovskaya 13 was included in the State Register of the Russian Federation.

Important! A pleasant feature of the variety is the fact that at the base of the root crop, where it grows together with the tops, there is no green circle characteristic of most other varieties. The reason is the fact that the root crop is entirely in the soil during its growth and development.

Planting region and ripening time

According to the State Register of the Russian Federation, the variety is recommended for cultivation in the following regions of Russia:

• northwest and central part of the Russian Federation;
• Chernozem region;
• Volga region;
• North of Russia;
• North Caucasus;
• Western Siberia and the Far East.

Refers to mid-season varieties. The time required from the appearance of the first shoots to harvest is 87–118 days.

Productivity of the variety

It has excellent yield indicators - 5.4–7.7 kg/m².

Disease resistance

Thanks to the work of breeders, it is immune to most of the diseases typical of Umbrellas. Not subject to flowering, adapted to sudden cold snaps.

Description of the variety

The Losinoostrovskaya variety is not distinguished by large fruits, but they contain a lot of carotene and fructose. Thanks to its juicy pulp, carrots are used to make juices. The root vegetable has a sweet taste, without bitterness. Its core is clearly expressed:

• Losinoostrovskaya 13 carrots are orange in color. The fruit has a cylindrical shape, the end is pointed. The surface is ribbed, with pronounced eyes. Some may sprout;
• the average length of the fruit is 13-15 cm, diameter no more than 3 cm. The weight of one fruit is 165 g;
• The bush is compact, the stems are directed upward. There are 13 of them in number, which is why the variety has the corresponding name;
• when sowing, it is recommended to adhere to the standard 5*20 cm pattern;
• according to the description of the variety by the manufacturer, at this planting density there is a high yield, up to 7 kg/m2;
• the optimal temperature for normal root development is 15-20 C. The hotter the climate, the worse the carrots develop. Growth also decreases at temperatures below 15 C;
• breeders have created a culture with increased immunity. The Losinoostrovskaya variety can resist not only bacteriological diseases, but also some fungal diseases, such as phomosis, bacteriosis, and rhizoctinosis.

For carrots, you need to choose the right platform. It is recommended to take into account crop rotation. Sowing is carried out in areas where nightshade or legume plants grew. It is not recommended to use areas where garden herbs were grown: dill, celery, parsnips.

According to the description of the Losinoostrovsky variety, carrots can tolerate temperature changes and slight frost. Sowing is carried out when the soil warms up to a temperature of 5 C. Some gardeners practice sowing winter crops.

In this case, the seedlings are covered with lutrasil and a cushion of sawdust. Sprouts appear in early spring. The coating is removed when the air temperature reaches 8-10 C.

Pros and cons of the variety

• The Losinoostrovskaya 13 carrot variety has many advantages; below we will only talk about the main ones:
• wonderful taste;
• excellent appearance;
• delicate core structure;
• high carotene content;
• resistance to frost and temperature changes;
• immunity to most diseases affecting Umbelliferae;
• good resistance to parasites;
• no tendency to show off color;
• excellent yield indicators;
• universal application.

As for negative qualities, nothing is known about them. Both large farms and gardeners who grow the variety exclusively for their own consumption do not mention any negative features of this variety in their reviews of Losinoostrovskaya.

Among the distinctive qualities of this variety are the following:

• higher carotene content compared to most other carrot varieties;
• absence of a green ring around the base of the tops;
• excellent keeping quality.

Did you know? Both carrots and beets are, as you know, root crops; when growing both crops, thinning is carried out. However, there is such an interesting feature - beets pulled out during thinning can be transplanted to another place, and they will continue to grow. Carrots cannot be replanted - due to the weak root system, they simply will not take root.

Characteristic

The carrot variety Losinoostrovskaya 13 is grown in open areas. The variety was made popular by:

• high yield - 8 kg per 1 m²;
• resistance to low temperatures;
• good keeping quality.

The vegetable is widely used in cooking for making juices and purees. The growing season is 78–110 days. Losinoostrovskaya carrots are classified as mid-season crops.

Description of fruits

The leaves are green in color and have a semi-erect rosette. Most of the root crops are in the soil, occasionally protruding above the surface (up to 4 cm). Carrot fruits of the Losinoostrovskaya 13 variety are cylindrical in shape. The length of a mature root crop is 18 cm, weight - from 160 to 200 g.

Agricultural technology for growing the variety

The variety is not distinguished by its capricious disposition. Hence the simplicity of its cultivation: of all agricultural techniques, one should only loosen the soil at the right time, weeding, removing weeds, watering and fertilizing.

Optimal growing conditions

Losinoostrovskaya 13 carrots tolerate cold and temperature changes well. Seeds can be sown when the soil temperature reaches +5...+6°C. The growth and development of vegetables depends on air and soil temperatures.

The emergence of seedlings should be expected approximately 26–34 days after sowing at a temperature of +8…+9°C, and only after 1–1.5 weeks at +25°C. The root crop begins to actively develop at a temperature of +15...+19°C; for the growth of greenery, the most optimal temperature is within +20...+24°C. If the weather is too hot and the earth warms up to +25°C and above, the development of root crops slows down. Watering should be moderate in volume, but regular.

Video: Carrot variety Losinoostrovskaya 13

The crop is extremely dependent on the degree of soil moisture, its acidity and the content of minerals in it, especially in the first time after germination.

The most favorable ratio of the main elements in the substrate is as follows:

• N - 5 parts;
• R - 2;
• K - 8;
• Ca - 6.

The optimal acid-base balance for growing Losinoostrovskaya 13 is pH 6.0–7.0.

Landing dates

Due to the fact that the variety is adapted to frost and tolerates sudden temperature changes, it can be sown both before winter and in spring. In the spring, at the end of March - beginning of April, the time for sowing comes when the soil warms up to +5°C and above. Among the advantages of winter sowing, it is worth highlighting an earlier harvest.

Learn also about growing Karotel carrots.

Choosing the optimal location and preparing the beds

The site for future beds has been prepared since the fall. When digging, add compost or humus (1 bucket/1 m²) to a not too fertile substrate. If the soil is heavy enough, it is diluted with sawdust, sand or peat.

Compost and peat are added when digging at the rate of 6–8 kg/m². It is necessary to dig to the depth of a spade bayonet; it is also better to remove pebbles from the site of future beds. The fact is that, when encountering an obstacle on the path of growth, the root crop branches out in order to overcome it.

The best substrate for carrots is this mixture:

• peat or pine needles - 20 l;
• sifted river sand - 20 l;
• sifted wood ash - 2 l.

On such a substrate, Losinoostrovskaya 13 is capable of producing a bountiful harvest for 3–4 seasons.

If the soil in the garden is acidic (pH <5.5), it should be made more alkaline.
For these purposes, chalk, lime or cement dust is added when digging. In the spring, shortly before sowing, the soil is dug up, leveled and well watered with water heated to +50...+60°C. After which the soil treated in this way is covered with garden film. The greenhouse effect will help warm the soil and prevent it from drying out before sowing. Don't forget about the laws of crop rotation.

Carrots grow well after the following crops:

• tomatoes;
• salad;
• potato;
• onion;
• garlic;
• green manure.

And after these crops, it is better not to sow carrots, since it will be very problematic to count on a normal harvest:

• any greens;
• parsnip.

Carrots should be sown in the same place no earlier than the fourth year.

We also recommend reading about the cultivation of the carrot variety Shantane.

Preparation and planting scheme of seeds

In order to maximize seed germination, they should be prepared in advance. First, you need to remove the remaining essential oils from the seed material.

They do this as follows:

1. Place the seeds in a bag made of several layers of gauze or one layer of thin fabric.
2. Place the bag with planting material in a bowl of warm water (+44...+48°C) and rinse thoroughly several times.
3. Leave the seeds until the water cools to room temperature.
4. Transfer the seeds from the bag into a fine-mesh sieve, rinse under running water and lay out to dry on a cloth.

Next, you need to soak the seeds and germinate them. This operation promotes the rapid emergence of seedlings and activates the life processes in the seeds.

The procedure is done this way:

1. Take a piece of fabric of a suitable size (preferably linen). The fabric should be of such a size as to place the seeds on one half and cover them with the other half.
2. The fabric is moistened in melt water or a solution of a growth stimulator (Epin, Zircon, Etamon, etc.). You can use a solution of wood ash (3 tbsp / 3 l of water) or sodium humate (3 tsp / 3 l of water).
3. After soaking, the seed material is rinsed in running water and left for 5–6 hours in a dark, cool place (hardened).
4. The seeds are laid out on the same moistened cloth, placed in a wide container with low sides. The container should be covered with film and placed in a warm place. The fabric must be periodically moistened, at which time the film is removed so that the seeds have access to oxygen.
5. The seed planting scheme depends on the type of soil. In light sandy soil or sandy loam, the seeds are sprinkled with a 2 cm layer of soil; in clay soils, a 1 cm layer is sufficient. The distance between seeds is 4.5–5 cm (how to achieve this will be discussed below), between rows is 30–40 cm.

Carrot seeds are dark and very small, which makes it difficult to sow them normally.

Read about growing Samson carrots.

To make this task easier, you can use the following method:

1. Make parallel grooves in the ground. The distance between the grooves is 0.3 m, the depth depends on the type of soil - 1–2 cm.
2. Cut strips 2–3 cm wide from thin paper (napkins, paper towels). Grease them with pre-prepared starch paste (1.5 tbsp starch per 0.5 liter of water).
3. Seeds are placed on the greased strips using tweezers every 5 cm. When the paste dries, the strips only need to be placed in the grooves and sprinkled with earth.

In order to make parallel grooves of the same depth for sowing carrots, a simple device will help: take two even planks (thickness - 1-2 cm, length - 1-1.5 m), nail two other planks between them (length of each - 0. 3–0.4 m). One short bar is 1-2 cm above one end of both meter-long bars (this distance, 1-2 cm, is the future depth of the hole, it depends on the type of soil: 1 cm - for loam, 2 cm - for sandy loam), the other - on your discretion, it is needed for structural rigidity.

Use the device in this way: install it in the soil with both ends (1–2 cm high), and draw parallel grooves. The transverse bar acts as a limiter for the immersion of such a “plow” into the ground.

Sowing, cultivation, care, fertilization

Planting carrot seeds Losinoostrovskaya 13 is possible before winter, in October and in spring - in April and May. Light frosts do not harm the seedlings.

Good soil for growing carrots is loam or sandy loam. If the soil on the site is heavy, it’s not a big deal; you can improve it by adding sand, up to 12 kg per 1 sq. m. meter. It is necessary to take care of applying fertilizers to the carrot bed. Well-rotted manure or compost (5 - 7 kg per square area), as well as complex mineral phosphorus-potassium fertilizer, in the dosage indicated on the package, are suitable.

Important! Fresh manure cannot be applied to root crops! Excess nitrogen in the soil will lead to deformities of the fruit, deterioration of the taste of carrots and diseases.

The seeds are sown according to a pattern of 5 by 20 cm. I prefer to sow with dry seeds, mixing them with coarse sand in a ratio of 1 to 3. But you can glue the seeds in advance with paste to narrow strips of paper. On sale you can find carrot seeds already glued to tapes or coated with fertilizer.

It is important for carrots to get enough moisture, so watering should be done 1-2 times a week, especially at the early stage of plant development. To maintain moisture in the ground, the bed can be mulched with humus or peat (not acidic), or regularly loosen the rows.

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When the root crops grow to the thickness of a pencil, it is necessary to thin out the plantings, if necessary.
It is convenient to dig through carrots after watering; the plants are easily pulled out of the wet soil. Important! After pulling the carrots out of the ground, the hole must be filled up.

Harvesting is carried out when the Losinoostrovskaya 13 carrots reach the required size. The tops are cut flush with the shoulders, without touching the root crop.

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Features of care

Measures for caring for Losinoostrovskaya are not much different from similar procedures carried out for other varieties. However, there are still some features; they are discussed in more detail below.

Watering

Under normal weather conditions, Losinoostrovskaya should be watered every third day. The watering rate is 3 l/m². If precipitation falls below normal, the frequency (every other day) and volume of watering should be increased - 5 l/m².

Fertilizer application

The most suitable fertilizers for the crop are mineral fertilizers containing potassium and calcium. Humus should not be used as fertilizing; this circumstance can cause branching of root crops and a decrease in their commercial qualities.

The soil is fertilized for the first time 3 weeks before planting. Preparations containing nitrogen and phosphorus are applied according to the instructions, after which the future bed should be dug up. Later, after the emergence of seedlings, potassium salt is added in the form of a solution, since this form is better accepted by the crop. Potassium mixtures containing chlorine cannot be used; this element inhibits the growth of carrots.

After the beds are thinned out for the first time, the following solution should be added to the soil:

• superphosphate - 1.5 tbsp. l.;
• potassium chloride - 1.5 tbsp. l.;
• water - 1 bucket.

During the entire growing season, fertilizers are applied up to four times. The first procedure for feeding root crops is carried out no less than 20 days after emergence.

Did you know? The longest carrot in the world was grown by the British D. Atherton. Its length was more than 5.8 m.

Organic fertilizers should not be neglected; it is better to apply them in the fall. However, if in the place you chose for carrots there was previously a crop that was fertilized with humus, you no longer need to add organic matter.

Thinning

Thinning is an agrotechnical technique, the purpose of which is to remove part of the too densely growing seedlings. The procedure is performed if the seeds were sown very often, close to each other (the distance between adjacent seeds is less than 1.5 cm). If this is not done, the developing root crops will become intertwined, deformed, and interfere with each other’s growth.

The first time the carrot beds are thinned is after the first shoots sprout. To make the procedure easier, the beds should be watered beforehand. Following the logic, the weaker shoots need to be removed.

This should be done by pulling out the sprouts vertically; the force should not have a lateral vector, but should be directed directly upward. Otherwise, you can injure the young carrots growing nearby. As a result of such damage, “horns” most often form in root crops. Aesthetically it doesn’t look very good, although it doesn’t affect the taste.

As a result of the first thinning procedure, the strongest seedlings should remain on the beds, the distance between which is 3.5–4 cm. These seedlings should be watered with water (+30…+35°C) at the rate of 3–3.5 l/m², carefully compact the soil between the remaining seedlings, loosen and weed the rows.

After three weeks, thinning is repeated. By this time, the petioles should have grown to 8–10 cm. The goal of the procedure is to thin out the crops so that a distance of 6–8 cm is formed between adjacent shoots.

Important! Often when thinning carrots, a characteristic smell of a root crop just pulled out of the ground appears. It is an excellent bait for carrot flies. In order not to attract this pest, it is better to perform the procedure after sunset or as soon as it rises. In cool air the smell does not spread as intensely.

Planting and care

• "Losinoostrovskaya 13" is grown in a well-lit place, without shading.
• It is recommended to plant seeds between April and May.
• Seeds should not be placed deeper into the soil than 2 cm, maintaining a sufficiently large distance (about 5 cm) between them. The furrows are located 25-30 cm from each other.
• After the first shoots appear, it is necessary to regularly loosen the soil, weed and thin out the seedlings. The variety also needs systematic watering and fertilizing. Fruit thinning promotes larger fruits and higher yields.
• Once a week or less, depending on weather conditions, it is necessary to thoroughly water the carrots.
• This variety benefits from mineral supplements, namely calcium and potassium. You should not fertilize the soil with fresh humus, otherwise the root crops may branch.

Diseases and pests of the variety

Losinoostrovskaya 13 is distinguished by its developed immunity, but this does not mean that the variety is not afraid of any diseases at all.

A few words should be said about the diseases that pose the greatest threat:

1. Fomoz. The tops are covered with gray spots. In order to prevent the development of the disease, the seed material is subjected to heat treatment (up to +45...+60°C) before sowing into the soil. Fertilizers containing potassium applied during the growing season will also help to avoid the occurrence of disease.

2. White rot. Root vegetables are covered with a coating similar to cotton wool, under which a mucous substance accumulates. To avoid the appearance of rot, it is necessary to water with warm water and apply organic fertilizers.

3. Bacteriosis. The tops turn yellow and brown spots form on the petioles. The drug “Hom” has proven itself well as a medicine to combat this disease.

4. Rhizoctinosis. Root vegetables become covered with black dots, and gray spots form under the skin. Copper oxychlorate is used for treatment.

Carrots and parasites are not spared either.

Read more about those that pose the greatest danger to this crop:

1. carrot fly. A sign of the appearance of a parasite is that the tops become bronze in color. The following preventive measures help: deep digging of the soil, which is treated with ash and tobacco dust immediately before sowing the seeds.

2. Medvedka. When this pest appears, the plant has a lot of visible damage - both tops and root crops. As a preventive measure, deep autumn plowing is carried out, adding washing powder, kerosene or pepper infusion to the soil.

3. Carrot psyllid. Insect larvae feed on the sap of the tops, as a result the leaves dry, turn yellow and wither. Spraying greenery with tobacco infusion can repel the parasite.

4. Wireworm. This pest loves to eat carrots. To prevent this, ammonium nitrate should be used as a fertilizer.

5. Fall armyworm. These caterpillars devour the greens and the top of the carrots themselves, which is hard to miss. When detecting signs and pests themselves, you need to use the following means: “Polytron”, “Decis”.

Growing

The most important thing in growing root vegetables is to choose the right planting location and lighting. He loves light, so you need to avoid areas where there is a lot of shade.

Disembarkation

Losinoostrovskaya carrot seeds are planted in autumn or spring. To get an early harvest, you should plant them for the winter. Before this, the grains are soaked and covered with a small layer of soil (up to 2 cm). If the seeds are planted in the spring, a hole is made to a depth of 4 cm. The seeds attached to the tape are placed in a long hole and sprinkled with earth.

Weeding

The main component of the entire process of caring for Losinoostrovskaya carrots during the growth period is loosening. The procedure improves air circulation in the roots of the plant and creates a barrier to the growth of weeds. In addition, weeding conserves moisture deep in the soil.

Do not be afraid to remove excess root vegetables from the row: they can interfere with the growth of other fruits. If you thin out the beds, the yield and size of the fruit will increase.

Fertilizer

Productivity depends on care

Vegetables must be fertilized. Mineral salts containing calcium and potassium are suitable as fertilizers. To avoid fruit branching and deterioration in their quality, humus should not be added to the soil.

Carrots are fed no more than 4 times during the entire growing season. The first time fertilizer is applied no earlier than 3 weeks after germination.

Watering

Losinoostrovskaya carrots, according to the description of the variety, need to be watered regularly and evenly. Watering is carried out 3 times a week.

1 m² of bed requires 3 liters of water. During the dry period, the rate is increased to 5 liters per 1 m².

Harvest and storage

Spring carrots are harvested just before frost. Winter carrots can be harvested earlier. As already mentioned, this variety is very versatile, suitable for raw consumption, canning, making purees and juices, and can also be frozen.

However, in order to preserve the harvest for as long as possible, it is not at all necessary to process it - excellent shelf life characteristics, if certain conditions are met, will help you keep carrots fresh until the end of spring. These conditions are quite simple: a cellar or a dark room with an air temperature of 0...-1°C and relative humidity of 90–95%.

Did you know? In 1991, the EU recognized carrots as a fruit. The reason was the fact that in Portugal they make excellent jam from this crop, and the laws of united Europe state that preserves, preserves and marmalades can be made exclusively from berries and fruits. Thus, largely thanks to bureaucratic regulations, carrots became a fruit.

Due to its universal qualities, high yield, ease of care and good keeping quality, carrots of the Losinoostrovskaya 13 variety are suitable both for growing in a summer cottage for personal needs, and as the main variety of this crop when grown for commercial purposes by large farms. An important factor is the fact that the variety is adapted to frost, and therefore you should not be afraid of sudden sharp temperature changes.

Losinoostrovskaya carrots - description and cultivation features

In this article we will talk about how to grow Losinoostrovskaya carrots correctly, the features of this variety and reviews from gardeners about it.
Carrots have been one of the favorite vegetables to grow in the garden for many centuries.

This root vegetable is sugary and juicy, and most people adore it for:

• excellent taste;
• simplicity when growing vegetables;
• ease of care;
• excellent productivity;
• versatility of application.

The product is also loved because the root vegetable contains a huge supply of elements beneficial to the body.

Carrot Losinoostrovskaya 13 is one of the most popular varieties in our country and throughout the world.

That is why it is worth talking about this variety in more detail, giving a brief description, dwelling on the distinctive growth characteristics, reviews of gardeners, etc.

How to grow?

Sowing carrots of the Losinoostrovsky variety is usually carried out in early April. In this case, the harvest can be harvested from August to October. To avoid thinning out the plants, it is recommended to strengthen the seeds on paper. You can use toilet paper and napkins. The material quickly dissolves in water.

To work, use paste and tweezers to grab the seeds and distribute them over the surface of the paper at a distance of 5 cm.

Site preparation is carried out in the autumn. It is not recommended to apply manure. You can use humus if the soil is very depleted. For heavy soil, use sawdust or sand.

Be sure to add ash or slaked lime as a disinfectant. In the spring, it is recommended to add potassium salt and superphosphate, 20 g/m2 each.

Sowing is carried out in beds 3 cm deep. The beds are filled with boiling water, potassium permanganate and sprinkled with ash. Paper with seeds is spread on damp soil, sprayed with warm water, and covered with soil.

The seedlings are covered with agrotextiles. If the soil temperature is 5 C, then seedlings should appear in 3 weeks. In warm weather, leaves appear within a week:

• It is recommended to follow the watering regime. The first shoots are watered 2 times a week. Irrigate with a spray bottle until the soil is completely moistened. On average, no more than 5 liters of warm water should be used per 1 m2;
• after a month the bush grows up to 10 cm, the root has a diameter of 1-3 cm. Watering is carried out once a week, but abundantly, about 10 liters. This regime is maintained for a month;
• after another 30 days, the amount of liquid is increased to 15 liters;
• in August, the soil is moistened in the same way as young seedlings;
• There is no need to water the plants before harvesting.

Carrots of the Losinoostrovskaya variety have thick tops. It shades the ground. As a result, putrefactive bacteria can develop on the soil surface. To prevent this from happening, mulch the soil with sawdust or sand. Agrotextiles can be used.

It is recommended to spray with an ash solution: 1 kg of ash/10 l of water. It is recommended to treat the soil with fungicides only in the autumn or before sowing. When the root crop begins to grow, chemicals should not be used. Carrots can accumulate harmful substances.

It is not recommended to fertilize carrots with organic fertilizers. Mullein and bird droppings solution are not used. Organic matter can lead to deformation of the fetus.

Numerous shoots emerge from the eyes. The pulp becomes hard, not juicy, and the usual characteristics of the variety are lost.

For carrots, it is important to properly prepare the growing area and carry out regular watering. You should always remember that excessive soil moisture leads to cracks in the roots. The carrots seem to turn inside out and separate from the core.

Fertilizers can be used only when indicated

The carrots seem to turn inside out and separate from the core. Fertilizers can be used only as indicated.

They consist of mineral fertilizers or biogrowth stimulants. Stimulants are used only during intensive root growth, in June-July. You can enter “Zdraven”, “Kristalon”, “Potassium humates” or use a drug with sodium.

Basics of agricultural technology for carrots of the Losinoostrovskaya variety

The maximum yield is in the Central Black Earth and North Caucasus regions, because Losinoostrovskaya carrots love light. And it grows best where daylight hours are as long as possible.

The choice of place and timing of planting is important. For planting, it is better to choose sandstone or loam with maximum soil aeration. Give preference to the sunny part of the site. It is good to cultivate this type of carrot on soil where cabbage and potatoes, tomatoes and cucumbers, as well as onions previously grew. It is also possible to grow it in a greenhouse. Sowing in the soil can be done both “before winter” and in early spring in May. Sowing “before winter” makes it possible to get an earlier harvest.

Germination directly depends not only on the quality of the selected soil, but also on the time of sowing. For example, when sowing in soil with a temperature of (+8)-(+9)°C, seedlings will appear in 26-34 days, and when sowing when the outside air temperature is (+25)°C, after 7-11 days. The most active growth of the root crop occurs at a temperature of 20-27°C above zero. At temperatures above these limits, the growth rate of carrots may be delayed due to lack of water. Therefore, watering should be regular, but moderately abundant.

Basics of proper care. The culture does not require special care. Everything is done similarly to sowing other types of carrots. Among the subtleties it is worth noting the following:

1. Water at normal air temperatures once every 3 days, if the soil dries out, then once every 2 days.
2. Thinning or removing densely growing seedlings. The norm for sowing seeds is at a distance of 1-1.5 cm from each other. The first time is thinned after germination, for which the bed is first watered abundantly. Leave the seedlings at a distance of 3.5-4 cm from each other. Repeated thinning after 20-21 days, to create a distance between seedlings of 6-8cm.

Choice of feeding. Do not rush to use humus; its abundance can cause branching of the root crop, which in this case is not desirable. It is better to add organic matter to the soil in the fall. The first soil fertilization will be done 20-21 days before planting carrots using fertilizer rich in N (nitrogen) and P (phosphorus). Fertilizers are preferable to those with more Ca (calcium) and K (potassium).

Features of agricultural technology

When to plant carrots in the Urals

The best results are obtained by growing Losinoostrovskaya carrots on sandy loam soils and light loams, although it produces an excellent harvest in closed soils - greenhouses. Sowing of seeds is carried out both in spring and in autumn, the main condition is that the soil temperature should be at least plus 6-7 degrees. If you plan to harvest as early as possible, sowing can be done by winter. To do this, it is necessary to pre-soak the seeds, and after placing them on the beds, cover them with a layer of soil two centimeters thick.

Spring sowing of seed material is carried out shallowly - a maximum of 4 centimeters. It is most convenient to glue the seeds to a thin paper tape, observing the required distance between adjacent grains. The distance between adjacent grooves should be about 20 centimeters. Then the finished tape is carefully placed in the groove and sprinkled with earth.

Sowing

When choosing a location for a garden bed, you should remember that carrots love sunlight, but they grow much worse in the shade.

Additional Information. If the areas are shaded and located in a low area, it is better to dig furrows along the north-south line, in this case the carrots will be exposed to the midday sun for the maximum possible time. If the soil for planting is light and dry, then it is better to place the beds in the west-east direction, this will help retain soil moisture with the help of tops, and also prevent overheating of the underground part of the plant.

After the first shoots hatch, the young shoots of Losinoostrovskaya carrots need to:

· weed;

· loosen - this will improve air circulation in the roots of carrots, protect them from proximity to weeds, and also help preserve deep soil moisture;

· water – abundantly (especially during the period of active growth of the underground part of the plant), but not often, once every 5-7 days is enough;

· apply fertilizers - it is best to use potassium and calcium mineral salts (if you want to add humus, you should remember that this can cause the carrots to branch), during the growing season it is advisable to carry out a maximum of 3-4 feedings;

· periodically remove excess sprouts from a row of carrots that has grown too densely in order to enlarge the remaining root crops.

Fertilizer for carrots

The harvest is harvested in late October-early November, carefully digging under each bush. It is best to store carrots in a cool place with normal air humidity; this varietal type of root crop has a long shelf life.