I bought Morozko sweet pepper seeds because of the promise that the variety would bear fruit in one hundred and fifteen days.
In fact, the harvest was harvested after one hundred and thirty days. But I was very pleased with the abundance of fruits on one plant.
The manufacturer claims that the wall thickness is from five to seven millimeters. I want to responsibly declare that the manufacturer is lying.
The walls of the Morozko pepper are thin, but the pepper itself is aromatic. And very convenient for stuffing. The thickness of the walls is from two millimeters to three to three and a half. Maximum up to 3.8 millimeters, but there were very few such fruits.
The variety is tasty for preparing thermally processed dishes. Because the skin of the fruit is very dense. When the pepper is boiled or grilled, the film easily separates from the pulp, but if the pepper is eaten raw, it is a bit harsh. I think that people, for example, with gastritis, will feel this immediately.
The bush is spreading and tall. The height of the bush reached approximately fifty to sixty centimeters, considering that the beds in our greenhouse were raised by forty centimeters, the bush was quite tall.
A very productive variety. Even if it’s not very early, it seems to me that the “Morozko” variety is one of the most unpretentious varieties that we have grown in seven years.
The seeds themselves are of average quality. About four. But no plus. During germination it showed itself better than others, but when planted in the ground it “sicked” longer than others.
Morozko pepper attracts gardeners with its unpretentiousness. The variety is resistant to frost and rain, and shows high yields year after year. The vegetable is consumed both fresh and after heat treatment. Pepper makes healthy vegetable salads, winter preparations and juicy side dishes.
100 g of pepper contains only 25 kcal, so the vegetable is excellent for the diet. Let's take a closer look at the characteristics and description of the Morozko variety and learn the secrets of a rich harvest.
What kind of variety is this
The vegetable is an early ripening vegetable; gardeners harvest in just 110-115 days. For care, you do not need to have special techniques and rules - Morozko pepper is not picky and produces a harvest even with minimal adherence to the rules of watering and fertilizing.
Distinctive features
Morozko differs from other varieties in its elongated shape and perfectly smooth surface. The variety is intended for cultivation in the West Siberian region. The vegetable is resistant to diseases and insect pests, and is perfectly stored and transported.
Fruit characteristics and yield
Cone-shaped fruits at the stage of technical ripeness acquire a green color, after which they become bright red. The weight of one vegetable is about 100 g, the wall thickness is about 0.7 mm. The taste is pleasant, sweet. From 1 sq. m, summer residents collect about 1.5-2 kg.
Interesting! Sweet peppers have the same effect on humans as chocolate. After eating a vegetable, the body produces the “happiness hormone” endorphin.
Characteristics of Morozko pepper
To compare the productivity of Morozko pepper with other types of crops, it is necessary to study its main characteristics. This information will also allow us to determine the most favorable conditions for growing this species, taking into account its basic requirements.
Morozko pepper yield
The yield of Morozko pepper is 2 kg per 1 sq. m. At the same time, there can be from 10-29 fruits on the bush. The variety is characterized by stability; its yield level is maintained even in unfavorable seasons.
Morozko is suitable for fresh consumption, canning, and freezing. Its fruits are also suitable for stuffing.
Fruiting dates
Morozko belongs to the category of mid-season species. The first peppers ripen on the 115th day from the moment the first shoots appear. The harvested crop is suitable for transportation and long-term storage in a cool, dark room.
Important! It is recommended to remove the fruits from the bush at the stage of technical maturity in order to redirect the plant’s forces to the formation of a new ovary.
Disease resistance
Morozko pepper is highly resistant to common crop diseases. But if the growing conditions are inappropriate, its immunity decreases. Therefore, it is recommended to carry out preventive treatments of bushes throughout the entire growing season.
Growing regions
Morozko pepper is recommended for cultivation in the West Siberian and East Siberian regions. But, judging by the reviews of gardeners, it shows high performance in the central regions.
Growing seedlings
High-quality seedlings require fertile soil and convenient containers. Seedlings are prepared in March, 3-4 weeks before planting the plant in the ground.
Planting pepper
Peat tablets are recognized as an excellent way to grow seedlings. To do this, you will need a large plastic container and the tablets themselves. Place containers in a container and pour in a little water to make the tablets swell.
Place 1-2 seeds in each and sprinkle a small amount of soil on top. Next, a greenhouse effect is created by covering the container with film or thin glass. Seeds take a long time to germinate, about two weeks. In addition to peat tablets, gardeners use flower pots, wooden boxes, and plastic cups. The main thing is that the container is clean and dry.
The soil used is garden soil or purchased soil. In the first case, soil, peat, humus and sawdust are required in a ratio of 4:1:1:1. The composition is thoroughly mixed and poured with a solution of potassium permanganate for disinfection. Some gardeners advise disinfecting purchased soil to protect peppers from harmful bacteria and microbes.
Further care
The seedlings are placed on the windowsill, where there is a lot of light and warmth. The optimal humidity level for growing is 85-90%, temperature at least +18°C. After 2 weeks, the film is removed. Moisten the seedlings with warm, clean water; it is not recommended to use cold tap water.
Water once every 4-6 days. To accelerate growth, stimulants are used, for example, Heterauxin.
It strengthens the root system and increases the pepper's immunity to external influences.
“Heterauxin” is sold in any gardening store and comes in tablet form.
When grown in tablets, the seedlings are plucked after 15 days. Peat barrels are carefully pulled out of the container and, instead of peat, transplanted into a larger container.
The peppers are plucked carefully so as not to damage the fragile roots of the plant.
Important! Don't forget to fertilize the seedlings. Young bushes respond well to fertilizing with Bordeaux mixture or ash. The drugs reduce the risk of developing the disease and accelerate plant growth. Fertilizers are applied once every 10-15 days, before watering.
Growing rules
Seed preparation
Seeds need to be sown in the second half of February - the first half of March. 65 - 75 days before the expected landing.
For better germination, experienced gardeners recommend soaking them in a growth-stimulating preparation. After the seeds hatch, plant them in peat tablets or soil. The plant does not tolerate any transplants well. It is better to plant the seeds in large containers with soil. The seedlings will grow in them before planting in a greenhouse or open ground. Don't sow the seeds too deep.
Tasty and juicy peppers with proper care
To prevent the top layer of soil from drying out, create a mini-greenhouse using film or glass. And when the first shoots appear, remove the film. It is worth considering that the sprouts take about two weeks to sprout. All this time, greenhouses must be ventilated and moistened.
Try to keep the temperature to 27˚C during the day and 17˚C at night.
Planting seeds
Two weeks before planting, begin to harden the seedlings. Expose the sprouts to fresh air. Peppers can be planted in the greenhouse as early as May 15th. They plant the sweet pepper without deepening it. Disembarkation scheme:
- in a greenhouse 40 cm by 60 cm;
- in open beds it is less stretched - 45 cm by 45 cm.
Plant peppers on the site in late May early June. Add humus to each hole.
Landing place
Sweet peppers are best planted in the place where legumes, cabbage, carrots, onions or greens previously grew.
The soil must have certain qualities:
- with neutral acidity;
- loose;
- rich in minerals;
- moisturized.
The site should be sunny, protected from the winds. Pepper loves soil containing compost or humus.
Planting in open ground
A week before planting, the seedlings are hardened off: they are taken out to the balcony every day for 2-3 hours. Hardening allows the bushes to quickly adapt to the climatic conditions of the region. Before planting, it is recommended to lime the soil. To do this, the beds are sprinkled with a mixture of ash and lime.
The procedure lowers the acidity level and makes the soil more nutritious. Morozko is planted after the likelihood of spring frosts disappears. The seedlings are placed in pre-prepared holes, sprinkled with soil and the soil is carefully compacted near the base of the plants.
Landing
Seeds are sown 60-70 days before the bushes are sent to the garden. In the north, this is the beginning of March, and in the south, planting can be done a month earlier.
The seeds of this variety germinate 10 days after sowing.
The soil is bought in the store or prepared according to the following recipe:
- 2 parts of soil from the garden;
- 1 part humus;
- 1 part peat;
- 1 part sawdust or washed sand.
Add a glass of wood ash to the bucket of the mixture. Then the soil is disinfected by placing it in an oven preheated to +110 for half an hour.
The seeds are treated with a weak solution of potassium permanganate or a special preparation for seed dressing, which can be bought in the store. After soaking for half an hour, the seeds are washed and treated with a stimulant. Sow in common boxes or individual pots to a depth of 0.5-1 cm, moisten and place warm under film.
The crops are ventilated daily by lifting the film.
Sprouted seedlings are kept on the windowsill. They dive in the phase of 2 leaves. 2 weeks after picking, a weak fertilizer solution is added. Harden off before planting in the ground.
Pepper care
The basis of care is regular watering of the plant. Moisten Morozko 2-3 times a week, about 1 liter of warm water is needed per bush. It is better to water the peppers in the early morning or evening to avoid sunburn. If the leaves of the bushes curl and turn yellow, it is probably not getting enough moisture. Once a week, instead of water, the peppers are watered with a yeast solution. The procedure improves the taste of the fruit and protects against pests.
Before each watering, the soil is loosened to make it lighter and more nutritious. Loosen the beds carefully so as not to touch the root system. In addition to loosening, gardeners regularly remove weeds. During the flowering period, pepper stems are sprinkled with loose, slightly damp soil.
An important stage of care is feeding the plants. Gardeners recommend alternating mineral and organic fertilizers. Peppers are fed 3-4 times per season. Fertilizers protect bushes from diseases and saturate them with vitamins and minerals. Morozko pepper responds well to feeding with ash, ammonium nitrate, liquid manure and urea.
Features of cultivation and possible difficulties
Some bushes break under the weight of heavy fruits, so they are tied to a support. This requires a wooden peg and a clean, dry cloth. The peg must be disinfected and installed near the bush. The plant is wrapped around the stem only once, and the knot itself is tied near the stakes.
When growing Morozko pepper in a greenhouse, gardeners ventilate the room daily. The greenhouse is characterized by high humidity, which can lead to the development of fungi and viruses. The greenhouse is ventilated using special vents.
Important! When the first ovaries appear, the beds are fertilized with potassium sulfate and superphosphate. When the fruits ripen, gardeners apply potash fertilizers.
Typical diseases and pests
Insects appear on the beds during the flowering and fruiting periods. Peppers are attacked by Colorado potato beetles and their larvae. Pests overwinter in the soil and come to the surface with the arrival of summer. The bugs eat the leaves, which is why the fruits themselves soon die.
Experienced farmers advise fighting Colorado potato beetles with the help of professional preparations. An effective remedy is “Typhoon”. Often swarms of small white midges appear on the leaves. The whitefly appears in the beds unnoticed; it is impossible to see it with the naked eye. Whiteflies suck the juice out of the bushes, which disrupts the metabolism of the bushes and kills the pepper.
Occasionally, the Morozko variety suffers from black bacterial spot. Small brown spots appear on the stem and fruits, and their number increases every day. As a preventive measure, spraying with whey or aloe juice is used. If spotting does appear, it is recommended to immediately remove the bushes and burn them away from the beds.
Another worst enemy of pepper is late blight. A well-known fungus occurs due to heat and waterlogging. Brown spots appear on the fruits and leaves, the plant withers, and the peppers lose their elasticity. Bordeaux mixture, spraying with tar soap, saline solution, and the drug “Oxychom” help in the fight against late blight.
Typical diseases and pests
With proper care, pepper practically does not get sick. Among the diseases, it is susceptible to bacterial spot and late blight. Bacterial spotting is difficult to treat; when it appears, it is recommended to remove the affected bushes, and treat the remaining bushes and the soil around them with a disinfectant. To prevent planting, spray with aloe juice or whey. Copper-containing fungicides are used against late blight. Prevention requires balanced feeding and watering, weeding, and control of disease-carrying parasites.
A soap solution, a decoction of celandine or onion peels are used against it.
Spider mite
It is also destroyed using a soap solution, as well as insecticides such as Aktara.
Naked slugs
When they appear, sprinkle the soil around the bushes with a mixture of dry mustard and hot pepper or crushed eggshells.
Whitefly
Insecticides are used against it or special glue traps are placed. Whitefly appears more often in greenhouses. For prevention, moderate watering and ventilation are needed.
Colorado beetle
It is destroyed with the drug "Typhoon". But during the period of fruit ripening, you will have to collect the parasites manually and tear off the leaves on which clutches are found.
It's difficult to get rid of them. The drug "Regent" works effectively, as does boric acid. The bait porridge is soaked in its solution and laid out around the garden.
Harvesting and application
Morozko peppers are harvested at the ripening stage, as soon as they gain red color. The ripeness of a pepper is determined by the crackling noise when you touch the fruit. The vegetable becomes firm but elastic. The first harvest is obtained in mid-August and harvested before the first frost.
If stored properly, sweet peppers will last up to 1 month. To do this, cut off the stalk, leaving a 1 cm tip. The fruits are wiped with a dry cloth and put in a dark, well-ventilated room.
Advantages and disadvantages of the variety
Morozko pepper is loved for its ease of care. Even a novice gardener can grow a crop.
Morozko has other advantages:
- attractive appearance;
- high taste qualities;
- cold resistance;
- early ripeness;
- high and stable yield.
The vegetable has no significant drawbacks, but some gardeners note the short shelf life of pepper. Otherwise, Morozko is an ideal variety for both open ground and greenhouses.
Reviews
What do gardeners think about the Morozko variety? Judging by the reviews, the majority are satisfied with the harvest. However, there are also negative comments.
Maria, Tyumen: “I recommend the Morozko variety to everyone. The vegetable grows large, the fruits are smooth and even. It is very easy to care for, I spend a minimum of time on growing. The taste is sweet, the flesh is crispy."
Elena, Novosibirsk: “I always grow peppers in open beds. I tried to plant the Morozko variety, and was pleased. I made winter snacks and salads from vegetables, and they turned out very tasty.”
Pavel, Arkhangelsk: “I expected a rich and tasty harvest from Morozko pepper. However, the fruit set poorly, the maximum weight is only 70 g. Compared to other cold-resistant varieties, Morozko is very inferior. I don’t think I’ll plant it anymore.”
Description of Morozko pepper, reviews, photos
Mid-season, low-growing, unpretentious variety of sweet pepper for growing in open ground and film tunnels.
The bush is standard, medium-leaved, 0.5-0.6 meters high. The leaf is medium-sized, slightly wrinkled, green in color. The formation of this pepper involves removing side shoots and leaves up to the first fork.
In 2001, Morozko sweet pepper was included in the State Register for the West Siberian region for garden plots, homesteads and small farms for cultivation in open ground.
Fruit characteristics
The fruits are cone-shaped, directed horizontally, smooth, glossy, dark red in color at the biological stage of maturity, weighing 60-70 grams (up to 100 g), with a wall thickness of 5 mm, excellent taste. Number of nests 2-3. This pepper has a universal purpose - suitable for both fresh consumption and canning and home cooking.
The plant bears 10-29 fruits at a time.
Productivity : up to 2.3 kg of fruits per 1 sq. meters of planting (subject to watering and fertilizing).
The variety is resistant to Alternaria.
Advantages of the variety : stable yield, high commercial quality of fruits, excellent fruit set in any summer.
- Author: Maria Sukhorukikh
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