Resistant to all climatic zones of the CIS countries - cauliflower Snegurochka F1: reviews and description

The ornate-shaped vegetable is sold in almost any supermarket today. This vegetable crop is extremely useful. Cooking cauliflower does not take much time, and the trace elements it contains (iron, phosphorus, magnesium, etc.) will help remove toxins and waste from the body and normalize the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract. Today we will not consider in detail what garden cauliflower is. Let us consider only a brief description of those varieties that are most popular.

Parisian

Cauliflower Parisiana is the result of the work of Siberian breeders. This variety is suitable for greenhouse cultivation and outdoor cultivation. Parisiana is grown from seedlings. Seeds are planted for seedlings in February or March. When choosing a date for planting seeds and seedlings, take into account that after 40 days the seedlings will be ready for planting in open ground. Accordingly, the soil should be warmed up by this time, and the air temperature should be at least 10 degrees. A week later we pick up the seedlings. The harvest ripens in 4 months.

Brief characteristics of the variety

When ripe, dense white heads of cabbage weighing 1.5 kg are formed. This is the average. If we talk about the maximum head of cabbage, then it is 2 kg. The shape of the head of cabbage is rounded flat, its lower part is covered with leaf plates that grow vertically.

Parisian cauliflower inflorescences tolerate low temperatures well. The advantages also include the high taste qualities of this variety. The purpose of the Parisian is universal.

Care

Late-ripening varieties of cabbage of Dutch selection require full care:

• Watering is done once a week and only with warm water (this increases the adhesion of the roots to the ground). The optimal volume of water is 2 liters per bush.
• Fertilizing is carried out using mineral and organic fertilizers. The first - 14 days after planting in open ground. It consists of using organic matter: humus or bird droppings (about 3 kg per 1 sq. m). During the second feeding, during the flowering period, nitrogen and potassium compounds are used (10 mg of ammonium nitrate, 20 kg of potassium nitrate per 1 sq. m). The third fertilizing, carried out at the beginning of fruiting, involves the use of phosphorus fertilizers (40 mg of superphosphate per 10 liters of water). The beds are watered with this solution.
• The soil is loosened and weeds are removed. A crust should not be allowed to form on the surface of the earth. The weeding depth should not be more than 6 cm, otherwise there is a risk of damage to the root system.

Snowball

The Snow Globe variety is valued for its high yield and long, as for this vegetable crop, storage period. The production of seeds of this variety is carried out not only by domestic, but also by foreign agricultural firms. The harvest ripens in 100-105 days. The Snow Globe is intended for outdoor cultivation.

Brief characteristics of the variety

The snow globe is a compact plant that does not take up much space in the garden bed. The weight of one head of cabbage varies from 700 to 1200 g. At the same time, the yield per 1 m2 is 3.5 kg. This yield is due to the fact that this variety grows well in dense plantings. This vegetable is most often used for preparing various dishes. Cauliflower cooked in a pot has excellent taste. You can diversify the dish with green peas or broccoli. It is advisable to pour the vegetables with milk diluted with water. You should not put any spices other than salt and pepper. And the most pleasant thing is that cauliflower, or rather its food organs, is cooked in a short period of time.

The advantages of the Snow Globe include resistance to various diseases characteristic of this vegetable crop. We also note that this variety can adapt to environmental conditions.

Geneva F1

This late-ripening hybrid is distinguished by its bluish-green dense heads of ideal shape. Cabbage is great for growing in small spaces and requires minimal care. Ripe heads of cabbage are used for pickling, pickling, stewing, making salads, etc. The advantages of Geneva F1 are resistance to fusarium, as well as good transportability: the heads of cabbage easily tolerate long-term transportation and do not lose their external qualities.

Autumn giant

It’s easy to guess from the name why the Autumn Giant variety is valued. This is a European variety. In the domestic market, the sale of Autumn Giant seeds is mainly carried out by the Sedek company. Cauliflower ripens in a 4-month period.

Brief characteristics of the variety

A head of cauliflower of this variety weighs about 2 kg. With improper care or bad weather conditions, the weight of the heads of cabbage is 1.3 kg. The color of fresh cauliflower is white. The inflorescences have a delicate structure.

The Autumn Giant makes a delicious preserve. It is also used to prepare various vegetable dishes. During heat treatment, the Autumn Giant does not lose its taste and beneficial properties. Well, it’s worth noting that it can be stored in the refrigerator or cellar for a long period of time.

The advantages of the Autumn Giant include:

• high productivity;

• resistance to diseases and low temperatures.

Kolobok F1

This hybrid is a late ripening hybrid. It is believed that to successfully grow plants, you need fertile soil. The heads of cabbage weigh slightly more than average, they have a dense consistency and are resistant to cracking. The color of the outer leaves is green, the flesh is white, without bitterness, contains ascorbic acid and simple sugars. Plants are resistant to bacteriosis, fusarium, white and gray rot. This cabbage is often put up for sale because it does not lose its attractiveness even after several months of storage.

Snow Maiden

The Snegurochka variety forms snow-white heads of cabbage during ripening. It is intended for planting in sunny areas of the garden. From the moment the seedlings are planted until the vegetable crop fully ripens, it takes about 70 days.

Characteristics and advantages of the variety

Cauliflower variety Snegurochka differs from many other varieties in the shape of its head. It is not flat-rounded, but dome-shaped. The weight of the head of cabbage varies from 1.7 to 2 kg. The variety is not intended for canning. The taste qualities of the beautiful cauliflower Snegurochka are well revealed in dishes that use flour in their preparation. The variety is ideal for freezing. If you are not involved in freezing vegetables, then you can purchase fresh frozen products from Hortex, which have proven themselves well in the market.

As for the advantages, Snegurochka contains more vitamins than many other varieties. It is resistant to many diseases and produces a good harvest even in lean years, which makes it possible to grow Snegurochka on an industrial scale.

Malimba

The Malimba variety is quite capricious. Therefore, it is advisable to grow it in a greenhouse. But Malimba has many advantages, which is why it is popular among summer residents. Vegetable crops ripen in 95 days.

Brief characteristics of the variety

After ripening, the heads of cabbage are painted white with a milky tint. Their average weight is 1.3 kg. The yield from 1 square meter is 4 kg. The wide leaves of this variety of cauliflower cover the heads of cabbage, which helps the vegetable withstand the heat.

It is recommended to use this variety of cauliflower for preservation. You can also prepare various dishes from the Malimba variety. It turns out juicy and tender. Even just by frying the inflorescences in flour and egg, you will get a fragrant and tender holiday dish. During frying, a crispy crust is formed. This vegetable can also be pickled. And if you use lemon juice and sugar syrup, you can make a dessert. Sweet cauliflower is cooled before serving.

The advantages of the hybrid include disease resistance, consistent flowering and ripening, and excellent taste. We also note the fact that during transportation the heads of cabbage do not lose their marketable qualities.

White perfection F1

This hybrid was obtained through the efforts of Russian breeders, but has not yet been included in the register. Has a short growing season. Thanks to this property, gardeners harvest twice a season. Can be grown both in a greenhouse and outdoors.

The head is dense, white, without a yellowish tint. It is tightly covered with leaves. The leaves are large. The fork weighs about 1 kg. Under favorable conditions, the weight reaches 3 kg. Its structure is homogeneous and its commercial qualities are excellent. The variety pleases with its productivity and is not prone to crumbling.

It also has some disadvantages. The hybrid is afraid of temperature changes and does not forgive mistakes in care.

Incline

Incline cauliflower ripens in 4, 4.5 months. It is intended for cultivation in open ground.

Brief characteristics of the variety

This cauliflower in the garden does not suffer from sunlight, due to the fact that the leaves cover most of the inflorescences. The heads of cabbage are shaped like an ellipse. Their average weight is 2 kg. If we talk about maximum characteristics, then the mass of some specimens reaches 2.5 kg. As for the yield characteristics per 1 m2, they rarely exceed 2.7 kg. This is due to the fact that the plant does not produce a good harvest when planting thickly.

The Incline variety is resistant to diseases and does not turn yellow during storage. It is not intended for canning.

Landing rules

All late varieties of white or cauliflower cabbage are planted in early May. To do this, on the 10th of March, the seeds are planted in containers and allowed to germinate.

It is best to treat seeds with disinfectants: oxychome or manganese solution. The optimal dose of drugs is 10 mg per 10 liters of water. This is necessary to reduce the risk of parasites and diseases affecting the crop. The first shoots, subject to the correct temperature conditions, appear after 40-50 days.

For the first 2 weeks, the container with seeds of late-ripening species is kept at a temperature of 25-28°C. After 14 days, the temperature should depend on the time of day: daytime temperature is about 18°C, and night temperature is 8-10°C. This allows the plant to quickly acclimatize to the environment after planting in open ground.

2 weeks before planting in open ground, seedlings are hardened off. To do this, they are taken outside every day. For the first few days they are kept in the fresh air for about 2-3 hours, after which the ventilation time is gradually increased to 8 hours.

Only fertile lands are chosen for planting. It is best if the soil acidity level is no more than 4%. Otherwise, the growth of seedlings will slow down and the yield will decrease. The optimal planting pattern for late varieties of white cabbage is 70 x 80 cm. The planting depth should be such that the lower leaves of the plant are above the surface of the ground.

White Castle

White Castle is valued for its excellent taste. The vegetable ripens in 75-85 days, which allows it to be classified as early ripening.

Brief characteristics of the variety

During ripening, large heads are formed, the weight of which varies between 1.2-1.5 kg. The inflorescences are painted white, covered with leaves on the sides. From White Castle cauliflower you can prepare both vegetable stews and pancakes by adding flour and egg to the grated vegetable. During cooking, the delicate taste of the vegetable is revealed. It's best to bake it. In this case, the inflorescences should be filled with milk. This filling will add piquancy to the dish. It can even be served on a holiday table. You can fill the dish with milk mixed half and half with chicken broth. This is not the only, but the most popular filling option.

The advantages of the hybrid include resistance to frost. It is also worth noting that this cauliflower can be stored in the refrigerator for 2 months.

Lekanu

The Lekanu cauliflower variety is vigorous. Its peculiarity is that all heads have almost the same shape and weight. It matures in 70 days.

Brief characteristics of the variety

After ripening, the snow-white, round-shaped heads weigh about 2.5 kg. The weight of large heads of cabbage is 3-3.5 kg. Due to the fact that almost the entire head is covered with leaves, the inflorescences are protected from sunburn. The hybrid is intended for freezing, preparing preserves and vegetable dishes.

Lekanu cauliflower variety does not lose its presentation during transportation and is resistant to some diseases.

Characteristics of late varieties

Dutch varieties of late white cabbage have the following qualities:

• good yield and taste;
• long shelf life: up to 10 months;
• Harvesting is often carried out using mechanized equipment, this does not affect the quality of the product;
• Late varieties of cabbage are characterized by resistance to most diseases.

The growing season of late cabbage from sowing the seed to harvesting is about 200 days. From the beginning of September to November they gain active growth. The only drawback of all varieties of late cabbage is that they are not resistant to spring cold snaps, so they are planted using seedlings.

Skywalker

Skywalker cauliflower is another high-yielding variety that ripens in 4 months.

Brief characteristics of the variety

During the ripening of a vegetable crop, large inflorescences are formed. The weight of one head of cabbage varies from 2 to 3.4 kg. The leaf blades grow vertically, covering only the side of the flat-rounded head. From 1 m2, subject to agricultural technology standards, about 5 kg are collected. Accordingly, cauliflower of this variety is one of the most productive. The inflorescences are used in cooking and for freezing.

Among the advantages, it should be noted resistance to high temperatures, good shelf life, resistance to diseases and excellent taste. Hybrid Skywalker tolerates transportation well.

Glory

This variety, consisting of two lines Slava 1305 and Slava Gribovskaya 231, is characterized by very high yields and is excellent for growing in the southern regions. The shape of the heads of cabbage is round or rounded-flat. The color of the outer leaves is pale green, white when cut.

The Slava variety, unlike other varieties and hybrids in our selection, is not a late ripening variety, but a mid-season variety. However, according to many gardeners, it is so good at pickling that we still recommend it for growing.

The heads of cabbage are easy to transport, they retain their excellent appearance for a long time and are suitable for pickling and pickling.

Baldo

Baldo is another early-ripening variety that farmers have liked. The harvest is harvested 90 days after planting the seeds.

Brief characteristics of the variety

Baldo cauliflower variety is milky in color after ripening. The density of the inflorescences is average, the weight of a round head of cabbage is on average 1.7 kg. This hybrid is suitable for growing under film cover. The vegetable has good taste. In vegetable stews, cauliflower gives juice to the dish, making it unusually aromatic. It wouldn't hurt to add some green peas. Cooks also use fresh cauliflower for baking. Famous chef Jamie Oliver has interesting recipes in his arsenal. His recipes also make excellent royal tempura and flan from aromatic Baldo cauliflower. But when preparing dishes, do not use too hot spices. The best spice for cauliflower is salt.

The advantages include resistance to fusarium and powdery mildew, preservation of presentation during transportation.

The best late, early and mid-season varieties of white cabbage

As a rule, the names of popular and promising varieties and hybrids are known to most amateur vegetable growers. The best varieties and the most famous hybrid forms obtained by domestic and foreign breeders differ in taste and commercial characteristics, keeping quality and yield, as well as suitability for different types of use, which is why you need to be very careful when choosing a variety.

Vinson

A special feature of the Vinson hybrid is that the head of cabbage has an almost even shape. The differences between the heights of small inflorescences are practically invisible. The hybrid matures in 100 days.

Brief characteristics of the variety

The weight of a ripe head, which has an almost round shape, averages 1.6 kg. The weight of some specimens is 3 kg. The leaves cover most of the head of cabbage. As for taste, the inflorescences have a pleasant aroma and delicate taste. The properties of this variety of cauliflower allow it to be used for preparing preserves. Salads are also prepared from Vinson cauliflower, and the inflorescences are used for freezing.

Among the advantages of the variety, it is worth noting resistance to disease, rapid ripening and preservation of presentation during transportation.

Vinson F1

The hybrid is grown in every region of Russia, in greenhouses and open ground. The heads are round and dense, with a granular surface. The color of the heads of cabbage is pure white. Weight - 1.5–1.8 kg. In rare cases - 3 kg. Productivity - 5.8 kg/m2.

Advantages:

• increased productivity;
• the pulp is tender and pleasant to the taste;
• portability of transportation;
• simultaneous maturation;
• resistance to harmful insects and fungi;
• preservation of properties and qualities after defrosting of fruits;
• weather resistance.

The taste of cabbage will improve refreshing salads, delicious boiled and canned dishes.

Unibotra

In a heated greenhouse, the Unibotra variety can be grown throughout the year. From planting the seeds to the ripening of the vegetable, about 110 days pass. You can sow seeds directly into the ground.

Brief characteristics of the variety

During ripening, dome-shaped heads of cabbage weighing 2 kg are formed. The leaf blades cover the white inflorescences well. The organs of the Unibotra cauliflower, which are the inflorescences, are arranged tightly. The purpose of the vegetable crop is universal. Unibotra cauliflower makes delicious casseroles for dinner and vegetable stews for lunch. The inflorescences are also suitable for freezing and canning.

The advantages of the Unibotra variety are resistance to high temperatures and good taste of the heads of cabbage.

Abeni

This variety is valued for its large head size and taste. Despite the fact that its homeland is Holland, it adapts perfectly to the climatic conditions of our region. Vegetable crops ripen in 95-100 days.

Brief characteristics of the variety

The inflorescences are painted white, the weight of the head reaches 3 kg. Almost all heads, tightly covered with leaf plates, have the same shape. The vegetable has excellent taste. This is why Abeni cauliflower makes excellent steamed dishes. Cooks also use it for frying.

In talking about the advantages, it should be noted that the root system of Abeni cauliflower is very well developed. This allows the vegetable crop to tolerate stressful situations well (changes in temperature, for example).

Sowing white cabbage seeds

Absolutely all varieties of white cabbage are propagated by seeds. Before sowing, seeds should be pre-treated and prepared. Pre-sowing seed preparation involves several sequential activities:

• seeds collected independently or purchased from hand must be sorted by size and appearance;
• to protect garden crops from fungal diseases, seed material should be kept for a quarter of an hour in water with a temperature of 48-50 o C, and then immersed in cold water for a couple of minutes;
• good results are obtained by treating seed material with Fitosporin-M or a mixture based on Alirin-B and Gamaira for 12 hours at room temperature;
• After processing, garden seeds need to be dried to a free-flowing state.

Starting in May, cabbage seed can be sown on pre-prepared beds in open ground. It should be remembered that direct sowing in open ground is used for growing early varieties of white cabbage.

Bruce

This hybrid is valued for its ease of care. Vegetable crops ripen in 100-105 days.

Brief characteristics of the variety

Small heads, painted white, are formed from small inflorescences. The density of the head of cabbage covered with leaves is average. The weight of the heads rarely exceeds 1.5 kg. Bruce cauliflower can be preserved. It is also suitable for freezing.

Among the advantages, the plasticity of the variety should be noted. It does not require additional nutrition, which reduces the cost of growing vegetables. The plant needs to be fed only if its leaf blades turn red or acquire a bluish tint, which indicates a lack of microelements. Bruce is resistant to low temperatures, making it suitable for early planting.

Whiteexel

The Whitexel hybrid is valued for its stable yield and uniform fruiting. The variety ripens in 75-85 days.

Brief characteristics of the variety

Large snow-white inflorescences, covered with leaves, are located very close to each other. The weight of a ripe head of cabbage varies between 2.2-2.5 kg. About 5 kg of heads of cabbage are harvested per square meter. Despite the fact that the inflorescences are large, the head is almost round. You can prepare first and second courses from Whitexel cauliflower and use it for freezing. Cauliflower goes well with all types of meat and any vegetables.

The advantages include preservation of presentation during transportation, resistance to bad weather conditions and common diseases.

Aggressor

The Aggressor variety can be stored for a long time

This type of white cabbage crop of category f1 was bred in Holland. It is suitable for cultivation in all regions of Russia and Ukraine. The growing season is 150 days from the moment the first shoots appear. Due to its slow growth, the inner head of the fruit becomes significantly denser. The leaves are light green, with a slight waxy coating. The fruits are large, their diameter can reach 25 cm, and their weight is 4-5 kg. About 700 kg of selected products are collected from 1 hectare. This late cabbage is ideal for pickling, pickling and long-term storage.

Seeds are planted in mid-March. Planting seedlings in open ground is allowed only in mid-May, when winter frosts have already subsided.

This representative of the Dutch selection is resistant to blackleg and bacteriosis. Resistance to flea and aphid is noted.