The article presents the Cherryat radish: description of the variety, rules of planting, cultivation, care, protection.
Radishes are loved for their early ripening, and, therefore, for the earliest fortification in the diet. But now there are a large number of varietal varieties grown in greenhouse conditions in autumn and winter. The plant is resistant to bolting, so it can be cultivated on hot days. Today we will look at just one of these hybrid varieties. It is called Cherryat radish F1.
What kind of radish is this
Radish hybrid Cherryet f1 was bred by Japanese breeders . In 2007, the culture was included in the State Register of Russia and recommended for breeding in all regions of the country.
Any hybrid is obtained by crossing two pure varieties, from which it inherits the strongest qualities. Therefore, they are considered more adapted to unfavorable climatic conditions and more resistant to diseases of their family.
Historical reference! The radish was obtained in the Middle Ages as a result of breeding experiments with radishes.
Characteristics and description
This is a mid-late radish - fruiting occurs 20 days after emergence . It takes root equally well both in open ground and in greenhouse conditions. The culture is bred not only for personal use, but also on an industrial scale.
The leaves are smooth, low, strong, gray-green in color . The crop is resistant to flowering, that is, it does not form shoots, so it can be grown all year round.
The genes of the variety contain high resistance to diseases such as clubroot, Fusarium leaf wilt and blackleg.
The main distinguishing feature is the absence of a clear need for long daylight hours.
Description of fruits
The shape is round, the color is bright red, rich, average weight is 25-35 g . The pulp is juicy, tender, without voids, and not prone to cracking in unfavorable conditions. The taste is traditional, slightly spicy.
Ripe vegetables tolerate long-term transportation well . They are stored for a long time, up to one month.
Due to its beneficial composition, radishes are often called “natural vitamins.” It is suitable for consumption whole, in salads, and serves as a decoration for side dishes.
Reference! Ripe radishes contain magnesium, potassium, iron and phosphorus.
Productivity
Productivity is high - from 1 sq. m harvest up to 3 kg of fruit . The fruits are almost the same size, even. Ripe vegetables retain their presentation and taste for a month. For these reasons, the crop is popular among entrepreneurial farmers.
Why is Cherryat F1 radish popular?
Among the many varieties, gardeners often choose Cherryat F1 radishes. Reviews about unpretentiousness in cultivation and care, high yield and early ripening period allow us to conclude that this is a special, unique vegetable.
This variety is good for its quick harvest, which frees up a lot of space in the beds where you can plant other vegetables. Popularity depends on many factors. To those already listed, you can add the cold resistance of the vegetable. 16-20 degrees of heat in the daytime is enough for normal growth of Cherryat F1 radishes.
Planting of early vegetables is carried out after the snow melts, but not immediately. You need to wait a little until the soil dries. It is recommended to dig up the beds in the fall - this will make spring work easier. All that remains is to sow the seeds in the ground and take care of them: water several times a day, thin out if necessary.
Growing a hybrid
Cherriet radish seeds do not require additional processing. They are already ready for sowing: disinfected and treated with nutrients to improve growth.
Other varieties and hybrids of radish:
A productive and easy-to-care variety of Duro radish
Unusual looking and tasty watermelon radish
Early maturing and very popular Sora radish
Landing
Due to their cold resistance, radishes can be sown in early spring under a film cover or in open ground when the soil warms up to 15°C.
The soil is slightly acidic or neutral, light and fertile. For lightness, add river sand, which acts as a leavening agent, and peat will make the soil fertile.
If the acidity is high, slaked lime or dolomite flour is added to the soil . The acidity level (pH) is determined with a litmus indicator. Add a little earth to a glass of water, stir thoroughly and dip litmus paper into the solution. If it turns red, the pH is increased.
Reference! Increased acidity is indicated by the appearance of sorrel, sedge and plantain at the dacha.
Seeds are sown to a depth of 1.5 cm with a distance of 5 cm between holes. Leave 15 cm between the rows. After sowing, the holes are filled with peat and the surface is lightly sprinkled with warm water.
At a temperature of 12-15°C, seedlings will appear in 4-6 days. In colder weather, seed germination will take up to 7-10 days.
Care
The main thing in care is proper watering . Water the hybrid abundantly and often to prevent the soil from drying out. If there is a lack of moisture, the fruits will begin to crack. There is no need to flood the beds, as excess moisture threatens the spread of fungal infections. In addition, the fruits acquire a watery taste.
To prevent the beds from drying out longer, they are mulched with straw or sawdust. Mulch, in addition to retaining moisture, performs a preventive function in pest control.
Since the vegetative period of radish is short, it does not need fertilizing . It is enough to add humus to the dug soil two weeks before sowing, thereby saturating the soil with additional nutrients necessary for full growth.
Diseases and pests
Despite the fact that the crop is highly resistant to diseases of the cruciferous family, if the irrigation regime and crop rotation rules are violated, fungal infections cannot be ruled out.
Downy mildew appears on leaves as a white powdery coating . This plaque then spreads throughout the plant, causing the seedlings to wither and die. In order to prevent the disease from entering the beds, it is necessary to maintain a distance of at least 5 cm between the holes when planting. Densified plantings promote the transfer of fungal spores. Also, during the growth of seedlings, they are sprayed with the fungicidal agent “Fitosporin”, which not only protects against infections, but also strengthens the plant’s immunity.
Cruciferous flea beetles cause irreparable damage to very young plants . Therefore, after sowing, the beds are covered with non-woven material, which allows air and light to pass through, but does not allow pests to get inside. After two weeks, cruciferous flea beetles are less dangerous for seedlings, since by that time they have become coarser and do not attract the pest.
Also, to prevent insect invasion, seedlings are sprayed with an infusion of onion peels or a decoction of plantain.
Harvesting and application
Strong radish leaves allow you to pull the root crop out of the ground easily, without damage . All fruits are smooth, round, approximately the same weight and size and have an attractive presentation. Cherriet radishes do not linger on the shelves.
The fruits are stored for a long time without losing their taste . They can be transported anywhere in the country; the fruits do not wither or crack.
In cooking, radishes are used to prepare salads and decorate dishes.
Harvest and storage
As already mentioned, the radish harvest can be harvested in 20-25 days. But don’t rush to pull the root crop out of the ground. Wait a little longer than expected, and in this case the root crop will gain more weight (more than 30 g), and the harvest will be of higher quality. After removing the vegetable from the soil, trim the tops and remove the root system.
The harvested crop can be stored in the basement or in the refrigerator on the lower shelves for about a month. During this period, Cherriet radishes do not lose their external and taste qualities. Before storing, wash the tubers from dirt and dry them.
A video review of the Cherriet radish variety can be seen in the following video:
Features of growing in a greenhouse
In a greenhouse, root crop seeds are sown as early as March and throughout the year if the greenhouse is heated. In the cold season, grain germination is delayed for several days. Full lighting is required throughout the entire period of growth and development, otherwise fruiting will also occur later.
The planting scheme is of particular importance : in greenhouses, grains are sown at a distance of 6-7 cm from each other. When thickened, pests and fungal spores multiply quickly. Also, pathogens love high humidity and air temperature. Therefore, the greenhouse is ventilated every day, avoiding drafts.
As soon as seedlings appear , the temperature is lowered to 8-10°C and moderate watering is maintained. During fruit formation, the temperature is maintained at 16°C, and watering is increased, otherwise the fruits will not gain weight.
Planting and care
In the register, the Cherriet variety is noted as a plant of medium late ripening.
Considering radish's tolerance to cold, it can be sown indoors at the end of March. To plant seeds in the soil without shelter, you will have to wait for the arrival of April warmth. At this time, the earth warms up to +8˚+10°C, as a result, seed germination occurs much faster. Although Cherriet is not afraid of frost, at -4-5°C the seedlings feel less comfortable.
To lay out a bed for radishes, choose loose chernozem or sandy loam with a neutral or slightly acidic pH reaction. The best location for crops is on the sunny side of the site. In the shade of a house, near a fence or under a tree, radish sprouts will reach towards the light. The stems will become thin, and the development of the part of the root crop located in the soil will slow down.
Before sowing the variety, heavy soil is improved by adding compost, sand, peat, and humus. It is not recommended to add peat: it increases acidity. Ash or lime helps reduce its level.
Attention! Fresh droppings, mullein or slurry should not be applied under radishes. Culture does not tolerate them.
The area allocated for planting Cherriet radishes is loosened manually or mechanically, then lightly rolled. There is no need to soak the seeds. The cultivation technology involves planting the Cherriet variety according to a certain pattern. Rows with a depth of 15-25 mm are made in the soil, while the row spacing is 10-15 cm.
Judging by the reviews, Cherryat radish seeds appear within a week. When two leaves appear, the sprouts are thinned out (if necessary), spacing 5 cm between them. The use of a special marker simplifies the process: seeds of a radish variety called Cherriet are placed in the holes made at the required distance. This technique helps to rationally use each seed and eliminate the thinning stage.
Root crops gain mass quickly and rapidly, so fertilizing is not advisable. But radishes feel an urgent need for watering. A layer of soil 10 cm thick should not dry out. To avoid the formation of a crust after moistening, the surface of the ridge where the Cherriet variety grows must be loosened.
Open ground cultivation
Even despite the hot climate and long daylight hours, in the summer Cherryet does not form flower shoots, as many other varieties do. Therefore, when exposed to sunlight, it is not necessary to shade it. The main thing is to ensure timely and competent watering .
Seed material is sown in open beds even in the middle of summer, since at any time of the year the hybrid forms root crops and not barren flowers.
According to the rules of crop rotation, seed material is sown in beds where tomatoes or cucumbers previously grew . These are the best predecessors of radishes. But the hybrid cannot be planted in those beds where cabbage family crops grew. Such soil will not provide the seedlings with the necessary nutrients. And onions and carrots will be good neighbors for the crop.
In order for seedlings to grow well , before sowing, add a full range of minerals to the soil, in addition to peat and humus. This is quite enough and in the future the plant does not need to be fed. But if you notice that the radishes are not growing well, water the seedlings with a solution of ash in the proportion of one glass per 10 liters of water.
Reference! Potassium contained in the ash is well absorbed by plants and promotes rapid ripening of fruits.
Diseases and pests
| Disease/pest | Signs of radish damage | Methods of prevention/treatment |
| Cruciferous flea beetles | They gnaw through leaves during the germination period and can destroy the entire plant. | Completely cover the radish plantings with thin agrofibre for 2 weeks until root crops begin to form, when the pest is no longer a threat. Pollinating radishes every 2-3 days with tobacco dust, wood ash or a mixture of both. Spraying with infusions of tomato leaves, celandine, tobacco, dandelion |
| Kila | Swellings form on the roots, the plant withers and dies | Do not plant radishes after growing vegetables from the cabbage family. |
| Downy mildew | The formation of white plaque on the leaves leads to the death of the plant | Strictly maintain the distance between plants when sowing, spray with phytosporin |
Advantages and disadvantages
The main advantage of the Cherriet hybrid is its high resistance to bolting , despite unfavorable factors.
Other useful properties:
- high yield;
- increased immunity to diseases;
- simple agricultural technology;
- absence of voids in the fruits;
- excellent taste;
- long storage;
- duration of transportation;
- Possibility of breeding for sale.
The only negative is the inability to independently collect seeds for the next planting.
Farmer reviews
According to farmers, Cherryat f1 radish is exactly the crop that should be grown in any region, regardless of the scale of production. Root crops are good for both personal farming and commercial purposes.
Anton, Bryansk : “I liked the Japanese hybrid for its yield and fruit size. With good watering, the root crops reached 5-6 cm, which is quite consistent with the advertising photos. Moreover, these giants have no voids inside; they are juicy and tasty. I sowed seeds in a greenhouse during frosts, and later in open ground. I didn’t observe any bolting, despite the hot summer.”
Varvara, Omsk : “I planted Cherriet and understood why gardeners choose imported seeds. The leaves are small, and the fruits are juicy and tasty. Growing it is a pleasure, absolutely no problems during the growing season and no diseases. The taste is more sweet than spicy, which suits me just fine.”
Reproduction
Sowing seeds in the ground is carried out in April, at the end of the month or with the onset of the first days of May. The seeds should first be soaked in water with added salt. Empty specimens unsuitable for sowing will float up - they need to be thrown away. The seeds are buried 1 cm into the soil and sprinkled with soil. The distance between them should be at least 7 cm, and between the rows - 15 cm.
Approximate sowing dates are: April 20, May 10, June 1 and 20, July 10, August 20. For early variety seeds to germinate, 4-5 degrees of heat is enough. Although they are not afraid of sub-zero temperatures (about 5 degrees). However, it is better to sow at a higher temperature (about 20 degrees Celsius) - this way the seeds will germinate faster and get stronger.
Healthy seedlings are the key to a good harvest. When the seedlings sprout together, they need to be thinned out, if necessary. After sowing, hybrid Cherryat radish requires intensive watering. The peculiarities of the variety are that a high yield can be obtained provided that all growing rules are followed, one of which is watering.
Seedlings need it; they should be watered twice a day: early in the morning and late in the evening. Radish beds should never dry out. When watering, the soil is washed away and exposes the roots. They must be covered with soil immediately, otherwise growth and formation may slow down. The harvest is harvested 20-30 days after sowing the seeds.
Varieties of vegetables with a round root shape, which includes Cherriet, can easily be transplanted to another place of growth. This is explained by the fact that the root crop is formed with the participation of the root, which may be damaged when transplanting a long form of the vegetable.
