Queen Sugar cabbage - variety description, photos, reviews, planting and care

The emphasis in this article, the inventory of which includes the best varieties of cabbage recommended by me for planting in 2022 (subsequent years will be no exception), will be made taking into account the preferences of all family members. Not only varieties of white cabbage, but also red cabbage, as well as cauliflower, broccoli, Peking cabbage, and even little-known kohlrabi cabbage (from which the salad is so tender), will be presented to you “on a plate” with a photo and description.

We gardeners, out of habit, remain faithful to the old, reliable varieties of vegetables. This also manifests itself when growing cabbage in summer cottages. Of the white cabbages, many plant early-ripening June (1971), mid-ripening Slava (1940), mid-late Podarok (1961), late Amager (1943). Tested by time and not only kept in mind, but also suitable for planting, Viennese kohlrabi and colored Movir (1969). But selection is moving forward, offering many new varieties, including hybrids. It makes sense to test them, maintaining the timing of fertilizing and watering, without, however, rejecting the selection successes of previous years. The new products are primarily attracted by the increased resistance of cabbage to diseases, the uniformity of the products, and the highest taste qualities.

All data on the weight “run” are given from 2005 to 2016, taking into account relatively average weather and extensive care for vegetable plantings, starting with cabbage seedlings. There have been rainy seasons and droughts have not escaped our site, but I can testify that the varieties offered will not disappoint either those living in the northern regions, or in the Middle Zone, or the southerners. So we took the seeds and began to sow.

Description of cabbage Sugar Queen

The heads of white cabbage Sugar Queen F1 are medium-sized, round in shape, weighing up to 4 kg. They have a medium density. The rosette is moderately spreading, the leaves are large. The upper leaves are soft green, the inner leaves are sugar white. The pulp is juicy, crispy and sweet with a high concentration of sugar, minerals and vitamins.

Sugar Queen cabbage is unpretentious, and novice gardeners can grow it. Initially, the variety was zoned for the central region (Moscow region, Bryansk, Ryazan, etc.). Currently, the Sugar Queen cabbage variety is recommended for cultivation in all climatic zones, except for the northern regions.

Interesting fact! Cabbage Sugar Queen F1, as the name suggests, is a first generation hybrid plant. It is deservedly considered one of the sweetest varieties.

The Sugar Queen should not be confused with another variety - Sugarloaf, which is a late-ripening variety with round, juicy heads weighing up to 3.5 kg.

Productivity, marketability, storage

The ripening period for Sugar Loaf heads is late. Technical ripeness occurs approximately 110-120 days after planting the seedlings in a permanent place.

The variety is characterized by a high yield of marketable products - at the level of 93%

According to the State Register, marketable yield reaches 398-551 c/ha, which is 60-110 c/ha higher than that of the “Kolobok” and “Kruon” hybrids accepted as standards. The maximum figures recorded in the Altai Territory were 564 c/ha. According to the originator, the average yield is observed in the range of 650-700 c/ha.

Marketable appearance and good taste last for at least 3-4 months, but gardeners claim that the heads of cabbage can last until spring.

The variety is resistant to Fusarium leaf wilt, clubroot and bacteriosis. Well suited for growing in Western Siberia. The manufacturing company recommends it for cultivation in all regions .

Characteristics of the cabbage variety Sugar Queen F1

White cabbage Sugar Queen has a stable yield - about 15 kg per square meter. m. The specific yield of marketable fruits is 92-95% of the harvested crop. Heads of cabbage ripen in August–September.

The frost resistance of the crop is average; young seedlings can withstand short-term frosts down to –5˚C. When describing the Sugar Queen cabbage variety, it is important to note that the heads of cabbage tolerate long-term storage (3–4 months) and long-distance transportation.

The strong root system of the Sugar Queen variety allows it to obtain moisture from the deep layers of the soil, so the variety is resistant to drought. Lack of water does not affect fork tying, but it should be watered regularly to get a good harvest.

Wintering 1474

The variety is late-ripening, high-yielding. The leaf rosette is semi-spreading, slightly raised. The leaves are round, gray-green, covered with a dense layer of waxy coating. The heads of cabbage are round-flat, dense, and do not crack. The taste is excellent. The purpose is universal. It is recommended for fresh consumption in the second half of winter.

The variety is quite drought-resistant and easily tolerates sudden temperature changes. Heads of cabbage can withstand temperatures as low as –6°C. The plant is unpretentious in care and undemanding to the composition of the soil. The variety rarely suffers from flowering. This problem usually occurs when growing crops in a shady area.

The Zimovka 1474 variety is resistant to many fungal diseases, but is susceptible to attack by insect pests.

Planting cabbage Sugar Queen

Planting and further care of Sugar Queen cabbage is standard and does not present any particular difficulties. Sunny, spacious areas are suitable for cultivation. The soil is preferably neutral acidity, loam with a fertile top layer. For high acidity, you can add dolomite flour.

It is important to pay attention to predecessors. Cabbage should not be planted after radishes, radishes and turnips. It is also not recommended to plant cabbage in one place for two years in a row. Suitable predecessors are legumes, turf, potatoes, onions, cucumbers.

Growing seedlings

White cabbage is grown mainly through seedlings. The sowing time for Sugar Queen cabbage varies depending on climatic conditions. In the central region, seedlings are sown in mid-to-late April. After 11–15 days, the first shoots appear.

When purchasing seeds in specialized stores, no processing is required; germination remains valid for 3–4 years. If the seeds are collected independently, to prevent fungal and bacterial diseases, disinfection is carried out with a manganese solution, phytosporin or copper sulfate.

Soil for seedlings is mixed with peat, sand and ash. The disinfection substrate is calcined in an oven. It is recommended to grow seedlings in containers under film, the optimal temperature is +20 degrees. Sow cabbage seeds to a depth of 1–2 cm, leaving free spaces of 4–5 cm.

Transplantation into the ground

From the appearance of the first shoots to the planting of seedlings in open ground, 40-45 days should pass. By this time, the seedlings have formed 5–6 leaves.

Varieties of white cabbage by ripening time

Numerous varieties of cabbage differ in terms of ripening . This characteristic must be taken into account when choosing the option most suitable for specific climatic conditions.

Ultra early

TOP 5 varieties with very early ripening:

1. Hermes cabbage - ripening approximately 58 days after the appearance of the first shoots, weight 2 kg, not prone to cracking, high productivity. Enriched composition with a high content of vitamins A, C, iron and calcium.
2. Express – ripening up to 45 days, weight 0.9-1.5 kg, yield up to 7 kg/m2, shelf life 1.5 months. Due to the high juiciness of the leaves, it is well suited for fresh consumption.
3. Pandion F1 – early ripeness (up to 53 days), weight 2 kg, transportability, resistance to cracking, shelf life up to 2 months.
4. Parel F1 - ripening in about 50 days, weight up to 1.5 kg, good adaptation after planting in open ground, possibility of long-term transportation without loss of quality.
5. Nozomi F1 – growing season 55 days, weight 2 kg, high yield even in conditions with excessive humidity, resistance to blackleg and Alternaria.

Important! In greenhouse conditions, ultra-early varieties of white cabbage ripen much faster than in open ground and have a higher immunity to diseases.

Early ripening

The TOP 5 early ripening varieties of cabbage include:

1. Gribovsky 147 – ripening period up to 110 days, weight about 2.5 kg, no tendency to cracking and bolting, resistance to temperature changes and drought.
2. Garden head - ripening (simultaneous) up to 100 days, weight up to 1.8 kg, yield 7.2 kg/m2, resistance to infectious diseases, cold conditions, temperature changes and cracking. Excellent taste, juiciness and delicate texture of the fruit.
3. Aurora F1 – growing season 60 days, weight 1.8 kg, productivity 6.5 kg/m2, non-cracking, crispy flesh, excellent taste. Versatility in use.
4. Vestri - ripening 95 days, weight 4-8 kg, yield up to 750 c/ha, ability to easily tolerate low temperatures (from -5 to -8°C), immunity to “black rot” and fusarium. Good preservation (about 4 months), transportability, versatility.
5. Granddaughter F1 – ripening up to 100 days, weight 2 kg, productivity up to 6 kg/m2, resistance to fusarium, cold and cracking. Excellent taste and product quality, possibility of transportation.

Mid-season varieties

TOP 5 varieties of white cabbage with an average ripening period:

1. Natasha F1 – ripening up to 140 days, weight 2.4 kg, productivity 520 c/ha, excellent taste and marketability, immunity to many major diseases.
2. New York F1 – ripening up to 150 days, weight 2.7 kg, average yield 600 c/ha, excellent taste, immunity to fusarium. Due to its vitamin-enriched composition, it is recommended for fresh use.
3. Revenge F1 – growing season about 140 days, weight 3 kg, productivity up to 7 kg/m2, unpretentiousness, resistance to temperature changes and infectious diseases. Excellent taste and commercial qualities, possibility of long-term storage, transportability.
4. Satellite F1 – ripening 140 days, weight 4 kg, yield up to 780 c/ha, resistance to fusarium, cracking, drought and sudden temperature changes. High taste characteristics, possibility of long-term transportation.
5. Tolero F1 – ripening 135 days, weight 3.2 kg, productivity 570 c/ha, excellent taste and commercial qualities, universal purpose.

Late

TOP 5 late-ripening cabbage varieties:

1. Amager - ripening in about 160 days, weight 3.6 kg, yield 65 t/ha (stable), frost resistance, transportability, non-cracking, storage until the next summer.
2. Expect F1 – ripening up to 160 days, weight 3 kg, productivity 10 kg/m2, low susceptibility to infectious diseases, frost resistance, possibility of transportation over long distances, long-term storage.
3. Mechta (Mara) – growing season 165 days, weight 4 kg, yield 10 kg/m2, high immunity to most diseases, ability for long-term storage, no tendency to crack, excellent taste, versatility in use.
4. Belorusskaya 455 – ripening from 150 days, weight 4.5 kg, productivity 8-10 kg/m2, excellent taste and commercial qualities, ease of care, ability to tolerate acclimatization well.
5. Blizzard – growing season 160 days, weight 3.7 kg, productivity 10 kg/m2, resistance to temperature changes and spring frosts, immunity to “black leg”, bacteriosis: vascular and mucous. Excellent taste, rich in sugar, vitamins and minerals. Possibility of transportation while maintaining its presentation.

Important! Proper storage of late-ripening cabbage allows you to preserve the maximum amount of vitamins and nutrients, especially necessary for human health in winter.

Caring for Sugar Queen cabbage

The main agrotechnical procedures for growing cabbage include: watering, fertilizing and loosening.

Water the cabbage generously, at the root. For two weeks after planting, the soil is moistened daily, then 1-2 times a week. During dry periods, the amount of water should be 2 liters per bush. Young plants are irrigated in small portions. The water should be settled and at room temperature. It is best to water cabbage beds in the evening to avoid burning the leaves. The volume and frequency of watering is increased during the period of active growth, and reduced towards the end of the growing season. 10-15 days before harvesting, you should stop watering.

During the growing process, cabbage is treated twice with complex fertilizers based on phosphorus, magnesium, nitrogen, potassium and calcium. The plants are first fed 2-3 weeks after transplanting into the ground. The second feeding is applied during the head setting period. Treatment with a solution of wood ash is also beneficial for cabbage.

For good growth, a regular supply of oxygen to the roots is very important for cabbage, so the soil in the beds is regularly loosened, while removing weeds.

Turkis (Turkiz)

Late-ripening variety of German selection. Ripe cabbage is consumed both fresh and used for pickling. The heads of cabbage have a regular round shape, as they ripen they become dark green and do not crack, the taste is pleasant and delicate. Turkis cabbage is one of the record holders for shelf life. Plants are also resistant to bacteriosis, fusarium, clubroot and fomoz.

What varieties and hybrids of cabbage intended for long-term storage do you grow on your plot? Share your preferences in the comments.

Reviews of cabbage Sugar Queen F1

Nadezhda, 37 years old, Kostroma, grew the Sugar Queen from seedlings. I can say with confidence that the cabbage met all expectations. Cabbage quickly releases juice; you don’t even need to grind it with salt. The leaves are juicy, tasty, easy to chop, good in salads, cabbage rolls and excellent for salting. Productivity is high, germination is also high. Not a single head of cabbage cracked. We made a minimum of effort, and the heads of cabbage grew weighing 4-5 kg!

Larisa, 31 years old, Ryazan I’ve never seen such juicy and tasty thin-leaf cabbage before. The Sugar Queen variety is mid-season, with large forks. The head of cabbage is medium hard, not as hard as the Dutch varieties, but not loose either. Salads from it turn out great. And not just salads. I make cabbage rolls, solyanka, and bake pies. It is also tasty when fermented. I have been growing this variety for four years now. The first year, some of the heads of cabbage burst; in the second year, in August, I reduced watering to 2 times a month, this helped. Relatives and friends to whom I recommended this variety were satisfied and expressed gratitude.

Three heroes

Three heroes is one of the most productive varieties of cabbage: if you follow all the rules of agricultural technology, you can harvest about 40 kg from 1 sq.m! Fully justifies the name of the variety and the size of the head of cabbage - 10-15 kg. Cabbage has good shelf life and transportability, has excellent taste, and is suitable for consumption in fresh and processed form. Another advantage of the variety is its high resistance to many diseases.

The heads of cabbage are round or flat-round, with a small inner stump, and do not crack. The outer leaf blades are gray-green with a faint waxy coating. Inside the heads of cabbage are white and juicy.

For planting, it is recommended to choose a sunny place with fertile soil.

What does selection offer: the best varieties

The varietal assortment of cabbage is large, but summer residents most often focus on old varieties, being somewhat distrustful of new developments by breeders. The traditional choice of vegetables for pickling and pickling is the famous Slava, Podarok, Belorusskaya.

However, hybrids – domestic and foreign, mainly Dutch selection – are successfully salted and fermented. It’s difficult to argue about taste; every housewife has her own preferences. The new products are distinguished by high immunity, are little affected by diseases and pests, and are suitable for transportation - and these are clear advantages.

When choosing a variety, consider:

• ripening time;
• purpose;
• climatic conditions of the region;
• taste qualities;
• productivity.

The latest ones are put into cellars, but the heads of cabbage that ripen by the end of September or October are sent to tubs and barrels.