Uladar potatoes: description and characteristics of the variety, reviews of summer residents with photos

Today, most gardeners prefer early varieties of potatoes, which are characterized by a high yield percentage. Uladar potatoes belong to the early category. The variety was bred and grown on the territory of Belarus, which indicates the quality and justified popularity among gardeners. Next, consider its characteristics and features, methods of cultivation and storage, as well as the benefits of the species.

Variety description

This variety was cultivated by Belarusian scientists by crossing two types of potatoes: Kolya and Zhivitsa. The variety is relatively young, and will receive wide recognition and use a couple of years ago.Suitable for growing on different types of soil, but the best result is observed when planting in medium granular soil.

The plant is a medium-sized bush, reaching a height of 55-65 centimeters. The stem is semi-straight and thin. The foliage is green, with slight undulations along the edges. Inflorescences of purple hues, sometimes with an admixture of red.

Tubers look like this:

• Oval, oval-round root shape.
• The peel is thin, yellow shades.
• Pulp of pale yellow shade, darkens after heat treatment.
• The eyes of the root crop are small and inconspicuous.
• Mass of tubers varies between 90-180 g.

Uladar potato variety has an early harvest. Already 45-50 days after planting, the first fruits are collected. The vegetation period reaches 65-75 days.

Growing

Before planting, potatoes are first germinated. To do this, first prepared tubers are washed with water. Then they are left in a dry, dark place at a temperature of 13-16 ˚С. After 2-2.5 weeks, as soon as sprouts appear, proceed to planting.

Potatoes are planted in soil pre-fertilized with compost, the temperature of which is approximately 11 ˚С.

The main rule of a good harvest: this potato variety needs regular and frequent fertilization with minerals. Following this rule leads to an increase in the number of fruits in each bush.

The process of planting is to dig holes of the correct depth within 5-9 centimeters. The minimum distance between them is 30-35 centimeters. If the ground is too dry, the holes deepen by 8-10 centimeters. Previously prepared and germinated tubers are planted sprouts up, then sprinkled with compost-fertilized soil.

Features of care

Uladar variety has some features, such as the need for a large amount of oxygen after planting. That is why the plowing of the land is carried out after the first shoots come out. This should be done very carefully so as not to harm the growing potatoes.

Periodically carry out weeding, getting rid of weeds. Another way to saturate the bushes with oxygen is to move the earth to the stems with the help of special garden tools.

Uladar is resistant to dry periods and does not require frequent watering. It is watered immediately after planting and during the entire ripening process at intervals of 2-2.5 weeks. Water is best poured between the beds, as it can wash away the near-root soil, and thereby harm the further maturation of the plant.

Lack of moisture in the plant quickly affects the appearance: the leaves curl, and the stem withers and leans towards the ground.

If external signs do not indicate a problem, then the dryness of the soil is checked by another method - the earth at the roots of the potato is dug up and the condition of the fruit is assessed. If the tubers have shrunk, and there are few or practically no roots, the plant urgently needs watering.

Spraying plants with special preparations against pests, mainly from the Colorado potato beetle, is of considerable importance in care, since this type of potato is often attacked by pests. Spraying is carried out at least 2-4 times per season, and its condition must be carefully monitored.

Pros and cons

Uladar variety potatoes have a lot of advantages:

• The main advantage of the Belarusian variety is considered to be a large percentage of yield. If you follow all the above recommendations for planting and subsequent care, then the grown potatoes yield twice a season.
• Grows in almost any type of soil, and is also not too affected by climate change.
• Resistant to popular diseases and most pests.
• This type of potato belongs to the table variety, so gardeners appreciate it for its excellent taste and different cooking options. Great for boiling, frying and making chips.
• Almost 95% of the crop is saved.

The biggest disadvantage of this potato variety is the tendency to be affected by rhizoctoniosis and planting by Colorado potato beetles.

Pests and diseases

Uladar variety is not prone to potato cancer. There is immunity to viruses of various origins, mosaic and potato nematode.

Slight tendency to leaf curl and rot noted.

Of all the pests, the main enemy of the species is the Colorado potato beetle. In the middle of maturation, the number of insects increases dramatically and there is an urgent need to get rid of them through the use of drugs.

Because of these features, Uladar is in great demand among gardeners and entrepreneurs for small and large scale cultivation.

Harvest and storage of crops

Given the above description, the harvest takes place twice per season. Basically, the first digging of young potatoes falls at the beginning of summer - June, the second time occurs in August - September. The ability to harvest twice depends largely on the soil in which Uladar is planted and proper care to avoid fruit damage.

Dig it up at the moment when the leaves and the plant itself have withered, and the stem is still green. During this period, the root crop is ideal for further use. It has not yet withered from lack of nutrients, the size is large enough, and the peel does not turn green and does not turn yellow from excessive exposure to the sun.

After the potatoes are dug up and harvested, they must be peeled and left to dry before being stored in baskets and boxes for long-term storage. After this stage, it must be sorted: get rid of the rotten and spoiled, leaving only suitable fruits.

Potatoes are stored for a long time and do not require special conditions - only a dry and dark room. Perfectly retains its taste and appearance, thanks to which it is used for various dishes. Does not boil soft during cooking and does not lose its taste after frying.

Reviews of gardeners

This characteristic of the Belarusian variety cannot but attract a large number of both amateur gardeners and entrepreneurs for large-scale purposes. Further reviews will be presented, after which you will be able to understand exactly whether it is worth buying this potato or not.

Elena, a gardener for more than 10 years, writes: “For the first time, I was skeptical about such a volume of Uladar's advantages and just a couple of disadvantages. But she took the risk and was never disappointed. I really harvested twice a season, which is good news. And in terms of taste, it is included in the best table varieties. I will definitely plant in the future.”

Vitaly reports: “I decided to buy this potato solely at the request of my wife. Having followed all the recommendations, we landed only 7 rows, but the result was not long in coming and exceeded all my expectations. We collected about 2 bags, so I recommend everyone to take note of this variety. You won't regret it.”

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