Sineglazka potato: description and characteristics of the variety, cultivation and yield with photo

Traditionally, the "potato power" is called the Republic of Belarus, but in Russia, this crop occupies a lot of sown area at the level of private farms. Sineglazka potatoes have been loved and revered by our compatriots for more than a decade. In a warm, non-rainy summer, the crop can be high, and the tubers come out large and even. If the temperature in the summer months is below normal, it rains, then this negatively affects the yield, the tubers become smaller, and the taste of potatoes deteriorates noticeably.

With all the nuances, Sineglazka's characteristic is positive. In particular, it adequately resists diseases such as:

• potato cancer;
• scab;
• golden nematode.

To avoid trouble, experts advise purchasing high-quality seed potatoes from a trusted seller. It is not recommended to plant tubers from your own reserve, and after a few seasons the variety must be completely renewed.

"Talking" title

Recognizing the root crops of the described variety, among others, is as easy as shelling pears - by their oval-oblong shape, blue shoots and pale purple skin. Blue eyes and gave the name to this culture.

For reference: the variety Sineglazka was bred in the USSR by a specialist Demin in the late 40s. The scientist achieved success by crossing several types of cultivated potatoes with wild ones.

The hybrid was tested at several experimental stations and at first was highly appreciated by experts. However, industrial cultivation has shown that potatoes cannot withstand long-term storage.

Description of the variety, let's start with the fact that Sineglazka belongs to the category of potato varieties of medium ripeness. This is a potato with an amazing taste and a high content of starch.

Sineglazka perfectly resists phytophthora. However, until spring, such potatoes are not stored in a normal state, so the owners try to use the tubers of this variety in the first place. And blue-eyed potato puree is just amazing!

Planting, weeding and other activities

Sineglazka is usually planted in early May, when the weather is favorable and taking into account the regional characteristics of cultivation.Early potatoes are initially placed under the film. Pre-treatment of seeds from pests and diseases, germination in the sun can be the key to a rich harvest.

Sineglazka potato variety is best suited for planting on sandy and loamy soils. He needs organic fertilizer in the fall and good compost in the spring. Manure deficiency is corrected with potassium and phosphorus sulfate - half a large spoon per square of soil. Until spring, fertilizers are transformed into a form of digestibility suitable for plants.

The beds for Sineglazka are prepared in the following sizes:

• 60 to 70 centimeters wide;
• holes are made at a distance of 35-40 centimeters from each other;
• hole depth - 10-12 centimeters.

The space formed according to such dimensions contributes to the systematic development of tubers. Private traders, as a rule, add a handful of ash and humus to each hole before planting seeds.

With the advent of sprouts and before hilling, the soil should be loosened and nitrogenous compounds, urea or mullein should be added. After each fertilization, the beds must be irrigated. As for hilling, it must be done several times a season for better tuber growth.

Potatoes need to be watered based on the amount of precipitation over the summer. If the season is rainy, then additional watering of the beds is not required. In a drought, the culture, like all other plantings, will die without irrigation. On average, these activities are planned at the time of potato germination, during the flowering period and after it. Excessive or insufficient watering will directly affect the yield of potatoes.

When the Sineglazka potato goes into tops, it means that there is an excess of nutrients and moisture in the soil. In the first case, they limit the application of fertilizers or completely refuse them until the end of the season, and in the second, they trample the tops a couple of weeks after flowering.

Such work with potatoes as weeding and destruction of the Colorado potato beetle and other potato pests must be done constantly, otherwise you can be left without potatoes in the fall. Diseases must be detected at an early stage and prevented from spreading. Well, if it is not possible to recognize the problem in time, then then you have to move on to decisive action in the fight against plant ailments:

• spray with chemicals;
• remove diseased bushes along with tubers;
• burn infected plants.

Harvesting and storage

Potatoes ripen at the end of July and can be harvested until the end of September. The highest yield is observed in the final stage of the growing season. Citizens begin to partially collect Sineglazka in the second half of July. It is recommended to start digging potatoes for storage in the twentieth of August.

A sunny day is chosen for the harvest. In the rain, digging potatoes is both unpleasant and unwise - because they need to be dried, otherwise they will quickly begin to rot.

When digging, the tubers are left on the ground, and not placed in buckets or bags - let them dry thoroughly. So that the collected potatoes do not get wet by rain during airing, it is better to spread them under a canopy.

After drying, the potatoes are sorted, divided into large, medium, small. Rotted tubers are discarded, dented, damaged ones are cut and immediately used for cooking. Good specimens are put away for storage. It is best to store potatoes in the basement, on a balcony or loggia at a temperature of + 3-5 degrees.

Reviews about Sineglazka are positive among the people. This is one of my favorite varieties. And, despite various problems with its preservation, it is still in demand.

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