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Potatoes are the most common vegetable in our country. It is grown in almost every site. Therefore, every gardener wants to choose the most productive and tasty variety for himself. Knowing this, breeders are constantly developing and improving potato varieties. Every year there are more and more of them. With such a variety, it is difficult to determine the best option. In this article we will look at one of the favorite varieties of many gardeners - "Breeze". Below you will see a detailed description of the "Breeze" potato variety.
Characteristics of the variety
Potato variety "Breeze" is classified as a medium early variety. From the moment of planting to full ripening of tubers, it takes from 60 to 80 days. There is no need to delay the harvest, as soon as 2–2.5 months have passed, you can safely start harvesting.
The plant has a rather thin stem with a pale color. But the leaves of the potato "Breeze" are large and bright. They have a deep green color with dark veins and edging. From above, the leaves are slightly wavy and rough. The inflorescences of this variety are medium in size. The petals are white both inside and outside. In general, the bush is unremarkable and moderately spreading.
The stems are of a semi-erect type, which is very convenient, since the bush will not lie on the ground. The bushes themselves are not tall, but quite fruitful. On average, about 395 quintals of potatoes can be harvested from one hectare. The tubers are oval in shape. The skin is pleasant to the touch, smoothness is medium. The eyes are not very deep. The weight of one tuber can reach up to 150 grams. The photo below shows the color of the tuber in the section. As you can see, the potato has a slightly yellowish color. The starch concentration in fruits ranges from 10 to 16%.
Advantages and disadvantages
The characteristic of the potato variety "Breeze" contains both advantages and disadvantages. But still, the pluses prevail in this case. So, Breeze potatoes received the following positive reviews:
- high and stable yields;
- good fruit taste. In boiled form, the variety received 7 points out of 10 possible;
- good commercial qualities;
- high resistance to potato crayfish and golden nematode;
- banded and wrinkled mosaic does not affect this variety;
- leaves do not curl;
- fruits are easy to clean.
Such tubers lend themselves to any kind of processing. All kinds of dishes are prepared from them. The fruits are quickly boiled and fried. Considering all this, it becomes clear why it is so difficult to find bad reviews about Breeze potatoes.
Growing potatoes
Tubers for planting are selected in the fall. They keep well in a cool room throughout the winter. Preparation of potatoes begins one month before planting. It must be germinated. Some put the tubers in plastic and leave it that way. Others simply carry boxes of potatoes out to a warm place.
At this stage, the prevention of various diseases is carried out. For example, the planting material can be treated with a manganese solution. It should be slightly pink. Also, many gardeners spray the tubers with a special preparation that accelerates germination.
Next, they begin to prepare the soil, which also needs to be processed. The site has been dug up since the fall. Grass, leaves or food waste can be added to the soil. This is all dug up together with the ground. During the winter, the decay process will take place, and the waste will turn into an excellent fertilizer.
In the spring, immediately after it gets warmer, you can start planting tubers.First you need to dig holes, the depth of which is at least 9 cm. Fertilizer and prepared potatoes are placed there. You can put 2 or 3 tubers in one hole, this will significantly increase the yield. If you believe the reviews, then potatoes "Breeze" are best planted at a great distance from each other. Some gardeners leave at least 0.9 m between the bows. This way you can protect the bushes from the spread of diseases. In addition, the bushes will not interfere with each other and block the sunlight. This will allow for a more generous harvest.
The most dangerous diseases
The description of the potato "Breeze" warns that this variety is prone to disease with a golden tuberous membrane. Considering that many vegetable gardens are infected with such a virus, you should be very careful. If your plot is contaminated, it is best not to plant Breeze in your garden. But everything is not so bad, this variety has a high resistance to many common diseases. Namely such as:
- Striped mosaic.
- Potato cancer.
- Hall of Leaves.
According to the characteristics, the potato variety "Breeze" has good resistance to Rhizoctonia and black leg. Alternaria potato appears due to a fungus called Alternaria. As you know, potatoes are often infected with fungal diseases. Therefore, gardeners will have to carry out treatment with special preparations, which are called fungicides.
Keep in mind that potatoes take time to express themselves. Don't jump to conclusions from the first year harvest alone. It will take 2-3 years to appreciate the potato variety. Of course, the yield depends a lot on the climate and soil composition. Therefore, you should look closely to choose the variety that suits you.
Correct care
To harvest a good harvest of large potatoes, you need not only to plant the tubers correctly, but also to provide them with high-quality care. The first and most important thing is to regularly loosen the soil. A crust must not be allowed to form on the soil surface. Moreover, this procedure is necessary both before the emergence of seedlings and after the germination of potatoes. When the potatoes grow a little, only the aisles can be loosened.
Reviews and characteristics of the potato variety "Breeze" shows that the bushes need fertilizers for good growth. For this, both organic matter and mineral fertilizers are used. This will increase the yield and make the bushes stronger. It is better to carry out such procedures after rains or watering. As organic matter, an infusion of bird droppings or a mullein solution is suitable.
Top dressing of potatoes is carried out in 3 stages:
- The first feeding is necessary at the time the green mass begins to grow. To do this, combine a spoonful of urea and 10 liters of clean water in one container. Then the potatoes are watered with this solution. For one bush, half a liter of the prepared mixture will be enough.
- The second feeding is carried out during the period of bud formation. To prepare fertilizer, 10 liters of water, a spoonful of potassium sulfate and a spoonful of wood ash are combined in one container.
- The third feeding is necessary during active flowering of potatoes. This time, you should mix 10 liters of pure water with a glass of mullein and two tablespoons of superphosphate.
If it is hot outside during flowering, you will have to water the bushes. At this time, they especially need strength. There is no need to spare water; from 2 to 3 liters of liquid are poured under each bush. The best time to water is in the morning or evening, when the sun is less active. But do not get too carried away with watering. For the entire season, potatoes are watered no more than five times. Excessive moisture will only contribute to the multiplication of pathogens.
Conclusion
Taking into account all the photos, reviews and descriptions of the Breeze potato variety, we can safely say that this is one of the best varieties for growing at home.It has a great taste and high yield; it also resists most diseases. It is a pleasure to look after such bushes.
