- Name synonyms: Larsia
- Year of approval: 2007
- Appointment: for fresh consumption, for fermentation, for all types of processing
- Leaf rosette: raised
- Leaf size: medium to large
- Leaf color: gray-green
- Sheet surface: slightly bubbly
- Outside stump: short to medium length
- Internal stump: short to medium length
- Weight, kg: 1,9-2,7
Some varieties of cabbage are bred for private cultivation, while others are bred for the purpose of mass production. White cabbage Larsia belongs to the second variety.
Breeding history
The Larsia hybrid was developed by American scientists in 2005. The originator is Seminis Vegetable Seeds, the maker of hybrid plants and the largest supplier to the mass market. Larsia cabbage was included in the state register in 2007. Also, the culture can be found under the name Larsia.
Description of the variety
The advantages of the variety are good immunity. The heads of cabbage also have a pleasant and refined taste that many consumers like. Larsia cabbage has a high yield, and the seed germination rate is from 93 to 95%.
The disadvantages include a short shelf life - only 2-4 months. It is not recommended to cover cabbage with foil, and also to grow it in greenhouses.
Characteristics of the appearance of the plant and heads of cabbage
The rosette is raised, the leaves are powerful, medium to large in size. The surface of the leaf plate has a slight blistering, there is a waxy coating on it. The leaves are gray-green in color. The edges are slightly wavy. The outer stump can be short or medium.
The head of cabbage has a rounded shape. Vegetable mass - from 1.9 to 2.7 kg. The color of the upper sheets is light green. In the context, cabbage has a whitish tint. In terms of density, the vegetable is elastic (density is estimated at 4.4 points). Internal stump of short to medium size.
Purpose and taste
Larsia is suitable for fresh consumption, for preparing hot dishes (soups, side dishes), for pickling and freezing. Taste qualities are estimated at 4.5 points. The taste of cabbage is juicy and sweet, without the presence of bitterness.
Ripening terms
Larsia cabbage is a mid-season crop. From germination to technical ripeness, an average of 125-130 days pass. Harvesting begins in August-September.
Yield
The variety was bred for mass production, because more than 90% of the products are sold on the market. Therefore, its yield is quite high. From one hectare you can rent from 353 to 545 centners. The maximum yield is 761 centners per hectare.
Growing regions
Recommended growing regions are:
- Central;
- West Siberian;
- Northwestern;
- Volgo-Vyatsky;
- Uralsky.
Growing and care
Larsia cabbage is a mid-season crop, so the seeds should be planted on seedlings from the second half of March to mid-April. Sowing is carried out in seedling boxes or individual containers. The soil should be chosen nutritious and very light. Watering the seedlings should be sufficient, but not too intense.
The soil must be moistened in a timely manner, but it cannot be poured. Otherwise, the root system can be comprehended by the black leg ailment. While the seedlings are growing, a room temperature of 15-18 ° C should be observed.The seedlings must receive sufficient sunlight. In total, this should be 15 hours of daylight hours.
Seedlings dive in the presence of 2 strong leaves. 10 days before transplanting into open ground, it is better to take seedlings outside for gradual acclimatization.
The site should be dug up in the fall. It should be well lit by the sun, and the soil should be full of minerals, have a weak or neutral acidity. Before planting, the bed is dug again, humus, wood ash and a solution of nitrophoska are introduced there. Then holes are formed with a depth of 15 cm, the landing pattern itself is 60x50 cm.
Care will be as follows.
- Timely watering. After planting, the first two weeks, cabbage is watered every 3-5 days. For 1 m2, there should be from 6 to 8 liters. Further, the procedure is carried out once a week with the calculation of water per 1 m2 to 10 liters.
- Seedlings are fed every 2 weeks. To do this, use a mullein solution and superphosphate.
- Loosening and weeding are the same mandatory procedures. Soft and loose soil conducts oxygen, moisture and other useful elements faster. Hilling is carried out from 25 to 30 days after planting.
To grow a rich cabbage crop, you need to know when and how to plant this crop outdoors. Planting dates are determined depending on the variety. It is also necessary to properly prepare the soil and follow the rules of crop rotation.
Cabbage requires particularly careful care when growing. The plant quickly absorbs nutrients, so the soil needs to be enriched regularly. Adequate amounts of minerals, organics and nitrogen must be provided. Some products can be purchased at the store, while others are easy to make at home.
Disease and pest resistance
According to the originators, the variety is resistant to bacteriosis and thrips, fusarium wilt. Sometimes it can be attacked by caterpillars or other insects. For prophylaxis it is necessary to spray with preparations "Aktellik", "Aktara".
With improper care, cabbage can be attacked by the following pests and diseases.
- Cruciferous flea. Small enough black insect. It feeds on cabbage juice. For prevention, everything is treated with insecticides.
- Keela. A fungus that causes damage to the root system. Because of this, the nutrition of the plant is disrupted, it begins to slow down its growth. Bordeaux mixture of 3% is used for processing.
- Downy mildew. A white bloom begins to appear on the back of the leaf, which spreads over the entire surface. Then the foliage turns yellow and dries up. Before planting, the soil is treated with a 1% Bordeaux mixture.
Cabbage is a very popular horticultural crop. But growing a good, large and tasty cabbage is sometimes very difficult, because it is often affected by a huge number of diseases and pests. The main role in the cultivation of this vegetable is played by regular prevention, which helps to get a rich harvest, and prevent the occurrence of diseases and the invasion of harmful insects. It is very important to start treatment as early as possible, otherwise there is a risk of spreading the infection to still unaffected plants.
