There are very many varieties of carrots and each gardener chooses his own variety depending on the goals he wants to achieve when growing it in his own plot.
In this article we will talk about the new variety of carrots Red Giant, consider its main advantages and disadvantages.
There will also be considered the features of the cultivation of the Red Giant, the characteristics and appearance, the main diseases and pests. We will tell about use in dishes, and also about the correct leaving, collecting and storage of a harvest.
Characteristics and description of the variety Red Giant
The carrot variety Red Giant is a translation from the German name POTE RIESEN, a variety of German breeders.
- Appearance. Root is a conical elongated shape, tapering to a pointed tip. The length of the carrot is 22-24 cm, thickness is 4-6 cm. The root itself is orange-red in color, it has a medium-sized core. The leaves of this carrot are very long, mid-cut dark green in color. The grade is not prone to releasing arrows, it does not crack.
- What sort is it. The Red Giant belongs to the Flacca variety (Valeria). This is a late ripe carrot, suitable for long-term storage.
- Amounts of fructose and beta carotene. Root contains 100 g:
- fructose - 7-8.8%;
- carotene - 10-12 mg.
- Sowing time. In the spring carrots are sown in April-May at a minimum soil temperature of +10 degrees Celsius. The subwinter is sown in autumn at a temperature of +5 degrees Celsius. Seed germination of this variety is 70%. The term of germination is 5-25 days.
- The average weight of 1 root. Its average weight is 150-180 g, it can reach up to 200 g.
- What is the yield of 1 ha. Carrot Red Giant has a high yield of 300-500 c / ha.
- Assignment grade and keeping quality. This variety of carrots can be used:
- fresh;
- for salads;
- cooking juices;
- for freezing in a grated form.
It has excellent keeping quality. With proper storage of the root can be used until the end of spring.
- Growing regions. Root is grown in most regions of Russia.
- Where it is recommended to grow. The variety is recommended by breeders for cultivation in the soil under the open sky.
- Resistance to diseases and pests. It has great resistance to diseases and pests.
- Maturation term. The ripening period ranges from 120 to 160 days depending on weather conditions, the composition and soil moisture.
- What kind of soil prefers. Red Giant prefers loam and sandy loam soil. Slightly acid soils are good.
- Frost resistance and transportability. The grade possesses excellent frost resistance and good transportability.
- Manufacturability varieties for farms and peasant farms. The carrot variety Red Giant is distinguished by its high adaptability for cultivation by farms and peasant farms. Developed modern technologies for the cultivation of this crop, for harvesting and storage of the crop. Convenient in cleaning and processing for culinary purposes.
Breeding history
Red Giant - a new sort of carrot. Employees of the Moscow LLC AGROFIRMA AELITA were engaged in breeding this variety. In 2015, it is placed in the State Register, where it is recommended for planting in the Central Region of the Russian Federation.
Difference from other types
- The fruits are very large.
- It has a beautiful presentation.
- Easily withstands light frosts.
- Loves moist soil.
- Not prone to splashing.
Advantages and disadvantages
The advantages of carrot varieties Red Giant are:
- high yield;
- sweet and juicy;
- the possibility of long-term storage with preservation of taste;
- excellent keeping quality;
- the variety is resistant to diseases and pests;
- universality in use.
Disadvantages are:
- long ripening of root crops;
- demanding attitude to moisture;
- low seed germination.
Growing up
The optimum temperature at which the seeds of the Red Giant will grow - +10 degrees Celsius.
For sowing is best to choose sandy soil with low acidity. Before planting the land is fertilized with humus. The variety is demanding for soil looseness, it must be carefully prepared. A feature of sowing a root crop is the increased distance between seeds - 4-5 cm.
Care for the Red Giant is in regular watering. 14 days after the sprout appearance, the first thinning is done. The second is done when the diameter of the young carrot will be about 2 cm.
Harvesting and Storage
Clean mature carrots best in dry weather. Root crops need to be broken through with a shovel or pitchfork. Fresh carrots of this variety are best stored at a humidity of 90-95% and an air temperature of 0 degrees Celsius.
It can be folded in the boxes with sawdust or sand, preferably with sawdust. In case of insufficient moisture they can be wetted with water.
Diseases and pests
The Red Giant is amazed:
- Carrot fly. Its larvae eat root and leaves, the plant dies. To avoid this, it is necessary to thin out seedlings and remove weeds in a timely manner, treat plants with insecticides.
- Slugs When the weather is very wet, slugs can develop that gnaw holes in the roots.
Of the diseases, the Red Giant is prone to fomozu. The disease affects plants at the end of vegetation. On the leaves and petioles appear oblong spots of gray-brown color. Phomosis is actively developing on the fruit and continues its activity during storage. Dark-colored hollows form on them.
It is almost impossible to cure fomoz. All affected plants must be removed. To prevent disease, it is necessary to plant phosphate-potassium fertilizers before planting.
Growing problems and solutions
As much as we would like, but carrots, like any other plant on Earth, sometimes do not grow as we would like. The development of carrots is influenced not only by garden pests, but also by the growing region, soil quality and care.
When growing the Red Giant there can be such problems:
- Unsatisfied and low germination. The cause may be excessively dense soil. To eliminate this cause, additional soil loosening is necessary, as well as adding sawdust and peat there.
- Low sugar content. The cause can be highly acidified soil. For deoxidation, it is necessary to conduct liming.
Similar to the variety Rote Riesen species
In Russia, carrot varieties are also used, which are similar in their taste, maturity, cultivation technology, frost resistance, and keeping quality, like the Red Giant. These are such varieties as:
- Berlicum Royal;
- Volzhskaya 30;
- The emperor;
- Queen of autumn;
- Incomparable.
Red Giant is still a new variety of carrots, but thanks to its remarkable properties, it can easily compete with other varieties. Given its manufacturability and high yield, it will be used with pleasure in farm and peasant farmsteads.
