An early ripe hybrid of carrots with a sweet taste Nandrin f1
Nandrine f1 is a popular carrot hybrid developed by Dutch breeders. It is famous for its excellent taste and early ripening. Despite its relative youth, the hybrid is known among summer residents, and its seed material is in stable demand in specialized stores. Carrots attract with a high yield, beautiful and neat high quality root crops.
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Description
Nandrin f1 belongs to the Nantes cultivar, that is, it is distinguished by large cylindrical roots, juicy and sweet pulp.
Origin and development
Carrot Nandrin f1 is from Holland. The originator is the Dutch company Bejo zaden. The hybrid has not yet been entered into the State Register of Breeding Achievements of the Russian Federation, but this does not prevent gardeners and farmers from cultivating crops on their plots.
Chemical composition and useful properties
The root vegetable contains many vitamins and minerals... They have a healing effect on the entire body: they have a beneficial effect on the code and hair, digestion. Carrots are especially useful for the prevention of eye diseases due to their high vitamin A content.
Calories per 100 g - 33.1 kcal.
Nutritional value per 100 g:
proteins - 1.4 g;- fats - 0.1 g;
- carbohydrates - 6.8 g;
- water - 87.9 g;
- dietary fiber - 2.5 g;
- ash - 1.2 g;
- organic acids - 0.4 g;
Chemical composition per 100 g:
- vanadium - 98.9 mcg;
- iron - 0.8 mg;
- boron - 0.2 mg;
- vitamin A -32.1 mg;
- choline - 8.7 mg;
- vitamin C - 5.1 mg;
- potassium - 198.9 mg;
- magnesium - 37.8 mg;
- calcium - 28.1 mg;
- phosphorus - 54.8 mg;
- disaccharides - 6.6 g;
In addition, the root vegetable contains glucose, fructose, nonessential and essential amino acids. There are also small amounts of polyunsaturated fatty acids in carrots.
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Ripening period
Nandrin is early maturing hybrid... The growing season lasts from 75 to 100 days.
Yield
With proper care from 1 sq. m plantings are harvested 5-7 kg of root crops... From 1 ha - 50–70 tons of carrots.
Disease resistance
Nandrin f1 is resistant to Alternaria and Fusarium... In addition, seeds are imported in processed form, so the hybrid is not very susceptible to diseases that are dangerous for the culture.
Characteristic
Nandrin's roots are even cylindrical in shape with a rounded end... Their color is bright orange. Carrot length - 12-14 cm, diameter - 2-3 cm.Weight - 160-200 g.
Important! The hybrid has virtually no core. For this reason, it is ideal for making baby juices and purees.
The pulp of the fruit is tasty and juicy... It can be eaten both raw and boiled.
Growing regions
Carrot Nandrin thrives in any climate... It is successfully cultivated in all regions of our country.Due to the short growing season, even in risky farming zones, it has time to grow.
The main advantages and disadvantages of a hybrid
Pros of Nandrin f1:
great taste;- good keeping quality;
- high productivity;
- early maturation;
- unpretentiousness to the climate;
- resistance to many diseases;
- attractive presentation and a large amount of pulp;
Minuses:
- does not like excessive moisture;
- with an excess of organic fertilizers, it cracks and deforms;
Features of planting and growing
Carrot grows well on black soil in beds well lit by the sun.
Preparing for landing
Carrot seeds are very small. Germination rate is 60-70%, therefore, it is recommended to treat them with a growth stimulant before planting. It affects the hormones of the plant, stimulating its development.
Ground requirements
The vegetable is not picky about the choice of soil... It grows in both clay and sandy lands. But the ideal option would be black soil.
Important! If the site was fertilized with manure, you can plant carrots on it only after 3 years.
The acidity of the soil should be medium - pH from 5.8 to 6.5. If the soil is too acidic, add garden lime to the garden bed 3 weeks before planting root crops.
Predecessors
Carrot it takes root best in places where onions, cucumbers or cabbage were previously grown... The worst predecessors are other plants from the Umbrella family.
Timing, scheme and landing rules
Depending on the climate, seeds are sown in April-May.... The seeds are sown in moist soil, after loosening it, removing weeds and large clods of earth. Carrots are sown in grooves about 2 cm deep. Try to leave 10-20 mm between the seeds. The distance between the rows is made within 18-20 cm.
Attention! The Nandrin hybrid can be planted throughout the spring, in early summer and late autumn for the winter.
After planting, it is advisable to cover the soil with agrofibre... The culture tolerates frosts down to –4 ° C. Seedlings appear on 16-17 days.
Growing features
After germination, you should adhere to the following recommendations:
- regularly remove weeds and do weeding;
- thin out plantings;
- watering, especially at the time of active development of the vegetable;
Root vegetable does not tolerate acidified and waterlogged soil.
The nuances of care
For full growth and development a hybrid of sufficient basic agrotechnical measures.
Watering mode
For the entire growing season, you will need only 3-4 waterings... Water consumption -40-60 liters per 1 sq. m landings. 15-20 days should pass between waterings. The last time the crop is watered 20 days before harvest. This will allow the fruit to thicken and extend its shelf life.
Thinning and weed control
The first thinning is done when the carrot sprouts become 3 cm.After the procedure, the distance between them should be 2 cm.
Second time thinning outwhen the sprouts become 0.5 - 1 cm in diameter.The distance between the bushes is 5-6 cm.
Be sure to clean the plantings from weeds... For carrots, overgrowth with weeds is destructive. Loosening is beneficial to the culture: the roots receive additional oxygen. After each watering, be sure to manually weed the plantings.
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Top dressing
Timely fertilization has a positive effect on the growth of the root crop.
Experienced farmers recommend the following composition:
- 50 g of ammonium nitrate;
- 60 g of potassium chloride;
- 60 g superphosphate;
The preparations are diluted in 20 liters of water at room temperature. The resulting solution is watered with plant roots. In total, you will need 2 such dressings.
The first time fertilization is applied when 2 main leaves appear on the plantings... And the second time you need to feed when the diameter of the carrots is 2-3 cm.
Disease and pest control
In the description of the hybrid it is written that it is rarely exposed to diseases and attacks of pests. However, with the wrong care the following diseases may occur:
Bacteriosis.Yellow spots appear on the leaves, which then darken. Wet spots can be seen on roots.- Felt rot. It is characterized by a purple bloom and dents on the fruit.
Crops are often attacked by pests:
- Beetle leaf. Deforms the leaves, reducing the quantity and quality of the crop. Distributed in the Baltic region.
- Caraway moth. Covers the plant with cobwebs, gnawing at the pulp and stem. The pest is found in the south of Russia.
- Naked slug. Puts holes in roots, leaving a white slimy trail.
Caterpillars of various butterflies can also harm plants.... For their destruction, drugs are suitable: "Lepidocide" or "Biostop".
Important! Treat with drugs strictly according to the instructions.
Use crop rotation to control nematodes... To prevent butterflies from getting to the planting and laying eggs on the leaves, use mesh barriers.
Harvesting and storage
You can harvest hybrid carrots throughout the growth period.... But early fruits are poorly stored. For long-term storage, choose fully ripe roots.
How and when to collect
Collection time depends on the timing of planting the crop... Given that carrots grow on average for 100 days, when planted in May, the harvest can be harvested in July-August. When planting in June, the collection is carried out in September-October.
Ripe carrots are dripped in with a pitchfork... Then it is carefully pulled out by the tops, shaken off the ground and laid on the bed to dry.
Storage features and keeping quality of the hybrid
Before storing root vegetables, cut off the tops just above the crown and clean the carrots from excess dirt.
It is better to store the crop in boxes with sand or peat... Place the container in a dry place at a positive temperature. It is desirable that the roots do not touch. In this state, the Nandrin hybrid remains until March.
Growing difficulties
During planting care some problems appear:
- attacks of pests and caterpillars of butterflies;
- dominance of weeds;
- thickening of plantings in case thinning was not carried out.
It is also necessary to apply fertilizers in a timely manner.so that the carrots grow large and sweet.
Tips from experienced gardeners
Some summer residents advise using bird droppings with weak sprouts... It is diluted with water in a ratio of 1:10 and insisted for several days in a warm place. Before watering, the fertilizer is diluted again.
To protect landings from attack by caterpillars, it is recommended plant aromatic plants next to carrot beds: asters, fennel, nasturtiums. They attract insects that destroy caterpillars.
Reviews of the hybrid carrot Nandrin f 1
The gardeners who planted the hybrid on their plots generally leave positive reviews about her... Many people like its beautiful appearance and fast maturation.
Nadezhda, Ivanovo: “I accidentally found out about Nandrin from a neighbor. Everybody admired her garden beds with a beautiful and nice carrot. Now I have been planting her on my site for the third year. I like planting before winter. In the spring, after the snow melts, shoots appear ".
Vasily, Arkhangelsk: “Before, I didn't like messing with carrots. She grew up small. But when my wife planted the Nandrin hybrid, I was pleasantly surprised by its size. Now I am happy to harvest, of which there is also a lot ".
Peter, Sterlitamak: “Once I read about this hybrid on the Internet. I decided to plant it in my garden. The carrots have grown smooth and beautiful, in addition, they are delicious. But I tried to follow all the recommendations for growing, and the result was good ".
Conclusion
Subject to all planting rules, the Nandrin f1 hybrid will surely delight you with a rich and tasty harvest. The culture has resistance to the main diseases of the umbrella, but it must be protected from pests. In addition, it is important to observe the watering and feeding regime. Only in this case it is worth counting on the result declared by the seed manufacturer.