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Periodically, it is necessary to update not only the place for planting potatoes, but also the variety. This way, you can increase the yield and avoid the development of diseases.
In addition, new species may be more resistant to weather conditions and ubiquitous pests, and may require less attention and care.
Anastasia Kovrizhnykh, an expert of the online publication "BelNovosti", a scientist, agronomist and landscape designer, spoke about the advantages of the potato variety "Bogatyr".
Breeders claim that the Bogatyr potato has unique characteristics.
These are not only larger tubers that taste good. The main feature is the ease of care.
Everyone knows that during the growing season, potatoes need to be weeded, watered, and also hilled.
But “Bogatyr” produces a yield of up to 12 kilograms from one bush even without hilling.
This is a late-ripening variety, so the tubers are stored well. From planting to harvesting time, it takes about 130 days.
Potatoes are good for frying and boiling, including for making salads or soups.
The bushes grow up to 60 centimeters in height and tolerate drought and heavy rainfall equally well.
If agricultural practices are followed, they are resistant to diseases and pests.
The tubers grow weighing from 80 grams. If you grow potatoes in well-fertilized or fertile soil, they can reach 300 grams.
When planting, it is recommended to maintain a distance of up to 30-35 centimeters between holes and an interval of 60-65 centimeters between rows.
The tubers are planted in sandy soil to a depth of 8-10 centimeters, and in heavy soils no more than 5-6 cm.
It is not only not required, but is completely contraindicated. The fact is that potatoes actively grow in width - up to 50 centimeters.