Description and cultivation of the strawberry variety “Salsa”

Strawberry "Salsa" bred by the Netherlands at the beginning of the XXI century. Berry is very sweet, but miraculously reduces the amount of sugar in the blood, so it is eaten even with diabetes.

The berries in this type of strawberry are quite large, in the form of a cone with a rounded tip, and a regular cone. With careful care, the weight of the berries reaches forty grams, and a large amount of them forms on the bush. The pulp of the berries, rich in juice, smells very nice and incredibly tasty, rather dense. Strawberry "Salsa" of the late variety, which prolongs the time of its collection and is suitable for implementation in market conditions. Since at this time not too many species can compete with it.

Bushes in this variety of strawberries are quite large and strong. The leaves are pale green, very beautiful in appearance, which is its main distinguishing feature compared to other varieties. The stems are high, they form red berries, shiny and rather large, sweet, slightly sour, the seeds are deeply depressed. The main characteristic features are that the seedless area is rather wide, the sepals are wrapped up. Peduncles lush, medium flowers, white in color, contain a large amount of pollen. Flowering occurs rather late, which is a plus, as it does not fall under the last spring frosts.

Strawberries form a large number of whiskers, so that with the reproduction of this variety does not arise any difficulties.

Very short period after cleaning, it can keep excellent external data and its unique taste. Strawberries of this variety are very resistant to various diseases, but when cultivated on soils with an excess of carbonate, they can be affected by chlorosis. It is rather drought-resistant, which is ensured by the presence of a highly developed root system. The food is consumed fresh, as well as in the form of blanks for the winter period. During freezing and heat treatment, the useful qualities are absolutely not lost. Strawberry "Salsa" is very resistant to frosty winters and is grown without any problems in the open field.

As a result of various experiments, it was found that the strawberries of this variety are very resistant to powdery mildew and wilting, slightly affected by phytophthora and very susceptible to gray rot, therefore it is necessary to periodically take preventive measures. Description of the variety makes it possible to come to the conclusion that “Salsa” is grown quite well in many parts of the Russian Federation, as well as in planted areas of nearby states. There is evidence that it was grown, and very well, in areas with a changeable climate, in arid areas and in places of high humidity. But when grown in such regions, it loses its elasticity and becomes less sweet.

The rules of planting strawberries "Salsa" are the same as in other plants of this species. To begin to choose a place. It should be bright and well ventilated, but at the same time closed from the cold wind. Plot need to weed away from weeds and dig up. Garden strawberries are unpretentious to soil types and can grow well on any soil types, but it will yield high yields on fertile land. Strawberries yield good yields when grown on light or medium soils with a mechanical and chemical structure, with low acidity.

The best time to plant a seedling is August. Dig holes 0.25 m wide and the same depth. The distance between the holes should be at least thirty centimeters. When the site is prepared for planting seedlings, it is necessary to add organic and mineral fertilizers to each square meter. Planting is carried out only when the excavated soil settles properly. Seedlings should be bought in specialized nurseries or from experienced and reliable sellers with a good reputation.

In order to get high productivity when breeding strawberries "Salsa" The following rules should be followed:

• strawberries should not be grown more than five years in one place, as it has a very high productivity, which leads to the fact that the soil quickly becomes depleted;
• it is necessary to feed garden strawberries with mineral fertilizers in spring and summer, which helps to accelerate growth and development, and this has a beneficial effect on the formation of flowers and further fruit;
• in the fall, you also need to make mineral fertilizers, mainly containing phosphorus and potassium, as well as organic matter, which may be rotted horse and cow manure; good to make and humus;
• watering is necessary as needed and make sure that the soil is not too moist or dried out.

So that the roots are saturated with air, the soil must be loosened. For the prevention of late blight, the bushes need to be sprayed with compounds that contain copper sulphate. Such processing is carried out before flowering and after harvesting the fruit. For these purposes, fungicides are also used.

It is worth paying attention to the following tips when growing strawberries "Salsa":

• Since the above-ground part is very well developed, in order to prevent thickening of the landings, the nitrogen feed should be carried out in limited quantities, and especially when fruits are formed;
• in time to process plants from possible diseases of gray mold;
• make sure that the moisture on the surface of the soil does not stagnate;
• in order to get sweetness in strawberries, it is necessary to timely add the mineral complex with potash and phosphate fertilizers.

This strawberry variety is very common in home gardens. Gardeners reviews about this berry are mostly positive. Some negative reviews occur mainly due to the fact that low quality seedlings were chosen for planting or the rules of care were violated. According to gardeners who have been engaged in this berry for a long time, this particular variety has become especially popular with buyers.

It is quite late, with large fruits and high yields, resistant to frosty winters. Climate conditions do not affect the formation of berries at all; they are rather large with excellent taste and smell. The fruits are very resistant to various diseases, which suggests that the result is an environmentally friendly strawberry.

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