Cabbage variety Prestige (F1)
Prestige is a hybrid of White Cabbage (Brassica oleracea var. Capitata), bred at the Russian State Agrarian University named after V.I. K.A. Timiryazev. Ripens very late. In 2007 it was entered into the state register of varieties of the Russian Federation. Zoned in five regions of the Russian Federation: Ural, Central, West Siberian, Central Black Earth and North-West. Suitable for mechanized harvesting. Author: G.F.Monakhos.
The period from mass shoots to the onset of technical ripeness is 160 - 170 days. From planting seedlings in the ground to harvesting, 120 - 130 days pass.
The leaf rosette is raised. The leaves are slightly bubbly, medium-sized, gray-green in color, with a strong waxy bloom. The edge of the leaf plate is slightly wavy.
Covered heads of cabbage, leveled, have a rounded shape, white, juicy, with an average weight of 2 - 3 kg. Outer and inner stumps of medium length. Heads of cabbage have a good density, estimated at 4.5 points. The yield of marketable cabbage is 330 - 660 kg / ha, which is at the level of standard varieties Extra and Saratoga. The maximum yield - 699 c / ha - was recorded in the Ivanovo region. The output of marketable products is high - 94%.
Hybrid Prestige is resistant to fusarium wilt. When ripe, the heads of cabbage do not fall on their side.
This variety is recommended for long-term storage. Cabbage retains its commercial qualities on the vine for a long time. Heads of cabbage are stored for 7 months or more, they can last until July.
A chic variety of cabbage that is suitable for winter storage. It ripens quite late, I harvest Prestige when the first frosts come and the cabbage feels good in the garden. Heads of cabbage are small in size, but full and heavy. When cut, the fruit may crack due to maturity.
In the hottest summer period, it requires watering, but if you do it during the day, the leaves quickly turn yellow. Watering is wiser at night. It absorbs moisture well, so you shouldn't feel sorry for water.
As for the suitability of a head of cabbage, it is suitable for salads, and for pickling, and for borscht, and even for stewing. The taste is sweetish, juicy, so Prestige salads are amazing.