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In this article, we will tell you about the most popular pickled cabbage varieties, the heads of which are stored for a long time, do not lose their presentation and are resistant to all sorts of diseases and pests.
Cabbage is one of the main sources of minerals and trace elements, as well as nutrients and vitamins. It is also consumed fresh, but it is more often used for pickling and fermentation. To grow cabbage that is resistant to various diseases, which will be well stored and not lose its beneficial properties, you need to choose the right variety.
Let's make a reservation right away - you will have to choose late varieties, the heads of which are distinguished by good keeping quality. They are dense, not afraid of spring and autumn frosts and are able to lie even until the next harvest. What varieties and hybrids are recognized as the best for winter storage and pickling?
Aggressor F
This is a relatively new, but already loved by many gardeners hybrid. It demonstrates high yields in almost all regions and at the same time can be stored for quite a long time. Heads of cabbage are dense, flat-rounded, leveled, leaves are yellowish-white, juicy, with a refreshing aroma. This cabbage is great for pickling. Plants do not need special care and are resistant to fusarium wilting, cruciferous flea beetle and thrips. Heads of cabbage do not crack either during ripening or during storage.
| Productivity (kg per 1 sq.m.) | Head mass (kg) | Maturation (days) | Storage period (days) | Peculiarities |
| 9-10 | 3-5 | 115-120 | 150-180 | Easily tolerates bad weather and nitrogen deficiency |
Amager 611
This variety has been known for more than half a century and is recommended for planting in all regions except the most northern ones. This cabbage is characterized by increased cold resistance and is recommended for winter storage, during which its taste only improves. At first, the leaves are bitter, but by spring the bitterness disappears and they become juicy. Heads of cabbage are dense, round or flat-convex. Plants are resistant to black rot and vascular bacteriosis.
| Productivity (kg per 1 sq.m.) | Head mass (kg) | Maturation (days) | Storage period (days) | Peculiarities |
| 5–6,5 | 2,5-4 | 115-140 | 160-190 | Plants do not tolerate heat well |
Snow White
The variety got its beautiful and delicate name because of the color of the inner leaves. The first plants were grown about 40 years ago and since then they have been constantly popular with gardeners. The main cultivation areas are temperate climatic zones. Pale green heads of cabbage do not crack or lose their attractive and regular shape. The leaves are juicy, dense, with a rich tart taste. Plants are resistant to fusarium and bacteriosis, and also tolerate long-term transportation well.
| Productivity (kg per 1 sq.m.) | Head mass (kg) | Maturation (days) | Storage period (days) | Peculiarities |
| 7-9 | 2,5-4 | 145-160 | 180-210 | Used to prepare baby food |
Valentine F
This late-ripening hybrid forms large heads of high commercial quality that can be eaten throughout the winter. Heads of cabbage are medium in size, store well and retain their shape over a long period. Leaves are gray-green with a faint waxy bloom at the edges. Cabbage has a pleasant taste, and it is actively used for pickling and as an additive to various dishes. Plants are practically not susceptible to fusarium disease, and the output of marketable products is 90%.
| Productivity (kg per 1 sq.m.) | Head mass (kg) | Maturation (days) | Storage period (days) | Peculiarities |
| 3,5-5 | 3,2-4 | 140-175 | 150-170 | The density of the leaves is quite high, so before using them you need to pour boiling water over them. |
Geneva F
This late-ripening hybrid is distinguished by its ideal shape and dense bluish-green heads of cabbage. Cabbage is great for growing in small areas and needs minimal maintenance. Ripe heads of cabbage are used for pickling, pickling, stewing, making salads, etc. The advantages of Geneva F1 are resistance to fusarium disease, as well as good transportability: heads of cabbage easily tolerate long-term transportation and do not lose their presentation.
| Productivity (kg per 1 sq.m.) | Head mass (kg) | Maturation (days) | Storage period (days) | Peculiarities |
| 8-9 | 3-5 | 130-140 | 240-270 | Contains a lot of stringy fibers |
Gingerbread man F
This hybrid is a late-ripening hybrid. It is believed that fertile soil is needed to successfully grow plants. Heads of cabbage weigh a little more than average, they are dense and resistant to cracking. The outer color of the leaves is green, the pulp is white, without bitterness, contains ascorbic acid and simple sugars. Plants are resistant to bacteriosis, fusarium, white and gray rot. The cabbage of this hybrid is often put up for sale because it does not lose its attractiveness even after several months of storage.
| Productivity (kg per 1 sq.m.) | Head mass (kg) | Maturation (days) | Storage period (days) | Peculiarities |
| 8-10 | 3-5 | 140-150 | 180-210 | Poorly tolerates moisture deficit |
Glory
This variety, consisting of two lines Slava 1305 and Slava Gribovskaya 231, has a very high yield and is excellent for growing in the southern regions. The shape of the heads of cabbage is round or round-flat. The outer color of the leaves is pale green, and in the context it is white. Heads of cabbage are easy to transport, they retain their marketable appearance for a long time and are suitable for pickling and pickling.
| Productivity (kg per 1 sq.m.) | Head mass (kg) | Maturation (days) | Storage period (days) | Peculiarities |
| 10-12,5 | 2,5-4 | 110-125 | 90-100 | You need to water cabbage 7-8 times per season. |
Turkis
A late-ripening variety of German selection. Ripe cabbage is consumed both fresh and used for pickling. Heads of cabbage of the correct rounded shape, as they ripen, become dark green and do not crack. The commercial qualities of cabbage are high, and the taste is pleasant and delicate. Türkis cabbage is one of the record holders in terms of shelf life. Plants are also resistant to bacteriosis, fusarium, carina and phomosis.
| Productivity (kg per 1 sq.m) | Head mass (kg) | Maturation (days) | Storage period (days) | Peculiarities |
| 8-10 | 2-3 | 160-175 | 190-230 | Resistant to prolonged droughts |
We have given a list of varieties that many gardeners have loved and have earned many flattering reviews. What kind of cabbage do you like to use for pickling and long-term storage? Please share your preferences on our forum.
White cabbage is an incredibly healthy vegetable with a rich vitamin and mineral composition. This explains its popularity among gardeners. The cultivation rules are not complicated, but the basis for the yield depends on the choice of the variety.
Varietal variety of white cabbage
In the old days, there was really a shortage of seed material due to limited supplies from the near and far abroad, therefore, the seeds were often harvested from the usual varieties.
For more than 20 years, the situation has radically changed, and the varietal assortment of many gardeners continues to consist of 2-3 positions. And in vain, because new developments have no less valuable qualities, which consist in resistance of cabbage to diseases and pests.
This is especially important when you consider that the moisture-loving plant literally attracts insects and fungi.
This article discusses early, mid-season and late-ripening varieties of a popular vegetable with a description that will expand the variety of crops grown in your garden and in the Urals and in the middle lane.
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The variety of cabbage is selected not only taking into account the winter and climatic characteristics of the region, but also by appointment... The mineral and vitamin composition of each plant is different, but it is also influenced by the conditions of agricultural technology and the type of soil.
In order to choose the appropriate option it was easier, the varietal assortment is divided into groups, united by a common feature.
The best late varieties of cabbage for long-term storage
Aggressor Is a mid-late hybrid developed by breeders from Holland. Differs in minimal care and resistance to fusarium, thrips damage.
Vegetation lasts up to 120 days, you can sow seeds directly on an open bed. A ripe vegetable weighs 3-5 kg. Shelf life and processing - up to 5 months.
Aggressor
Amager - late cabbage with a ripening period 120-147 days... The heads are round-flat green, sometimes with a bluish tinge, weight about 3-4 kg.
When planting, the scheme is used: 3-4 plants per 1 m2. For six months, the nutritional value and presentation are preserved. Weather cataclysms and violation of the watering regime do not violate the density of the structure and the integrity of the head.
Amager
Valentine - growing season 155-180 days after transferring seedlings to open beds. The gray-green heads have a slight waxy coating, the weight is up to 4 kg.
Cabbage retains its taste and presentation until the beginning of the next season (June). The hybrid is tolerant to fusarium, gray rot. The head of cabbage does not crack due to violations of the moisture regime.
When planting, the scheme is used: 2-4 plants per 1 m2.
Valentine
Gingerbread man - hybrid forms heads later 115-125 days after planting seedlings. Round fruits have a dense structure, the average weight is 2-3 kg. Planting scheme: 3-4 plants per 1 m2.
Due to its good immunity, it exhibits tolerance to punctate necrosis and thrips. For 8-10 months, cabbage retains its nutritional value and presentation.
Gingerbread man
Mara - very dense heads are not susceptible to cracking, the average weight is 3 kg. The variety is distinguished by good taste, transportability and long shelf life (more than 7 months).
The main advantage is resistance to the accumulation of nitrates and radionuclides. Vegetables are harvested through 160-175 days after transplanting seedlings.
Mara
Moscow - a variety developed by domestic breeders, who took into account the climatic features and possible problems with pests when growing.
Harvesting begins later 130-140 days after disembarking seedlings. Gray-green rounded heads of cabbage weigh 4-7 kg on average. When planting, the scheme is used: 2-3 plants per 1 m2.
Cabbage is resistant to cracking, has a delicate juicy pulp. Without loss of taste and presentation, the vegetable is stored for 6-8 months.
Moscow
Mid-season white cabbage
Megaton - the hybrid matures in 102 days after planting seedlings. The great need for moisture and fertilizers strengthens the immune system, which resists many diseases and insect infestations.
The round-flattened gray-green head weighs up to 15 kg. The location of the holes when planting: 3 plants per 1 m2. Duration of storage without loss of nutritional qualities and presentable appearance is 4-6 months.
Merchant's wife - a disease-resistant high-yielding variety, distinguished by simple agricultural technology. About 500 centners are removed from a hectare (head weight up to 3 kg). When planting, the scheme is used: 3-4 plants per 1 m2.
Harvesting begins later 130-150 days after transferring seedlings to the beds.
Merchant's wife
Atria - the fruit of the works of Dutch breeders with the growing season 110-120 days... The head of cabbage has a round-flat head of blue-green color, the average weight of which reaches 5-7 kg. Often there are specimens of 8-8.5 kg. When planting, the scheme is used: 3 plants per 1 m2.
Thanks to its good immunity, it resists pests (in particular thrips) and fusarium. The commercial and taste qualities are preserved for 4-6 months.
Atria
Glory - the fruit of the work of Russian breeders, the growing season is 120-130 day after planting seedlings.
Round heads have a light green color with a grayish tinge, the weight tightens up to 3-5 kg. When planting, the holes are arranged according to the scheme: 3-4 plants per 1 m2.
The advantage of the variety is its taste, the disadvantage is short storage (about 2 months). Glory is one of the best pickling options.
Glory
Sugar queen - the hybrid ripens after planting seedlings through 120-140 days... Dense rounded heads have a slightly greenish tint, weighing up to 4 kg.
When planting, the scheme is used: 3 plants per 1 m2. The variety is universal, it is used fresh and for salting. The shelf life without loss of valuable qualities is 3-4 months.
Sugar queen
Early ripe
Rinda - the ripening period of the hybrid is 75-80 days after disembarking seedlings. Round heads weighing up to 7 kg have a green color and a dense structure. Hole layout: plant 3-5 plants per 1 m2. Differs in unpretentiousness to weather conditions.
The shelf life without loss of taste and presentation does not exceed 4 months.
Rinda
Kazachok - an early hybrid is distinguished by early maturity, you can harvest through 45-55 days after disembarking seedlings. The weight of the medium-sized light green head is 1.5 kg.
The scheme used for planting: 5-6 plants per 1 m2. Recommended for cultivation under any kind of film and in the open field. Cabbage resists the causative agents of mucous bacteriosis and black leg.
Kazachok
June - the variety is ready for planting in open ground already at the beginning of May, after 45-50 days you can harvest. The structure of the head is of medium density, the weight reaches 1.4-1.7 kg. When grown on highly fertile soils, the weight of a head of cabbage reaches 5 kg.
The layout of the holes when planting: 3-5 plants per 1 m2. Cabbage is distinguished by the amicability of the emergence of seedlings and excellent taste.
June
Tobia Is a Dutch hybrid characterized by resistance to fusarium wilt. The layout of the holes when planting: 2-3 plants per 1 m2. Dark green round-flat heads weigh up to 7 kg. Fruit ripening occurs later 85-90 days after disembarking seedlings.
It has a strong root system, if the irrigation regime is violated, the head of cabbage does not crack. It retains its taste and marketability for 5-6 months.
Tobia
Varietal variety will ensure yields even in difficult weather conditions, because each plant has its own immunity to diseases and pests. The taste qualities of the varieties stimulate new experiments, which continue already in the kitchen.
Cabbage is unpretentious in care, does not require a lot of heat and fertilization, but it gives a good harvest. And then the question arises: how to maintain a large harvest throughout the winter season and which varieties are best suited for this?
Variety of varieties for storage
It is the hybrid cabbage varieties that are best stored. Among them are the following varieties:
- bun;
- crumont;
- wintering.
Cabbage variety "Zimovka"
You can distinguish them by their dense heads of cabbage, their weight reaches 4 kilograms. They are bitter at first and are not recommended for consumption. Only after long-term storage for several months they acquire all their taste. Depending on the variety, the shelf life changes, some must lie down for at least 2 months, some 4.
Wintering is the best of all varieties. Moreover, it has a long growing season. It lasts about 140 days after transplanting. Its leaves are blue-green and waxy. It can be stored for 7 months, after which resistance to point necrosis and cracking appears.
A distinctive feature for long-term storage is a long growing season. Therefore, you need to pay attention to medium-late and late varieties.Their head density is high, they will be stored for a long time, the vegetable will be suitable for fermentation. If the head of cabbage begins to form in the heat, then it is better to abandon this variety, since the development of the vegetable stops. In this case, heat-resistant hybrid varieties are used, for example:
- Valentine;
- Maryana;
- Quartet;
- Olympus;
- Orbit;
- Wizard.
They tolerate adverse conditions, temperature changes, hot weather and drought well. At the same time, the fruits have high taste, are stored for a long time and are suitable for various purposes. Experienced gardeners recommend using "Orbit" and "Valentina", as they are well stored and can reach 7 kilograms of weight.
The next variety worth getting to know is "Glory". It belongs to the mid-late varieties, does not crack, gives a good harvest. The fruits will be ready to harvest in 3-4 months after planting. Duration of storage is no more than 3 months, the maximum weight of one head of cabbage is 5 kilograms.
"Creumont F1" ripens in 4 months, the fruits do not crack, gain weight 2 kilograms. They can be stored for more than six months, can be eaten fresh or used for sourdough.
The "Türkiz" variety ripens in 4 months, has a dense structure. Heads of cabbage are stored for quite a long time, they can be used fresh as food or used for sourdough.
When storing cabbage, it is necessary to maintain a certain level of temperature in the room.
The Amager variety ripens in 4 months, the heads of cabbage are dense, the average weight is 4 kilograms. They have a high resistance to cracking; after storage, the palatability increases significantly.
Cabbage "Moscow late" is in great demand. Its heads of cabbage are large, dense, the maximum weight under favorable conditions is 8 kilograms.
There are a lot of varieties for storage, you need to choose depending on individual requirements and climate characteristics.
Storing cabbage in winter
There are several methods for storing cabbage in winter. Everyone will be able to choose the right one for themselves. Basic conditions for successful storage:
- fruits should not touch each other;
- stumps should look up;
- the air temperature should be from 0 to 2 degrees Celsius;
- prevent cabbage from freezing;
- air humidity 98%.
It is very important to maintain a certain level of temperature throughout the room. Thermometers are installed, and the temperature is regulated by hatches and hoods.
First you need to carefully select the fruits, it should be cabbage with green leaves. You cannot put cabbage next to it, as it can release excess moisture and rot.
The cabbage should not come into contact with the earthen floor, as there should be access to oxygen from all sides. For storing cabbage, you can make any structures with your own hands, using ordinary boards, a wooden lattice or flooring. Boards need to be cleaned of dust, treated with soda solution. To preserve the cabbage better, fern leaves are placed under it.
To prevent moisture from accumulating under the cabbage, you can put straw under the grate. The fruits are laid out in a checkerboard pattern in several rows.
There is another method for storing cabbage. Heads of cabbage, previously tied with twine, are suspended from a rope. For the cabbage to hold better, there must be a large stump, at least 4 cm.
For experienced gardeners, the method of preserving cabbage in clay can be useful. The top layer of leaves is removed, after which the stumps are tied to the twine. The cabbage heads should be covered with a large layer of clay. The fruits are stored suspended from the beam. Before hanging the cabbage in the basement, the clay should dry well.
Are there many heads of cabbage or no room? Can be stored outdoors
If there are a lot of heads of cabbage, more than a hundred, and there is no room for storage of such an area, then you can store the fruits on the street. Heads of cabbage are laid out on a pre-rammed area.In winter, the cabbage is covered with snow, there must be a lot of it, and the ambient temperature is low, otherwise this method will not work.
Heads of cabbage can be stacked on top of each other, the height of the snow cover reaches 20 cm, and the width is 1 meter. On the sides, all this is covered with mats, reeds or sawdust 40 cm thick are placed on top.
If the winter is warm and there is little snow, then cabbage can be stored in the ground. Fruits are also laid in a dug ditch with stumps upwards, on top the earth is laid in a layer of 10 cm.The colder, the larger the soil layer should be, but not more than 30 cm.
How to properly store fresh cabbage, you can learn from the following video:
Storing cabbage in winter is easy enough. And spring will begin with a vitamin charge and delicious fresh cabbage dishes.
Vegetables
When choosing a cabbage variety for storage for the winter, a vegetable grower should be extremely careful. It is necessary to take into account the amount of the crop and its shelf life.
Cabbage varieties for winter storage
General characteristics of winter species
For storage for the winter, it is better to choose a late-ripening variety so that the cabbage can be consumed fresh as long as possible. Late cabbage has strong heads of cabbage, perfect for harvesting. There are varieties bred for long-term storage. These species are able to give a higher yield compared to the early ones.
According to external data, it is not difficult to distinguish an early species from a late one. The head of cabbage of winter culture is dense, has a green or white color. Leaves are tight, well pressed together. The taste is pleasant, the whole head is usable.
In a winter vegetable, immediately after picking, the leaves are tough and tasteless. To taste better, cabbage needs to lie down in a cool place for a while.
Cabbage varieties for long-term storage are kept in a cellar under certain conditions, otherwise the vegetable will not lie for a long time.
What rules need to be considered:
- the cabbage forks should lie without touching each other, placing the stumps up;
- the temperature in the cellar where the vegetable will be stored should be 0-2 ° C, humidity - 98%. The cellar is ventilated every day;
- the floor should not be earthen, as the fruits will start to deteriorate: it is important that the vegetable receives the required amount of oxygen during storage. For this, a special device is used, which is placed on the floor: wooden grates, racks, cardboard, etc. To prevent them from oxidizing, they are treated with baking soda before use.
The best varieties for storage for the winter
The best winter cabbage varieties include fruitful varieties that not only last long, but also taste good. Such varieties are popular for cultivation. They are used for sales purposes.
Glory
Glory is grown more often in the southern regions. It is divided into 2 types.
- Glory 1305.
- Glory Gribovskaya 231.
The yield is 10-12.5 kg / m2. The head of cabbage is round, light green, white in the middle. The weight of the vegetable is 2.5-4 kg.
The variety is adapted for long-term transportation, it is used for sourdough and salting. Its preservation is up to 3-4 months.
Kharkov winter
This variety can be stored for up to six months.
This species gives a large yield - 4.1-10.8 kg / sq. m. The culture tolerates frost and heat well. You can store a vegetable for up to 6 months, after which it loses its taste and appearance. Head of cabbage tight, white in the middle. He often suffers from the keel, but is resistant to point necrosis.
Snow White
The vegetable has excellent commercial properties. The name "Snow White" received, thanks to the white color of the inner and outer foliage. The yield is 7-9 kg / sq. m. Fruit weight - 2.5-4 kg. The storage period is 6-7 months, after the expiration of the term, the heads do not crack. The variety tolerates most diseases.
The species resembles a Beijing vegetable in composition, so it is often used to prepare food for children. It has no veins, has a good structure and is easy to work with.
Amager 611
The crop yield is average - 5-6.5 kg / sq. m. The variety is suitable for growing in all regions except Siberia.Stored for a long time, within 5-6 months. Bitterness begins to appear only in the spring. The foliage is juicy and tender. Head of cabbage weight - 2.4-4 kg. The culture has a negative attitude towards heat, therefore it is stored only in a cool and dark place. The variety is resistant to diseases.
Geneva F1
This is the best winter view with a yield of 8-9 kg / sq. m. Cabbage variety Geneva is intended for storage within 8-9 months. The vegetable is blue-green in color. Fruit weight - 3-5 kg. There are veins inside, so it is rarely used for fresh consumption. It is added to various dishes or fermented. The culture develops normally in all regions of the country, it is undemanding to care.
Aros F1
Aros f1 can be stored for 7-8 months, tolerates all possible diseases and is not prone to head cracking. Its weight is within 1.9 g.
Turkis
The variety was bred by German breeders. The yield reaches up to 8-10 kg / sq. m. Fruits are stored for a long time - 7-8 months, have a dark green color. The heads are round, their weight is 2-3 kg. The plant is not afraid of such diseases as keela, fomoz, fusarium, grows normally in frost and drought.
Wintering 1474
This type of vegetable feels great in winter, because it is one of the most frost-resistant. The shelf life is 6-8 months. The fruit ripens within 175 days, so it is undesirable to grow the vegetable in the northern regions. The weight is 3.5-4 kg. Head of cabbage is oval. After ripening, the foliage acquires a blue-green color with a strong waxy bloom.
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Winter hybrid varieties
Hybrid types of vegetables have gained popularity quite recently. Hybrids are easy to grow, easy to care for, but they show excellent taste. Consider the best hybrid cabbage varieties for winter storage.
Aggressor F1
The variety was bred by Dutch breeders. Its yield is 9-10 kg / sq. m. The weight of 1 fruit reaches 3-5 kg. The vegetable is stored for 5-6 months. It is permissible to grow it in any locality. Heads of cabbage are firm, slightly oval. The foliage is white-yellow, very juicy, has a pleasant aroma. The culture will develop when there is a lack of nitrogen in the soil. Fusarium, thrips and fleas do not threaten her.
Gingerbread man F1
This variety is better than other hybrids, because it is stored for 6-7 months. The yield is 8-10 kg / sq. m. The outer foliage is green, white is present in the section. The head of cabbage is quite dense, weighing 3-5 kg. Great for sale. Transportation does not harm the culture.
Valentine F1
Cabbage variety Valentina F1 has dense foliage, green color. The culture is suitable for long-term storage. The fruits are recommended to be consumed fresh immediately. To make the leaves softer, they are doused with hot water before use.
The culture gives 3.5-5 kg / sq. m harvest. Head of cabbage weight - 3.2-4 kg. It lasts 5-6 months. The vegetable can be grown for sale and transported.
Conclusion
Analyzing the best varieties of cabbage for winter storage will help you choose the most suitable option. The variety should be late ripening, crop care should be timely. Almost all types of winter crops give a large harvest, so the owner will be able to stock up on the product for the entire cold period.
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