Siberia is a huge region of our country with a predominance of temperate and sharply continental climate. Refers to high risk land for agricultural farming. Nevertheless, planting potatoes in Siberia occupies a significant place in the activities of this industry in this area.
The climate of the eastern regions is a long and protracted winter, short and hot summers, possible late frosts in late spring, uneven rainfall, most of which occur in late summer and early fall. The climatic conditions of the western regions are somewhat milder, but also carry a risk for agricultural work. Such natural whims force one to adhere to certain rules for growing plant crops.
Potato planting in Siberia is made in the eastern regions, starting in mid-May. Western areas can begin these types of agricultural work at the beginning of the same month. A popular landmark for the time of the start of work is the opening buds on a birch. If you take a scientific approach, then planting potatoes in Siberia should be carried out at a soil temperature of 9 degrees Celsius.
Potato planting methods
- The traditional one-line method. The material is disembarked in rows dug at a distance of 70 centimeters between them. Disadvantage: when hilling, the root system of the bush is violated, which leads to a decrease in yield.
- The tape method. A modernized analogue of the traditional principle. Two rows are made at a distance of 30 centimeters from each other, the next two rows are placed at a greater distance - 110 centimeters. Keep in mind that if you decide to land in this way, the hilling will require heavy physical effort, due to the fact that the earth will be grabbed with a grab from wide aisles. But judging by the reviews, this method gives a good harvest.
- The crest method. Planting potatoes in Siberia can use this method, but due to the fact that rainfall is uneven, such experiments can be used only when you have nearby ground water in the area, or the ground does not allow moisture to pass through. For potatoes, the oxygen entering the soil is important, and the comb method can provide it and suggests two options:
- In the re-cultivated area, the planting material is shallow (8-10 cm) and at a small distance (25 cm), and a comb is poured onto it to a height of up to 20 cm from the tubers. The distance between the embankments themselves is 70 cm.
- Crests are prepared in advance with a height of 30 cm and a distance of 90 cm from each other, potatoes are laid along them and covered with earth.
Using the comb variant of planting potatoes in dry areas can lead to the death of the entire crop. In addition, plants planted in this way may require additional protection against frost, due to the rapid emergence of sprouts.
When choosing a site for potatoes, give preference to those where cabbage or cucumbers previously grew. Fertilizer for potatoes when planting, apply immediately before starting work. Use rotted humus or compost with a small amount of wood ash. Mix with soil until planting material is planted.
Planting potatoes with a cultivator will greatly facilitate the work of the gardener and gardener and speed up the process. Which way to choose is up to you. Have a good harvest!