Unpretentious cold-resistant cabbage variety “Slava”

White cabbage is one of the most popular and widespread crops in agriculture. Slava cabbage is very popular. It is characterized by high productivity, juiciness and density of heads of cabbage and has many other advantages.

Description of the cabbage variety Slava

Cabbage Slava was bred at the Federal Scientific Center for Vegetable Growing. Since 1940, the vegetable has become widespread in all regions of the country.

The author of the selection work was E.M. Popov. The scientist crossed foreign samples and as a result received two Slava varieties - Gribovskaya 231 and 1305.

The Slava varieties differ only in some indicators. Both are unpretentious and tolerate drought.

Slava 1305

Distinctive characteristics:

• the harvest ripens several days later than Gribovskaya;
• heads of cabbage can reach a weight of 9 kg;
• yield indicators are higher than those of Gribovskaya;
• forks have a lower density and a shorter shelf life.

Slava Gribovskaya 231

Vegetables ripen faster, but weigh 3 times less than heads of cabbage of Slava 1305. Yields are lower.

Chemical composition, trace elements and vitamins, beneficial properties

Cabbage Slava contains:

• antioxidants (vitamin C) - 44 mg per 100 g of raw materials;
• sugar - 5.6%;
• dry matter - 11.1%.

The vegetable contains vitamins B, PP and K, tartronic acid, which inhibits the absorption of sugar, so cabbage is approved for use in diabetes.Methylmethionine promotes recovery in the treatment of ulcers, gastritis, colitis and other gastrointestinal diseases.

Slava cabbage contains micro- and macroelements necessary for the body: phosphorus, calcium, sulfur, potassium, iron, manganese, aluminum, zinc.

The vegetable effectively removes cholesterol from the body and normalizes intestinal microflora. Cabbage is used to combat excess weight as mono-diets or as a supplement to the main diet.

Features of application

The variety is used fresh and after processing. The vegetable has high taste qualities, fermented retains its crunch, which is why housewives often choose Slava cabbage for pickling.

Ripening period

Slava Gribovskaya 231 ripens 100-110 days from the date of emergence. Slava 1305 - on average in 101-132 days.

Productivity

Both varieties have high yields:

• Slava Gribovskaya 231 - 9-10 kg per 1 m²;
• Slava 1305 - 12 kg per 1 m².

Disease resistance

Slava cabbage has average resistance to diseases and pests and resists mucous bacteriosis. Problems may arise if care rules are not followed or if exposed to adverse weather conditions.

Read also:

Using cauliflower for weight loss

How to make the best cabbage preparations

Cold resistance

Cabbage Slava is frost-resistant and is not afraid of the first cold weather. Light freezing improves the taste of the vegetable and gives it a sweetish taste. But the impact of low temperatures on the crop while it is in the garden should not be long-lasting. The minimum permissible temperature that cabbage can withstand without losing its qualities is -6°C.

It is not recommended to collect vegetables for consumption from under the snow at lower temperatures. During the thawing process, microorganisms multiply on the leaves, causing the crop to rot.

Attention! You cannot leave cut heads of cabbage in the cold - they will not be stored.

Characteristics, description of the appearance of leaves and heads of cabbage, taste

The head of cabbage has a round, slightly flattened shape. The diameter can reach 25 cm. The average weight is from 2 to 4.5 kg. The upper leaves along the edges are wavy, light green with a waxy coating. The inner leaves are white and crisp.

Cabbage tastes sweet and juicy.

Growing regions and climate requirements

Slava is suitable for all regions and climatic zones of Russia. Cabbage is not picky about soil and is resistant to temperature changes. In the southern regions of the country, vegetables can be planted without seedlings.

Advantages and disadvantages of Slava varieties

Main advantages:

• tolerate lack of moisture - can grow even in arid regions;
• cold-resistant - the first frosts do not harm the heads of cabbage, but improve their taste;
• used in fresh and processed form - suitable for fermentation;
• have high productivity - 658-891 c/ha;
• transportable and attractive in appearance.

Fame also has several disadvantages:

• susceptible to cabbage clubroot;
• can be stored fresh for a short time - until about mid-January;
• prone to cracking if the watering regime is violated.

Difference from other varieties

A comparison of Slava with other mid-season varieties is presented in the table.

Features of planting and growing

Slava cabbage is grown in seedlings and without seedlings. In the first case, the seeds are initially planted in small boxes, and in the second - immediately in open ground.

Preparation

Before planting it is recommended:

1. Place the seeds in water at a temperature of +55...+60°C for 15 minutes.
2. Then immerse them in cool water for 1 minute.
3. Prepare a solution: use 12 g of potassium humate per 10 liters of water.
4. Pour the mixture over the seeds and leave for 12 hours.
5. After the specified time, dry the planting material and place it in a cool place.

After a day, the seeds can be planted.

How to plant without seedlings

With the seedless method:

1. Sow the seeds in the soil to a depth of 2 cm.
2. Thin out the seedlings after the formation of 3 leaves.
3. Repeat the procedure after the 6th leaf appears, leaving 60 cm between the sprouts.

Soil requirements

Any soil is suitable for growing Slava cabbage. But it is recommended to choose fertile loamy soil with close groundwater. The recommended soil acidity indicator is ph=6.7-7.4.

Attention! The time interval between planting cabbage on the same piece of land should be at least 3-4 years.

Dates, scheme and rules of planting

To grow seedlings, seeds are sown in boxes in early April. With the seedless method, seeds are planted in open ground in the third ten days of April. In the south they are sown after March 25th.

The scheme for planting seedlings in the soil is 60x60 cm.

In most regions of Russia, the seedling method is used. Landing instructions:

1. Prepare boxes 5-6 cm deep.
2. Pour soil into containers.
3. Compact the soil and treat with a solution of potassium permanganate.
4. After three days, make furrows 1 cm deep at a distance of 3 cm from each other.
5. Sow the seeds.
6. Cover the crops with soil and water.
7. Place the boxes in a warm place until shoots emerge. Temperature range: +18…+20°C.
8. After the sprouts appear, move the boxes to a lighted windowsill. Maintain the temperature within +10…+12°C. Otherwise, the sprouts will quickly stretch upward, which is dangerous due to deformation and death of the plant.
9. After the formation of 5 leaves, plant the seedlings in open ground.

Features of cultivation

Often, when growing cabbage, mistakes are made that lead to the formation of a shoot. To avoid this, take into account the characteristics of the growing season of the crop and do not allow:

• dense planting of seedlings;
• lack of lighting;
• excess moisture.

To obtain a bountiful harvest, plantings are regularly cared for:

1. Watering. Slava cabbage loves moisture, so it is watered about 8 times a month.
2. Loosening. It is performed after each watering to ensure access of oxygen to the root system of the plant.
3. Hilling. The procedure helps the formation of root shoots. As a result, the plant will receive more nutrients.
4. Feeding. Nitrogen fertilizers are applied 15 days after planting. During the formation of heads of cabbage, the plant requires phosphorus and potassium supplements.

Disease and pest control

The most common disease is blackleg. The disease begins to develop in the root system and can occur even at the initial stage of growth, so the seeds are disinfected before planting. During the growth process, the soil is loosened, first sprinkled with ash.

If infection has already occurred, treatment is carried out with the drugs “Fitoflavin”, “Baktofit”, “Trichodermin”.

The source of pests may be a neighboring area. The greatest damage to cabbage is caused by aphids.Massive spread may be contained by cool weather and heavy rains. To combat aphids, dill and parsley are planted next to cabbage. These crops are attractive to ladybugs that feed on aphids. For treatment purposes, the beds are sprayed with tobacco decoction or a vinegar solution (200 ml of substance and 40 g of soap per bucket of water). Popular drugs for getting rid of aphids are “Fitoverm”, “Iskra”, “Aktara”.

Cabbage moths often settle in beds. Signs of damage: damaged and drying leaves, yellow spots, lack of growth, rotting of the plant. In this case, complex treatment is carried out with insecticides “Aktellik”, “Ambush”, “Talcord”.

To reduce the risk of diseases, before planting the soil is treated with lime in a volume of 1 kg per 4 m².

Difficulties in growing

Sometimes vegetable growers are faced with a problem: cabbage heads do not form. The plant actively stretches upward and overgrows with leaves. The reasons may be:

• late sowing;
• dense planting;
• violation of the watering regime;
• excess nitrogen fertilizers during the period of fork formation.

With proper care, white cabbage Slava always produces dense heads of cabbage.

Harvest and storage

Slava cabbage ripens by the end of July. On large farms, harvesting can take up to 2 weeks.

Attention! It is recommended to stop watering 15 days before the planned harvest to avoid cracking of the heads of cabbage.

How and when to collect

The harvest begins in early August. The heads of cabbage are cut with a sharp knife and placed in a shaded place for 3-4 days to dry.

Storage features and keeping quality of the variety

Cabbage is stored in a ventilated basement. The heads of cabbage are laid out on the shelves with the stalks facing up.If there are no free surfaces for laying the crop, it is dug up by the roots and hung by the stalk.

At a temperature of 0°C and a humidity of 90%, Slava cabbage can be stored fresh for no more than 4 months.

Tips and reviews from experienced gardeners about the variety

To get a high-quality harvest, experienced gardeners advise:

1. Moisten the beds before planting cabbage and then pay attention to the watering regime. It is recommended to use 15 liters of water per 1 m². Each new watering is carried out after the soil dries out.
2. Avoid crust formation by loosening the soil in a timely manner.

Otherwise, according to experienced vegetable growers, Slava cabbage is unpretentious and easy to care for.

Gardeners speak positively about these time-tested varieties.

Irina, Vologda: “Every year I plant Slava cabbage, my sister recommended it. I get elastic, even, beautiful heads of cabbage, like in the photo of the Slava cabbage variety on the seed packages. I haven’t encountered any illnesses yet.”

Vladimir, Barnaul: “We grow and use Slava cabbage mainly for pickling. We store fresh heads of cabbage in small quantities. The cabbage is tasty and juicy.”

Read also:

The best Dutch varieties and hybrids of white cabbage

The best varieties of cabbage for pickling and storing for the winter

Conclusion

Farmers and gardeners choose Slava for planting more often than other cabbage varieties. They note its unpretentiousness, taste, and large size of heads of cabbage. With a minimum of effort, you can grow a good harvest even in difficult climatic conditions.