Arosa Potato: Variety Description, Characteristics, and Photos

The Arosa potato is one of the best table varieties. It grows quickly and requires minimal effort, making it ideal even for beginning gardeners. A bountiful harvest of delicious potatoes makes Arosa a popular choice for many gardeners.The "Arosa" potato is a table variety. Its ease and speed of cultivation have been appreciated by both experienced and novice gardeners. Even beginners can enjoy a bountiful harvest of potatoes, ideal for preparing virtually any dish.

Description and characteristics of the Arosa potato

Potato plants always grow with upright stems, so they require little maintenance. The seedlings are dense and uniform, ensuring a successful harvest on time. "Arosa" is considered one of the earliest and most productive varieties, and with additional fertilization, yields increase significantly.

Features of the Arosa potato:

• smooth skin with minimal roughness, red or red-pink in color;
• medium-sized eyes, located superficially;
• dark yellow flesh, medium crispness;
• oval and oval-round shape;
• starch level – 11.9-14.2 percent;
• The average weight of potatoes is 80-140 grams.

These characteristics indicate that Arosa is a worthy table variety, developed by German breeders and ideally suited for Russia.

Potato "Arosa": shoots, yield, agricultural technology

Potato cultivation is recommended in the southern regions of Russia and Siberia. The unique characteristics of this variety indicate that the popularity of "Arosa" will only grow.

1. "Arosa" is an early-ripening variety. It reaches maturity in 70-75 days, but the first harvest is possible in 45-55 days.
2. Decent yields are guaranteed even with minimal maintenance. Up to 50 tons of potatoes can be harvested from one hectare, and with the use of fertilizers, 70 tons.
3. "Arosa" successfully adapts to any weather conditions and is a drought-resistant potato variety.
4. Resistance to mechanical damage reaches 93-96%
5. "Arosa" is used for the industrial production of French fries and chips. This variety is ideal for long-term storage, while maintaining excellent flavor.

The characteristics of the Arosa potato contribute to the fact that this variety is actively grown in Russia.

Advantages and disadvantages of the Arosa potato

"Arosa" is a potato variety that has numerous advantages.

1. High, stable yields are within reach even for novice gardeners. "Arosa" is considered one of the most productive varieties. Optimal yields are maintained for up to five years, during which time the same seed can be used.
2. Early maturity. The harvest can be collected 70–75 days after planting.
3. Long-term storage, optimal transportability and excellent commercial qualities make Arosa ideal even for farmers.
4. Developed immunity is expected. Resistance to potato cancer, scab, nematodes, and late blight has been noted.
5. Cultivation is possible in any climate zone of Russia, as successful adaptation to any weather conditions is guaranteed.

Rules for growing the variety

«"Arosa" can be grown in any type of soil. Before planting, the potatoes are kept in a bright, warm room for about two weeks to germinate, with the optimal temperature being 12-15 degrees Celsius. Before planting, the potato tubers are treated to ensure a good harvest and increased resistance to adverse conditions. This treatment can be done using specialized store-bought or home remedies.

It is advisable to use medium-sized, healthy tubers for planting, as they will help to obtain a high-quality harvest.

For a planting site with peat soil, it's recommended to add river sand, high-quality humus, and compost. If you're planting potatoes in clay soil, add a bucket of compost or peat moss per square meter. To improve the composition of sandy soil, clay soil, compost, and peat moss are recommended.

Planting is only possible in warm soil, so its temperature should be around +10 degrees.

It is recommended to plant potatoes in a 60x35 cm pattern, with the hole 8-10 centimeters deep. This planting pattern will help ensure a bountiful and high-quality potato harvest.

Care instructions

Maintenance consists of weed removal, loosening and hilling the soil, regular watering and fertilization, and disease and pest prevention. At the same time, agricultural practices should be aimed at increasing yields. Experienced gardeners note that the "Arosa" potato variety requires high doses of mineral fertilizers, as small, localized applications leave virtually no trace.

Reviews

Marina:

"Arosa is one of the most delicious early-ripening potatoes. I carefully and meticulously care for it, so three-fold earthing using the Dutch method, digging the soil, and watering are essential. When ripe, the potato impresses with a glossy, reddish-pink skin and creamy flesh. When boiled, the potato is crispy, making it ideal for mashed potatoes, but not recommended for frying. Long-term storage is one of its most important advantages."

Maxim:

"I've been growing Arosa potatoes for several years. This variety is resistant to pests, diseases, and drought. It produces a flawless harvest, making it accessible even to beginners. Arosa is also delicious, suitable for boiling and frying. My potatoes turn out perfectly crumbly, which is a plus. I also consider Arosa's long shelf life one of its most important advantages."