Tuleevsky Potato: Description and characteristics, photo

Tuleevsky is a potato variety considered one of the most popular among Russian gardeners. A bountiful harvest and easy care are the main reasons for this vegetable crop's popularity. A description of the Tuleevsky potato variety, along with photos and reviews, helps you understand the main reasons for its popularity and the best ways to achieve a high-quality harvest.

A description of the Tuleevsky potato variety, along with photos and reviews, helps us understand the characteristics of this vegetable crop, which is becoming increasingly popular among Russian gardeners. Its ease of care, good yields, and the ability to assess its nutritional value are the main reasons for its popularity.

Description and characteristics of the Tuleevsky potato

Escapes

Potato plants typically grow to a medium height (about 30-35 centimeters). They typically have few leaves, making maintenance significantly easier and faster. Their compact size makes them ideal for planting between berry and fruit trees, saving space.

Potatoes have the following visual differences:

• dark green leaves of medium size, open or intermediate type with slight waviness along the edge;
• purple flowers with a yellowish center and a large white corolla;
• flowering is of medium intensity;
• Potato tubers have a smooth surface and an oval shape, but the skin is slightly rough;
• dense creamy-yellow flesh makes the potato suitable for culinary purposes;
• Rare, small surface eyes make cleaning easier;
• The presence of 6 lateral shoots guarantees a rich harvest.

Such shoots and characteristics of the potato bush contribute to the successful cultivation of the vegetable.

Productivity

Tubers typically weigh 120-270 grams. Under favorable conditions, some fruits can reach or even exceed 500 grams. It's worth noting that a single plant typically yields a couple dozen tubers. Small fruits are almost never seen.

Pros and cons of the variety

The Tuleevsky potato is considered a high-yielding variety, as with proper care, up to 500 kilograms of yield can be harvested per 100 square meters. At the same time, the variety exhibits resistance to many diseases.

Experienced gardeners note that potatoes are ideal for long-term storage and use during the cold season.

The fruits are resistant to harmful insects, parasites, and rot. This immune system of the vegetable crop facilitates its successful cultivation and subsequent use in preparing various potato-based dishes.

Agricultural technology

Tuleyevsky Potato Growing Guidelines

The seedlings are laid out in a layer of 2-3 tubers before planting. It's best to protect the potato from direct sunlight. Special preparations are used to prevent damage to the potato plants and tubers, and stimulants are used to stimulate growth and boost immunity.

The best method is to plant potatoes in furrows. About three days before planting, large tubers are cut into several pieces, leaving 2-3 eyes on each piece. The potatoes are laid out in the sun until the skin turns green.

The next step is to make deep holes, which are preferably placed at a distance of about 70 centimeters from each other.

The soil is dug in the fall and spring. This procedure removes the roots and stems of weeds.

Potatoes should be planted only after the soil has warmed evenly. Watering is not required when planting.

How to care properly

Proper care ensures that Tuleyevskaya potatoes will reveal their impeccable qualities of taste and aroma.

1. Hilling. This procedure is performed at least three times during the growing season. Hilling is carried out after the first flowers appear. The final hilling is done when the potato tops are laid between the rows. In unfavorable weather conditions, chicken manure or poultry manure may be used.
2. The harvest is carried out after the tops turn yellow and gradually wither.

The Tuleyevsky variety is a domestic potato that is undemanding to soil conditions and is resilient even to unfavorable conditions, making it grown in virtually all regions of Russia.

Storage of the harvest

Before storing, the potatoes are washed. The tubers are laid out in a thin layer in a bright place to allow them to acquire a greenish color. The harvest is then stored in the cellar.

Reviews

Galina:

"I tried growing Tuleevsky potatoes for the first time. Despite their ease of care, I got a bountiful harvest. However, I didn't like the flavor. Perhaps I chose poor-quality seed. In any case, I won't be trying this variety again."

Varvara:

"Tuleevsky is one of the best potato varieties. I like almost everything about it: its yield, shelf life, and flavor. I've planted it three times in a row, and it's always been a joy. The most important thing is to choose a sunny spot with good soil and follow all the care instructions."

Julia:

"Tuleevsky is a potato variety considered quite good. However, I only plant a small amount of this variety. Some varieties are more productive and larger."

Reviews of the Tuleyev potato largely determine the advisability of choosing this vegetable, which can delight with impeccable taste and is distinguished by its ease of care.