Potatoes Gala: reviews. Variety description, photo

Since 2008, one of the most promising varieties of vegetables, called "second bread", is recognized as the Gala variety. Potatoes, the description of which is contained literally in every article on homestead farming, has become extremely popular today. In the Russian Federation it is grown in the Yaroslavl, Tver, Vologda, Kostroma, Novgorod, Leningrad, Pskov, Kaliningrad regions.

Variety description

One of the serious advantages of culture is its early maturation. In this respect, against the background of other varieties, again, the Gala potato is allocated. The description of the variety does not take up much space. The bush refers to the semi-straight line or sprawling, the type - intermediate. Shrubs and leaves are usually medium in size, and the corolla of the flowers are white.

The rind and flesh have a pleasant yellow color, the shape of the tuber is round or oval, the eyes are small. Potential yield is high - about 60 tons per hectare. One bush can contain from 16 to 20 tubers with an average weight of 80 to 130 grams.

The starch content is up to 13%. This is relatively small, and those who aspire to a healthy diet, should eat exactly the potato Gala. Reviews of the rumen characterize it as good, and the taste is estimated at 9 points out of 10. The protein content ranges from 3 to 3.5%, and vitamin C - up to 12 mg per 100 grams of the product.

This variety of potatoes retains all its qualities well and for a long time during storage. In addition, it is very resistant to various diseases, such as, for example, potato, nematode, late blight, scab and various viral diseases. This is a table grade, it is well preserved in the package.

Variety of potatoes Gala. Customer Reviews

It is the potato Gala is the top of the sales in 2013. The reason for this is a huge amount of positive feedback from consumers, which they willingly share with each other in comments, blogs and forums. Here are a few advantages of this variety, which are often mentioned:

• The grade Gala is relatively easy to grow because of resistance to diseases;
• When performing all the necessary operations of the agro-technical plan, its potential yield is very high and amounts to 70 tons per hectare, while the marketability is maintained at 90%;
• Fast enough maturing, which requires about 2.5 months;
• Tubers of the Gala potato are unusually even, with shallow eyes, which allows using machine cleaning, for the same reason it is easy to wash and pack;
• This variety shows resistance to damage, which makes it possible to carry out mechanical cleaning and sorting.

And, of course, the most important thing, which consumers usually give first of all, is taste dignity. Here again the potato variety of Gal is again in the lead. The characteristic of gourmets who gave him nine points out of ten is not a joke! Dishes from it are always appreciated! That's why following the results of sales in 2013, the main position again takes the potato Gala. The photo below gives an idea of its appearance.

How useful is the potato Gala?

In 100 grams of this variety contains 500 mg of potassium. In this respect, neither bread, nor meat, nor fish will equal. But this micronutrient strengthens the heart muscle and prevents the development of sclerosis.

In addition, potatoes are a dietary product in diseases of the heart and kidneys. With peptic ulcer of the stomach and duodenum, the raw juice of this vegetable helps. Perfectly suited for these purposes is the variety of potato Gala. The characteristics of the results of those who tried this method on their own are impressive.

This potato is able to restore metabolism, neutralizing surplus acids, because of which the body prematurely grows old. The acetylcholine contained in it reduces the pressure.

Potatoes Gala can also be used successfully for burns and skin diseases, with headaches and poisoning with poisons. Probably everyone in their childhood was treated with colds of steamed potato peel. It can also be used for radiculitis.

This vegetable is close to bread in its chemical composition, and the composition of vitamins (E, K, PP, B, folic acid) and minerals - to greens. At the same time, its calorific value exceeds that of other plants by a factor of 3 (800-900 kcal).

As you know, the protein tuberin contains absolutely all the amino acids that are necessary for the human body and it is he - one of the components of this type of potato. Description of the percentage of the daily norm of vitamins and minerals contained in one portion of the product is given in the table:

A	0.3	Cl	2.5
B 1	8	S	3.2
B 2	3.9	Cu	14
B 5	6th	Mn	8.5
B 6	15	Cr	20
C	22.2	V	373
PP	9	Zn	3
Na	0.4	Fe	5
K	22.7	Bor	5.8
Ph	7.2	Co	50

Especially a lot of nutrients are found under the skin of the tubers, but it is there that harmful pesticides and nitrates are collected.

You should also avoid eating greener tubers. They are unsuitable even for animals, only for seeds.

Opinions of gardeners

Variety of Gala has a wide demand among the population. He is willing to buy, and also grow on household plots. Lovers of dacha farming speak about it with delight.

For a long time everyone dreamed of such a sort of potato, which would have the best qualities and would be unpretentious at the same time. Potato Gala - the embodiment of the aspirations of many. He well tolerates heat, does not suffer in the absence of moisture, without special losses, tolerates insect raids, while quickly coping with diseases.

Plant growers argue that in order to achieve high yields, with little effort, Gala potatoes are needed. Reviews of its taste qualities complement the list of virtues of the variety.

At forums of amateurs of homestead farming, summer residents share advice on growing this variety. Gala likes to be moistened evenly. It is well sprouted and cultivated under the cover of the film, so that it can be prepared for planting in advance. For an early hybrid, this is important, and this potato is just an intermediate variety.

The excellent taste and beautiful appearance of the tubers are primarily characterized by the Gala potatoes. Comments of consumers also report on its excellent longevity. Not surprisingly, its popularity among the population is growing rapidly.

"Favorite" disease of the Gala variety

The smallest number of problems in cultivation is caused by the variety of the Gala potato. Reviews say that, perhaps, the most vulnerable place in him is a susceptibility to a disease such as rhizoctonia, which is caused by a fungus.

This disease affects the roots, stems, sprouts. On tubers, it looks like dark lumps of high density, and on the sprouts - ulcers of brown color. Gradually they destroy the sprouts in the process of their growth. This ailment is often amazed by the variety of potato Gal. The photo below shows the manifestations of the disease.

The potato, affected by this fungus, fades, lags behind in development. Usually, the infection occurs through the soil, but sometimes the tubers suffer from the disease. Rizoctonia, if not dealt with, can reduce the yield by 15-20%.

To potatoes Gala was healthy

It is important to ensure that the following conditions are met:

• On the soil for planting, there should not be a crust.
• It is better that when planting the soil was warm.
• Pre-treat the potatoes with a solution of boric acid. A solution of borax in a concentration of 1.5% is also suitable.
• Well protects from infection spraying when emergence of the drug "Zircon" (on the bucket is enough 0.3 ml).

If the infection does occur, it is necessary to treat the potatoes with fungicide "Kuproksat" from the calculation of 25-50 grams per bucket of water. It is recommended to repeat this procedure after 10 days. Do not forget that you should not use chemical agents 3 weeks before harvesting!

Potato Gala - product of selection

This potato variety was derived from selection. In modern Germany, new varieties of potatoes are systematically displayed (each description is drawn up in great detail). The development of breeding in this country began about the middle of the 19th century. Today 35 private enterprises are engaged in this.

Basically, these works are conducted in the Baltic regions of Germany. The state finances the genetic bank, pays for research, develops equipment.

There is a special structure - the Federal Office, which deals with the protection of new varieties of plants. It controls the results of the work of breeders, establishes standards, classifies the results.

Serious attention is given to phytosanitary testing, potato resistance to various diseases is determined, as well as its taste and culinary qualities, the most suitable methods of processing.

As a result, a new variety receives a license that gives the right to conduct further tests. At the next stage of the test, the suitability of cultivating a variety in a given locality is determined.

All the necessary stages of checks were passed here and the potato Gala. The description of the variety, all its advantages allowed him to enter the top ten leading potato varieties, which occupy 35% of the area allocated for this culture. Preferences are caused by the fact that there is practically no such market requirement that would not match the Gala potatoes. The characteristic of its basic qualities literally amazes with its perfection.

Certified seed potatoes from Germany are very popular. The main exporters are the Mediterranean countries, as well as Austria and Russia.

How to plant this potato?

When planting the Gala potatoes, it is desirable to select specimens no larger than the size of a chicken egg. Well, if you can warm them in the sun for 3-4 days before planting. The distance between the tubers is 80 cm, and the depth should not exceed half the palm of your hand.

In order to ensure a good growth of the root system, it is necessary several times to sprinkle the earth with emerging sprouts. And in order for the land to have a good rest during the winter, you can sow rye at the planting site of potatoes.

An important advantage of the Gala potato is that it can be grown on any type of soil, moreover, and at the same time receive a rich harvest. The main thing is competent care.

In order for this potato to last long, until the spring itself, remaining in excellent condition, it is necessary to remove the tops approximately two weeks before the beginning of its digging.

Some features of care

Variety Gala gives good, amicable shoots, the tops in the rows close quickly, while it grows moderately. This grade is best suited for the second planting with last year's seeds. One of the features of the Gala variety is multiclub, with the tubers aligned (45-55 mm).

With the cultivation of all varieties bred abroad, one can expect a decent harvest only if good agricultural technology is used. However, this is not so difficult.

It is enough to feed the plants with complex fertilizers with the second humming, from the calculation of 1 tablespoon of azofosca for 4 potato potatoes. And, of course, before planting, make fertilizer. This is enough to get an excellent harvest.

How to protect Gala potatoes from viruses?

Usually the variety fructifies well for six years. However, some viruses can make adjustments to the potato life expectancy. If on ordinary sites a normal, non-elite variety of potatoes is grown, then viruses can also get to this area together with decaying plants. In order that this does not happen, you need to do the following:

• It is necessary to carefully inspect all the bushes when the plants reach 10-15 cm in height, and mark those of them that have twisted leaves. Their tubers can be cooked, but can not be used on seeds.
• Plants with viruses have less tubers, so the seeds should be left only those bushes, where high yields.

If you observe these simple conditions, you can significantly extend the life of the variety.

One of the recipes for the potato Gala

Of course, any potato dish is suitable for this variety. It is believed that especially it is good in boiled form "pieces", because it has the property of preserving during cooking, the shape, not boiling.

However, the potato Gala (the reviews say this), baked in the oven in the "grill" mode, is simply gorgeous! In addition, it is a very useful low-calorie recipe for fast food for those wishing to save the figure:

• First of all, you have to peel the potatoes and cut it with small blocks;
• Then put in a bowl, add salt to taste, sprinkle with natural seasoning "Italian herbs" (can be replaced if desired);
• Add vegetable oil based on one tablespoon per 0.5-1 kg of potatoes and mix well, so that a thin layer of oil covers all the potatoes;
• Put on a baking sheet and put in a preheated oven.

Bake in grill at 190 ° for 15 minutes. If you want a potato softer - you can lightly sprinkle the baking tray with water. The dish, decorated with fresh herbs, will look more appetizing.