Pepper Atlant - description and characteristics of the variety

Many people want to grow pepper in their summer cottage, but sometimes they are afraid of alleged difficulties in agricultural technology. In fact, for the cultivation of large, tasty and beautiful peppers, it is not necessary to have any special knowledge or huge horticultural experience on your site. The paramount task when growing peppers is the right choice of variety. First of all, it must possess, in addition to high yield indicators, also simplicity in cultivation. And, of course, resistance to adverse weather conditions and diseases. That is exactly what the Atlant pepper variety is.

Characteristics and features of the variety

Atlant is an early ripe type of sweet pepper. From the beginning of seedlings to a state of technical ripeness, 110-120 days pass. And now from seedlings to a state of biological ripeness - 130-140 days. In biological ripeness in pepper, seeds can be self-collected for the new season. The plant has medium growth power. It grows bushes 30-40 cm high, semi-stem type, slightly spreading.

Fruits of an elongated conical shape with clearly defined faces (ribs). The skin is smooth, thin, but strong and resilient. It is resistant to external mechanical damage. The fruits of Atlanta are spectacular, beautiful, bright, with a glossy sheen.

In a state of technical ripeness, the fruits are light green in color, and in biological ripeness - saturated, ruby ​​red. They are large and very large, dense, fleshy. The average weight in the season is 160-200 gr., But can be poured up to 400 gr. Inside consist of 2-3 chambers containing a large number of seeds. The wall thickness of the fruit is 4-7 mm. In a cross section (in width), pepper is 7-8 cm, the length of the fruit is mainly 12-15 cm. But there are specimens up to 20-22 cm.

The fruits of Atlant pepper have high tasting characteristics. They are tasty, with moderately dense pulp. The flesh is crisp when bitten, refreshing, with lots of juice and a fresh aroma. Contains a very high percentage of vitamin C, 100 gr. fruits contain 200 mg of this vitamin. And this is a full daily norm for a person.

Productivity and fruit application

Differs in high indicators of productivity. Moreover, it shows high results both in amateur cultivation on personal plots and on industrial plantations. Suitable for cultivation in both open ground and closed (polycarbonate, film, glass greenhouses and temporary tunnels). Recommended planting density: 70-80 thousand / pcs. on 1 ha. Or 4-6 bushes per 1 square. m

Grade Strengths

1. A high percentage of aligned, uniform fruits in a season. Excellent appearance and marketability of pepper.
2. High flavoring characteristics of Atlant fruits, regardless of growing conditions.
3. The composition of the pulp includes many vitamins and various trace elements. It is a complete source of vitamin C.
4. Universality of application of fruits. Moreover, pepper is suitable for freezing as finely chopped or whole.
5. High and stable productivity indicators.Productivity on an industrial scale is 70-80 t / ha. Or 4-6 kg from a bush for amateur cultivation.
6. Good performance on storage and transportability. Suitable for transportation over long distances. With the right level of humidity during storage, it does not decay for a long time and does not significantly lose weight.
7. Unpretentiousness in cultivation, the ability to adapt to various growing conditions.
8. Resistance to certain diseases and pests of solanaceous crops.
9. Opportunity for the gardener to collect seeds from pepper at the end of the season.

Secrets to Successfully Growing Varieties

1. Maintaining optimal temperature for seed germination + 23- + 25C degrees.
2. Compliance with crop rotation. The crop can be planted after carrots, cabbage, beets, legumes and pumpkin crops. Landing after solanaceous is not recommended.
3. Sowing seeds for seedlings in late February - early March.
4. The use of companion plants. In particular, various greens, some spicy herbs and beans.
5. The use of growth stimulants for presowing seed soaking. Heteroauxin, epin extra, zircon are well suited.
6. Planting seedlings aged 25-40 days. Moreover, the age of its planting depends on the purpose of growing pepper (processing, personal consumption, sale).
7. The planting pattern depends on the method of watering the pepper. When irrigating by sprinkling method, the scheme is 70x15cm. And when using drip irrigation, it is necessary to adhere to the following scheme: 90 + 50x20cm.
8. Planting only healthy, strong and well-developed seedlings.
9. When growing, especially in closed ground, in extreme heat, shading is necessary.
10. Timely harvest samples for unloading bushes and picking large-sized fruits.
11. Regular and plentiful supply of plants with moisture. Pepper roots are located in the upper soil layer and therefore it is quite sensitive to insufficient watering. Especially on sandy and sandy loamy soils.
12. Preplanting soil preparation, including fertilizing, weeding and digging. But organic matter (rotted manure, chicken droppings) must be introduced in the autumn.
13. Maintaining a high agricultural background, regular treatment of diseases and pests. As well as preventive examinations and sanitary cleanings.
14. Spilling soil with insecticides (Aktara, Antichrush, Bazudin) from pests. The use in tank mixtures of only compatible plant protection products. When spraying on a sheet, it is advisable to use adhesives.

Reviews of gardeners about the variety

1. Ekaterina Samoilova, 33 years old: I bought this variety last spring, I wanted to plant ours. Before that, she planted French and Dutch. I heard something about Atlanta. Soaked seeds before planting in Zircon, planted in February in glasses on the windowsill. Then transplanted into a greenhouse. Pepper was really early. Moreover, the bushes were low, up to half a meter. But just hung with fruits. And how big and pretty! Well, of course, the taste is well matched. Great pepper. Now I advise all neighbors in the country!
2. Anna Skvortsova: 40 years: Atlas turned out to be really titanium! Large, some just huge peppers grew up to 300-400 grams. And what a beautiful color - ruby ​​with shine. It tastes very good. The pulp is juicy, odorous, sweetish. In general, a very tasty and very productive variety. And quite unpretentious when grown. You can freeze for the winter, eat fresh, cut into salads. Now I’m sootting him constantly.

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