The Matrena cabbage variety is an early-maturing hybrid intended for early yields in open ground. This variety forms a crop within 90-95 days from mass germination and approximately 50 days after seedling transplant. The heads of Matrena are uncovered, of medium density, with a yellowish tint on the cut surface, weighing from 0.8 to 1.2 kg. The outer stalk has a medium length, while the inner one is short, which facilitates harvesting and further processing.
The taste qualities of Matrena cabbage are rated as excellent, making it ideal for fresh consumption. The yield of the variety reaches 3-4 kg per square meter, while the output of commercial product is about 90%, indicating high cultivation efficiency and minimal losses during harvesting. Seed germination is 92%, ensuring good germination and uniform plant development.
Growing Matrena cabbage is recommended via seedlings with mandatory adherence to temperature regimes: 15-18°C during the day, 12-14°C at night. Seedlings are transplanted into the ground at 35-40 days of age, when 5-6 true leaves have formed on the plants. For winter storage, heads are cut, leaving a longer stalk with two to three covering leaves, which helps maintain product quality and freshness for an extended period.
