Sunflower variety Pокров is a high-yielding, edible variety from the confectionery segment, with plant height of 160-180 cm and large, well-formed heads with diameter of 22-27 cm. Branching is absent, which promotes uniform flowering and maturation. Seeds are oval-shaped, black with distinct stripes along the edges, characterized by large size — 1000 seeds weigh 75-98 g. Kernel mass content reaches 59.7%, and protein content in kernels is up to 20%, significantly higher than in oilseed varieties. These characteristics make Pокров attractive for use in the confectionery industry and for human consumption.
The variety exhibits high resistance to lodging, shattering, and lodging, ensuring stable yield and ease of harvest. Plants are characterized by high honey-producing and decorative qualities, expanding their application possibilities. For successful cultivation, sunflower requires fertile, well-drained soils with neutral pH and sunny location. Sowing seeds is recommended in open ground in the third decade of May, when soil temperature reaches 10-12°C, at a depth of 2-3 cm. The variety responds well to application of mineral fertilizers, which promotes increased yield.
Pокров has a medium maturity period and uniform flowering. It is resistant to major diseases such as fomosis, fomopsis, as well as white and gray mold. Additionally, the variety demonstrates high tolerance to pests and resistance to races A-G. High initial growth energy promotes rapid leaf canopy formation, effectively suppressing weed growth in crops. All these qualities make sunflower Pокров a reliable and productive choice for cultivation under agronomic conditions aimed at obtaining high-quality, high-yield products.
