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Bogatyrka cherry is a hybrid crop (Dyuk), bred by crossing cherries with cherries. You can find this fruit tree in many garden plots. The variety attracts gardeners with its compactness, high characteristics and decorative properties throughout the growing season. The tree not only pleases with large and juicy berries, but also decorates the garden with lush flowering.
Description of the Bogatyrka cherry variety
According to the type of growth and fruiting, Bogatyrka belongs to the bush type of cherry. An average of 3 to 5 straight trunks branch off from a short trunk, which form a lush crown. Bogatyrka is suitable for both growing on personal plots and on farms. The variety is adapted for cultivation in the Moscow region, St. Petersburg, Voronezh, Arkhangelsk, Chelyabinsk, Ufa, Krasnodar and Vladivostok.
Height and dimensions of an adult tree
Bogatyrka cherry variety forms a lush and spreading crown. The bush reaches a height of 2 m, a diameter of about 1.6-2 m. The shoots are straight, vertically directed.
Description of fruits
Bogatyrka's berries are large. The average weight is 4-5 g. The shape of the fruit is oval-elongated, with a pointed, elongated tip. The color of the berries is dark burgundy. The taste is sweet and sour, with slight wine notes. Tasting assessment of fruits – 4.5 points. The pulp is dense, juicy and creamy in color. Severing the berry from the stem is dry. The seeds are easily separated from the pulp.
Pollinators of the Bogatyrka cherry
Bogatyrka cherry is a partially self-fertile garden crop. To obtain a full annual harvest, several cherry or cherry bushes of a different variety, but with similar flowering periods, should be planted next to the tree. The Zhelannaya cherry variety is suitable as a pollinator. The flowering time of the Bogatyrka cherry differs in different climatic regions. In southern latitudes, flowering begins in May, in the middle zone - in June.
Main characteristics
Cherry Bogatyrka is a mid-season cherry-cherry hybrid. The growing season is 147 days. Duke inherited the best varietal characteristics from his parents.
Drought resistance, frost resistance
Bogatyrka cherry is a frost-resistant variety that practically does not suffer from spring-autumn temperature changes with short-term frosts. The hybrid belongs to winter hardiness zone 4. Trees can withstand significant frosts without problems - up to 20-35 ° C. Bogatyrka is a drought-resistant hybrid. Mature bushes do not require special watering.
Productivity
Bogatyrka cherries ripen in mid-summer - in the first half of July. The variety is productive; about 5-8 kg of berries can be collected from one bush. Bogatyrka is a fast-bearing crop, so the first (trial) fruiting begins 2-3 years after planting the seedling. Productivity directly depends on the presence of pollinators.
The first fruiting of the Bogatyrka cherry, the harvest is insignificant, but sufficient to enjoy and appreciate the taste of the berries
Bogatyrka is a universal purpose cherry. It can be consumed either fresh or used to prepare a variety of preparations (compotes, juices, jams). The berries can also be frozen. The fruit pulp is quite dense, due to which they have good shelf life and can be transported over long distances.
Advantages and disadvantages
Bogatyrka cherry has a number of advantages that set it apart from other varieties:
- high and stable yield;
- winter hardiness;
- drought resistance;
- excellent separation of seeds from pulp;
- separation of the berry from the stem is dry;
- good transportability;
- long shelf life of fresh berries;
- immunity to coccomycosis and moniliosis;
- practically not affected by the cherry fly.
Disadvantages of Bogatyrka cherries:
- the need for pollinators on the site;
- sometimes affected by diseases and pests.
Landing rules
It is better to plant Bogatyrka cherries in the form of small groves, separately from other garden crops. This will make it easier to care for the trees. Also, on personal plots, such plantings will look much more decorative. In order for a tree to grow strong and bear fruit every year, it is necessary to take a responsible approach to its planting.
Recommended timing
It is best to plant Bogatyrka seedlings in early spring, as soon as the soil warms up. It is necessary to have time to carry out planting work before the buds open. The optimal planting time is April. You can also plant Bogatyrka in the autumn.
Site selection and soil preparation
When choosing a place to plant a seedling, you must take into account that Bogatyrka, like other varieties of cherries, loves warmth, light and light soil. Does not tolerate wind and drafts well. It is also recommended to choose a place for planting that is protected from direct sunlight. You should not plant bushes in swampy and waterlogged areas. The best place for planting is considered to be hills that are not flooded.
Cherry Bogatyrka feels comfortable in sunny areas
Bogatyrka is undemanding in terms of soil composition. The main thing is that the soil has neutral acidity (pH 7) and is well drained. The best option is light sandy or loamy soils.
Preparatory work includes digging up the soil, followed by the application of lime fertilizers. After 3-4 weeks, organic matter is added.
How to plant correctly
It is recommended to purchase duke seedlings from gardening farms that sell planting material or in specialized stores.When choosing a seedling, you need to pay special attention to the root system. It should be well branched and without signs of damage. The distance between trees must be at least 3 m.
Step by step planting process:
- Dig up the soil and apply fertilizer if preparation has not been carried out in the fall.
- Dig a planting hole 0.6 m deep and 0.8 m in diameter. The lower, infertile ball of soil is replaced with compost or a fertile layer mixed with organic matter.
- The roots of the seedling are trimmed down to living tissue and placed in water for several hours.
- A hill is formed in the center of the hole and a strong wooden peg is fixed in it, which will serve as a support for the young cherry.
- A seedling is placed on an earthen rampart.
- The roots are straightened.
- Fill the hole with soil, making sure that the root collar is not deepened. It should be level with the ground.
- Compact the soil.
- Pour 2 buckets of water into the tree trunk circle.
- Mulch the soil.
Autumn planting of a young seedling
Features of care
Bogatyrka cherry does not require special care. The main thing is to correctly and timely carry out activities that affect the development of the tree, crown formation and fruiting. In this case, it is necessary to follow the rules of cultivation and take into account the varietal characteristics of the crop.
Watering and fertilizing schedule
Young Bogatyrka bushes are watered several times a month, pouring at least 2 buckets of water into the circle around the trunk. Watering continues until their root system is fully developed.
It is recommended to feed seedlings 2 times per season:
- Until the end of June, nitrogen fertilizers at the rate of 15-20 g per root.
- In the autumn, phosphorus-potassium fertilizers.
An adult tree has a powerful root system that is capable of independently providing it with moisture and nutrients. Therefore, the Bogatyrka cherry, which has entered fruiting, does not need additional watering and fertilizing. As the tree matures, they are reduced or completely stopped.
Trimming
Bogatyrka cherry needs crown formation. It is recommended to carry out the procedure annually to prevent excessive thickening, which can lead to a decrease in yield. In spring and autumn, it is necessary to remove damaged, infected or dead branches.
The first pruning is carried out immediately after planting - the Bogatyrka seedling is shortened at a height of 0.65-0.7 m. The central trunk should be 0.2-0.25 m higher than the side branches. Strong, fully developed side branches are cut by 1/3, for creating a balance between the above-ground part and the root system. Weak shoots must also be removed.
Pruning the Bogatyrka cherry as it grows, forming the crown
Preparing for winter
Pre-winter preparation of young trees involves protecting them from rodents (hares and mice). For this purpose, you can use a special protective mesh. In cold climate zones, in particular in regions with changeable autumn-spring periods, seedlings up to 5 years old should be insulated, protecting them from significant temperature changes. During the onset of the first frost, the trunk must be wrapped in straw or burlap.
Pest diseases
The most common diseases affecting cherry trees are coccomycosis and moniliosis.
If they occur, the following control methods are used:
- Branches and fruits affected by monilial burn are removed and burned. They loosen the tree trunk circle, removing fallen berries and leaves. Preventative treatment with chemicals is carried out at the beginning of flowering.
- The fight against coccomycosis is carried out using systemic and contact drugs. For example, they use "Skor". The first treatment is carried out immediately after flowering. Then 1-2 treatments during the growing season with an interval of 2 weeks. And several sprays after harvest.
The main pest of Bogatyrka is the cherry fly. The fight is carried out using insecticides such as “Confidor”, “Aktellik”. Trees are treated every 14 days.
Conclusion
Bogatyrka cherry is a promising unpretentious variety. Even gardeners with minimal practical experience can grow a hybrid. The basis for a good harvest is the correct and timely implementation of all care-related activities.
