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Black currant Galinka is a domestic variety, bred several decades ago. It produces a harvest of large, sweet and sour berries. The culture is unpretentious, survives frost and drought well, and is immune to some diseases and pests.
History of selection
Black currant Galinka appeared in 1980. Its breeding was carried out by employees of the Siberian Research Institute of Horticulture named after M. A. Lisavenko - Zotova Z. S., Pershina M. A., Nazaryuk N. I., Shevkunova V. S., Teslya I. L. To obtain a new variety, Lepaan Musta was crossed and Seedling Dove. They also served as the basis for several more varieties of black currant.
Galinka was included in the State Register in 2001. Based on test results, it is approved for cultivation in the East Siberian and West Siberian regions.
Description of the blackcurrant variety Galinka
Currant Galinka forms bushes of medium height, spreading and density. Their shoot recovery ability is weak.The buds of this variety are brown in color and lack pubescence. They are large in size, oblong in shape with a blunt end.
The thickness of the growing shoots of the Galinka variety is average, the color is matte, light green. They are slightly curved, pubescence is absent. After lignification, the color becomes light brown.
Black currant Galinka has five-lobed leaves of large and medium sizes. They have a matte, light green color, a leathery, wrinkled surface and concave plates. The tips of the blades are pointed. The bases of the leaves have narrow, deep and slightly open grooves. The teeth are short and sharp, with a clearly defined hooked tip. The petioles are of average length and thickness, the color is green, and weak at the edges. The leaves of this variety have well-developed basal lobes. Their veins are directed towards the petiole.
Characteristics of berries of the Galinka variety:
- large size;
- weight 2-4 g;
- round shape;
- black color;
- the skin is shiny;
- dry tear;
- the number of seeds is average.
The content of soluble solids in the fruits of the Galinka blackcurrant is about 4.5%, pectin 1-1.5%, sugars 7.5-9.5%. The titratable acidity of the berries is 2.2-3%. Per 100 g of fruit there are up to 200 mg of ascorbic acid.
Galinka currants are recommended for preparing preparations for the winter, confiture, pastilles, and wine.
Characteristics
According to the description of the variety with photos and reviews, black currant Galinka produces a good harvest of large berries. She has practically no shortcomings.
Drought resistance, winter hardiness
Black currant Galinka is drought and frost resistant. The variety tolerates Siberian winters well when grown in the recommended regions. Heat resistance is high.
Pollination, flowering period and ripening time
Black currant Galinka is self-fertile, therefore it does not need pollinators. It is recommended to plant 1-2 more varieties of bushes nearby. This has a positive effect on yield and fruit size.
Galinka currants bloom in the second half of May. Its loose and pendulous racemes are of medium length and have green axes. The flowers are goblet-shaped, pale pink in color. Their size is average, the sepals are short. The stalks are thin and long. Ripening time is average.
Productivity and fruiting, keeping quality of berries
Fruiting of the Galinka variety begins in the second year after planting. One bush brings an average of 3.2 kg, maximum 4 kg of berries. On an industrial scale, 1 hectare of plantings yields 11-13 tons. Such indicators are achieved when the bushes are 3-5 years old and the planting pattern is 3x1 m.
Galinka currant berries have a dry tear. They tolerate transportation well over long distances. The keeping quality of the fruit is low. At average air humidity and 7-10 °C, the harvested crop can be stored for up to two weeks. This period increases by 1.5 times at zero temperature.
Taste qualities
The berries of black currant Galinka are sweet and sour. Their taste is good, its tasting score is four points. This variety has a pleasant aroma. The purpose of its fruits is universal. Preparations made from them are rated higher in taste than fresh berries.
Resistance to diseases and pests
Black currant Galinka has good immunity to powdery mildew and gall aphids. The variety is moderately susceptible to bud mite and anthracnose, and is susceptible to septoria.
Advantages and disadvantages
Galinka blackcurrant is good fresh; its taste is highly valued after processing. The maximum tasting score is for juice and compote from berries of this variety.
Galinka blackcurrant berries ripen together
Pros:
- high productivity;
- versatility of fruits;
- self-pollinating;
- good presentation;
- large berries;
- self-fertility;
- unpretentiousness to growing conditions;
- possibility of long-distance transportation;
- immunity to powdery mildew, gall aphids;
Minuses:
- susceptibility to septoria.
Features of planting and care
Galinka blackcurrant can be planted in the spring before sap flow begins or in the first half of October. If the root system is closed, then work can be planned throughout the growing season.
The Galinka variety requires open and well-lit areas, protected from drafts. If the summer is hot and dry, then partial shade is better for the plant. Recommended acidity 5.5-7 pH, clay or loam soil. It should be loose and fertile, groundwater should be removed at least 1-1.5 m.
For planting Galinka currants, 1-2 year old seedlings with a long root system are better. What is important is the absence of damage and signs of rot, strong and flexible shoots with even color and smooth bark.
The site must be prepared in advance - dig up, remove weeds and stones, add compost or humus. Make a planting hole with a side of 0.5 m. Leave 1-2 m between bushes. Add organic matter, ash and superphosphate to the removed fertile layer. Fill the hole halfway with this mixture and leave it to shrink. Landing algorithm:
- Place the seedling in the hole.
- Spread out the roots.
- Fill the hole with soil.
- Compact the soil.
- Form a circle around the trunk, add 0.5 buckets of water.
- Mulch the soil.
- Run around and cut into three buds.
Caring for blackcurrant Galinka:
- Water five times per season. Moisturizing is important during the formation of ovaries, fruit formation, and after harvesting. In dry summers, water every 1.5 weeks, four buckets per bush.
- Feeding from 2-3 years. In the spring, humus, compost, 25 g of ammonium nitrate per 1 m², during flowering, manure, potassium and superphosphate, after harvesting - potassium-phosphorus fertilizers and humus.
- Mulching. In spring, lay out a thick layer of straw, compost or humus.
- Regular loosening and weeding.
- Pruning - after two years, leave the strongest and healthiest shoots, shortening them by two buds. Leave six large branches for the next season and pinch off the tops in the summer. In the fifth year, carry out rejuvenating pruning, leaving four five-year-old, 1-2- and 3-year-old shoots.
Preparing Galinka currants for winter involves abundant watering and mulching. Shelter is not required, protection from rodents is needed - mesh, roofing felt. If there is not enough snow, then you need to rake it to the bushes and fill them up.
Galinka currants can be affected by septoria. It appears as dark brown spots on the leaves, which then turn white except for the edges. The greenery dries and falls off. Fungicides help:
- copper sulfate;
- Oksikhom;
- Abiga Peak.
Septoria blight reduces yields
Another fungal infection is rust. It is expressed by orange pads on the back parts, yellowing of the front sides of the leaves. Fungicides are also needed for control.
Without treatment, rust affects the berries, which are no longer suitable for food.
Conclusion
Black currant Galinka is an unpretentious variety of domestic selection. It is resistant to frost and drought, tolerates heat well, and is not afraid of many diseases and pests. This variety has good yield, large berries for universal use. The main disadvantage is susceptibility to septoria.
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