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Krasnoslavyansky gooseberry, description, photos and reviews, which will be presented in the article, is a relatively young variety. But the popularity of the plant is growing every year due to its unique qualities.
History of variety development
The Krasnoslavyansky gooseberry variety was bred by Russian breeders at the fruit and vegetable experimental station in Leningrad. To obtain a new plant, the varieties Avenarius and Oregon were used. The authorship belongs to the breeders I. S. Studenskaya and O. A. Medvedeva.
Since 1992, the Krasnoslavyansky gooseberry has been included in the State Register of the Russian Federation in the European regions of Russia, but over time the geography of its cultivation has expanded significantly.
Description of the bush and berries
Bush gooseberry varieties Krasnoslavyansky is of medium height and slightly spreading (as in the photo below). The height of the gooseberry is about 150 cm. The stems are medium thick, erect. Their colors are not the same: the bottom is light brown, the rest of the shoot is green. There are sharp and thick thorns along the entire length of the stem. The Krasnoslavyansky variety has small brown buds with sharp tips.
The emerald green leaf blades are located at an angle to the shoot.The leaves are round, dull or with a slight sheen. The upper part is smooth, the lower part is pubescent. Leaf wrinkling is mild. Gooseberries of the Krasnoslavyansky variety bloom with yellowish flowers in the shape of bells. Brushes with one or two colors.
The berries are large, round or slightly elongated. There is dense pubescence over the entire surface. Berries weighing up to 6 grams. When ripe, the fruits of the Krasnoslavyansky gooseberry variety are red in color with a pronounced gooseberry aroma. The berries of the Krasnoslavyansky gooseberry variety taste sweet with tender and juicy pulp. The skin is thin. Each berry contains about 45 seeds.
Short description:
Life form | Bush |
Height | up to 150 cm |
Crown | slightly spreading |
Fruit | round or slightly elongated |
Weight | up to 6 g |
Taste | sweet and sour, dessert |
Productivity | about 6 kg |
Maturation period | average ripening period |
Shatterability | strong in ripe berries |
Winter hardiness | high |
Advantages and disadvantages
Each varietal plant has advantages and disadvantages that gardeners pay attention to when choosing a variety. This is what the Krasnoslavyansky gooseberry variety is.
Advantages | Flaws |
Excellent taste and visual appeal of berries | Sharp thorns make harvesting difficult |
High yield | Ripe berries do not stay on the cuttings and quickly fall off |
Mid-late ripening | Average incidence of fungal diseases |
Unpretentiousness of gooseberries |
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Transportation does not affect the presentation of the berries |
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Ripe berries will keep for a week in the refrigerator. |
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Characteristics
Productivity | On average, with good care, the bush produces up to 6 kg of berries. |
Drought resistance and winter hardiness | In the absence of rain, if moisture-recharging irrigation was done in the spring, the gooseberry can survive a short-term drought. It tolerates temperatures of -37 degrees without difficulty. |
Resistance to diseases and pests | The variety is resistant to many diseases and pests, in particular powdery mildew. |
Maturation period | Fruit ripening is uniform, ripening in July-August. A plant with high self-fertility, fruiting begins two years after planting the bush. A bountiful harvest is harvested in the eighth year of cultivation. To prolong fruiting, the bushes must be rejuvenated by pruning. |
Transportability | Despite the thin and delicate peel, the berries can withstand long-term transportation and do not lose their presentation. The main thing is not to put fruit in the boxes in a thick layer. |
Description of Krasnoslavyansky gooseberry:
Growing conditions
Gooseberry variety Krasnoslavyansky, like its relatives, belongs to heat-loving crops. Therefore, to grow it, choose a well-lit, draft-free area. The plant does not tolerate shading: the shoots lengthen, and the berries become small and do not color evenly.
Groundwater should not be higher than 1.2 meters. Gooseberries grow well on slopes or on flat areas. It is best to grow Krasnoslavyansky variety bushes near fences.
Landing Features
Gooseberry bushes of any variety are planted on cleared weed area with nutritious soil. Planting can be done in spring or autumn. Experienced gardeners prefer autumn work.Plants are planted in September and early October, depending on the growing region, taking into account climatic conditions.
It is better to purchase gooseberry seedlings of the Krasnoslavyansky variety in nurseries or in stores. In this case, you can be confident in the quality and reliability of the planting material. Annual or biennial plants, both with open roots and in seedling containers, are suitable for planting.
Seedlings of the Krasnoslavyansky variety should not show signs of disease or the presence of pests. Preference is given to plants with smooth bark and a well-developed root system.
The depth of the hole when planting gooseberries is 60 cm, the diameter is 10 cm. Since the plant will have to spend at least 14 years in one place, the planting site must be well filled. First, drainage from stones, small logs, currants and branches is laid at the bottom. Then half of it is covered with fertile soil. To compile it you will need:
- top layer of earth;
- humus - 2 buckets;
- peat or compost - 1 bucket;
- superphosphate – 200 g;
- wood ash - 250 g, this component can be replaced with 30 g of potassium sulfate.
All ingredients are thoroughly mixed. 2-3 buckets of water are poured into each hole.
Before planting, seedlings of the Krasnoslavyansky variety with an open system are soaked in water for an hour, then the roots are dipped in a clay mash.
In the center of the hole, the soil is raked to form a mound, a seedling is placed and the roots are straightened. Sprinkle with the remaining soil, trample down the ground around the bush, as in the photo below, to get rid of air pockets. The soil is mulched with straw, sawdust or humus.
Rules of care
Further care for gooseberries of the Krasnoslavyansky variety does not present any particular difficulties, except that there are some nuances.
Support
Since the shoots of this gooseberry variety grow upward and to the sides, a bountiful harvest can bend them to the ground. To preserve the berries and your own peace of mind, you can make supports around the bushes. In addition, they will make it easier to pick berries.
Top dressing
Gooseberries of the Krasnoslavyansky variety need high-quality feeding. It is carried out three times during the growing season; it is advisable to combine fertilizing with watering:
- In early spring, dry fertilizers containing nitrogen are scattered directly onto the snow. They will fall into the soil with melted snow. At the same time, rotted manure (10 kg per plant), superphosphate (80 g), saltpeter (20 g), and potassium chloride (20 g) are poured under the gooseberry bushes.
- During flowering, gooseberries of the Krasnoslavyansky variety will require potassium-phosphorus fertilizers. If shoot growth is weak, the bushes must be fed with nitrogen.
- Before wintering, the plants are fed with potassium-phosphorus fertilizers so that the gooseberries feel comfortable in the winter and have time to form flower buds.
In addition to fertilizing, plants need watering, especially at the time of filling the berries.
Bush pruning
In order for the Krasnoslavyansky gooseberry variety to please you with its harvest for many years, it needs to be properly formed and autumn pruning carried out in a timely manner:
- 1 year. The shoots are cut out by a third, leaving 4-5 buds. Only 3-4 strong branches growing upward are left in the bush.
- 2nd year Young shoots are shortened in the same way as in the first year, leaving 6-8 basal shoots.
- 3rd year. From 10 to 17 shoots are left on the plant, which are pruned in the same way.
- 5-7 years.There are up to 20 shoots in the bush. You need to cut out all branches that are more than 5-7 years old. Each shoot is cut back by a third.
During sanitary pruning of gooseberries, the Krasnoslavyansky variety is cut out annually: diseased and damaged shoots growing inside the bush. To rejuvenate gooseberries of the Krasnoslavyansky variety, cut out all shoots 15 cm from the surface to obtain new growth.
Reproduction
You can get new seedlings from your gooseberry bushes in different ways:
- dividing the bush;
- layering;
- lignified cuttings;
- green cuttings.
The varietal properties of gooseberries are completely preserved with these methods of propagation.
Preparing for winter
In autumn, moisture-recharging watering of gooseberry bushes of the Krasnoslavyansky variety is carried out. Up to 6 buckets are poured under each plant, depending on weather conditions. Add mulch on top.
After pruning, remove all twigs and dry leaves and burn them. The bushes are treated with Bordeaux mixture and the surface with potassium permanganate. Gooseberries must be fed.
Pest and disease control
Despite the resistance of the Krasnoslavyansky gooseberry variety to many diseases and pests, plants can still suffer from them. After all, less resistant varieties may be nearby. The main pests, diseases and control measures are listed in the table.
Pests and diseases | Signs | Control measures | Prevention |
Ognevka (pictured below) | Damaged berries are entangled in cobwebs and dry out. | Treatment of bushes with iron sulfate during the formation of buds. After flowering, spray with Metaphos solution. | Loosen the soil, cover with a thick layer of compost, then remove it. |
Aphid | Young leaves are curled, deformed, and dry out over time. | In early spring, spray with Nitrafen, when buds open, with Karbofos. | Avoid dense plantings. |
Moth | The larvae damage the leaves, leaving only petioles. | Before the buds appear, treatment with Karbofos. After flowering Actellik. | Observe the specifics of agricultural technology. |
American powdery mildew | A white coating appears on leaves, shoots and berries. Subsequently, the shoots die off. | Spraying with iron sulfate in early spring. Then Topaz. | Do not abuse nitrogen-containing fertilizers, follow agrotechnical standards. |
White spot | The leaves have gray spots with a dark brown border. The berries are also damaged. Leaves and fruits dry out and fall off. | Early in the spring, before the buds bloom, treat the bushes and soil with Nitrafen solution. Repeat processing after removing berries. | Do not leave dry leaves under the bushes; thin out the gooseberries in a timely manner. |
Anthracnose | Leaf blades with dark brown spots curl along the edges. | Treatment of plantings in early spring with Bordeaux mixture. | Monitor the condition of the site and soil, water moderately. |
Conclusion
Gooseberries of the Krasnoslavyansky variety are considered one of the best for harvesting. It is collected unripe to preserve ascorbic acid. This is what a person needs to strengthen the immune system in winter.
