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Among the raspberry varieties that ripen first, a new favorite has recently appeared in terms of yield and taste characteristics - the Little Humpbacked Kone raspberry. At this time, the variety is only undergoing state testing. The seedlings will go on sale in 2020, but there is already an active discussion of this variety on the forums of gardeners and gardeners.
Description of the raspberry variety Konek-Gorbunok
The Little Humpbacked Horse belongs to the remontant raspberry crop. This means that the fruiting period continues until late autumn. A bountiful harvest can be harvested at least twice a year. The variety is characterized by the earliest ripening of fruits: berries appear already in mid-July. They have an oval shape, a very sweet taste and large size (the weight of one berry reaches 12 g).
The fruits of the raspberry variety Konek-Gorbunok are characterized by a rich scarlet color and shine. On the bush they ripen in clusters: several large berries hang on one cluster at once. In addition, they are very well preserved and can be used for long-term transportation.
The plant itself looks very compact. The bushes are not very tall (stretch up to 1 m). The leaves are slightly pubescent, dark green in color. The thorns are predominantly located in the lower part of the shoots. The upper and middle parts are not very studded. The variety has a high shoot substitution rate, which allows you to quickly grow raspberries in the garden.
An overview of the variety can be viewed at the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s4-6EtYeLb0.
Pros and cons of the Little Humpbacked Horse raspberry
The Little Humpbacked Horse is great both for growing raspberries “for yourself” and for production scale. The variety has a number of advantages:
- large and very tasty fruits that ripen faster than other representatives of this crop;
- Every year the level of raspberry productivity increases;
- the berries can easily withstand long-term transportation;
- raspberries reproduce easily and quickly, so you don’t have to spend money on a large number of seedlings;
- The Little Humpbacked Horse begins to bear fruit already in the first year after planting;
- The variety is relatively resistant to light frosts;
- the variety is quite unpretentious in terms of care;
As you can see, raspberries have a sufficient number of positive aspects. But, despite their large number, the bush also has a number of negative aspects:
- The humpbacked horse sends out many shoots, which in a short period of time can clog the entire area. It is necessary to constantly monitor the bush and the degree of its growth.
- It is necessary to monitor the pH level of the soil: if it is acidic, then the raspberries will not produce a large harvest.
Planting and caring for raspberries The Little Humpbacked Horse
Although the variety is considered quite unpretentious in terms of planting and care, the basic rules of the agricultural industry should not be neglected. Thanks to this approach, raspberry yields will be at a high level.
Selection and preparation of a landing site
The area for raspberries should be well lit. Therefore, an open area without shaded areas is suitable for growing the crop. The Little Humpbacked Horse loves loamy or sandy loam soil; clayey soil is less preferable. Before planting, the land is cultivated: weeds are cleared, biological fertilizers (humus), as well as potassium and superphosphate are added. Such actions help the raspberries to quickly take root and fully develop. Immediately before planting, the area is plowed and loosened.
Landing rules
One of the main points to consider when planting is the preparation of seedlings. It is necessary to ensure that their root system is well developed and the cut part of the stem does not exceed 30 cm.
The best time to plant raspberries is considered to be autumn (late September, early October). If you plant the Little Humpbacked Horse variety during this period, it will have enough time to take root and prepare for the cold. If it is not possible to plant in early autumn, it is better to postpone it until early spring.
When growing the Little Humpbacked Horse on an industrial scale, the interval between bushes should be 100 cm, and between rows 350 cm.When planting in a summer cottage, a distance of 60-100 cm between bushes and 100-150 cm between rows is sufficient.
The hole for the seedling should be of such depth and width that it will allow you to freely place the entire root system inside. In this case, the root collar itself is not deepened; it is left above the surface of the earth. Afterwards, the hole is covered with earth, compacted a little and moistened abundantly. It is also recommended to mulch the soil afterwards.
Watering and fertilizing
The first time after planting, raspberry bushes are watered abundantly: approximately every 3-5 days. As soon as the raspberries adapt to new conditions and take root, they need to be watered only during the period of flowering and fruit formation. The soil must be sufficiently saturated, so at least one bucket of water is required per bush.
Also, additional and abundant moisture is carried out in the fall. This procedure will prepare the Little Humpbacked Horse for the winter.
Raspberries should be fed in spring. It is recommended to use organic matter, for example, bird droppings or mullein. Mineral and nitrogen fertilizers are used only for old bushes. It is recommended to apply them in early summer. In the fall, so that the Little Humpbacked Horse does not become exhausted, you can feed him with a ready-made mixture. One option is Kemira fertilizer.
Trimming
Raspberries can be trimmed in several ways:
- Standard, like all other representatives of culture;
- completely remove all stems in the fall.
First option:
Second option:
If you choose the first option, then in the fall all two-year-old shoots, as well as young unformed shoots, are cut to the same length. The remaining branches remain. This pruning allows you to harvest twice: in summer and autumn.
With the second option, absolutely all shoots are removed in the fall.Next year's raspberries will yield a later harvest, but it will not differ in volume.
Preparing for winter
In preparation for winter, all unnecessary branches and pathogenic vegetation growing around the Little Humpbacked Horse are removed. Also, in order for the bush to be saturated with nutrients, it can be fertilized in the fall.
If the shoots were preserved when pruning the raspberries, they should be tilted to the ground and covered with non-woven material before the onset of cold weather. The top will need to be additionally insulated with pine needles or humus. If all the stems were removed, the soil in their growth area will need to be mulched.
Harvesting
The raspberry harvest usually begins in mid-July. This period continues into the autumn. On an industrial scale, the berries are harvested mechanically. At the dacha, all the fruits are picked by hand.
Reproduction
One of the ways to propagate raspberries is by cuttings. They obtain the necessary material in the process of pruning shrubs in autumn or spring. In order for the cutting to be ready for planting, it is buried in soil for the winter, wrapped in film in the spring and periodically moistened.
The second reproduction option is shoot replacement. In order to increase the number of raspberry bushes, it is enough to simply deliberately damage the roots with a shovel.
Diseases and pests
Raspberry Konek-Gorbunok is considered a variety that is quite resistant to diseases. However, under unfavorable conditions or for other reasons, it may be affected by the following diseases:
- Gray mold fungi. First, raspberry fruits are affected, then the plaque spreads to the foliage and stems. The growth of diseased bushes is observed during cold and damp weather.Important! The proximity to strawberries promotes the development of gray rot fungi in the Little Humpbacked Horse.
- Purple spot. A dangerous fungal disease that primarily affects weak plants. The shoots are hit first, then the buds, the tops of the leaves and the leaf blades themselves. Excess nitrogen in the soil can contribute to the development and occurrence of the disease.
- Raspberry anthracnose. Depressions and damaged areas form on the stem. Next, the disease affects the foliage of the Little Humpbacked Kone variety.
Among the pests, the most common are the stem fly and the raspberry gall midge, as well as the weevil, glass beetle, raspberry beetle and a number of others. It is better to prevent the appearance of insects than to fight them later.
Conclusion
Raspberry Little Humpbacked Horse will delight every gardener. The variety is just passing the stage of state testing, but already at this stage it has shown its best qualities. This means that its popularity among gardeners and gardeners will only increase every year.
