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It is impossible to find people indifferent to raspberries. In order for large-fruited berries with a persistent aroma to grow on the plot, gardeners try to choose a successful variety. Raspberries “Peresvet”, due to its characteristics, are included in the line of the “Golden Collection of Caucasian Raspberries”.
The raspberry variety "Peresvet" was obtained by crossing the popular "Stolichnaya" and "Soldzh". For raspberry lovers, the most important property of the variety turned out to be the amazing unpretentiousness of the plant. To make the acquaintance complete, let’s take a closer look at the description of the Peresvet raspberry variety, photos of the plant and fruits, and reviews from gardeners.
Description of characteristics
It is important for a summer resident to know at what time he can get the desired raspberry harvest. The set of measures for caring for the plant, agricultural cultivation technology and the choice of neighboring varieties depend on this. Therefore, the description of the Peresvet raspberry variety should begin with the ripening period. “Peresvet” is a mid-late species that delights with ripe berries in the second ten days of July.
Information about the raspberry variety will help you form plantings correctly:
- Bush. Upright, tall (up to 2 m), but with a compact habit. It doesn’t take up much space, so you can select an area for growing raspberry varieties even in a small area. The Peresvet raspberry produces few shoots. They are distinguished by medium thorniness; the formed thorns on the trunk become significantly hardened.Annual shoots are reddish-brown and do not have a waxy coating. More than 12 fruiting branches are formed on each stem.
- Leaves. Large, slightly curled and wrinkled. The edges are jagged with a light lower plate.
- Flowers. They have a recognizable aroma. They are located on the same level as the pistils. Raspberries "Peresvet" have medium-sized flowers.
- Berries. Each raspberry is large, blunt-conical and elongated. The variety is difficult to confuse with other species if you have tried it at least once. Has a multi-faceted taste. A very recognizable combination of rich sweetness and slight sourness. During the period of full ripening, the berries of the variety become dark crimson in color, even with a hint of cherry, matte and almost without fibers. Varietal weight parameters are average. Without intensive feeding, raspberries grow up to 3 g each. If you devote enough time to feeding the raspberries, they gain weight up to 5.5 g. They are quite dense, do not crumble and are easily separated from the fruit at the moment of technical ripeness. The aroma of the variety is not pronounced, but very pleasant.
- Transportability the variety "Peresvet" has very good quality. This ability of Peresvet raspberries is provided by dense and elastic fruits.
- Sustainability. According to gardeners, raspberries of the Peresvet variety are characterized by resistance to diseases (anthracnose, purple spot, fungal infections), pests (raspberry mite), and low temperatures. Good winter hardiness allows the variety to be grown in the middle zone. In the southern regions, raspberries do not require bending down the vine for the winter.
- Productivity depends on compliance with agricultural technology requirements. If the crop is grown with minimal care, then from 1 sq. m harvest 3.0 - 4.0 kg of large berries.With more intensive care - up to 5 kg per 1 sq. m area.
These are the general parameters of the variety that gardeners pay attention to. Video for gardeners:
A detailed description of growing raspberries of the “Peresvet” variety in a garden plot will complement the missing nuances.
Advantages and disadvantages
When growing Peresvet raspberries, gardeners share their observations and write reviews about the variety. Based on these truthful reviews, the main advantages and disadvantages of the plant can be grouped. The advantages of the Peresvet variety of raspberries are:
- Drought resistance. Raspberries "Peresvet" do not require abundant watering. On hot days, the berries do not bake in the sun, remaining juicy. But the variety is zoned for the Central regions of the Russian Federation, so in other regions it is still worth taking into account the requirements of the crop.
- Unpretentiousness to food. Raspberry "Peresvet" is not considered an intensive crop, and the application of drugs in large quantities is not required. Of course, if you leave the plant without fertilizing, then you need to adequately hope for a harvest of large and juicy berries. It is important to remember that the raspberry variety does not require intensive feeding for normal fruiting, but the crop should not be left completely without nutrition.
- Yield indicator. Satisfies even demanding farmers. Additionally, this includes the ability of the raspberry variety to tolerate transportation well and maintain the extraordinary taste and quality of the fruit.
- Frost resistance. Significantly exceeds the standard performance of large-fruited raspberry varieties.
- Versatility of use. Peresvet raspberries can not only be eaten fresh, but also canned, dried, and frozen.
Among the disadvantages of the variety, only one is noted - extended fruiting.But, if this is not entirely suitable for farmers, then summer residents are happy. They like to feast on the fruits for as long as possible.
Landing
For the Peresvet raspberry variety, select an area with good lighting.
In this case, water and snow will not linger on the ridges, which will lead to drying out of the soil. It is better to plant a raspberry variety in the spring, and in the summer you can select healthy, powerful offspring for replanting.
The first stage is soil preparation. The soil is dug up with the simultaneous application of fertilizers (organic and mineral complexes). If raspberry seedlings are placed in one row along the border of the plot, then the furrow is located at a distance of 1.5 m from the neighbor’s territory.
Then you need a competent selection of Peresvet raspberry seedlings. The quality of planting material is very important for planting. There are certain requirements for it. If the raspberry seedling has an open root system, then the stems should be shortened and without foliage. With a closed root system, leaves and stems are allowed without shortening. It is important to carefully examine the planting material of the variety so as not to purchase raspberry seedlings with signs of disease, damage or the presence of pests. The length of the roots is at least 15 cm, the base of the shoot is 1 cm thick.
The planting scheme for raspberry seedlings of the Peresvet variety is maintained in the following sizes:
- between rows from 2 m to 2.5 m;
- between seedlings from 1 m to 1.7 m.
Farmers slightly compact the plantings and plant bushes at a distance of 0.7 - 1 m, leaving row spacing 2 m wide.
Plant plants in holes or furrows. Humus (a bucket), a complex of NPK mineral fertilizers (35 g) and wood ash (0.5 kg) are placed on one Peresvet bush.
When planting in autumn, add 1 square meter to the soil a month and a half in advance.m 25 kg of manure, 65 g of superphosphate and 50 g of potassium sulfate. In the future, organic matter may not be added for 3 years, but mineral nutrition for Peresvet raspberries is added every spring.
The seedling is lowered into the hole, the roots are straightened, covered with soil, compacted and watered. Immediately mulch with humus or sawdust. After 2 days, watering the raspberries is repeated.
Seasonal care
To increase the yield of Peresvet raspberries, it is better to grow the variety on a trellis. This will make it possible to provide the bush with sufficient lighting and ventilation, and normalize the amount of growth. Supports 2 m high with two rows of wire are suitable. This is enough to effectively arrange the plants.
Mulching. It is important to mulch in the spring, when the soil warms up. Mulch will protect against moisture loss and keep the soil structure loose.
Watering. According to gardeners, Peresvet raspberries do not respond to minor schedule violations. But to get a high yield, you need to water the plants regularly, taking into account the ambient temperature. It is imperative to carry out autumn watering at a rate of at least 20 liters of water per 1 square meter. m. It is recommended to do this before pruning and at the same time applying mineral fertilizers.
Feeding. Gardeners add nutrition monthly, especially during berry production. The organic matter that was added during planting lasts for 3 years. And mineral components are added annually three times per season - at the beginning of the growing season, and then when the raspberries bloom and form ovaries. In the spring, it is good to sprinkle urea on the ridges; when fruit formation begins, more potassium is needed. The berry will be dense and transportable.
Topping. It is used to enhance the branching of Peresvet raspberry bushes and is done in the first half of July.In the northern regions - no later than the last ten days of May.
Trimming. In the fall, when planting or transplanting raspberry bushes, they are shortened by 25 cm.
About the rules for pruning raspberries in the video:
Preparing for winter. Peresvet raspberries require shelter for the winter if the variety is grown in an area with a cold climate. To save plants from frost, just bend the shoots to the ground and cover them with snow. At the same time, it is important to ensure that the raspberries do not dry out in the spring. Therefore, you should not be late with the start of spring care activities.
Gardeners who grow Peresvet raspberries on their plots note that the characteristics fully correspond to the description of the variety and photos.
