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Strawberries are the most common berry that can be found in almost every household plot. Thanks to the complex, long-term work of breeders, many varieties of this berry have appeared in recent decades, symbolizing the long-awaited, sunny summer. Gardeners most often choose strawberry varieties based on plant resistance to diseases and pests, the quantity and quality of the berry harvest, and the duration of fruiting. And among the variety of species presented on the market, the Garland strawberry stands out for its qualities, description of the variety, photos, reviews of which you will learn from this article.
Brief characteristics of the variety
The strawberry variety was developed by Russian breeder Galina Fedorovna Govorova. Professor at the Timiryazev Academy, Honored Doctor of Agricultural Sciences, she has been working all her life on developing new varieties of strawberries that are highly resistant to diseases, pests and special climatic conditions. Many varieties bred by Govorova have received well-deserved recognition among gardeners and have been successfully zoned in many regions of our country.
Strawberry Garland is one of more than 30 varieties of garden strawberries that have the genetic characteristic of bearing fruit almost until frost. As long as the sun is shining outside, the strawberry bushes bloom wildly and produce a generous harvest. For this reason, Garland belongs to the remontant varieties.
The secret of the popularity that this plant has gained lies in the description of the Garland variety of strawberries. And numerous reviews from gardeners who have appreciated the excellent qualities of the fruits only confirm these characteristics.
Varietal features
Garland's bushes are spherical, small in size, up to 20-25 cm in height, with medium foliage. The leaves are mostly medium in size, oval in shape, with serrated edges. The color of the leaf blades is bright green, with a bluish or bluish tint.
The mustache is green with a soft pink tint. The warp formation is moderate, which is one of the advantages of Garland.
The Garland strawberry bears fruit continuously from May almost until October. The bushes are constantly covered with flower stalks, developing ovaries and ripening berries. But it should be noted that for abundant fruiting it is necessary to follow the rules of agricultural technology. Particular attention should be paid to timely fertilizing, because with this type of fruiting the plant needs a lot of nutrients.
The originator of the variety, Govorova G.F., called this variety “climbing”, and she had good reason. The first whiskers appear on the bushes within a few weeks after planting the Garland strawberries.It is on these whiskers that rosettes are formed, which are soon covered with many peduncles.
For this reason, the Garland can also be used for decorative purposes. Bright green bushes covered with flowers and berries, growing in hanging pots, containers or flowerpots, attract attention and delight the eye. This variety is also suitable for growing in a vertical position.
Flowers of both sexes are present on the bushes at the same time, which is of great importance for pollination and timely formation of berries.
The berries of the Garland strawberry have a conical shape and are bright red in color. The weight of the fruit varies from 25 to 32 grams. The pulp is light pink, with a pronounced strawberry aroma. In terms of taste characteristics, the fruits received a very high rating - 4.1 points.
The yield of the remontant Garland strawberry, subject to the rules of agricultural technology, per season reaches up to 616 centners per 1 hectare, or up to 1-1.2 kg per 1 bush. The berries tolerate transportation well, maintaining excellent presentation and taste for a long time.
According to the variety description stated by the originator, Garlyanda strawberries have average resistance to frost and drought, but react poorly to waterlogged soil.
Advantages and disadvantages
When choosing plants that every summer resident would like to have on his site, advantages and disadvantages are of great importance. The advantages of Garland strawberries, judging by the description of the variety, are difficult to overestimate:
- ease of cultivation;
- moderate wart formation;
- long and abundant fruiting;
- high productivity;
- excellent transportability while maintaining presentation and taste.
Garland has only one drawback - strawberries are critical to waterlogging, which causes fungal diseases in the plant.
Reproduction methods
Strawberry Garland, according to the description of the variety and reviews from gardeners, reproduces well in three ways:
- mustache;
- dividing the bush;
- seeds.
In order to successfully grow strawberries and please your loved ones with delicious, aromatic berries, it is important to know in what way, at what time of year and how to properly cultivate this variety.
Planting strawberries with a mustache or dividing the mother bush can be done both in the spring and in the second half of August. Moreover, the first two methods of reproduction are the most common. Strawberry fruiting begins almost immediately after the rosettes take root.
When propagating by seeds, you will need a little more time and effort. In this case, it is important to follow a number of the following recommendations:
- pour a thin layer of drainage into the prepared containers and fill them 3/4 with soil;
- moisten the soil with a spray bottle and spread strawberry seeds over the surface;
- place the container in a dark, cool place for 1-1.5 months;
- after the allotted time has passed, take out the containers with seeds, lightly sprinkle with a thin layer of soil, irrigate with warm water and place on the windowsill for germination;
6 - The air temperature when germinating strawberry seeds should be +18˚С +22˚С. Plantings need to be watered 2-3 times a week.
After the strawberry seedlings grow up, they can be planted in separate containers or transplanted into open ground.
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How to choose the right planting material
The key to an abundant and high-quality harvest is always the correct choice of planting material. Before growing remontant strawberries Garland, pay attention to some nuances:
- the soil for growing strawberry seedlings must be loose and fertile, and also allow moisture to pass through well;
- strawberry bushes must be carefully sorted;
- Each seedling must have a well-formed rosette and 3-4 full leaves;
7 - the root system must be developed and formed;
- all seedlings must have a healthy, blooming appearance.
Strawberry seedlings that have a sickly appearance or a poorly developed root system will suffer for a long time after planting. And it makes no sense to expect a good harvest from such plants.
Preparing the soil and place for planting
Proper soil preparation when growing strawberries is an important component of the future harvest. Therefore, you need to approach this point with all care.
When growing strawberries in open ground, it is important to know that they grow well in almost any soil. The exceptions are loams and soils with a high peat content.
The place for the Garland should be sunny and open. It is not advisable to plant strawberries in areas with close groundwater or where rain and melt water stagnate.
The area chosen for planting must be dug up in advance and thoroughly to a depth of at least 25-30 cm. Before this, add to the soil:
- if the soils are acidified - wood ash in the amount of 0.5 buckets per 1 m²;
- if the soil is heavy - 3-4 kg of sand per 1 m²;
- if the soil is poor - humus or humus in the amount of 5-7 kg per 1 m².
Dig up the area and leave for 1.5-2 weeks for the soil to shrink. When growing Garland strawberries, it is advisable to raise the beds by 30-40 cm.
When and how to plant correctly
You can start planting strawberries in the spring in the central regions and Moscow region as early as late April - early May. In the south of Russia, the recommended dates come 2-3 weeks earlier. But in the Urals or Siberia, you should not plant strawberries in open ground before mid-May.
If you choose autumn for planting, then the ideal period is from the second half of August to the end of September. This will give the strawberry bushes enough time to take root and prepare for winter.
Strawberries Garland should be planted early in the morning or after 17.00. For better rooting, it is advisable that the weather is not too hot. In this case, you will not have to shade the plantings.
In general, the rules for planting Garlands are practically no different from the rules for planting strawberries of other varieties. The recommended planting pattern is 30 X 30 cm.
The planting holes should be spacious so that the root system can be located in it freely. At the bottom of the hole, make a small mound on which to carefully place the strawberry roots. Fill the voids with soil. Lightly compact the soil at the base of the bush.
Water the plantings generously with warm water.In the next few days, if the weather is hot outside, take care of shading the strawberry bushes.
When growing Garland strawberries, no special skills or abilities are required, and even a novice gardener can cope with this task.
Growing and subsequent care
Strawberry Garland, judging by the description of the variety, photos and reviews, is unpretentious in cultivation. Subsequent care of the beds will require minimal costs and consists of performing standard procedures for every summer resident:
- timely watering;
- regular feeding;
- loosening;
- preventive treatment against diseases and insects;
- weeding.
Strawberries should be watered as the soil dries. Plantings do not require abundant watering. In this matter, it is important not to overdo it, since excessively wet soil is the first cause of fungal diseases.
Fertilizers should be treated with extreme caution. Organic fertilizers, such as humus or humus, can be fed to strawberries no more than once a month. Fertilize the plantings with herbal infusions or a liquid solution of mullein 2 times a month.
You can fertilize Garland strawberries with mineral fertilizers 2-3 times a month. Before the first flower stalks appear, feed the plantings with nitrogen-based solutions, but during the fruiting period you should give preference to compounds based on potassium and phosphorus.
Thanks to regular loosening, you will ensure sufficient air access to the root system, which will have a positive effect on the growth and fruiting of strawberries.
Timely weeding will help protect strawberries from insect invasion and prevent the occurrence and spread of fungal diseases.Moreover, in clean beds the strawberry yield increases significantly.
Description of remontant strawberries The garland and agricultural cultivation technology indicate the ease of propagation of the variety, high yield, excellent taste of the fruit and ease of care.
Area of application of fruits
Fragrant and tasty strawberries of the Garland variety can be enjoyed not only fresh. Diligent housewives will always find a place to use fresh berries just picked from the garden.
In addition to traditional strawberry jam, you can prepare:
- juices, compotes, fruit drinks, smoothies;
- yoghurts and milk drinks with added berries;
- jams, confitures;
- dumplings with strawberries;
- pies and pies.
In addition to common dishes, Garland strawberries can be frozen whole or chopped. Drying is another way to preserve and prepare the harvest for the winter.
Conclusion
According to the description, reviews and photos, strawberries of the Garland variety are worthy of taking a place in the beds of almost every household plot. Stable fruiting throughout the season, high appreciation of the taste of the fruit, unpretentiousness in cultivation, wide range of application - these are just some of the advantages of this variety, which may help you make a choice in favor of Garland strawberries.
Hello, I want to share my impressions. It’s not just good, but super. Everything that is written in the description is 100% true. Tasty, beautiful, aromatic, juicy, tender and fruitful. Summer may be so hot, but we’ll see. I recommend it. I also forgot one thing - she has practically no mustache and there is little foliage on the bushes, but there is a lot of ovary. Thanks to Galina Fedorovna Govorova for her developments.