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Description of the apricot variety Son of Krasnoshchekiy should begin with the history of the emergence of this culture. Today it is hard to imagine a garden without this fruit tree. Apricot is very popular in our country and abroad. Therefore, breeders spend all their resources to create new varieties that are most suitable for different Russian climates.
Breeding history
Apricot varieties Krasnoschekiy appeared through the efforts of Crimean breeders in 1949. Its origin is not exactly known, but it has been established that the parents of the unique fruit tree were Asian varieties, many of which are characterized by a blush on a bright yellow skin.
A distinctive feature of the Son Krasnoshcheky variety is the ruddy peel of the fruit
From this variety, species that are no less attractive in many respects were bred under the names: Son of Krasnoshchekiy, Krasnoshekiy late, Krasnoshekiy Nikitskiy. Hybrids Endurable, Snegirek, Russian are considered very popular. They belong to frost-resistant species and are conventionally grouped under the name Red Apricot.
The son of Krasnoshchekiy inherited the main positive species characteristics from the first parent, the second is considered the apricot variety Golden Summer. The fruit crop was appreciated by gardeners at its true worth and in 1974 it was entered in the State Register of Fruit Plants. The culture is recommended for cultivation in the Volga region, other regions of Russia, including the Moscow region.
Description of the variety
This huge fruit plant is familiar to many from early childhood. The trunk of the tree reaches a height of 12 m, the crown is dense, elliptical, rather spreading. Very long branches require timely pruning. The tree has a long life span - up to 60 years and more. The leaf plates are rounded, the pointed end is slightly turned to the side. The bark is brown, prone to cracking.
Young shoots are curved and colored red. Vegetative buds are very small - up to 3 mm, can be compressed or removed from the trunk. Generative buds do not differ in size from vegetative ones, but are more pointed in shape. They are located on annual shoots and short branches. The petiole is rather long - 20-40 mm, of medium thickness. Flowers reach 30 mm in diameter, have a pure white tint.
The fruits of the Son Krasnoshchekogo variety are especially attractive. They are ruddy, oval in shape, have a longitudinal scar that runs from the base. The skin is dense, velvety. The pulp is very juicy, yellow-orange in color with a characteristic aroma. Taste qualities are high - the fruit is sweet with a slight sourness. Weight - about 60 g. A distinctive feature of the variety is a large bone, which is easily separated from the pulp, very sweet in taste.
Characteristics
Apricot varieties Son Krasnoshchekogo has long been popular in Russia. Gardeners highly appreciated its yield, fruiting, taste and marketability of fruits. The influence of frost on culture, as well as its advantages and disadvantages, has been well studied.
Drought tolerance
Apricot Son of Red-cheeked has a dense crown, so it will require timely pruning
The Son of Krasnoshchekiy variety easily tolerates drought, however, the irrigation regime should be observed, otherwise it may negatively affect the harvest. The tree itself will not suffer in this case. In addition, it is important to water the crop in a timely manner in the first years after planting, until the tree has grown stronger, as well as during the formation of ovaries.
Winter hardiness of apricot Son of the Red-cheeked
The winter hardiness of the culture is good, especially for trees growing in the south of the Black Earth Region. It was noted that severe frosts did not have a detrimental effect on the apricot. Flower buds are hard to survive frost, but this applies to sudden temperature jumps. With an even decrease to critical values, the crop yield becomes average. Experienced gardeners recommend using additional methods of covering the plant if the temperature in the growing region is unstable and drops to -20 ° C and below. It was revealed that spring frosts have practically no effect on the culture.
Do I need apricot pollinator Son of the Red-cheeked
The variety is self-fertile, therefore, it does not require special planting of pollinating plants. The culture of this variety itself is capable of becoming a pollinator for many apricots, which have the same flowering time.
When the apricot begins to bloom Son of the Red-cheeked
The flowering phase begins in late April or early May in central Russia. This period largely depends on weather conditions. Abundant flowering, large buds, white color. After this period, a green mass appears on the crown of the tree.
Ripening terms
According to the botanical description, the apricot variety Son of the Red-cheeked (pictured) belongs to medium-ripening crops. The first fruits can be harvested in mid-July. It is noteworthy that during the period of a bountiful harvest, the fruits are removed gradually, in 2-3 stages as they ripen. It should be removed in time, until the apricot crumbles.
Productivity, fruiting
The first harvest of the Son Krasnoshchekiy variety is harvested 4-5 years after planting the seedling in the ground. The average yield for a young fruit tree is about 30 kg. Further, it decreases every year. It should be noted that the yield changes from year to year. This is due to the fact that flower buds tolerate the winter period differently, depending on whether there were significant temperature changes or not.
Scope of the fruit
Apricot fruits of this variety retain their structure and color after heat treatment.
The son of Krasnoshcheky is a versatile apricot variety. It is equally good in home preservation - in compotes, preserves, jams, as well as pies, dried. In the process of heat treatment, the fruits retain their color and structure, therefore they look quite appetizing.
Advantages and disadvantages
Like any other fruit crop, the apricot variety Son of Krasnoshchekiy has pros and cons. The obvious advantages of the variety include the following:
- high productivity;
- self-fertility;
- resistance to adverse weather conditions;
- high palatability of fruits;
- does not require special growing conditions.
Of the minuses of this variety, gardeners noted the need to take timely care of the crown of the tree, pruning, as well as the sensitivity of the apricot to spring frosts.
Landing features
Every gardener, planning to plant an apricot on his site, must take into account that this culture is southern. Therefore, her preferences should be taken into account, despite the fact that the breeders instilled unpretentiousness in the Son of the Red-cheeked variety.The first thing to take care of is the choice of location for the apricot and the recommended planting dates.
Recommended timing
In most of Russia, apricots are planted in the spring. Observing this condition, the culture manages to form a strong root system by autumn and undergoes full adaptation. Further, the apricot easily tolerates winter and frosts.
Choosing the right place
For full growth and development, the ripening of the apricot fruit will require a lot of sunlight. Gardeners need to make sure that the place is at a certain elevation, located in the south, west of the site. Lowlands should be excluded, otherwise excess moisture will destroy the root system, and then the entire apricot. It is good if there is a wall of a house or a fence next to the tree. This will protect the culture from unwanted drafts. Failure to comply with these conditions gradually decreases the quality of fruits and productivity.
What crops can and cannot be planted next to an apricot
Apricot does not tolerate close proximity to other crops
Since the crown of the apricot variety Son Krasnoshchekogo is quite sprawling, when planting other fruit trees nearby, an interval of 5 m must be observed. Of the flowers near the apricot, bulbous ones will feel good - daffodils, tulips, crocuses, hyacinths. They bloom at a time when the tree has not yet been covered with green mass.
It is a very bad idea to place vegetable crops under the apricot. Nothing good will come of such a neighborhood. It is not recommended to plant shrubs, since the apricot crown will not let in enough light, which is needed for currants, raspberries, gooseberries. Therefore, the only option for a harmonious neighborhood is lawn grass.
Selection and preparation of planting material
It has been noticed that two-year-old apricot seedlings take root most successfully in the ground. As a rule, they are no more than 70 cm high. The bark should be smooth and elastic. The presence of 2-3 kidneys is required. The root system of the plant should be free from visible damage and signs of mold. It is important to check the vaccination site. Otherwise, there is a high probability that the seedling is grown from a seed. Such specimens rarely inherit the varietal characteristics of their parents.
Landing algorithm
The landing algorithm is simple and looks like this:
- After purchasing a seedling, you should soak its roots for a day in a biostimulant solution, then cut off dry and black areas.
- At the bottom of the hole, make a small mound of soil and drive in a wooden peg to support the seedling from the winds.
- The seedling is placed in the hole, carefully distributing the roots. Falling asleep with soil, you need to make sure that the root collar remains on the surface by 5-7 cm.
- Compact the soil well and water the seedling abundantly with water at room temperature.
- Tie the plant to the support.
It is important to protect the apricot seedling from direct sunlight for several weeks.
Follow-up care of the culture
Apricot variety Son of Krasnoshchekiy belongs to unpretentious crops. However, he needs basic care. Like all plants, the apricot needs timely watering, crown pruning, top dressing, and loosening of the soil in the trunk circle. Preparation for the winter period is no less important, despite the culture's resistance to frost.
Diseases and pests
Prevention will help to avoid diseases afflicting apricots
Breeders have endowed the Son of Krasnoshchekiy variety with high immunity. Therefore, with proper care and maintenance, the tree will not suffer from diseases or pests. In addition, preventive measures and attentive attitude will help to save the fruit plant.
Conclusion
The description of the apricot variety Son of Krasnoshchekiy shows the undoubted advantages of the culture that were grafted by breeders.They have achieved the endurance of the fruit tree in adverse weather conditions, resistance to diseases and pests. An important advantage of the variety is that during heat treatment, the fruits retain their shape, bright color and taste.
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