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The summer pear variety, created by one of the American breeders in the 19th century, quickly gained wide popularity around the world. The culture was named after its creator - Klapp's Favorite. Description of the variety, photos indicate its excellent nutritional qualities.
Tests of the variety, carried out in the Soviet Union in the middle of the last century, showed it from the best side. Pear Lyubimitsa Klappa began to be cultivated in such regions as the Kaliningrad region, the North Caucasus, the western republics of the USSR, the Baltic and Central Asian republics.
Variety characteristics
Photos and descriptions of the Lyubimitsa Klapp pear show that the variety belongs to a medium-sized type of fruit trees and is convenient for growing both on personal plots and on large farms. The maximum height of trees of the Lyubimitsa Klappa variety is 4 m. In the first years after planting, the seedlings grow well, forming a pyramidal crown. Further growth slows down. The tree is capable of bearing fruit, on average, up to 50+ years. Among the advantages of the Favoritka Klapp variety are:
- unpretentiousness in relation to the soil, but on fertile lands, nevertheless, pears of the Lyubimitsa Klappa variety begin to bear fruit earlier;
- high yield during the life period - depending on the region, the Favoritka Klappa variety gives from 180 to 300 centners per hectare;
- excellent winter hardiness - a pear can withstand frosts down to -30 degrees, which allows it to be cultivated in the Moscow region;
- high drought resistance.
Today, more than 20 new varieties have been bred on the basis of the Lyubimitsa Klapp pear. Since a pear belongs to the Pink Family, like a quince, it is best to plant it on a quince. It should be noted that there are some disadvantages of the Lyubimitsa Klappa variety, which do not at all reduce its value:
- susceptibility to certain diseases;
- the height of the tree and the spreading of the crown, which make it difficult to care for it;
- self-fertility of the Favoritka Klappa variety, for pollination of which other varieties, both summer and winter, are used;
- short shelf life of fruits.
Growing up, the branches of the beautiful Klappa pear begin to hang down, forming a more round crown. An adult tree is characterized by:
- smooth, brown shade, bark on the trunk with slightly noticeable peeling;
- the branches of the Lyubimitsa Klappa variety are brown with a light purple bloom and many lentils - small tubercles that serve for gas exchange;
- bright green leaves of a pear with thin light petioles have an oval shape, which tapers at the end, forming a pointed tip;
- the surface of the leaf is glossy, without traces of pubescence.
Description of fruits
During flowering, the pear, Favorite Klappa, as seen in the photo, throws out inflorescences of large snow-white flowers. Due to the later flowering period, they are not afraid of frost. The ovaries are distinguished by an unusual dark red color. They give large fragrant fruits, the weight of which in young trees of the Lyubimitsa Klappa variety can reach a quarter of a kilogram each, however, with the aging of the tree, the weight decreases. Among their main characteristics are the following:
- the ripening time of pears depends on the climatic features of the area - in the southern regions the harvest can be harvested already at the end of July, in the mountains or more northern regions, the dates for harvesting the Favoritka Klappa variety are shifted by a week or two;
- unripe fruits are distinguished by a yellow-green color, which, as it ripens, changes to yellow with a bright red blush on the sides;
- under the thin glossy skin there is a juicy, light pulp with an excellent wine-sweet taste;
- ripe pears of the Lyubimitsa Klappa variety fall off quickly, so it is advisable to collect them a little unripe;
- fruits of this variety do not differ in long-term keeping quality, they must be eaten immediately or prepared;
- pear Favorite Klappa gives a great taste in jams, compotes, in combination with other fruits and berries - apples, quince, cranberries;
- Dried pear also has excellent taste.
Planting pears
When planting seedlings of the Lyubimitsa Klappa variety, some features must be taken into account:
- in the middle lane, a pear can be planted at any time - in autumn or spring;
- for the southern regions, autumn planting is preferable, since in the conditions of a warm long autumn, the seedlings will have time to adapt before the onset of frost;
- in northern regions with cold autumn, it is better to choose spring for planting;
- it is recommended to plant 3-4 pears from other varieties as pollinators for pears, Favorite Klapp;
- when choosing a site for planting, you need to abandon saline or clay types of soils;
- you must also take care of the absence of a stony layer in the soil, which can damage the root system of the tree;
- groundwater should not rise above 3 m to the surface;
- in shaded areas, the yield of pears, Favorite Klappa, falls, so the planting site should be well lit - the sugar content in the fruits depends on the intensity of sunlight;
- icy gusty winds can cause significant damage to the tree.
Selection of seedlings and preparation of holes
Planting material of the Favoritka Klappa variety is best purchased in the nursery, carefully examining the selected seedlings:
- trees over 2 years old are characterized by poor survival rate;
- Klappa pear seedlings should have a developed root system without any growths, spots, damage;
- young shoots should be flexible and durable;
- the diameter of the stem should not be less than 1 cm.
The holes for the seedlings Klapp's favorites are prepared in advance:
- for autumn planting, they need to be dug out in a month, and for spring planting, it is better to prepare them in the fall;
- the diameter and depth should be at least 0.8 m, and if the seedlings have a branched root system, then the size may be larger;
- at the bottom of the hole, fertile soil is laid out, which is prepared from garden soil mixed with sand, humus, wood ash and fertilizers;
- if there is too much sand in the soil, you need to strengthen it with clay and garden soil so that the pear planting is strong.
Recommendations for planting seedlings
For the correct planting of pears, Favorite Klappa, description, photos and reviews advise:
- set the seedling in the center of the finished hole, on a mound of fertile soil and straighten the roots;
- the root collar should protrude 5 cm above the ground; the tree should be turned south by the side with fewer branches;
- a stake for a garter is placed 15-20 cm from the stem;
- evenly cover the tree with a previously prepared fertile soil;
- after that they tie it to the support;
- the soil is compacted;
- at a distance of 0.4 m from the stem of the pears, they slightly deepen the earth and carry out the first watering of the Favorite Klapp - 3 buckets of water;
- then the trunk space of the pear should be mulched with humus, straw or manure;
- for several weeks after planting, it is necessary to monitor the likelihood of subsidence of the earth, if necessary, pouring soil under the base of the trunk, otherwise the tree may die.
Often, gardeners do not attach much importance to mulching. But mulch has important functions:
- it retains moisture, protecting the roots from drying out;
- protects them from frost in winter;
- it is an excellent source of nutrients that are distributed evenly to the roots.
Further care
As the gardeners' reviews testify, the full development and consistently high yields of pears, Lyubimitsa Klapp, will depend on competent agricultural technology.
Organization of watering
Watering pears Favorite Klapp is done by sprinkling. If there is no opportunity for sprinkling, grooves are prepared around the trunk. Watering rate - 2 buckets per tree, increase the frequency of watering in dry seasons. After sprinkling, the trunk circle is loosened, providing the roots with air access. However, you should not do too deep loosening so as not to damage the roots of the pear. Then remove weeds and mulched with green manure or compost. It is good to plant honey plants such as mustard or buckwheat between pear trees, you can sow lawn grass. An adult tree is recommended to be watered three times per season:
- during the flowering period;
- during fetal development;
- during the ripening period.
Pruning pear
Pear Favorite Klapp, as recommended by the description of the variety and reviews, requires timely pruning, otherwise:
- the tree will grow, shading the area and making it difficult to care for;
- yield will decrease;
- excessive thickening of the crown will create a favorable environment for numerous pests.
Since the tree receives significant stress from pruning, it should be carried out during periods when the pear is at rest and there is no sap flow. The procedure begins from the second year, at the same time forming a strong crown, which is especially important when the branches of the Lyubimitsa Klappa variety are fragile. Pruning is carried out according to the following scheme:
- to stimulate new shoots, the top of an annual seedling is cut off;
- in the second year, three tiers of shoots are formed, choosing those of them that are located at an angle of 45 degrees to the trunk;
- the central shoot of the pear Favorite Klappa must be cut at a level of 20 cm from the lateral upper branch;
- when removing unnecessary branches, you do not need to cut them too deeply or leave a stump on the trunk - such cuts are difficult to overgrow;
- further, shoots growing inside the crown or parallel to the trunk, as well as dry or damaged branches, are cut off;
- all sections must be lubricated with garden var.
Top dressing
Pear Favorite Klappa is sensitive to fertilizing, only you need to carry them out in a timely manner. In the first 4 years, a 5-centimeter layer of mulch in a near-trunk circle with a diameter of up to 1.0-1.2 m is sufficient for trees. When mulching, the base of the trunk must be left clean so that it does not undermine. In the future, the space for mulching the Klapp pear should be gradually expanded, and organic matter should be introduced along with the autumn digging. At the same time, potash and phosphorus fertilizers are applied in the fall. Nitrogen compounds are useful in early spring before flowering and in summer during the formation of ovaries on the pear.
Pest control
Description of the pear variety Lyubimitsa Klappa testifies to its susceptibility to scab. However, it can also be affected by other diseases, for example, fruit rot or powdery mildew, fungal pathologies. If signs of disease have already appeared on the leaves of the Klapp pear, all diseased parts must be removed and burned. But the best way to combat diseases of fruit trees is preventive spraying. In early spring, you need to process the pear with Bordeaux liquid and repeat it 2-3 times more during the season. An effective remedy for powdery mildew is a soap solution of dry mustard. It is useful to treat trees with a solution of copper sulfate or colloidal sulfur.
There are many drugs available for pest control. Many gardeners also use glue traps, they clean the tree-trunk circles of pears from plant debris in time.
Preparing for winter
To protect the tree in winter from gusty winds, sudden temperature changes, the description of the pear, Favorite Klappa, advises to prepare it for adverse influences:
- the area around the trunk should be cleaned of plant debris, weeds;
- it is good to water the tree, then dig up the trunk circle and mulch it with manure, fallen leaves, straw;
- the trunk must be cleaned of dried bark and moss;
- whitewash the trunk of the pear and the bases of the skeletal branches with a solution of copper sulfate with lime and clay;
- It is good to insulate young seedlings of Klapp pears with burlap or other material.
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Conclusion
Pear Lubimitsa Klappa is an old, tried and tested variety that is still popular today due to its excellent taste and undemanding care. With the implementation of the proposed recommendations, the pear will delight with a harvest of fragrant and juicy fruits for many years.
