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The very name of this raspberry variety makes you think about its characteristics. Unattainable in terms of yield, or in terms of the size of berries, or in terms of their beauty, or, perhaps, in terms of the entire set of characteristics? Reviews and photos of those who grew raspberries Inaccessible are often very contradictory and do not even coincide with the description of the variety given by the author himself. Perhaps this is due to the fact that the Inaccessible raspberry, like many remontant large-fruited varieties, has a large supply of unrealized opportunities and in different growing conditions it is able to show completely different results.
Description of the variety
Raspberry Inaccessible was bred in the late 80s of the last century by the famous scientist breeder V.V. Kichina at the All-Russian Institute of Selection and Technology of Horticulture and Nursery. Initially, raspberries were bred under the number R-34, sometimes this variety can also be found under the name Elita, although this name is generalized for many elite varieties of raspberries from the collection of V.V. Kichiny. Only after 1990, raspberries received their rightful name, according to one of the versions, in honor of their especially long fruiting period, which can last until the very first frosts, inclusive.
Raspberry picking can be done at short intervals, lasting 5-7 days, in total, this way, about 5-6 waves of fruiting are obtained in one season.
The bushes of the Inaccessible raspberry grow small, often reaching a height of only 1.0-1.2 meters. The maximum possible plant height obtained with a high level of agricultural technology is 1.5-1.6 meters.
Therefore, do not be alarmed if the seedlings of this raspberry variety seem small to you and will not surprise you with their power. Adult shoots are also quite stunted, but they are covered with berries almost along their entire length.
Annual shoots are also characterized by reduced internodes, practically without wax coating, small thorns are evenly distributed along the entire length of the shoots. When in a state of vegetative dormancy, they are distinguished by a yellow-brown color.
The raspberry bush is capable of forming about 6-7 replacement shoots and up to 10 root suckers, so you will not have any problems with its reproduction.
The foliage of the bush is medium, it grows up to 70 cm wide. Berries begin to appear and ripen, starting from the tops of the shoots. Last but not least, the berries ripen in the lower part of the bushes. The fruiting top is about one meter long and forms 2-4 orders of branching. Fruit branches are located along the entire length of the shoot and form small clusters.
In terms of yield, raspberry Inaccessible also claims to be one of the leaders, from one bush you can collect from 3 kg (on average) to 6 kg of berries (with intensive care) during the season.
As for resistance to diseases and adverse factors, here the opinions of gardeners are ambiguous. Pests and diseases are able to bypass the Unreachable side of raspberries if grown in an annual culture, cutting off all shoots for the winter and leaving the parasites no chance to hide and overwinter in a safe shelter. But raspberries do not tolerate extreme heat or heavy rains in the best way. In the first case, the bushes may temporarily stop developing, the berries bake and dry out.In the second case - to lose in taste.
But raspberry Inaccessible has high winter hardiness, there are reviews of its successful cultivation in regions with short, cold summers and severe, long winters.
Characteristics of berries
Raspberry Unreachable berries are worthy of their telling name.
- They have an elongated conical shape with a slightly flattened tip.
- The color of the berries is dark red, they have a characteristic shine.
- Raspberries are collected in a brush.
- Raspberry Inaccessible refers to large-fruited varieties - the mass of one berry is on average 4-6 grams, with proper care it reaches 10 grams. The berries are uniform and very attractive.
- In length, one berry can grow up to 4 cm.
- The pulp is juicy, the drupe is small, almost imperceptible to the taste.
- The aroma and taste of Inaccessible raspberries cannot but be liked - sweet, dessert taste with harmonious subtle sourness - the berries really melt in your mouth.
- But one cannot fail to mention a common drawback - the berry does not keep its shape very well and can fall apart. We will correct this deficiency with proper care and suitable development conditions.
- Due to this disadvantage, many people believe that raspberries of this variety do not tolerate storage and transportation well.
- Well, at home - for fresh food and any preparations for the winter - the berries of the Inaccessible raspberry are simply magnificent.
Advantages and disadvantages
Raspberry Inaccessible has both pros and cons in its care and what will be decisive for you depends only on you and your conditions.
Among the undoubted advantages are:
- Early harvesting dates, and in conjunction with extended fruiting, it makes it possible to harvest raspberries for almost two months.
- The compactness of the bushes makes it possible to use a compacted planting and increase the yield per square meter.
- Marketable appearance of berries and their high taste.
The disadvantages of raspberry Inaccessible are also available:
- Not very good heat tolerance, the need for shading in the southern regions.
- Seedlings can be prone to chlorosis if there is a lack of nutrition or poor lighting.
- Not too high adhesion of the berry and, as a result, low transportability.
- A large amount of overgrowth can be considered a disadvantage in some conditions, and as a virtue in others.
Features of growing and care
Raspberry Inaccessible is able to show its best side only with conscientious and attentive care. She is very partial to top dressing - even when laying a raspberry tree, it is better to fill the planting pits or trenches 1.5-2 times with a large amount of organic matter or mineral fertilizers. Do not forget about dressing and during the entire growing season. But you should not be zealous with nitrogen-containing fertilizers - it is better to use wood ash, superphosphate, as well as complex fertilizers with a predominant content of potassium and phosphorus and an obligatory set of trace elements.
You can use a tight fit. On average, between the bushes, when planting, they leave from 0.7 to 1.4 meters, depending on the width of the row spacing, which can be from 1.5 to 2 meters.
With spring normalizing pruning, about 6-7 shoots should be left per bush - this is the optimal amount for bountiful harvests.
At first, it seems that due to their compactness and relative short stature, the bushes do not require a garter. But it is still better to arrange a single-row trellis in order to improve the illumination of the bushes, streamline their content and make it easier for yourself to harvest.
During the season, regular and abundant watering is necessary, especially in areas with hot and arid climates.
Like all remontant raspberries, it is recommended to cut off all shoots at ground level before winter.This will make it possible to get one, but a luxurious harvest at a time when traditional raspberries are no longer in sight. If you want to grow raspberries Unattainable with the collection of two crops per season (summer and autumn), then the total result will still be less due to the shift in the timing of autumn fruiting in winter.
When planting seedlings in spring, if they have not yet had time to give a real harvest, it is recommended to tie them together for the winter, bend and cover them.
If frosts are already frequent in your area in September-October, it is better to throw spunbond or any other breathable covering material over the bushes of medium density raspberries to protect the last berries.
Gardeners reviews
Reviews of people who have grown raspberries Inaccessible are very ambiguous - many managed to find an approach to it and rejoice at its beauty and early and long-term yield. Others decided for themselves that for their conditions there are many other, no less attractive varieties of raspberries.
Conclusion
Raspberry Inaccessible - very interesting, first of all, for its terms of fruiting and the possibility of endless experimentation with the yield and taste of berries. She will definitely appreciate your attention to her and will thank her with juicy, tasty and beautiful berries.
