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The Dubovsky pink grape is a young variety, but already enjoys well-deserved popularity among Russian gardeners. They appreciate it for its excellent taste, high yield and unpretentious care.
The grapes were created by a Russian amateur breeder from the small village of Dubovka, Volgograd Region, Sergei Gusev. As parents, he took varieties Anniversary Novocherkassk and Delight Red... Hybrid Dubovsky pink not only absorbed all the best parental qualities, but also improved many indicators.
Variety traits
The description of the Dubovsky pink variety, given by the breeder, is truly amazing, as evidenced by reviews and photos sent by gardeners. It is not only the high yield that draws attention to the plant.
The Dubovsky pink grape did not leave indifferent landscape designers. Vine bushes become especially beautiful at the time of ripening of bunches. They are large, with glowing bright pink berries that become a real decoration of the site. Just look at the radiant bunch in the photo!
Hybrid form of early ripening grapes. From flowering to harvest, it takes about 105-110 days. The first bunches are cut after August 15th. Of course, this is not an exact date, since it all depends on the region of cultivation.
Description of bushes
Grape varieties with great vigor. The color of the ripe vine is reddish. The flowers are male and female, therefore, Dubovsky pink is a self-fertile hybrid that does not need additional pollination by other grape varieties.
Propagated by rooted cuttings, the survival rate of which is almost 100%. Within a couple of years after planting the seedling, one can hope for a good harvest.
Description of bunches and berries
The grape variety Dubovsky pink, according to the description and reviews of cultivated gardeners, is distinguished by large, slightly loose bunches, which makes them look somewhat disheveled.
Brushes of the Dubovsky pink variety have a conical shape and side processes, which gardeners call wings. The mass of the bunches reaches one and a half kilograms, although there are specimens of greater weight.
The berries are large, weighing within 20 grams. The length of the fruit ranges from 3.5 to 5 cm. The grapes have an interesting shape in the form of an icicle or an artistically curved cone with a sharp nose.
The flesh of Dubovsky pink grapes is tender, crispy, juicy with a small content of seeds. The nutmeg taste is present, but, as gardeners write in the reviews, it is insignificant. Taste qualities of the variety are excellent, it is not for nothing that during the tasting the grape variety was highly rated - 9.3 out of 10 possible. Sugar in the fruits of the variety is about 21%.
The set fruits of Dubovsky grapes are pink green and remain so during the entire period of filling. A rich pink color is gained a few days before the end of ripening. Changing the color of berries is a signal to cut the bunches.
To get a better idea of the Dubovsky pink grape variety, watch the video filmed by an amateur gardener:
Characteristics
The grapes Dubovsky pink, according to the description of agronomists and gardeners' reviews, has a lot of advantages that distinguish the variety from other varieties.
Dignity
- Decorativeness.The plant with emerald green leaves looks great, and when the dark pink clusters begin to ripen, you can't take your eyes off the bushes.
- Consistently high yield. Fruiting begins 2-3 years after planting the seedlings. If you graft Dubovsky pink on a vine of any variety with a well-developed root system, then the crop can be harvested in the same year.
- Excellent taste. Table grapes are universal varieties. It is consumed fresh, juices, compotes, syrup, vinegar are prepared. And what a delicious wine it turns out! Raisins are prepared from dried fruits.
- Preservation of berries. It is not necessary to immediately cut off the bunches, they will not lose their taste and marketability if they hang a little. On the contrary, during this time they will gain the optimal percentage of sugar. Once harvested, the bunches can be stored for several months.
- Transportability. During long-term transportation, the berries do not deteriorate, do not lose their presentation, which is very attractive for farmers.
- Diseases and pests. According to the description, the variety is resistant to many grape diseases, although in reviews it is sometimes written that plants are affected by powdery mildew.
- Endurance. The Dubovsky pink variety survives at temperatures down to -24 degrees, so it is grown in the northern regions of Russia.
Cons of the variety
Not so many gardeners know about grapes yet, but those who are engaged in culture do not note any special shortcomings, the reviews are mostly positive. Attention should be paid to the rationing of the load on the vine. When overloaded, the ripening of the crop slows down, ventilation is disturbed.
We plant grapes
The grapes of the Dubovsky variety are heat-loving plants, so when planting, you need to choose a well-lit place. The plant is also demanding for the soil: it must be fertile and breathable.
The variety has good cold resistance, so it can be grown in temperate and northern latitudes. There should be no drafts on the site. The grapes love elevation. If there is no suitable place on the site, you will have to make a bulk bed.
Landing rules
As a rule, seedlings are planted in the fall. When digging a hole, they are guided by the parameters of the root system: it should fit freely. The depth of the hole is about 50 cm.The next bush of grapes is planted at a distance of at least 150 cm.
Drainage is poured at the bottom of the seat, for example, crushed stone. Then they mix humus with potassium-phosphorus fertilizers and fill the pit. In order for the soil to settle, it is abundantly moistened. At least 1.5-2 buckets of water are poured onto each well.
Grape seedlings of any kind are watered and fed in the future through a special pipe. It is placed in the center.
Before planting, grape cuttings are kept for several hours in a clay-dung chatter, so that the plant receives an additional stimulus and quickly takes root. 2-3 buds should remain on the stems. Immediately after trimming, the ends are sealed with paraffin.
In the center of the hole, they raise the earth, make a mound. This is a special "chair" on which the seedling is seated. The root system is straightened so that it looks straight down, and sprinkled with soil. The surface is trampled down to squeeze air out from under the roots. Then pour it over again with warm water. To prevent moisture from evaporating quickly, the soil under the grape bushes is mulched with straw, peat, humus or rotted sawdust.
Care features
According to gardeners who have been dealing with the Dubovsky grape variety for more than one year, the plant is unpretentious. Caring for him comes down to traditional activities:
- watering and weeding;
- loosening the soil and mulching;
- feeding and processing bushes from pests and diseases;
- pruning and shaping a bush.
The formation of the vine is especially difficult, since it has a great growth force. The variety is grown on a horizontal wire trellis.Spreading seedlings are given the right direction by tying them up.
Pests
The sweet berries of Dubovsky pink are very popular with wasps and birds. In order not to lose the harvest, you will have to spend some time protecting the bunches.
Popular measures:
- cover the planting of grapes with a special net;
- hide each bunch in a gauze bag, as in the photo below;
- spray the plantings with a vinegar solution twice a month;
- make bait from beer or sweet water, into which wasps and ants will fall;
- fumigate plantings with liquid smoke;
- destroy hornets' nests in the area.
Diseases
It is not yet possible to say exactly what kind of diseases the variety is susceptible to, since the grapes are still relatively young and have not been sufficiently studied. But, according to gardeners, he has good resistance to many grape diseases.
Agronomists advise not to wait for the spread of any diseases, but to take preventive measures. The fact is that different grape varieties are grown on the site, and they have unequal immunity. Treatments are carried out two or four times per season.
Dubovsky pink, according to gardeners, is sometimes affected by powdery mildew and powdery mildew. In this case, it is necessary to process the vine with sulfur or other special preparations. Diseases can be avoided if the grape bushes are well ventilated.
