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Plum Angelina is one of the most popular varieties of culture, which combines a high yield, excellent taste and unpretentiousness in care. Experienced gardeners choose Angelina because they consider her a promising variety.
History of variety breeding
Plum Angelina bred by Californian breeders. This is a late ripening variety obtained by crossing wild and Chinese plums. Outwardly, the tree resembles a cherry plum, and by the fruits we can conclude that it is a plum. Plum variety Angelina white occupies an intermediate position between the parental forms and belongs to the so-called commercial varieties due to its versatility and transportability.
Description of the plum variety
Medium tree with a powerful pyramidal crown. It is characterized by medium density and fast-growing branches. The color of the bark and the shape of the leaves are the same as those of the wild plum. But the fruits differ in size, weighing up to 90 g, and increased juiciness. The pulp is amber in color, dense, with a sweet and sour taste. Externally, the fruit is purple, almost black with a whitish bloom. The stones are small, difficult to separate from the pulp due to the fibrous and dense structure. Can be refrigerated for more than 4 months and retain taste and benefits.
Characteristics of a variety
The Angelina White Plum has many advantages over other varieties. It is characterized by high yield, good resistance to climate change, diseases and pests, as well as a wide range of applications in various fields of activity. But, like any fruit tree, it has advantages and disadvantages.
More about the Angelina plum variety:
Drought resistance, frost resistance
Compared to other varieties of plums, Angelina is quite resistant to frosty and docile climates. But in order to ensure high-quality fruiting for the next year, it is necessary to prepare the tree for winter, as well as choose the right place to plant it.
Pollinators for Plum Angelina
Plum variety Angelina is self-fertile and needs pollinators, which can be cherry plum Traveler, Collon-shaped and plum Black Amber, Ozark Premier. Varieties of wild plums that bloom at the same time as Angelina are also excellent pollinators. The flowering period falls in the first half of May, and fruiting begins in September and lasts until October.
Yield and fruiting
High yield and regular fruiting gives the Angelina plum the right to be among the most promising varieties. Plum enjoys a wide production implementation in various fields of activity. From one tree you can collect about 50-80 kg of fruit.
Fruiting occurs every year at the beginning of the third decade of September. After planting, it begins to form a crop for 4 years.
Scope of berries
Angelina plum fruits are used in cooking both fresh and frozen. They are used to make preparations such as jam, compote, prunes, and are also used in the preparation of various desserts and sauces. And also fruits have found application in cosmetic and medicinal purposes, as they are rich in vitamins, minerals and other substances important for the life of the body.
Disease and pest resistance
Plum variety Angelina is resistant to many fungal diseases, pests, and also adapts well to adverse environmental conditions. The main diseases of the plant include perforated spotting, rust and fruit rot. If lesions are found on the fruits, it is necessary to urgently take the necessary measures and eliminate the problem. Plum attracts the attention of a wide variety of insects. Dangerous pests are plum sawfly, codling moth, reed aphid. It is important to recognize parasites in time and save the plant.
Advantages and disadvantages of the variety
Like any plum variety, Angelina has its own individual advantages and disadvantages. The secrets why this plum variety conquers gardeners lies in the following qualities:
- size and taste of fruits;
- duration of storage;
- increased frost and drought resistance;
- high yield;
- ability to use for various purposes.
The disadvantages of the Angelina plum variety include:
- the possibility of catching the disease due to bad weather;
- difficulty in selecting the necessary pollinator;
- poor probability of growing in the Chernozem region.
A number of advantages do eliminate most of the disadvantages of the Angelina plum, but the presence of significant breeding problems can affect the quality and quantity of the resulting crop.
Features of landing
An important event for every fruit tree, which will further affect its growth and development, is planting. In order to get the maximum yield with high taste quality and attractive fruit appearance, you need to familiarize yourself with the basic recommendations for planting Angelina plums.
Recommended dates
Seedlings are best purchased in spring or autumn. This time is considered the most favorable for planting based on the high frost resistance of the plant.
Choosing the right place
For planting, choose a large and sunny area, as this light-loving plant grows strongly. The land should be well fertilized with organic and inorganic substances. This will contribute to optimal growth and development of the Angelina plum variety.
What crops can and cannot be planted nearby
Any tall trees will stifle the active growth of the Angelina plum and shield it from the sun. This can slow down the development of the plant and significantly reduce the yield. Planting nearby apple trees, pears, raspberries, black currants will negatively affect the culture. Maple will be a good neighbor for plums.
Selection and preparation of planting material
When buying Angelina plum seedlings, you should pay attention to the root system: it must be carefully packed in a film and fertilized with peat, which is necessary for reliable protection against mechanical damage and moisture loss.
How to plant an Angelina plum
Planting an Angelina plum variety requires the following actions:
- Dig a planting hole measuring 60 by 70 cm. The root system of the seedling should be freely placed in the planting recess without bends and creases in the roots.
- At the bottom of the pit, lay a composition of organic matter and mineral elements, mixed with fertile soil.
- In the pit in the center, form a hill and put a peg that will serve as a support for the seedling.
- Set the plant from the north of the peg, gently straightening the roots and sprinkle with earth.
- The earth is well compacted and watered.
- After the moisture is absorbed, mulch with sawdust.
- At the end of the planting process, securely tie the seedling to the stake.
Plum Aftercare
Growing Angelina plum requires some attention and care. From the very beginning, the tree begins to need proper pruning, which should stimulate the active growth of branches and the formation of an ideal crown. It is also necessary to systematically carry out sanitary pruning to get rid of damaged or diseased or pest-affected areas of the plant.
Fruiting weakens the tree as much as possible and leads to an early death. To avoid this, it is recommended to regularly irrigate if necessary and fertilize with organic and mineral compounds at intervals of 2-3 times a year.
To qualitatively prepare the Angelina plum variety for the cold, you need:
- tamp the soil around the tree;
- water and fertilize abundantly;
- paint the trunk with lime;
- mulch with humus.
After snow falls, it is recommended to form a small snowdrift around the tree.
Diseases and pests, methods of control and prevention
Despite the high resistance to weather changes and undemanding care, the Angelina plum variety, due to damage by various diseases or pests, may lose the long-awaited crop. To avoid this, you should familiarize yourself with the prevention and treatment of these diseases.
| Disease | Symptoms | Prevention | Treatment |
| Rust | The formation of brown spots with a rusty tint between the veins of the leaves. By autumn they become darker. | Treat the seeds with fungicides before planting or make layering exclusively from healthy trees, nourish the plant with microelements. | Use fungicides, apply them to problem areas. |
| fruit rot | The formation of a dark spot on the fruit, which gradually spreads to the entire fruit. | Avoid mechanical damage to the fruit, spray every 3 days with an iodine solution. | Collect and burn the affected parts. |
| Chlorotic ring spot | Yellow rings and stripes on the leaf. Dark spots on fruits. | Remove weeds and use healthy material for planting. | Disinfection should be carried out only in special laboratory conditions. |
Pest
| Pest | Prevention | mary wrestling |
| Plum sawfly | Loosen the soil, water abundantly during flowering. | Burn damaged parts of the plant. |
| Plum moth | Timely clear the area of fallen plums and loosen the soil. | Clean the tree from the extinct bark and shake off the mutilated fruits, use a chemical sprayer. |
| cane aphid | Remove weeds and water regularly. | Spray the crown with pyrethroids, mineral oils or insecticides containing nicotine. |
Timely elimination of the problem that has arisen will positively affect the quality and quantity of the crop.
Conclusion
Plum Angelina will definitely thank you for proper care and care with the highest possible yield, wonderful taste and attractive appearance. Many experienced gardeners purchase this variety because they are convinced of its productivity.