Description of the apple-tree variety Uralskoe bulk
The apple variety “Uralskoe nalivnoe” is an autumn variety. It was obtained as a result of crossing “Papirovka” and “Red Ranetki”. The fruits are small, but have an incredible honey taste.
The variety is winter hardy, it is bred for cultivation in regions with cold climates. Frost resistance is up to -50˚С. “Uralskoe nalivnoe” is one of the few types of apple trees that is not only not afraid of frost, but also has high taste characteristics of the fruit. Apples are sweet, they can be eaten fresh or dried on compotes.
The apple variety “Uralskoe nalivnoe” is an achievement of the Chelyabinsk breeding station
Apple trees are among the first in the garden to bud, but fruits ripen by mid-September. Apples do not fall off if they were not picked in time. After harvesting, the crop is stored for 2-2,5 months.
Description of the apple-tree “Ural bulk”:
- the trees are medium-sized, the crown is spreading and dense. The bark is light. The branches are thin, but elastic, they grow perpendicular to the trunk;
- leaves are light green, oblong;
- flowers are pink. The apples are round, with a smooth surface. The peel is green with a yellow tint. Overripe fruits acquire a rich yellow hue. The weight of apples is up to 40-60 g. The pulp is juicy and very aromatic. Sugar content – 11% / 100 g.
For the preparation of compotes and drying, the fruits can be picked at the beginning of September.
The variety is fast-growing. Fruiting begins 2 years after planting. At the peak of apple development, up to 250 kg of fruits can be harvested from one tree.
Apple-tree care “Uralskoe nalivnoe”
The crown of trees is prone to thickening, a huge number of side shoots grows per year. This should not be allowed, annual pruning is needed.
Care features:
- in order for the apple tree to begin bearing fruit faster, in the first year all flowers must be removed;
- with abundant fruiting, support the branches with supports, otherwise the shoots will not withstand the load and break. You can manually break off the excess ovary;
- in years with unfavorable weather conditions, such as drought or heavy rains, trees can be attacked by fungal diseases. Spray them with a fungicide solution;
- prune from March to April. Remove thickened, old and diseased branches.
For the prevention of diseases, apply potash, calcium and phosphorus fertilizers to the tree trunk circle.
For the apple tree to bear fruit, plant a pollinator tree at a distance of no more than 5 m. The cultivar is self-fertile. Without an apple pollinator, you will not wait for the fruit.
The Uralskoye Nalivnoye variety is suitable for growing in any garden. You will be able to harvest decent harvests if you take proper care of your apple trees.