Gooseberry Krasnoslavyansky

Gooseberry Krasnoslavyansky, description, photo and reviews, which will be presented in the article, is a relatively young variety. But the popularity of the plant is growing every year due to its unique qualities.

History of breeding varieties

The gooseberry variety Krasnoslavyansky was bred by breeders of the fruit and vegetable experimental station in the city of Leningrad. Avenarius and Oregon varieties were used to obtain a new plant. The authorship belongs to the breeders I. S. Studenskaya and O. A. Medvedeva.

Since 1992, the Krasnoslavyansky gooseberry has been included in the State Register of the Federation in the European regions of Our Country, but over time, the geography of its cultivation has expanded significantly.

Description of the bush and berries

The bush of the gooseberry variety Krasnoslavyansky is of medium stature and slightly sprawling (as in the photo below). The height of the gooseberry is about 150 cm. The stems are of medium thickness, erect. Their colors are not the same: light brown below, the rest of the shoot is green. Along the entire length of the stem there are sharp and thick spikes. Variety Krasnoslavyansky has small brown buds with sharp tips.

Leaf blades of emerald green color are located at an angle to the shoot. The leaves are rounded, matte or with a slight sheen. The upper part is smooth, the lower part is pubescent. Wrinkling of the leaf is mild. The gooseberry of the Krasnoslavyansky variety blooms with yellowish flowers in the form of bells. Brushes with one or two colors.

The berries are large, round or slightly elongated. Dense pubescence over the entire surface. Berries weighing up to 6 grams. When ripe, gooseberry fruits of the Krasnoslavyansky variety are red in color with a pronounced gooseberry aroma. The berries of the Krasnoslavyansky gooseberry variety taste sweet with tender and juicy pulp. The skin is thin. Each berry contains about 45 seeds.

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Advantages and disadvantages

Each varietal plant has advantages and disadvantages that gardeners pay attention to when choosing a variety. This is what the Krasnoslavyansky gooseberry variety is.

Features

Description of the gooseberry Krasnoslavyansky:

Growing conditions

The Krasnoslavyansky gooseberry, like its relatives, belongs to heat-loving crops. Therefore, a well-lit, draft-free area is chosen for its cultivation. The plant does not tolerate shading: the shoots lengthen, and the berries become small, do not color evenly.

Groundwater should not be higher than 1,2 meters. Gooseberries grow well on slopes or on flat areas. It is best to grow bushes of the Krasnoslavyansky variety near the fences.

Features of landing

Gooseberry bushes of any variety are planted in a weed-free area with nutritious soil. Planting can be done in spring or autumn. Experienced gardeners prefer autumn work. Plants are planted in September, early October, depending on the growing region, taking into account climatic conditions.

It is better to purchase gooseberry seedlings of the Krasnoslavyansky variety in nurseries or in stores. In this case, you can be sure of the quality and reliability of the planting material. Annual or biennial plants are suitable for planting, both with open roots and in seedlings.

On seedlings of the Krasnoslavyansky variety there should be no signs of disease and the presence of pests. Preference is given to plants with a smooth bark and a well-developed root system.

The depth of the pit when planting gooseberries is 60 cm, the diameter is 10 cm. Since the plant will have to spend at least 14 years in one place, the seat must be well filled. First, drainage from stones, small poles, currants and branches is laid on the bottom. Then up to half fall asleep with fertile soil. To compile it you will need:

• the top layer of the earth;
• humus – 2 buckets;
• peat or compost – 1 bucket;
• superphosphate – 200 g;
• wood ash – 250 g, this component can be replaced with 30 g of potassium sulfate.

All ingredients are thoroughly mixed. 2-3 buckets of water are poured into each pit.

Before planting, seedlings of the Krasnoslavyansky variety with an open system are soaked in water for an hour, then the roots are dipped into a clay mash.

In the center of the hole, the soil is raked to form a mound, a seedling is placed and the roots are straightened. Sprinkle with the remnants of the soil, trample the ground around the bush, as in the photo below, to get rid of air pockets. The soil is mulched with straw, sawdust or humus.

Care instructions

Further care for the Krasnoslavyansky gooseberry variety is not particularly difficult, except that there are some nuances.

Support

Since the shoots of this gooseberry variety grow up and to the sides, a bountiful harvest can bend them to the ground. To preserve the berries and your own peace of mind, you can make supports around the bushes. In addition, they will facilitate the collection of berries.

Additional fertilizing

Gooseberries of the Krasnoslavyansky variety need high-quality top dressing. During the growing season it is carried out three times, it is desirable to combine top dressing with watering:

1. In early spring, dry fertilizers containing nitrogen are scattered directly on the snow. They will fall into the soil with melted snow. At the same time, rotted manure (10 kg per plant), superphosphate (80 g), saltpeter (20 g), potassium chloride (20 g) are poured under the gooseberry bushes.
2. During flowering, gooseberries of the Krasnoslavyansky variety will require potassium-phosphorus fertilizers. With weak shoot growth, the bushes must be fed with nitrogen.
3. Before wintering, plants are fed with potassium-phosphorus fertilizers so that the gooseberries feel comfortable in winter and have time to form flower buds.

In addition to top dressing, plants need watering, especially at the time of pouring berries.

Pruning of bushes

In order for the gooseberry of the Krasnoslavyansky variety to please the harvest for many years, it must be properly formed, and autumn pruning should be carried out in a timely manner:

1. 1 year. Shoots are cut by a third, leaving 4-5 buds. Only 3-4 strong branches are left in the bush, growing upwards.
2. 2 year. Young shoots are shortened in the same way as in the first year, leaving 6-8 basal shoots.
3. 3 years old From 10 to 17 shoots are left on the plant, which are cut in the same way.
4. 5-7 years. In the bush up to 20 shoots. You need to cut all the branches that are more than 5-7 years old. Each shoot is again cut by a third.

During the sanitary pruning of gooseberries, the Krasnoslavyansky variety is cut out annually: diseased and damaged shoots growing inside the bush. To rejuvenate gooseberries of the Krasnoslavyansky variety, all shoots are cut out 15 cm from the surface to obtain new shoots.

Reproduction

You can get new seedlings from your gooseberry bushes in many ways:

• division of the bush;
• layering;
• lignified cuttings;
• green cuttings.

The varietal properties of gooseberries with such methods of reproduction are completely preserved.

Preparation for winter

In the autumn, water-charging watering of gooseberry bushes of the Krasnoslavyansky variety is carried out. Up to 6 buckets are poured under each plant, depending on weather conditions. Mulch is sprinkled on top.

After pruning, all twigs and dry leaves are removed and burned. The bushes are treated with a Bordeaux mixture, and the surface with potassium permanganate. Gooseberries must be fed.

Pest and disease control

Despite the resistance of the gooseberry variety Krasnoslavyansky to many diseases and pests, plants can still suffer from them. After all, less resistant varieties may be nearby. The main pests, diseases and control measures are listed in the table.

Conclusion

Gooseberry variety Krasnoslavyansky is considered one of the best for harvesting. It is harvested unripe to preserve ascorbic acid. It is she who is necessary for a person to strengthen the immune system in the winter.

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