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According to some reports, approximately 2 different varieties of grapes are grown in Our Country alone. Ordinary amateur gardeners have not even heard about many of them, but the “Original” variety is probably familiar to many of them. This grape has an amazing color, unique taste and aroma. Grapes “Original” are not only tasty, but also very fruitful. By planting literally one bush of this plant, you can feed the whole family with wonderful berries. You can learn about the characteristics, advantages and features of the Original variety, as well as how to grow it on your site, from our article. Surely, the proposed information will be of interest to both experienced and novice growers.
Variety description
It is not necessary to speak unambiguously about the “Original” grapes, since this variety exists in 3 different variations, which depend primarily on the color of the berries. So, the following types of “Original” are distinguished:
- Pink grapes. In the sun, it can turn purple. This type of grape is shown in the photo above.
- View with blue-black fruit color. These berries in bright sunlight can acquire a reddish tint.
- The berries of the white “Original” under the influence of sunlight show a greenish tint. This type of grape can be seen below in the photo:
Having studied the variety of colors and shades, you understand that this grape did not get its name in vain. It is truly original and able to please everyone.
Variety selection
Before studying the “Original” grapes, a description of the variety, photos and reviews about it, it is necessary to find out its origin, because the qualities of the progenitors largely affected the characteristics of the grapes.
Grapes of the “Original” variety cannot be called a novelty: it was bred 30 years ago at the Odessa Institute. V.E. Tairov. To create this culture, breeders crossed the variety “Datier de Saint-Valier” and “Damascus Rose”. As a result of crossing, a very interesting variety “Original” with excellent characteristics was obtained.
Productivity
The description of the “Original” grapes is similar for all types, with different fruit colors. Thus, the average duration of the ripening period of the crop is 140 days. Most of the shoots on the bush are fruit-bearing, which allows you to get a high yield of fruits. For example, with industrial cultivation, it is possible to collect about 100 centners / ha of berries. In private backyards, depending on specific conditions, the yield can be from 40 to 100 kg / bush.
Description of berries
Berries “Original” of various colors are quite large: their length is 3 cm, diameter is 2 cm. The shape of the grapes is elongated, pointed downwards. On average, each berry weighs 5-7 kg, but there are also specimens weighing 10-12 g. The taste of grapes is largely determined by the level of acidity and the percentage of sugar. So, of the three types of “Original”, the most sour is the white variety. The acidity of its fruits is about 8 g / l, while other types of “Original” contain only 6 g / l. The sugar content of berries of all kinds varies from 15 to 21% depending on the growing conditions.
The pulp of grapes is juicy, does not have a strong aroma. In some sources, you can find information that it becomes slightly watery when the clusters are left on the bush for a long time after ripening.
The skin of the berries is very thin and tender. It is barely noticeable when biting into a grape. There are seeds inside the fruit: literally 1-2 seeds in each berry.
Ripe grapes of the “Original” variety can be stored for as long as possible under favorable conditions, but it must be transported very carefully, since large berries do not adhere well to the stalk.
In confirmation of the description of the “Original” variety, a photo of pink grapes is given below. It clearly shows the unique color, the size of the berries, the shape of the bunch:
Bush description
A bush of the “Original” variety can become a real decoration of the garden. Plant up to 3 m high, very sprawling and lush. Its leaves are strongly dissected, consist of 5 lobes, have some omission. Clusters of berries with unique coloration are a great addition to juicy, fresh greens.
Description grapes
Clusters of the “Original” have a conical shape. Their weight varies from 600 g to 2 kg. Of the three types of grapes, the most lightweight are the bunches of black “Original”. The berries on the hands are located loosely or moderately dense, which gives them a certain grace.
Resistance to external factors
Variety “Original” zoned for the Odessa region. This is due, first of all, to the thermophilicity of the culture and the low level of frost resistance. So, the vineyard can successfully endure frosts down to -210C, provided adequate shelter for the winter. Given these features, the variety can be grown even in central Our Country.
Grapes of the proposed variety are resistant to many diseases, for example, they are not afraid of phylloxera. Rarely, plants are affected by oidium and rot. There is some resistance of the variety to mildew.
Wasps are the worst enemies of grapes, especially such thin-skinned ones as the “Original”. At the same time, there is some pattern: black grapes are affected by wasps more often than white ones. Pink grapes are moderately resistant to wasps.
Thus, the distinctive feature of the variety “Original” is the unique color of the berries, high yield and size of the fruit. At the same time, the berries do not have a bright aroma, but their taste is harmonious.
In industry, grapes of the “Original” variety are not used in the manufacture of wine, but in domestic conditions this is quite feasible. If desired, the harvest of sweet ripe grapes can be stored until December. A colorful, fresh product will surely be able to decorate a festive New Year’s table.
Advantages and disadvantages of the variety
Deciding to grow grapes of the “Original” variety, you need to study the characteristics and main advantages, disadvantages of the culture. So, positive arguments in favor of the “Original” are the following facts:
- excellent appearance of large berries;
- powerful bush with a large volume of fruiting;
- the possibility of long-term storage of ripe fruits;
- active growth of the green mass of the bush after planting the seedling;
- voluminous bush with high decorative qualities.
Among the disadvantages of the “Original” variety, some points should also be highlighted:
- the variety is characterized by low resistance to freezing;
- lack of resistance to felt mites;
- possible blotching of berries, which may be the result of bad weather during the flowering period.
- a large number of berries formed on stepchildren ripen slowly and may not ripen at all until the end of the season.
- shedding of ripe berries complicates the transportation of grapes.
Depending on the color of the berries, some other features can be distinguished:
- black “Original” is more susceptible to diseases, wasp parasitism;
- white “Original” has a slightly more sour taste;
- pink “Original” has a good taste and a high level of environmental resistance.
Having deeply studied the information about the “Original” grapes, you can safely place seedlings on your personal plot. Subject to certain cultivation rules, it will certainly be possible to get a rich harvest of grapes. Information on how to properly grow this variety can be found below in the section.
Peculiarities of growing
It is necessary to place seedlings in sunny areas where there are no through winds. The soil for cultivation should be chosen nutritious, light. Soil moisture should be moderate, groundwater height less than 1,5 m is unacceptable.
The cuttings, like the seedlings of the “Original”, take root well and actively grow greens. As the plants grow, they should be pruned, forming a neat fruit-bearing bush. When forming a vine, it is recommended to cut off matured shoots by 8-12 eyes. The total load on the bush should not exceed 60 eyes.
No special fertilizer is required for the variety. For top dressing, you can use peat, rotted manure, compost or ash. It is worth noting that young grape bushes are more demanding on fertilizer than mature vineyards. Some other secrets of growing the “Original” can be found in the video:
