Gardeners grow most varieties of grapes in the southern regions, because it is a heat-loving crop. But growers living in the middle lane also have the opportunity to enjoy delicious berries. For them, amateur breeder N.V. Krainov brought out the Lowland grape variety. The basis was two well-known species “Talisman” (the second name is “Kesha 1”) and “Kishmish radiant”, therefore “Nizina” is considered a hybrid grape variety. In order for the acquaintance with the Lowland grapes to be complete, the article will pay attention to the description of the variety, photos and reviews about it, as well as a useful video for review:
Characteristics of a variety
The main parameters that growers pay attention to in the first place are berries and brushes of the selected variety. In the description of the grape variety “Nizina” and on the posted photos, the data obtained with proper care are indicated.
The average weight of the brush is 700 g, although experienced growers claim a record weight of 1,7 kg to 3 kg.
The density of the bunch is medium or moderate. According to tasters, the fruits of the Nizina grapes have a cherry flavor. Clusters are stored until December in the refrigerator, while they do not lose their presentation and taste parameters. Until the end of the shelf life, they remain attractive, juicy, tasty.
The berry of the “Nizina” variety is oval in shape, narrowed at the bottom and at the same time large.
The diameter of one grape is equal to the size of a five-kopeck coin, which is confirmed by amateur photos of the Nizina grape variety.
The color of the fruit is red-violet or pink-violet. When exposed to the sun’s rays, they appear to glow from within. The color appears 2 weeks before the onset of consumer ripeness, which distinguishes the variety from other types of grapes.
Important! Grapes have a richer dark color in fertile soils.
Inside each berry there are 2-3 seeds, the skin is not hard, it is invisible when eating.
The ripening period is 130 days with a slight variation in both directions. “Nizina” refers to mid-season grape varieties. The harvest usually takes place in September. At the beginning or in the middle of the month, it depends on the weather conditions of the current year.
The yield is regular, the parameters are high. From one bush, the variety produces 6 kg of delicious fruits. And this is provided that the bush was taken not the most adult, and the care for it was carried out no higher than the average level.
Such yield indicators for the Nizina variety are obtained due to the peculiarities of the formation of the grape bush. What are they? Bushes grow quickly and at the same time throw out a large number of fruitful branches. In percentage terms, shoots capable of bearing fruit make up to 80% of the total number of branches. With normal care, 2 clusters are formed on each shoot, each of which consists of at least 30 grapes. The flowers of the variety are bisexual, the process of pollination and fruit set occurs without problems. Therefore, even an inexperienced grower can get a good harvest. If the variety is provided with full-fledged competent care, then in 2 years the first harvest will be ready.
Advantages and disadvantages
Thanks to a detailed description of the Nizina grape variety, you can make a list of the advantages of the hybrid:
- cultivation in the regions of the middle lane, and not only in the south;
- high yield due to the growth characteristics of the grape bush;
- regular fruiting and large size of berries;
- resistance to transportation and high-quality presentation;
- frost resistance of the vine, which is not damaged even at -23ºС;
- resistance to gray rot, oidium and mildew;
- full ripening of the vine;
- no damage by wasps.
The Lowland also has distinctive external features. The variety has drooping leaves, which give the plant a wilted appearance.
Vine growers are interested in possible difficulties in growing the variety. After all, every culture has its own characteristics. What can be said about the shortcomings of the Lowland grapes? More correctly, these nuances should be called features:
- The variety has strict requirements for planting. Each grape bush should have a large feeding area, so plants should be planted at a considerable distance.
- A large amount of potential yield, which is formed on the bush, must be rationed. If you leave the whole, then the size of the berries and clusters will be much smaller than indicated in the description. Therefore, not only part of the grape harvest is removed, but also part of the shoots.
- With prolonged heat, the variety reduces resistance to fungal disease oidium. To avoid this, it is necessary to pollinate the lowland bushes at the stage of pouring fruits with dispersed sulfur.
Let’s add to the description of the variety a photo of the Lowland grapes and a video about the characteristics:
Now let’s move on to describing the correct process of planting the Lowland grapes so that the plant receives comfortable conditions for development from the first days of life.
Landing
First of all, choose a place for grape seedlings. It should be sunny, because the lack of lighting leads to poor development of the lowland bushes, low quality berries. The second requirement is the absence of winds in the selected area. Grape inflorescences are highly sensitive to wind gusts.
The ideal option would be protection with the help of the building. Plant vine bushes on the south side of the house, outbuildings or gazebos.
Experienced growers advise paying special attention to fertilizing the soil, as well as preparing a planting pit for the Lowlands.
For grapes to bear fruit well:
- Choose the most suitable place for planting varieties.
- Check the presence and depth of groundwater. If the depth is less than 2 m, then this can lead to rotting of the roots. A drainage pit will help correct the situation.
- Add compost to the soil in the fall. In this case, the nutrients will have time to saturate the soil before planting the grapes. When planting fertilizer in the pit in the autumn, add 2-3 weeks before the appointed time.
- Dig a planting hole, the depth and width of which should be at least 0,7 m. Lay fertilizer – a bucket of organic matter. It is good to add 0,5 kg of superphosphate to the compost. Leave the distance between the pits at least 3 m, and between the rows – at least 4 m.
Examine the grape seedlings “Nizina”. They should have light roots and a green cut. Before planting, place the roots of seedlings in the Humate solution. At this time, pour a bucket of water into the middle of the hole and lower the plant into the hole. Immersion depth – up to the level of the root collar. At the moment of filling the pit with earth, install a support for the “Nizina” grape seedling. This technique will allow you to easily cover a young bush for the winter. After filling the soil, compact it and water the grapes again.
Video about the correct planting of the Lowland grapes:
Vine care
Grape “Nizina” is very important watering. The amount of moisture must be sufficient, otherwise the yield of the variety will significantly decrease. Particular attention is required to be paid to grape bushes during the dry season. To retain moisture, after watering, be sure to mulch the near-stem circle. Grapes “Nizina” are abundantly watered at the beginning of the growing season and at the stage of crop formation. Also, the variety requires moisture-charging autumn watering, which contributes to the formation of the next year’s crop and saves the bushes from freezing.
The second important point of care is feeding. In early spring, superphosphate is added to the near-stem circles at a rate of 40 g per 1 sq. m. In May, the variety needs nitrogen to build up green mass. As soon as the buds swell, the plants are watered with infusion of chicken manure. To prepare it, they take water with litter in a ratio of 2: 1 and insist for a week. Then once again dilute with water 1:10 and water each bush, spending 1 liter of solution. At the stage of fruit ripening, potash fertilizers are used according to the instructions. They will help grapes in the synthesis of vegetable sugar. Each top dressing is combined with watering and applied strictly under the root.
Plants are sprayed regularly to prevent diseases and pests. Antrakol works well in spring and autumn.
Every year, pruning of the Lowland grapes is carried out. A fan-shaped multi-arm formation is suitable for the variety. It injures the bush less. Shoots are shortened either by 2-4 eyes or by 8-10 eyes each. Also during the fruiting period, the number of clusters on the bush is normalized.
Shelter for the winter is necessary for seedlings. Powerful adult bushes are able to withstand a drop in temperature, but in severe winters it is better to prevent the vines from freezing. The variety “Nizina” is propagated by branches, seedlings and grafting.
Reviews
In order for the description of the “Nizina” grape variety to be complete, in addition to the photo, you should add reviews from winegrowers.