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Kiova blackberry: characteristics, description
Blackberry variety “Kiova” originated in the early 80s of the last century. It was discovered during research work. This variety received such an unusual name in honor of the North American Indian tribe.
Description, characteristics of the blackberry “Kiova”
The berries of this blackberry variety are considered one of the largest. It is thanks to its fruits that the variety has received a vocation and love all over the world.
Description of Kiova blackberry:
- fruit color – black;
- the shape of the berries is slightly oblong, round;
- the average weight of the berries is about 14 g.
The main feature of this variety is its long-term fruiting. In duration, it can be up to 6 weeks. At the same time, throughout the entire time, the berries retain their color, taste, and most importantly, their size.
Another feature of the variety is the thorns on the shoots. They are quite large and sharp. Also the thorns are located on the foliage. This complicates the care of the plant as well as the harvesting procedure.
This blackberry variety is resistant to various diseases. Also has high frost resistance. Without additional shelter, the plant will calmly endure frost up to 23 degrees.
Description of the Kiova blackberry and planting of bushes
You can plant seedlings twice a year:
- in spring – when the soil is completely warmed up;
- in the fall – until the onset of the first frost.
Bushes should be at least 150 meters apart.
Disembarkation takes place as follows:
- At the bottom of the planting pit, it is necessary to pour out a special drainage in the form of small stones or in the form of clay fragments.
- A young bush is placed in the center of the pit.
- Sprinkle the plant with young soil. It is advisable to mix the earth together with organic fertilizers.
- The soil needs to be slightly compacted near the root collar, and then watered with water.
These are simple rules for planting blackberries that are very easy to handle.
Watering the bushes should be done only when the top layer of the earth is completely dry. The frequency and abundance of watering must be determined independently, because it all depends on the weather conditions.
Reproduction of this variety occurs in a vegetative way – by rooted shoots. To plant them, as already mentioned, you need to either spring or autumn, and preferably in warm weather.
The bushes do not require special care. It is enough to adhere to the standard gardening rules: do not forget to feed the plant, monitor the condition of the shoots and the soil.