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Among the raspberry varieties that ripen in the first place, a new favorite in terms of yield and taste characteristics has recently appeared – raspberry Konek-Gorbunok. At this time, the variety is only undergoing state testing. The seedlings will go on sale in 2020, but already now there is an active discussion of this variety on the forums of gardeners and gardeners.
Description of the raspberry variety Konek-Gorbunok
The Humpbacked Horse belongs to the remontant raspberry culture. And this means that the fruiting period continues until late autumn. A bountiful harvest can be harvested at least twice a year. The variety is characterized by the earliest ripening of fruits: berries appear already in mid-July. They have an oval shape, a very sweet taste and a large size (the weight of one berry reaches 12 g).
The fruits of the raspberry variety Konek-Gorbunok have a rich scarlet color and shine. On the bush, they ripen in clusters: several large berries hang on one brush at once. In addition, they are very well preserved and can be used for long-term transportation.
The plant itself looks very compact. Shrubs do not differ in high height (stretch up to 1 m). The leaves are slightly pubescent, dark green. Thorns are mainly located in the lower part of the shoots. The upper and middle parts are not heavily studded. The variety has a high shoot substitution, which allows you to quickly breed raspberries in the garden.
An overview of the variety can be viewed at the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s4-6EtYeLb0.
Pros and cons of raspberries Konek-Gorbunok
The Little Humpbacked Horse is great for growing raspberries “for yourself” and for industrial scale. The variety has several advantages:
- large and very tasty fruits that ripen faster than other representatives of this culture;
- every year the level of raspberry yield increases;
- berries easily tolerate long-term transportation;
- raspberries reproduce easily and quickly, so you don’t have to spend money on a large number of seedlings;
- The Humpbacked Horse begins to bear fruit in the first year after planting;
- the variety is relatively resistant to slight frosts;
- the variety is quite unpretentious in terms of care;
As you can see, raspberry has a sufficient number of positive aspects. But, despite their large number, the shrub has a number of negative sides:
- The humpbacked horse sprouts many shoots, which in a short period of time can clog the entire area. It is required to constantly monitor the shrub and the degree of its growth.
- It is necessary to monitor the pH level of the soil environment: if it is acidic, then raspberries will not give a large harvest.
Planting and caring for raspberries The Humpbacked Horse
Although the variety is considered quite unpretentious in terms of planting and care, the elementary rules of the agrotechnical industry should not be neglected. Thanks to this approach, the yield of raspberries will be at a high level.
Selection and preparation of the landing site
The area for raspberries should be well lit. Therefore, an open area without shaded areas is suitable for growing crops. The soil of the Humpbacked Horse loves loamy or sandy loam, clayey is less preferable. Before planting, the land is cultivated: they are cleaned of weeds, biological fertilizers (humus), as well as potassium and superphosphate are applied. Such actions contribute to the fact that raspberries quickly take root and fully develop. Immediately before planting, the site is plowed and loosened.
Rules of landing
One of the main points to consider when planting is the preparation of seedlings. It is necessary to ensure that their root system is well developed, and the cut part of the stem does not exceed 30 cm.
The best time for planting raspberries is autumn (end of September, beginning of October). If you plant the Humpbacked Horse variety during this period, then it will have enough time to take root and prepare for the cold. If it is not possible to plant in early autumn, it is better to postpone it until early spring.
When growing the Humpbacked Horse on an industrial scale, the interval between shrubs should be 100 cm, and between rows 350 cm.
The hole for the seedling should be of such a depth and width that will allow you to freely place the entire root system inside. At the same time, the root neck itself does not deepen, it is left above the surface of the earth. After the hole is covered with earth, rammed a little and moistened abundantly. It is also recommended to mulch the soil afterwards.
Watering and top dressing
The first time after planting, raspberry bushes are watered abundantly: approximately every 3-5 days. As soon as the raspberry adapts to new conditions and takes root, it should be watered only during flowering and fruit formation. The soil must be sufficiently saturated, so at least one bucket of water is required per bush.
Also, additional and abundant moisture is carried out in the fall. Such a procedure will prepare the Little Humpbacked Horse for the winter period.
Raspberries should be fed in the spring. In this case, it is recommended to use organic matter, for example, bird droppings or mullein. Mineral and nitrogen fertilizers are used only for old bushes. It is recommended to make them in early summer. In the fall, so that the Little Humpbacked Horse does not become exhausted, you can feed it with a ready-made mixture. One of the options is Kemira fertilizer.
Trimming
Raspberries can be cut in several ways:
- Standard, like all other representatives of culture;
- completely remove all stems in the fall.
First option:
The second option:
If you choose the first option, then in the fall all two-year-old, as well as young unformed shoots, are cut to the same length. The rest of the branches remain. This pruning allows you to harvest twice: in summer and autumn.
In the second option, absolutely all shoots are removed in the fall. Raspberries for next year will give a later harvest, but it will not differ in volume.
Preparation for winter
During the preparation for winter, the Humpbacked Horse is removed from all extra branches and pathogenic vegetation growing around. Also, in order for the shrub to be saturated with nutrients, it can be fertilized in the fall.
If the shoots were preserved when pruning raspberries, then they should be tilted to the ground and covered with non-woven material before the onset of cold weather. From above it will be necessary to additionally insulate with needles or humus. If all the stems were removed, then in their growth area it will be necessary to mulch the soil.
Harvesting
Raspberry harvest usually starts in mid-July. This period continues into the autumn. On an industrial scale, berries are harvested mechanically. In the summer cottage, all the fruits are harvested by hand.
Reproduction
One way to propagate raspberries is cuttings. Get the right material in the process of pruning shrubs in autumn or spring. In order for the stalk to be ready for planting, it is added dropwise with earth for the winter, wrapped in foil in the spring and periodically moistened.
The second breeding option is shoot replacement. In order to increase the number of raspberry bushes, it is enough just to deliberately damage the roots with a shovel.
Diseases and pests
Raspberry Konek-Gorbunok is considered a variety that is sufficiently resistant to diseases. However, under adverse conditions or for other reasons, the following diseases can affect it:
- Gray mold fungi. First, raspberry fruits are affected, then the plaque passes to the foliage and stems. The growth of diseased bushes is observed in a period of cold and damp weather.Important! Neighborhood with strawberries contributes to the development of gray rot fungi in the Little Humpbacked Horse.
- purple spotting. A dangerous fungal disease that primarily affects weak plants. First, the shoots are hit, then the buds, the tops of the sheets and the leaf plates themselves. An excess of nitrogen in the soil can contribute to the development and occurrence of the disease.
- Anthracnosis of raspberry. Depressions and damaged areas form on the stem. Further, the disease affects the foliage of the Konek-Gorbunok variety.
Among the pests, the stem fly and the raspberry midge are most common, as well as the weevil, the glass case, the raspberry beetle and a number of others. It is best to prevent the appearance of insects than to deal with them later.
Conclusion
Raspberry Konek-Gorbunok will delight every gardener. The variety is only going through the stage of state testing, but already at this stage it showed itself from the best sides. And this means that its popularity among gardeners and gardeners will only increase every year.