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The Baltic oily pear is a large-fruited variety with a high yield. It has good winter hardiness and immunity. You can grow a crop both in the south of Our Country and in the middle lane.
History of occurrence
The Baltic oily pear was bred by two breeders: Ulyanishcheva A.M. and Neporozhny G.D. Obtained on the basis of the varieties Forest Beauty and Bere winter Michurina. The variety is distinguished by large fruits with a pleasant taste.
Not included in the register of breeding achievements. However, the culture has spread to many regions due to its winter hardiness. It is also valued for its high yield.
Description of pear Baltic oily with photo
In the description of the tree, of particular interest is the height, shape of the crown, as well as the size and color of the fruit. The main parameters are discussed below.
Tree
Baltic oily gives trees of medium height, they reach about 2,5 m. The crown grows very quickly, takes on a pyramidal shape. The branches are different in structure, but all rise up. The color of the bark is gray or gray-green.
Young shoots are dark brown. The root system is very developed, strong. The foliage is smooth, short-pointed, light green in color. The petals are oval in shape and do not smell.
Fruit
The fruits of the Baltic oily pear are quite attractive and large, weighing 180-200 g, often up to 250 g. The shape is classic in the form of a bottle. In length they reach 10 cm, and in diameter along the wide part – 5 cm.
The color of the fruits of the Pribaltiyskaya variety is oily yellowish-green with an orange tint. The skin is thin, smooth. In general, the appearance is attractive. However, the fruits do not lie for a long time, so they must be consumed fresh or sent for harvesting.
Characteristic of the variety
Among the characteristics of the Pribaltiyskaya oily variety, the taste of pears, their ripening time, yield and other indicators are of particular interest. The main parameters are described below.
Palatability
The taste of the fruit is pleasant, with a balance of sour and sweet. The pulp is juicy, white on the cut, semi-oily type, thanks to which the variety got its name. Pears are good fresh, but they can also be used to prepare a variety of preparations, including:
- marmalade;
- compote;
- jam;
- jam;
- wine;
- candied fruit.
Fruits in the stage of technical ripeness
Terms of maturation
Pear Baltic oily refers to summer varieties. The fruits ripen by the end of August. Mass collection begins at the end of summer and continues in the first half of September. In this case, fruiting begins as early as 5-6 years of age. Ripe pears hold tightly on the branches, do not crumble, which makes cleaning easier.
Productivity
The yield index of the Baltic oily pear is quite high – 50-60 kg can be harvested from one adult tree. Moreover, fruiting is stable, regular. Therefore, the variety can be considered for cultivation both in the household and for sale.
Winter hardiness
Winter hardiness is good. Saplings and mature trees are able to recover even after a frosty winter. Therefore, it can be grown in different regions of Our Country.
Pollinators pear Baltic oily
The variety is self-fertile, so pollinators are not required. But to increase the yield, you can use varieties with similar flowering times.
Growing regions
You can grow Baltic oily in most regions of Central Our Country:
- middle lane and Moscow region;
- the Volga region;
- Chernozem region;
- south, North Caucasus.
There is no data on cultivation in the Urals, but the culture is frost-resistant, so you can try. It is important to regularly cover the seedlings for the winter.
Resistance to diseases
The Baltic oily pear is quite resistant to various diseases and pests, the variety has good immunity. But at the same time, preventive treatments still need to be carried out. In early spring, they plan to spray with solutions of fungicides, and in summer insecticides and folk remedies are used to control insects.
Pears are large, attractive
Advantages and disadvantages
Variety Baltic oily has a good yield. Pears are large and tasty, they have an attractive presentation. The culture is winter-hardy, so it can be grown in most regions of Central Our Country.
Pros:
- sufficient yield;
- large fruits;
- tasty, juicy pulp;
- attractive appearance;
- high winter hardiness;
- good immunity;
- pears do not crumble.
Cons:
- fruits are not soft;
- it is difficult to grow in the Urals and to the east.
Rules of landing
The Baltic oily pear is planted only in autumn. It is recommended to do this from the end of September to the first decade of October, about 2-3 weeks before frost. The place for growing must meet several requirements:
- increased illumination, lack of shadow;
- open area without air retention, tight fit;
- the soil is fertile, well-drained – loose loam with a pH of 6 to 7 is optimal;
- lack of moisture stagnation – it is impossible to plant in the lowlands;
- lack of high groundwater – the maximum allowable height is 1,5 m from the surface.
Apple trees are the best. And from the mountain ash, on the contrary, it is worth planting as far as possible.
For planting, it is better to select two-year-old seedlings. They must be healthy, with a central conductor height of at least 70 cm, without external damage and signs of disease. It is previously recommended to put the roots overnight in a mash with clay and growth stimulants (Epin, Kornevin).
A plot for planting a Baltic oily pear has been harvested since spring. The soil is dug up and humus or compost is added in the amount of 10 kg per square meter. If the soil is clayey, sand or sawdust 3-5 kg should also be covered in the same area.
The landing sequence is as follows:
- Dig a hole of standard sizes 60-80 cm deep and 80-100 cm in diameter, as shown in the diagram.
- Mark several holes with a minimum interval of 3 m.
- Cover the bottom with small stones.
- Place the peg in the center of the hole.
- Place the Baltic oily pear seedling in the hole and gently straighten the roots.
- Cover with fertile soil.
- Tamp a little so that the root neck remains slightly above the surface (2 cm).
- Pour 10 liters of settled water.
- After a few days, mulch for the winter with sawdust, peat, needles or other materials. The layer must be at least 10 cm high.
Planting scheme for pear Baltic oily
Features of care
In order for the tree to bear fruit and not hurt, you will need to organize proper care. First of all, you need to take care of watering. Young seedlings are given water weekly if there is no rain. During a drought, it is important to ensure that the soil does not dry out and does not crack. If necessary, water is given twice a week.
Adult pears Baltic oily do not need such frequent watering. They are given water 1-2 times a month. On the one hand, the soil should not be dry. But it is also impossible to allow excessive moisture, as this can lead to rotting of the roots.
Periodically, the soil needs to be loosened, if necessary, weeds are removed. To keep the soil moist longer, it is recommended to mulch it not only for the winter, but also in the summer. To do this, peat, sawdust, hay are placed in the trunk circle. For winter insulation, you can also use spruce branches. This is a good material that creates a suitable microclimate and at the same time does not fade.
It is equally important to make top dressing. In the spring (early April) use urea, ammonium nitrate. During the period of budding and flowering, the emphasis is on potash fertilizers and superphosphate. It is advisable to alternate complex mineral supplements with organic matter. Bird droppings (1:20) and mullein (1:10) are often used.
Another important point in pear care is pruning. It should be carried out regularly so that the crown does not grow too high. In the early years, formative pruning is done. You can start as early as mid-March – you need to be in time before the start of sap flow.
Also in the spring, they plan to preventively treat the Baltic oily pear with preparations. Most often they use Bordeaux liquid, “HOM”, “Abiga-Peak” and others. Insecticides help well against insects, for example, Aktara, Decis, Karate.
Collection and storage
The Baltic oily pears are harvested in late August and early September. The fruits lie at home for no more than two weeks. Even if you maintain a cool temperature (2-6 degrees Celsius) and moderate humidity (up to 70%), they will not lie for a long time.
Therefore, they are immediately used fresh, and also sent for processing. The pulp is juicy – delicious jams, preserves, marmalade are obtained from pears. It can also be used for making drinks – compote, wine.
The fruits are not subject to long-term storage, they are used immediately after harvest.
Conclusion
The Baltic oily pear has many benefits. The variety is winter-hardy, normally adapts to different climatic conditions. Demanding enough to care, but it gives consistently high yields.
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