Raspberry Maravilla

Every year, remontant raspberries are gaining more and more popularity among summer residents and gardeners. This is due to the fact that such a berry has a significant advantage – the plant can bear fruit up to two times a year. Maravilla is one of the most modern and trendy remont raspberry varieties. To get to know her better, consider her description, photos and reviews. Learn about the different ways to grow raspberries.

Origin

The Maravilla raspberry variety was obtained by Californian breeders in 1996 for commercial cultivation. Initially, the variety was cultivated in Europe. In 2011, raspberries began to be imported into Our Country and sold. And summer residents and gardeners began to grow it on their plots. The full name of the variety is Driscoll Maravilla.

Variety description

This is a modern remontant raspberry variety that produces two harvests a year: from early May to mid-July and from late September to November. In spring, Maravilla produces twice as many berries (65-70% of the total harvest) than in autumn (30-35%). On average, 20-25 tons of raspberries are harvested from one hectare. And when grown in greenhouses – up to 50 tons.

Bushes

Maravilla is characterized by a vigorous and medium spreading shrub that can reach 2,5-3,5 meters in height and 65-70 cm in width. The shoots are erect and thick, evenly covered with small spines. The plant produces medium-sized white flowers that form inflorescences at the tops of the stems. On average, a raspberry bush of this variety consists of 5-6 shoots, which are painted red-violet.

Berries

Maravilla raspberry fruit large, dense, weighing up to 12-14 g and up to 2,5-3 cm in diameter. The berries have a bright red color, a slight sheen and a regular shape, similar to a shortened cone. The pulp is fragrant, sweet, with a slight sourness. The seeds are almost invisible.

The fruiting zone on the stem begins at a level of 1,8 m from the ground. This part of the shoot forms a large number of literals, each of which bears 35-40 berries.

Advantages

Raspberry variety Maravilla is in demand among gardeners, as it has a number of positive aspects:

• high yield and large fruits;
• during transportation, the berries retain their commercial and taste qualities;
• raspberries can be stored for a long time without caking or rotting (in the refrigerator up to 15 days);
• berries do not crumble and do not darken;
• rich taste;
• early ripening and large volume of the first harvest;
• the ripening period of raspberries can be adjusted.

Raspberry Maravilla favorably differs from other varieties with a beautiful and highly marketable berry. Therefore, this variety prevails on store shelves and is of interest to buyers.

Disadvantages

Like any raspberry variety, Maravilla has some drawbacks. The greatest yield can be obtained only when growing shrubs in a greenhouse. In open ground, berries may not have time to ripen before the onset of cold weather. There is also a risk of replacing a seedling when buying.

Agrotechnical features

For planting Maravilla, it is recommended to choose a sunny and calm area with a flat surface. Remontant varieties of berries require more moisture and light than ordinary raspberries. If the bush is planted in the shade, its yield will decrease.

Groundwater should be no closer than 1 meter from the surface. Remontant raspberries of this variety feel comfortable in fertile, light and slightly acidic soil. The recommended type of soil is loam.

The acidity index should vary between 5,7-6,6 pH. If the soil is acidic, ground limestone or dolomite is added to it. Bad predecessors of raspberries of this variety are peppers, potatoes, tomatoes, eggplant and strawberries.

Growing methods

Maravilla raspberries are grown both in film tunnels (greenhouses) and in open ground. Consider each method in detail.

In open ground

When growing remontant raspberries of this variety in open ground, the second crop will not please with volume. The fruits will not have time to fully ripen before the onset of cold weather. But many gardeners and gardeners successfully grow Maravilla in this way.

Raspberry seedlings of this variety can be planted both in autumn (October, November) and in early spring (until the buds have blossomed). Before planting, the root system of the plant is dipped in a solution of black soil, mullein or clay.

Boarding scheme:

1. The selected area is cleared of weeds and the ground is carefully dug up.
2. For each square meter, 2 buckets of rotted peat or humus are added, a glass of potassium sulfate and superphosphate.
3. Planting holes are dug 45-50 cm deep at a distance of 70 cm. The interval between rows should be 1,5-2 meters.
4. Straighten the roots of the raspberry seedling and lower it into the recess.
5. Fill the hole with soil so that the root collar is at ground level.
6. The soil around the bush is compacted and watered with 5 liters of warm water.

In film tunnels

This is the growing method. allows you to achieve the maximum percentage of ripening of both spring and autumn crops raspberries. Since the berries are not baked in the sun and are not damaged by the wind, the Maravilla bush will produce only high-quality fruits. In closed ground, you can control the air temperature and soil moisture, so the likelihood of infection of raspberries with fungal diseases is reduced.

In the tunnels, Maravilla is grown using the long cane technology. Before planting, raspberry seedlings are stored in the refrigerator at a temperature not lower than 0 degrees. In March, they are planted in round containers with a volume of 8-10 liters filled with a substrate. The containers are placed in rows, the interval between which is 1,5-2 m. The pots are placed 6-8 cm above ground level in order to minimize the risk of infection of the bush with rot and disease. Since the variety is characterized by tall stature, a trellis is installed in the rows to support the raspberry bush. Using this technology, the first harvest can be harvested already in May. Maravilla is planted in a conventional greenhouse according to the standard scheme.

Features of care

Repair raspberries need regular care:

• Necessary remove weeds and loosen the soil around the bush, as Maravilla does not like dense, heavy soil. During the season, the procedure is carried out 5-6 times, starting in early spring. The trunk circle of raspberries is loosened to a depth of 6-8 cm, and the aisle – 12-15 cm.
• The bush is watered once a week with settled, warm water. In hot weather, moisten the soil more often. Especially raspberries need watering during flowering and ripening of berries.
• If the soil was fertilized when planting a seedling, then top dressing should begin at 3 years old. In early spring, nitrogen-containing substances are introduced, after 10-15 days complex fertilizer or superphosphate, potassium sulfate and urea, after flowering – potash top dressing (do not apply in autumn). Mullein is brought in twice a season.
• In April they hold sanitary pruning of bushes raspberries: remove damaged and dried shoots. After harvesting, the tops of the shoots are cut off, leaving 1,5-1,6 meters. Full pruning is carried out in the second year.
• Under the weight of berries, branches can bend and break, so trellises are installed.

Care for raspberries that grow indoors has some features. The greenhouse must be ventilated periodically. It is advisable to mulch the soil with sawdust or walnut shells. Some gardeners cover the soil with agrofiber.

Disease Prevention

Raspberry Maravilla can be affected by late blight, thrips, spotted Drosophila and other diseases and pests. Therefore, it is important to carry out preventive treatment in time.

With the advent of spring, the berry bush and soil are sprayed Bordeaux liquid or Nitrafen. To destroy pathogenic microorganisms, the procedure is repeated after harvesting. The invasion of pests will prevent the drug Karbofos or Aktellik. Raspberry processing is carried out at the beginning of the growing season.

In addition, it is important to remove damaged branches in a timely manner, clean the area from fallen leaves and observe the agricultural practices of growing.

Reviews of gardeners

Conclusion

Raspberry Maravilla is of great interest to gardeners, as it brings two harvests per season. At the same time, the ripening period can be adjusted, which is very convenient. Raspberries can be obtained when they are not on the market. The price for such berries will be much higher. The fruits tolerate transportation well and can be stored for a long time in containers. Therefore this variety in demand by both small and large retail outlets.