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Currant Crisp is a red-fruited variety of crop that successfully combines high yield, excellent taste and resistance to adverse factors. Therefore, it is he who is preferred by many gardeners. But in order to achieve stable fruiting of Crispcurrant, it is necessary to provide it with full care in accordance with the requirements of the culture.
Variety Khrustchaya is distinguished by the dessert taste of fruits.
History of breeding
This species was bred at the Novosibirsk PEF. The varieties Krasnaya Andreichenko and Smena became the basis for it. V. N. Sorokopudov, M. G. Konovalova are considered to be the authors of the currant Crispy. Breeding work began in 1989. Over the following years, attempts were made to improve the characteristics of this type of culture.
Since 2001 Khrustashchaya currant has been undergoing variety testing. It is not yet included in the State Register.
Description of the variety of red currant Crispy
This variety is characterized by medium-sized bushes with moderate spreading of the crown. The growing shoots are erect, they have a gray matte surface. As they grow older, the branches of the shrub deviate slightly to the sides, thicken and woody.
The leaves of the crispy currant initially have a light green tint, but subsequently darken. Plates of medium size, three-lobed with blunt tops and small notches. The leaf segments are connected at right angles.
The surface of the plates is bare, matte, leathery. It has a slightly wrinkled structure, slightly concave. Marginal teeth are blunt, short. There is a small notch at the base of the leaves. Petiole of medium length, green with anthocyanin on the underside and in the groove.
Currant flowers Crispy medium-sized, saucer-shaped. The sepals are light in color, arranged horizontally. Fruit clusters up to 8 cm long.
The berries are large, the average weight of each is from 0,7-1,3 g. They have a rounded shape and, when ripe, acquire a uniform red tint. The skin is thin, dense, almost not felt when eaten. The pulp is juicy, contains an average number of seeds.
Taste of currant Crisp, sweetish, pleasant. The tasting score of the variety is 4,9 points out of five possible. Harvest is suitable for fresh consumption, as well as the preparation of winter preparations.
The currant Crispy fruits in the brush are one-dimensional
Features
This variety of red currant has gained wide popularity among gardeners. According to its characteristics, it is significantly superior to other types. Therefore, for comparison, you should familiarize yourself with them.
Drought resistance, winter hardiness
Redcurrant Crispy does not tolerate a lack of moisture in the soil. During a drought, the ovary can dry out and crumble. Therefore, when growing this species, you need to ensure regular watering.
The variety has high frost resistance. An adult shrub easily withstands temperatures down to -30 ° C without additional shelter.
Pollination, flowering period and ripening period
The variety belongs to the category of self-fertile, mid-early. The level of ovary is 75%. Therefore, Crispcurrant does not need additional pollinators. Her flowering period begins in the second half of May and lasts from five to ten days, depending on weather conditions. Fruit ripening occurs at the end of June, at the beginning of July.
Productivity and fruiting, keeping quality of berries
Currant Crispy is a high-yielding variety. The seedling begins to bear fruit from the second year after planting, but shows maximum productivity at the age of four years. From one adult shrub, you can collect 2,6-3,5 marketable fruits. The berries do not shrink when ripe, and are also not subject to sunburn.
The harvested crop can be stored for no more than three days in a cool room. Berries easily endure transportation in the first two days after harvest and do not lose commercial qualities.
Disease and pest resistance
Variety Khrustashchaya shows resistance to sawflies, gallic spotting. Also, the species is not very susceptible to powdery mildew. But in unfavorable seasons, it can be affected by anthracnose and septoria within 1-1,5%.
Therefore, if the growing conditions do not match, it is necessary to carry out preventive treatment of the shrub 2-3 times per season.
Advantages and disadvantages
Currant Crispy has many advantages, so it is especially popular with gardeners. But this variety also has certain disadvantages. Therefore, for its successful cultivation, it is necessary to pay attention to the strengths and weaknesses of this species.
Ripe berries of currant Crispy stay on the branches for a long time
Main advantages:
- high, stable yield;
- early maturation;
- immunity to temperature changes;
- self-fertility;
- large size of berries;
- dessert taste;
- versatility of application;
- frost resistance.
Disadvantages:
- requires regular watering;
- susceptible to septoria, anthracnose.
Features of planting and care
It is necessary to plant Crispy redcurrant in a permanent place in early autumn, namely in September. It is impossible to delay the deadlines, since the seedling may not have time to take root before frost.
For currant Crisp, you need to choose open, sunny areas, protected from drafts. The variety grows well on loamy and sandy loamy soil with good aeration and low acidity. At the same time, the groundwater level in the area must be at least 0,6 m. When planting, the root collar of the seedling must be deepened by 2-3 cm, which stimulates the growth of side shoots.
Lack of light adversely affects yields
This type of culture requires good care. Therefore, it is necessary to water the shrub regularly during dry periods. This should be done 1-2 times a week with wetting the soil up to 10-15 cm.
You need to feed Crispy redcurrant twice: in the spring during the growing season and after fruiting. The first top dressing is recommended to be carried out with organic matter, and the second – with phosphorus-potassium mineral fertilizers.
Throughout the growing season, it is necessary to remove weeds in a timely manner and loosen the soil at the base of the shrub. This will keep air exchange and nutrients in the soil.
Every spring, it is necessary to clean the crown from broken and damaged shoots. And at the age of five years, the shrub should be completely cut off at the base for rejuvenation. After such a procedure, it is restored within one season.
In the first year, the currant seedling Crispy must be insulated for the winter. To do this, the root circle should be covered with humus or peat mulch, and the crown should be wrapped with spandbond in two layers.
Conclusion
Currant Crisp is a reliable variety of culture, which, judging by the reviews of many gardeners, has proven itself well in the conditions of the central and northern regions. It is characterized by excellent taste, pleasant aroma and stable yield. But to maintain its effectiveness at a high level, it is necessary to provide full care.
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