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The remontant raspberry Himbo Top is bred in Switzerland and is used for industrial cultivation of berries and in private farms. Fruits have high external and taste qualities. The variety is suitable for growing in the middle lane; when planted in cold regions, it needs shelter for the winter.
Characteristic of the variety
Description of Himbo Top raspberry variety:
- vigorous plant;
- raspberry height up to 2 m;
- powerful spreading shoots;
- the presence of small spikes;
- length of fruit branches up to 80 cm;
- in the first year, the number of replacement shoots is 6-8, in the future – up to 10;
- duration of fruiting is about 6-8 weeks.
Features of Himbo Top berries:
- bright red color, not available after ripening;
- correct elongated shape;
- large size;
- weight up to 10 g;
- good taste with slight acidity.
Fruiting variety begins in late July or early August. The yield per plant is up to 3 kg. The berries do not shrink until the end of fruiting.
It is recommended to collect ripe fruits within 3 days to avoid shedding. With prolonged rains, raspberries acquire a watery taste.
According to the description, Himbo Top raspberries have a universal use, they are consumed fresh, frozen or processed. The shelf life of harvested raspberries is limited.
Planting raspberries
The yield and taste of the crop depend on the correct choice of a place for raspberries. Raspberries are planted in a lighted area with fertile soil. Healthy seedlings are chosen for planting.
Site Preparation
Raspberries prefer loamy soils rich in nutrients. Dolomite or limestone is added to acidic soil before planting. Raspberries are not planted on steep slopes and in lowlands where moisture accumulates. It is best to choose a place on a hill or with a slight slope.
The site must not be exposed to wind. Remontant raspberries give a high yield in good natural light. It is allowed to grow a crop in partial shade. In the absence of sunlight, the yield of plants is lost, the berries acquire a sour taste.
Raspberries are not planted after tomatoes, potatoes and peppers. The crops have similar diseases, with continuous cultivation, soil depletion occurs. Re-planting raspberries is possible in 5-7 years.
Order of work
For planting, take healthy Himbo Top raspberry seedlings with a developed root system. The height of the plant is up to 25 cm, the diameter of the shoots is about 5 cm. For self-propagation, side shoots are used, which must be separated from the mother bush and rooted.
Raspberries are planted in spring or autumn. The sequence of actions does not depend on the season. A bed for plants is prepared in advance by digging up the earth and adding 2 buckets of humus per 1 sq. m.
Planting order for raspberries:
- Dig holes measuring 40×40 cm to a depth of 50 cm. Leave 70 cm between them.
- Place the seedling for a day in a growth stimulator solution.
- Pour fertile soil into the planting hole to form a hill.
- Place a raspberry seedling on a hill, cover the roots with earth. Do not deepen the root collar.
- Firm the soil and water the plant generously.
After planting, care for Himbo Top by regular watering. The soil must remain moist. If the earth dries out quickly, mulch it with humus or peat.
Variety care
Remontant raspberry varieties are demanding to care for. Plants need frequent watering, fertilizing and timely pruning of remontant raspberries in autumn and spring. In cold climates, bushes are mulched with dry leaves and covered with agrofibre to prevent raspberries from freezing.
Watering
In the absence of precipitation, Himbo Top raspberries are watered every week with warm water. The soil under the plants should get wet by 30 cm. After adding moisture, the soil is loosened and weeds are eliminated.
Watering during flowering and berry formation is especially important. With a lack of moisture in plants, the ovaries fall off, and the yield decreases.
Excess moisture is also detrimental to raspberries. The root system of plants does not get access to oxygen, which impairs the absorption of nutrients. With high humidity, the risk of developing fungal diseases is high.
In autumn, the last winter watering of raspberries is performed. The presence of moisture will allow the plants to prepare for winter.
Feeding
Raspberry Himbo Top responds positively to fertilization. When grown in fertile areas, raspberries are fed from the third year after planting.
For the variety, both mineral dressings and the use of organics are suitable. It is better to alternate treatments with an interval of 2-3 weeks.
In the spring, nitrogen fertilizers are applied to allow plants to increase their green mass. The use of nitrogen should be abandoned during flowering and fruit ripening.
Methods for spring feeding raspberries Himbo Top:
- fermented mullein infusion 1:15;
- nettle infusion, diluted with water 1:10;
- ammonium nitrate in the amount of 20 g per 1 sq. m.
In summer, raspberries are fed with substances containing potassium and phosphorus. For 10 liters of water, 30 g of superphosphate and potassium sulfate are required. Plants are watered with a solution under the root.
From folk remedies for raspberries, dolomite flour or wood ash is used. Fertilizers close up in the soil when loosening.
Tying
According to the description of the variety and photo, the Himbo Top raspberry grows up to 2 m. Under the weight of the berries, the shoots lean towards the ground. Plants are tied to a trellis or separate supports.
At the edges of the site, posts are driven in, between which a wire or rope is pulled at a height of 60 and 120 cm from the ground. The branches are arranged in a fan-shaped manner. If necessary, the number of supports for plants is increased.
Trimming
In autumn, remontant raspberries are recommended to be cut at the root. Branches 20-25 cm long are left above the ground. Next year, new shoots will appear that will bring a crop.
If you do not cut raspberries, then in the spring you need to eliminate frozen and dry branches. If part of the plant is frozen, then the shoots are shortened to healthy buds.
In summer, the Himbo Top variety eliminates excess shoots. For each raspberry bush, 5-7 shoots are enough. The shoot can be used for reproduction. To do this, it is separated from the original bush and rooted in the garden. After the formation of the root system, the plants are transferred to a permanent place.
Diseases and pests
Raspberry Himbo Top is resistant to fungal diseases that affect the root system. The development of diseases occurs at high humidity, lack of care, high planting density.
Fungal diseases appear as brown spots on the stems and leaves of raspberries. In the presence of symptoms, the plants are sprayed with Bordeaux mixture, solutions of Topaz, Fitosporin, Oxyx preparations.
The most dangerous pests for raspberries are spider mites, aphids, beetles, caterpillars, leafhoppers, gall midges. Before flowering, plants are treated with Iskra, Karate, Karbofos.
During the ripening period of berries, it is better to abandon chemical preparations. They are replaced with folk remedies: infusions on onion peel, garlic, tobacco dust.
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Conclusion
Raspberry Himbo Top is valued for its good taste and increased yield. Among the shortcomings of the variety are the average winter hardiness, the presence of thorns, and the short shelf life of berries. Plants are planted in well-lit areas. Raspberry care includes watering and fertilizing.
