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Table grape varieties are becoming increasingly popular. Breeders are constantly working on growing new delicacy forms that conquer both taste and attractive appearance. An early variety of pink Ruta grapes will decorate any table, and in the southern regions, a powerful vine with magnificent clusters will serve as a wonderful decor in the yard or in the garden. The variety was bred by the famous Ukrainian winegrower V.V. Zagorulko on the fertile lands of Zaporozhye, where there is a temperate continental climate with long dry periods. The hybrid form of Ruta grapes was obtained by crossing the well-known varieties Talisman and Kishmish Radiant.
Description
The Ruta grape vine, according to the description of the variety presented by the breeder and the reviews of gardeners, is vigorous, reaches 4 m on fertile chernozems. But it does without rationing and matures almost completely, up to 75% of the annual growth length. Vigorous growth is observed in Ruta vines planted by cuttings. Pasynkovanie weak shoots covered with a bright brown color, red nodules. Bright green large leaves are distinctly divided into 5 lobes. The flowers of the Ruta grape variety are female.
Clusters of medium size, weighing from 400 to 800 g, in the shape of a cone, rather loose. The stalks are green-brown, strong, short. Clusters of Ruta grapes attract attention with a brightly saturated pink berry color, with a raspberry or amber tint, depending on the amount of sunlight received. Oval or papillary berries are dense, large, on average 22 x 36 mm, weighing from 7 to 12 g. The skin of the grapes is dense, but pleasant to the taste. The seeds are quite large.
Sweet, fleshy flesh with a barely noticeable, appropriate sourness, slightly crunchy. To taste, Ruta grapes are fruity, harmonious. Light notes of nutmeg appear if the vine grows on sandy soil. This feature is stated by the author of the grapes in his annotation to the variety. Connoisseurs feel a light cherry flavor in the berries of the Ruta variety. The sugar content is sufficient -20-21%, acidity index: 7,5 g / l.
Characterization
Sweet, beautiful berries, a wonderful view of a powerful and unpretentious vine, resistance to fungal diseases and indifference to wasp attacks make Ruta grapes a welcome guest in every garden in the southern regions of the country.
Fruiting
The hybrid form of Ruta grapes is gaining popularity with its unique taste and early ripening period – 90-100 days.
- Already from the beginning of August, you can enjoy beautiful pink berries with delicate flesh and rich taste;
- The fruits hang on the bunch until the end of September, retaining their pleasant taste and not losing berries. Due to the dense skin, the berries retain their presentation for a long time, without cracks or signs of rot;
- The yield of Ruta grapes, as gardeners note in the descriptions of the variety, is average. But it attracts the stability of fruiting;
- Even the first berries do not have to wait long. Signal clusters appear already in the second year after planting.
Vine Features
The vigorous growth of the vine and the female type of flower cause incomplete pollination unless other varieties grow nearby that bloom at the same time as Ruta. For example, a good pollinator is Arcadia grapes, which is by no means rare on the plots. But the berries are still ripening, the Ruta grapes have no problems with peas.
- A powerful vine bush needs to be given a large area for sufficient nutrition;
- When planting Ruta grapes, the gardener, having read the description of the variety, must establish strong supports so that they can carry a weighty bush;
- The variety is well suited for planting near arches;
- Ruta cuttings take root very well;
- The grapes of this variety have good compatibility with all rootstocks.
genetic properties
The heat-loving variety Ruta can grow without problems in the Krasnodar Territory. The grapes have low frost resistance – it can withstand only -21 degrees. Gardeners should take care of shelters for the winter in advance.
The Ruta variety is resistant to typical grape diseases, including diplodia. According to the description of the author of the variety, resistance to mildew is estimated at 3,5-4 points, 3 points each – to gray rot and oidium.
Advantages and disadvantages
The dessert variety Ruta has a number of advantages.
- Precociousness;
- Rich flavor bouquet;
- The ability of the bunch to hang on the vine for a long time, while maintaining delicious qualities;
- High commercial properties: appearance, taste, long storage period (until November), transportability;
- Good survival of cuttings on different types of soils.
The shortcomings in the selection of the Ruta grape variety are considered, according to the reviews of those who grow it:
- The presence of seeds in appetizing berries;
- Increased growth potential of the vine, which requires Ruta grapes to be given a large area and strong trellises.
Cultivation
The undemanding nature of the vine to the soil allows planting the Ruta variety in different regions, including in the central regions. In the middle climatic zone, grapes will be a covering crop. But the Ruta hybrid has a significant advantage due to early maturity. The vine will have time to give the harvest and ripen.
Reproduction
Grapes are easily propagated by cuttings harvested after autumn pruning. In the spring, cuttings are grafted onto different rootstocks, and also rooted.
- Mature, 6-9 mm thick sections of the vine with 2-4 eyes are selected. The places of cuts are covered with plasticine or wax;
- Wrap in damp paper or cloth and put in a plastic bag with holes to let air in;
- Stored in the basement or refrigerator;
- At the end of February, the cuttings are soaked for 36-48 hours in filtered water, it is possible with the addition of root formation stimulants;
- Old cuts are cut with secateurs and placed in a container with water enriched with a growth stimulator for germination. In this case, the upper cut is covered with paraffin. The water level is not higher than 4 cm;
- Water is changed once a week, activated charcoal is added;
- Leaflets appear after 15-17 days, roots – after 24-30 days;
- Cuttings with roots are carefully planted in a loose, sand-diluted substrate.
Landing
Ruta hybrid is planted in the spring in a sunny place, on the south side of the buildings.
- Holes measuring 0,8 x 0,8 x 0,8 m for several seedlings of this variety are placed 3 m apart;
- Drainage material is placed below, then fertile soil with humus, 50 g of potassium chloride and 70 g of superphosphate;
- A seedling is placed on a mound of clean soil, sprinkled with soil, watered and, having compacted the near-stem circle, mulched.
Care
The vine needs minimal maintenance, except for the installation of a system of strong supports.
- Periodic watering and loosening of the soil, especially during flowering and ovary formation, will support the Ruta vine;
- In the spring, the bushes are moderately fed with complex mineral fertilizers, keeping in mind the strength of the growth of the vine;
- Spray prophylactically with copper sulphate;
- In the pea phase, bunches are normalized if there are too many of them;
- Trimmed vines are sheltered for the winter.
Trimming
On bushes of Ruta grapes, up to 60 eyes are left during spring pruning, because clusters are better formed on thin vines. In the summer, excess shoots are cut off, allowing the clusters to ripen better. In autumn, the vines are cut to 8-10 buds.
Chemical protection
For the Ruta hybrid, two preventive sprays with fungicides are enough to protect against diseases. In case of widespread infections, repeated treatments are used.
Insecticides are used against pests:
- Bi-58, “Tokution”, “Cidial”, “Ekamet”, “Tsimbush”, “Fozalon”, “Sevin”, “Sumicidin” – against the bunch leaf roller;
- “Neoron”, “Aktellik”, “Talstar”, “Omayt” are struggling with grape mites;
- Carefully use carbon disulfide in the fight against phylloxera.
If there is sufficient space in the yard, Ruta grapes will be a good buy. The vine will decorate the courtyard and give vitamin delicacy berries.
