Description of the Bryanskaya Pink cherry variety, planting, care and pollination

Many people love aromatic cherries and look forward to the arrival of summer to enjoy the berries. It is important for a gardener that the tree not only produces an abundance of tasty fruits, but is also resistant to damage. The Bryansk Pink cherry variety has become widespread due to its unpretentiousness and resistance to most diseases characteristic of this fruit tree.

Description and characteristics of Bryansk Pink cherries

There are several varieties with a similar name (Bryanskaya Pink, Bryanskaya Yellow). This cherry got its name due to the place where it was created, as well as because of the color of the berries. It is classified as a yellow species due to the color of the flesh.

The description of the Bryanskaya Pink cherry indicates that the variety was bred at the All-Russian Scientific Research Institute of Lupine. Since 1993, it has become widespread throughout Russia.

These trees are of medium size, have a wide pyramidal shape, strong branches of medium size, height no more than 3.5 m. The main ones are located upward at an acute angle. The berries are not too large (4-4.5 g), have a round shape, and have characteristic small dots on the surface of the fruit.

The color of the fruit is pink, the flesh is yellow. Sweet cherries taste. The stone inside is small, oval in shape, and is difficult to separate from the pulp. This variety is late-ripening, blooms in May, and the fruits ripen around the end of July. Cherries actively bear fruit after the 5th year of being in open ground, the yield is average.

Positive and negative aspects of the variety

Almost the only drawback is the inability to self-pollinate, but the problem is easily solved - just plant 2-3 pollinators nearby.

The species is quite resistant to drought and requires watering during flowering and berry formation. Plants are little susceptible to rot, which is also an advantage. Among the advantages of the variety, gardeners note that in the first years, cherries direct all their efforts not to the growth of shoots, but to fruiting.

The trees tolerate large amounts of sunlight well, while other varieties of cherries can get burned.

A distinctive property of the variety is excellent frost resistance, which makes breeding possible in areas with temperate climates. However, trees may be damaged by spring frosts.

The berries do not crack even in rainy weather, which often happens with cherries of other varieties. In addition, ripe and properly harvested fruits tolerate transportation well.

Features of growing a tree

For all its endurance and unpretentiousness, this variety still has features that need to be taken into account.

Time of year to plant cherries

The time of planting in open ground depends on weather conditions. In general, cherries are successfully planted in the fall; they have time to adapt before the first frost.

If the cold comes early, planting is postponed to spring. In the case when a seedling was acquired late, and the temperature drop came unexpectedly, it can be buried in the area, then covered well with spruce branches. In this form, the plant will survive safely until spring planting.

Where to plant cherries

When choosing a place to grow cherries, the following conditions must be observed:

• there should be no strong drafts in the growing area;
• the place should be well lit;
• Moisture should not stagnate in the soil.

The site is chosen so that the groundwater is at least 1.5 m from the top level of the ground, otherwise the roots will rot. If there is no way to avoid this, you will have to make a drainage ditch to drain the water.

It is better if the cherry tree grows on a natural hill; if there is none, it can be created artificially.

For the necessary pollination, cherries of a different variety are planted nearby; you can also plant grapes, rowan berries - the trees get along well with such neighbors.

The cherry tree should be located 5 m from other fruit plants. It is better not to plant cherries - they constantly get sick and will transfer diseases to cherries, although cherries are an excellent pollinator for cherries.

If the gardener decides on such a neighborhood, it is necessary to carry out simultaneous processing of both types of trees.

Soil for planting

It is prepared a month in advance cherry transplants into the ground. This time is enough for some ground subsidence to occur. If planting will be carried out in the spring, the pit is prepared in the fall. In the case where the soil on the site is clayey, add some sand to it.

In addition, at least 1 bucket of humus or compost is placed in the pit, as well as superphosphate (180 g) and potassium sulfate (90 g). By spring, the soil will be completely ready for planting.

What do you need to know about the seedling?

Plants no older than 2 years are suitable for planting. Seedlings for transplantation should be 75-100 cm in height. It makes no sense to plant plants aged 3 or more years in the ground; they will take root poorly or even die.

The seedling must be healthy, without visible damage. It should have a strong root system, as well as several strong branches (3-4 pieces). Before planting, the roots are wrapped in a damp cloth to prevent them from drying out. Leaves from the tree must be completely removed.

Cherry planting technology

Planting trees of the Bryansk pink cherry variety occurs as follows:

• In the prepared area, dig a hole measuring 0.6 by 0.6 m. The depth should be no more than 0.8 m. If the soil is clayey and does not drain water well, pour crushed stone into a 10 cm layer at the bottom of the hole.
• A peg is dug into the hole to further support the plant.
• Next, fill in the prepared substrate, which is mixed in a small proportion with fertile soil.
• A young tree is planted in the prepared pit. Its roots are carefully straightened and covered with earth.
• The trunk of the plant is tied to a peg.
• Then water with enough water.
• Mulch with peat.

Subtleties of crop care

The plant will require care. Only in this case will it please you with a bountiful harvest at the end of summer.

Watering and loosening

Trees of this type require watering no more than 3 times per season:

• At the beginning of flowering.
• During fruiting.
• Late autumn.

A seedling needs 15 liters; an adult tree will need at least 25 liters of water.

In case of heat, young seedlings are watered once a week in the first year to avoid drying out. Loosening is carried out by first removing the protective layer. After the procedure, the mulch is returned to its original place.

Feeding and fertilizers

In the first year there is no need to apply additional fertilizers. The tree has enough substances that are previously added to the hole before planting.

Subsequently, fertilizing is used during watering. Add to water

1. Superphosphate.
2. Potassium sulfate.

Each substance needs 20 g.

In the fall, urea is additionally added to the solution in the same amount.

Cherry pruning

Pruning is carried out in autumn or spring. This procedure has a positive effect on tree productivity and is also a good disease prevention. The crown is created step by step, over 5-6 years, starting from the lower tier. When the tree is fully mature, only improperly growing, diseased and damaged branches will need to be removed.

Preparing a tree for winter

Despite their high frost resistance, trees should be prepared for the arrival of winter.

To prepare plants for winter, carry out the following steps:

1. In late autumn, before the onset of cold weather, each tree is watered with a sufficient amount of water.
2. Close the trunk.
3. Apply humus mulch to the circle around the trunk.

Plants 3-4 years old are covered with spruce branches or burlap. Tree trunks are protected from rodents by wrapping them in non-woven materials or mesh. It is important to collect snow in the circle around the trunk in winter to protect the roots from freezing when frost sets in.

Protecting cherries from diseases and insects

The main fungal diseases affecting fruit trees are:

• moniliosis;
• Clusterosporiosis;
• coccomycosis.

Such diseases appear in conditions of high humidity. The Bryansk Pink cherry is resistant to diseases, which is why it receives positive reviews from summer residents. The gardener also needs to adhere to the rules of agricultural technology and treat with insecticides.

During fruit ripening, it is better to replace chemicals with products containing natural ingredients. Garlic or onion peels are added to the solution that will be used to treat the trees.

The main insect pests that harm cherries are:

1. Aphid.
2. Cherry fly.
3. Goldentail.
4. Slimy sawfly.

An infusion of wormwood, tobacco dust and wood ash will help get rid of them, and preparations with insecticidal properties will help.

In addition to treating with infusions, you should periodically dig up the soil in a timely manner, remove fallen and damaged leaves, branches, and berries. Remove the insects themselves manually.

Collection, use and storage of crops

The berries must be removed along with the stalk, only in this case they can remain fresh. Transportation is tolerated normally, provided that the container is durable.

The berries are mostly consumed fresh, but they are suitable for canning and long-term freezing.