Description and characteristics of Arbat raspberries, growing technology

Arbat raspberries are known for their taste and strong shoots. In all respects, this hybrid meets the standards.

History of variety development

To create the hybrid, 2 varieties of Scottish raspberries were taken.V.V. Kichina took part in the development. The first copy was received in 1988, and officially adopted in 1996.

Description and characteristics of the Arbat variety

This raspberry variety attracts the attention of gardeners due to its good qualities. The yield of Arbat raspberries directly depends on this. Gardeners are interested in getting the best specimens, since the variety of varieties is very large.

Bushes

The height of the bushes is up to two meters. The Arbat variety of raspberries has quite strong and strong shoots that form the bush itself. The crown itself is spreading. There are no thorns, which allows you to pick berries without injury or damage. Young shoots are considered to be branches 1-2 years old. Typically their color ranges from light green to light brown. Fruiting begins on shoots that have reached the age of two years, as well as on more mature branches.

Raspberries are gifted with a huge number of leaves, their size also depends on age. Usually there are small teeth along the edges of the leaf. The foliage ranges from dark green to light green with a waxy coating.

Berries

The berries of the plant are large, their length is 2-4 centimeters. Weight from 5 to 13 grams. The berries are oblong and resemble a cone. The color of Arbat raspberry fruits is deep red or dark red. The seeds are very small, so they are hard to notice. The fruits are juicy and have an excellent sweet and sour taste. But, unfortunately, there is almost no smell.

Area of ​​application of fruits

Raspberry Arbat is not a remontant variety. At home, berries are most often used to twist compotes, preserves and jams. It is also very useful to eat berries fresh or add them to pies and other baked goods.

Sometimes the fruits are dried or frozen in the freezer to more or less preserve their original appearance.

Resistance to diseases and pests

The plant is quite resistant to various diseases and pest attacks, but like other varieties it can be affected by infection. The most important “guests” of this variety are considered to be the raspberry beetle and spider mite.

These insects overwinter in the soil, so it is important to loosen the soil when preparing raspberries for winter. Also, from time to time, preventive spraying and treatment of plants with special substances is carried out to reduce the risk of disease.

Drought resistance, frost resistance

Raspberries of the Arbat variety need constant watering, since the size and taste of the fruit, as well as the overall productivity of the bush, depend on this. Speaking about winter hardiness, it can be noted that the plant tolerates winters well, which is why it is also grown in the northern regions of the country. Only in this case, to increase the chances of survival, the bushes are insulated. Raspberries are drought-resistant, but this should not be overused, as infrequent watering will kill the plant.

Fruiting and productivity

Arbat is included in the list of high-yielding varieties. Fruiting is mid-early, the first berries are harvested from early June to August. The date varies depending on the growing region and weather conditions. Lack of sun in the first months of summer can slow down the ripening process.

In general, gardeners assess the yield of the variety as suitable according to the standards.

Positive and negative aspects of the variety

Like any other plant, raspberries have their pros and cons:

• The variety is famous for its high yield and regular fruiting.
• Raspberries are large and sweet.
• There are almost no thorns.
• Raspberries are resistant to disease, cold and drought.
• The fruits can be transported, they will not lose their taste and shape.
• Disadvantages may be weaknesses to certain diseases.

Growing raspberries

Planting itself is not difficult; caring for the plants is a very important part here. Gardeners are trying to provide the raspberry fields with the necessary fertilizers and high-quality watering.

When to plant

To plant in spring or autumn, it is important to choose seedlings with a closed root system. If there are no such seedlings, then planting is carried out in the fall. Choose a sunny day. It is important that there is no strong wind, since the young plant may not withstand strong gusts, and the root system is not yet stable in the soil.

Selection and preparation of a landing site

Choose an area with fertile soil, low acidity, and sunny terrain. If the soil lacks nutrients, it should be fertilized and mulched before planting. The area should not be covered with trees or a wall, as tall plantings will shield the raspberries from the sun, causing their growth to be very slow and the fruits to be small.

It is important to plant raspberries away from other plants that are attacked by pests. If raspberries are grown for several years, then the planting area is changed from time to time so that it has the opportunity to “rest”.

Planting seedlings

Seedlings are selected without characteristic damage and diseases. Check the root system in advance. Before planting the plant, it is first placed in a solution of potassium permanganate. Before planting, the roots are placed in a mixture of clay and manure or humus.

The planting process begins by digging a hole 45-50 centimeters wide. Depth 30-35 centimeters. Wood chips or bark are placed at the bottom of the hole. You can also add peat or rotted sawdust. Then add a layer of fertile soil.

The seedling is lowered into the hole, monitoring the position of the roots.In order for the plants to become stronger, sometimes two seedlings are placed in one hole, which later grow together into one bush. Afterwards, the hole with raspberries is filled with earth and compacted well. The soil is lightly trampled and watered.

Tips for caring for raspberries

Care is the most important part in growing raspberries. It is important to regularly water the plants, fertilize and trim.

How to water

Although the variety can go without water for a long time, this, of course, will harm the raspberries. Watering is not carried out so often, but this procedure should be plentiful, since the roots of the Arbat raspberry variety grow very deeply.

To ensure better absorption of the liquid, after irrigation the soil around the bush is loosened.

Watering is stopped in November, when preparations for the winter period begin.

What to feed

Fertilizers begin to be applied in the second year of life. The first feeding is carried out in the spring. Typically these are nitrogen fertilizers. Inorganic fertilizers are applied annually. Manure and humus are used once every two years.

In May, mullein with water is used, which can be applied as an irrigation. In July, the drug “Ideal” is used. In the last month of summer, a solution of potassium sulfate and water is used.

Trimming

Branches and shoots that have finished bearing fruit are pruned to fit the base of the bush. In spring, old shoots are cut to the base, and young ones only at the top. Specimens are tied up only as needed, in cases where the plant is weak or has too many berries.

Preparing for winter

In warm regions of the country, raspberries are not insulated, but only trimmed. In areas where the temperature drops to 30 degrees below zero, the shoots are bent and covered.

Disease and pest control

Pests and diseases often cause the death of a bush.In order to avoid drying out, the raspberries are treated with different solutions from time to time. To combat the raspberry beetle, “Karbofos” is used. To get rid of this insect, old and diseased bushes are also cut out, and in the spring the Arbat is treated with Bordeaux mixture.

In hot weather, spider mites may appear on raspberries. Their invasion threatens the death of plants in the first year of life. For control, the acaricide Actellik 500 EC is used. This is done when the flowers are just beginning to form.

Harvest and storage

Another positive quality of this hybrid is that after ripeness the berries do not fall off. The fruits are easy to collect due to the lack of thorns.

After picking, the berries are used for culinary purposes. The fruits release juice only on the second day. You can use drying after collection, which will allow you to use the product as a medicinal drug.

Reproduction methods

Reproduction is carried out by dividing the bush; this method gives a greater chance of successful breeding. Root suckers are also used.