Description of the Kokur grape variety, planting and cultivation rules

The Kokur grape variety is considered high-yielding. Its bushes develop quickly and produce large fruits with excellent taste. To achieve success in growing a crop, it is worth providing it with complete and high-quality care. It should include timely pruning and fertilization. Weeding, preparation for winter, protection from diseases and pests are of no small importance.

Description and characteristics of Kokur grapes

This variety is considered high-yielding. Its bushes are characterized by rapid development and rapid maturation of the vine. The plant is decorated with large curly leaves, including 5, 7 or 9 lobes. They are characterized by a large dissection. The leaves below are covered with thick fluff with small bristles.

The flowers are bisexual. Therefore, the variety has excellent productivity even without additional pollinators. The clusters are conical in shape and large in size. They are characterized by medium density.

The weight of the brushes reaches 160-200 grams. With timely watering, they can grow up to 350 grams. The berries are large in size and yellow-green in color. They are characterized by an oval shape. There is juicy pulp inside. Each berry contains 2-3 seeds.

Advantages and Disadvantages of Culture

The main advantages of the plant include the following:

• excellent taste;
• high productivity;
• resistance to frost;
• versatility of the fruit.

The disadvantages of the plant include susceptibility to diseases and pest attacks. The bush may experience the development of mildew and oidium.

Rules for growing the variety

To achieve success in growing Kokur grapes, it is worth considering many important features.

Choosing a landing site

It is recommended to plant grapes on the south or west side of buildings. For normal development, the culture needs sufficient light and warmth.

It is best to plant the bush in the middle of the slope.

Preparation of planting material

To choose planting material, you should focus on the following signs of a quality plant:

• the root cut should be white, not brown;
• when the annual shoot is fully ripened, its cut is rich green;
• if you touch the peephole, it should remain in place;
• It is important that the bush is not overdried.

In order for the plant to quickly adapt to new conditions, before planting it should be placed in clean water for 12-24 hours. It is recommended to cut one-year-old shoots into 3-4 eyes. On the upper nodes, all roots are removed, and on the lower nodes, they are slightly shortened.

Landing technique

To plant the plant, it is worth making a hole measuring 80x80x80 centimeters. It is recommended to make a hill in the center and install a bush on it. Sprinkle with soil and compact it. After which it is recommended to water the bush abundantly.

Recommendations for plant care

In order for the plant to bear fruit abundantly, it must be well cared for. This will ensure rapid development of the bush.

Watering and fertilizing

The plant is watered for the first time after the shelter has been removed for the winter. 1 bush will require 40 liters of water. The second watering is carried out a week before flowering, the third - after its completion. When the fruits begin to ripen, you will have to stop watering. The last time the soil is moistened is 7 days before sheltering for the winter.

Dry fertilizers are applied immediately after removing the insulating layer after winter. To do this, 45 grams of nitrogen, 30 grams of potassium, and 40 grams of superphosphate are used per bush. It is worth making a groove around the plant into which the nutritional composition is added. After which it is sprinkled with a layer of earth.

The second time the bush is fed 7-10 days before flowering. To do this, use a solution of litter or manure. It is also worth adding 15 grams of potassium and 25 grams of superphosphate to it. For 1 bush it is worth taking 10 liters of useful composition.

As the fruits ripen, it is recommended to add 50 grams of superphosphate and 20 grams of potassium to each bush.

Grapes also need foliar feeding. They are combined with spraying bushes against mildew. The nutrient mixture may include substances such as potassium, nitrogen, and phosphorus. You can also use additional elements that the bush needs. These include zinc, molybdenum, manganese, copper.

It is best to use ready-made preparations for this purpose that contain a complex of necessary elements. These include Aquarin, Kemiru, Novofert.

Products containing nitrogen can only be used until mid-summer. If this rule is violated, there is a risk of delayed fruit development.

Trimming

For this variety, a 2-3 sleeve formation is suitable. It is performed on a high standard. In this case, experts advise carrying out long pruning. There should be more than 6-9 buds on the fruit vine.

Preparing for winter

The culture is characterized by insufficient resistance to frost. In the steppe Crimea, there is a risk of freezing of half the buds on open bushes. At the same time, in the east of the southern coast of Crimea, the bushes tolerate winter normally.

To avoid freezing of the plant, it is necessary to properly prepare it for winter. To do this, they prune and lay the shoots in trenches, cover them with spruce branches or special material. When snow falls on the surface of the bush, a snowdrift can form.

Disease and pests

The grape variety is susceptible to oidium and mildew. First of all, the upper parts of the shoots, inflorescences and bunches suffer from diseases. Bordeaux mixture and fungicides will help cope with the problems. The plant may also suffer from grape budworm. Insecticidal preparations help destroy parasites.

Harvest and storage

The variety has an average ripening period.It is recommended to cut the bunches with sharp pruning shears and place them in small boxes.

The fruits have a universal purpose. They are actively used for fresh consumption. Kokur is also used to make juices, cognac, and champagne. Table and dessert wines are produced in Crimea.

The Kokur grape is highly popular because it produces tasty and aromatic fruits. Berries have a universal purpose. To get a bountiful harvest, it is important to provide the bushes with adequate care.