Description and characteristics, pros and cons of the Izyuminka grape variety and growing rules

Beginners and experienced gardeners are advised to pay attention to the characteristics of the Izyuminka grape, which has attractive qualities - taste and appearance. The fruits are often used to make raisins. You should prepare for some difficulties; growing a crop is not easy and will require a lot of effort and skill.

History of the development of the Izyuminka variety

The Izyuminka variety was obtained by crossing Cardinal grapes and Chaush. The hybrid was bred in one of the Ukrainian institutes several decades ago. The grape got its name for a reason; the fruits make delicious raisins.

Features of culture

Like all grape varieties, Izyuminka has a number of advantages and disadvantages, which are best familiarized with in advance in order to avoid annoying shortcomings.

pros

Izyuminka has many advantages, so even difficulties in care do not stop berry lovers. Among the advantages:

• taste of berries;
• fruit juiciness;
• versatility of application;
• brush size;
• stable increase in yield (every year the size of the berries and the number of clusters increase);
• transportability;
• saturation of fruits with sugar and useful elements.

The advantages also include the speed of development of the bushes - with proper care, grapes produce shoot growth of up to 40 cm within a year.

Minuses

The Izyuminka variety also has many disadvantages. Grapes are capricious; they require soil rich in nutrients and regular application of nutrients. Weak immunity is another disadvantage of the culture. You will have to regularly use chemicals against infection with infectious diseases.

External description of the grapes

There is nothing remarkable in the external characteristics of the variety, but it is better to read the description in advance.

Bush and leaves

The Izyuminka bush is powerful, grows quickly, produces a lot of lateral growth, which is recommended to be removed. The leaves are medium-sized, five-fingered, with fluff on the lower part. The foliage color is dark green.

Type and taste of berries

The berries are large and oblong in shape.The weight of a bunch often exceeds half a kilogram. The pulp is dense, sweet, the skin is thin, easy to bite. The shade of the brush is dark burgundy.

Characteristics of the variety

It is recommended to understand the characteristics of the variety in advance; this will allow you to adequately cope with the cultivation of grapes.

Frost resistance

The variety does not tolerate wintering well, so it is recommended to use shelter. Even at a frost of 20 degrees, the crop can die.

Productivity

Zest produces an excellent harvest (more than 100 centners per hectare), but this only applies to adult grape plants that have received proper care. Young bushes produce only a few kilograms of fruit.

Immunity to diseases

When growing Izyuminka grapes, you will have to deal with numerous diseases; the variety is susceptible to almost all infectious diseases of fruit crops. The use of chemicals for preventive purposes will partially avoid damage to bushes.

In what areas is it recommended to plant?

Growing Raisin is recommended in regions with a temperate or warm climate. In harsh conditions, bushes will not survive even under warm shelter.

Growing rules

Much depends on strict compliance with the requirements when planting young bushes.

Planting cuttings

It is recommended to plant cuttings in the spring. Send the planting material into open ground, cover it with a plastic bottle or build a greenhouse. Roots appear after 3-5 months. Caring for cuttings is simple - regular watering and ventilation.

Caring for a young seedling

Caring for a young seedling is simple - provide it with the necessary amount of moisture, nutrients, and protect it from adverse external influences.

Features of agricultural technology

The main rule that is recommended for growing Izyuminka grapes is to adhere to all the requirements of agricultural technology.

Irrigation mode

It is recommended to moisten the soil weekly during warm seasons. The amount of water for one Izyuminka bush is up to 20 liters. Loosening the soil is necessary; this will allow moisture to penetrate deep to the roots.

When and what to fertilize

Apply fertilizing three times per season. It is recommended to use complex formulations with a predominance of potassium. A deficiency of the element will lead to a decrease in growth rate and the appearance of small brushes.

Trimming and garter

Zest produces strong growth, so annual pruning is indispensable. Remove thickened, dry shoots, inspect the plant after wintering and cut out frozen vines.

Seasonal treatment against diseases and pests

From the appearance of buds to the formation of ovaries, it is recommended to carry out preventive treatments against diseases and insects. Home remedies will not bring the desired effect - use chemicals.

Winter shelter

For winter shelter, use spruce branches, chopped straw, and special textiles. The vines must be laid on a thick “cushion” of pine needles, which will prevent damage to the vines by melt water.

In winter, hill up with snow - the snow cover will protect the grapes in severe frosts. With the onset of spring, snow removal and melt water can cause plants to rot.

Fruiting period

The variety belongs to medium-ripening crops; you need to go for the first fruits in mid-August. Remove the brushes carefully using garden shears. Immediately after harvesting, send for processing or storage.

In a cool room, Izyuminka grapes can be stored for up to one and a half months.Pre-sort the berries, leaving only dense, fully ripened clusters for storage. It is not for nothing that the Izyuminka grape is valued by gardeners for its qualities; in taste, this species is confidently the leader among table and dessert grape varieties. Disadvantages in cultivation, demanding and capriciousness of the bushes are minor little things that are compensated by their delightful taste and persistent aroma.