For many gardeners, growing the Pamyat Enikeev cherry variety has already become a tradition, because the tree has many positive qualities. The plant does not require special attention, is quite hardy, and bears fruit well. Another advantage is resistance to cool conditions, diseases, and insects.
History of selection
Enikeev’s memory is the product of the work of breeders at the Moscow station. The variety received its name thanks to one of the creators.The crop was obtained by crossing two varieties - Korinka and Zhukovka. After 2000, Memory of Enikeev was distributed among different regions of Russia, where cherries passed the tests with dignity and quickly gained popularity.
Description
The description of the variety should begin with the fruits. Juicy sweet pulp, delicate texture, and dessert taste allow you to use cherries fresh.
The seeds are easily separated from the pulp; the drupes are quite small.
The Pamyat Enikeev cherry tree itself is no different from its relatives - a lush crown, large leaves. The root system is compact, which allows trees to be planted at a short distance.
Cherry appearance
It is difficult to determine the variety by the appearance of the plant - Pamyat Enikeev has no special signs. The culture can be distinguished at the time of flowering (the inflorescences resemble tiny glasses) or after the fruits appear.
Tree
The height of the tree is up to 3 m. The bark of a young plant is dark gray, becoming brown with age. The crown is lush, fruiting occurs on branches collected in bunches.
Fruit
The fruits are large, with good care they grow up to 5 g. The taste of the berries is reminiscent of cherries. In the southern regions, cherries are sweeter, although climatic conditions do not affect the size of the fruit.
Characteristics of the variety
Enikeev's memory is self-fertile - pollinators are not needed. Peak fruiting is the 7th year after planting. Ripening occurs in mid-June.
Tolerates drought and cold well. The shoots and buds are frost-resistant, so even spring frosts will not harm the plant.
Productivity
Proper care allows you to get up to 15 kg of berries from an adult plant. Dry summers, lack of watering and fertilizing will affect the number of fruits - no more than 10 kg.
Climate Resilience
Memory Enikeev tolerates frosts well; only young plants need covering. Heat has a detrimental effect on trees, so regular watering will be necessary.
Advantages and disadvantages
The main advantages of culture include:
- sustainability;
- unattractive to insects;
- rare diseases;
- productivity.
Disadvantage: Frequent pruning will be required. Cherry has a tendency to form basal shoots, which will have to be removed regularly.
Planting and care
Planting is no different from planting other fruit crops. The main thing is to choose a sunny area without drafts or strong wind gusts.
Landing
Plant in a pre-prepared soil mixture - a combination of turf, humus, and river sand. On poor soils, add compost and peat. On sandstones, add clay to the composition.
Watering and loosening
Watering is carried out as needed. In summer - once a week. For an adult tree - up to a bucket of water. Before adding liquid, it is recommended to carry out loosening, while simultaneously removing weeds.
Trimming
In the fall, carry out drastic pruning to form the crown - remove side shoots and thickened branches. In the spring, it is recommended to carry out sanitary treatment - cut out shoots that have frozen over the winter.
Top dressing
It is recommended to use rotted organic matter as a top dressing. It is not necessary to prepare solutions - in the fall, spread a nutrient layer around the trunk and sprinkle with soil. Melt water will continue the process and send useful elements into the soil.
Preparing for winter
Only wrap young plants before wintering. In harsh climatic conditions, also wrap up. Use spruce branches, special agrofibre, burlap.
Prevention and treatment of coccomycosis
Coccomycosis is a disease that affects Enikeev’s Memory quite rarely. For prevention, it is recommended to use copper sulfate (spraying before the buds appear). After flowering, apply “Chorus”, “Strobe”. Remove affected shoots completely and burn immediately.
Diseases and pests
Another disease that affects the crop is moniliosis. Using chemicals is the only way to save the plant. Spraying is carried out with copper-based products. Pests almost never settle on cherries, but it is recommended to use insecticides and folk remedies for preventive purposes even before flowering.
Memory Enikeev is a variety that will not cause any trouble and will reward you with a harvest of delicious berries for little effort. The main thing is to follow the rules recommended by agricultural technology, add the required amount of moisture, do not refuse fertilizing, and monitor for diseases and pests.
