It so happens that in the southern regions of the country, cherry is one of the most popular trees in private households. The juicy fruits are widely used for canning and eaten fresh. Surely many people know the Podbelskaya cherry variety. The large and lush crown of this tree looks harmonious in the local area, and during flowering it delights with a fragrant smell.
History of origin of the variety
The Podbelskaya cherry variety was obtained through the selection of two varieties: Lotova and Griot Ostgeimsky.Its name was dedicated to the Prussian Minister of Agriculture, Viktor von Podbelsky. The tree was bred specifically for cultivation in regions with warm climatic conditions.
Description and characteristics of the variety
This cherry grows and bears fruit most successfully in the southern regions. It belongs to varieties with mid-season fruit ripening.
For seedlings planted in the ground, fruiting begins at the 4th year. The harvest takes place in the first half of July.
The Podbelskaya cherry tree does not tolerate cold winters well. It also reacts negatively to the return of spring frosts. At this time, swollen buds may freeze, and emerging flowers may fall off. Therefore, it is optimal to plant this variety in places where the warm period is stable.
The description of the variety notes that this cherry can grow up to 5 meters in height. It has increased productivity. From one tree it is possible to collect up to 13 kilograms of berries per year. When harvesting, it is necessary to use agricultural harvesting equipment or other devices. The crown has a spherical shape, abundantly covered with foliage. As the cherry tree ages, the crown loses its original configuration.
Other characteristics of Podbelskaya cherry:
- The bark on the trunk is smooth, with shallow longitudinal cracks.
- The branches are light brown.
- The leaf blade is matte, dark green in color. Its size can be up to 12 centimeters in length and 6 centimeters in width.
- Spring flowering is abundant, 3-4 flowers in one inflorescence.
- The length of the cutting is approximately 2 centimeters.
Features of cultivation
First of all, before planting seedlings, you need to choose the right site for planting.In this place, groundwater should not rise above 2 meters. Preference is given to fertile soil. The cherry tree tolerates good proximity to plants such as strawberries, alfalfa or legumes. They are recommended to be planted in spaces between rows.
Growing additional plants helps replenish the soil with essential nutrients. After the end of the active growth phase of the cherry, the planting of additional crops can be stopped. In addition, the soil in the near-trunk area is periodically loosened. It is also recommended to carry out loosening after watering.
Feeding
Be sure to apply fertilizer when planting cherries. At the end of the active growth phase of the tree, fertilizers are also applied. Every 3 years, humus is scattered on the ground near the trunk (about 2 grams per 1 square meter). Every spring, fertilizing with superphosphate is carried out (100 grams per 10-20 liters of water).
Trimming
The tree requires pruning annually. The spring pruning procedure is carried out to remove dried and broken branches. At the same time, the dried bark is removed. In addition, to form the crown, formative pruning is carried out, starting from the second year after planting in the ground.
New shoots grow from the cherry root system, which are sometimes used to plant new seedlings. The main reason for their appearance is sometimes dry soil, which damages the roots. Such young shoots protect the root system from frost, but it is still better to get rid of them, since they take nutrients from the tree and create stress on the plant. By removing them, you can provide good access to the tree and make the process easier cherry care.
Mulching the soil
To insulate the root zone and also prevent the appearance of weeds, mulching is carried out. Gravel, pieces of tree bark, peat, last year's dried leaves or hay are used as mulch.
Characteristic
The disadvantage of this variety is the need for pollination by other cherry varieties during flowering.
Possible pollinators
In order for the pollination process to take place, other varieties of pollinating cherries must grow near the planted tree: May Duke, Lotovaya, Griot Ostgeisky, Anadolskaya, English Early or cherry trees.
Fruit
A ripe Podbelskaya berry weighs about 5-6 grams. It is dark burgundy in color. The shape is round. The skin of the cherry is smooth with a characteristic shine. The pulp is dark red. It is juicy, with a clear presence of fiber. The taste is quite pleasant, with a sweet and sour tint. It is used for preservation and various desserts are prepared.
Diseases and pests
This cherry has average resistance to disease and pest damage. Among insects, a tree can be affected by aphids, slimy sawflies or caterpillars. The cherry weevil can attack both flowers and ripe fruits.
Disease Prevention
To cope with insect infestations and prevent their occurrence, the tree is treated with a broad-spectrum insecticide. Also, to prevent the invasion of harmful insects, the trunk is treated with copper sulfate.
You should not plant cherries in lowlands, as stagnant water can damage the root system, which will lead to the death of the tree.
