Description and characteristics of the Belorusskoe sweet apple tree, planting and care

Most apples taste sweet and sour. This characteristic does not apply to the Belarusian sweet apple tree. A winter-hardy, easy-to-care crop, the fruits have a sweet taste and delicate aroma. The use of fruits is universal. Further information about the advantages and disadvantages of the variety, planting, care, and fruiting characteristics of trees.

History of breeding of the Belarusian sweet apple tree

The variety was bred by Belarusian breeders in the second half of the 20th century. Experts crossed Antonovka vulgaris and Pepinka Lithuania. The culture belongs to late winter varieties.

Advantages and disadvantages of the variety

The positive qualities of an apple tree include the following characteristics:

• good frost resistance;
• ability to bear fruit every year;
• disease resistance;
• excellent taste;
• good keeping quality.

No negative qualities were identified. A minor drawback may be the sweet taste of the fruit, which not all consumers like.

additional characteristics

The culture was bred for regions with unfavorable climatic conditions. The apple tree is resistant to many fungal diseases.

Tree height

The variety belongs to medium-sized crops. An adult apple tree reaches a height of 3-3.5 meters. The weight of the fruit causes the shoots to droop, making harvesting easier.

Crown size

Young trees have a conical crown. In an adult apple tree, it becomes round and reaches a diameter of 4 meters. The shoots are located at an acute angle to the central trunk.

Technical description of the culture

Fruit weight is 140-200 grams. The shape is round, the surface is smooth. The top of the skin is covered with a waxy coating.

Productivity

Active fruiting begins from the 3rd year of the tree’s life. A young apple tree can grow 35 kilograms of fruit. 7-10 buckets of fruit are collected from mature plants.

Self-fertility and pollination

The variety is self-fertile.But planting other apple trees nearby increases the yield. You need to choose trees that bloom around the same time.

Taste qualities of the fruit

The peel of the fruit is green, covered with a thick blush. A distinctive feature of apples is the absence of acid. The fruits are sweet and aromatic. The pulp is juicy and tender.

Resistance to sub-zero temperatures

The culture can withstand frosts down to -35 °C. Therefore, trees do not require shelter. Only spring return frosts can have a negative impact on yields.

Lifespan of a tree

The life cycle of the Belarusian sweet apple tree is up to 35 years. The crop actively bears fruit from the 3rd to the 30th years. The quality and quantity of the harvest depends on care.

The nuances of growing in different regions

The culture develops favorably in areas with a temperate climate. She receives standard care. In areas with harsh winters, additional insulation is required.

The root circle is mulched, the trunks are wrapped in agrofibre or burlap.

Features of apple tree fruiting

One of the positive qualities of the Belarusian sweet apple tree is its annual fruiting.

When to expect the first harvest

The first fruits may appear 2-3 years after planting. The yield increases with each season. At the age of 10, an apple tree can produce about 80 kilograms of fruit.

Timing of flowering and fruit ripening

Flowers form in early May. The fruits ripen towards the end of September. Without falling off, they adhere tightly to the stalk. In a cool, dry room, apples can be stored until February.

Apple collection and use

The harvest is harvested in late September or early October. The procedure is carried out in dry weather. The use of apples is universal.They are consumed fresh, dried, frozen. Juices, compotes, jam, and jam are prepared from the fruits.

Features of planting and care

The Belarusian sweet apple tree can grow and bear fruit for 30-35 years, so seedlings and planting sites are carefully selected. It is best to purchase trees from a reputable nursery. They can also be purchased from reliable sellers in the market.

We prepare seedlings

1-2 year old trees are purchased for planting. At this age, plants adapt more easily to new conditions. The seedlings should not have stains, dents, or other signs of disease and pest damage.

Choosing the best place and preparing the ground

The apple tree prefers to grow in a well-lit place not blown by northern winds. The groundwater table must be low. The soil is suitable loamy, sandy loam, black soil. The hole is dug 2 weeks before planting the apple tree.

Its bottom is filled with drainage and a 15-centimeter layer of soil mixed with fertilizers.

Disembarkation dates and scheme

The apple tree is planted in open ground in spring or autumn. If several trees are planted, the distance between them is 3-4 meters. A hole is dug measuring 80x80 centimeters. Planting is done as follows:

• the prepared pit is filled with fertile soil;
• an apple tree is planted in the middle, having first straightened the roots;
• covered with earth;
• water abundantly;
• mulch with sawdust, peat, straw.

A peg is driven in next to the tree. An apple tree tied to it will grow steadily, without bending under gusts of wind.

Caring for seedlings in the first year

Immediately after planting, the crop is watered abundantly. In dry times, the soil in the root circle is irrigated every 2-3 weeks.Mulching material is used to retain moisture. For the winter, the trunks of young trees are wrapped in non-woven material.

How to care for a mature tree

A grown apple tree requires more care. Water it 3-4 times per season. In spring, feed with nitrogen. Before flowering and during the period of fruiting, mineral fertilizers are used. Several times a year, trees are treated with special preparations for preventive purposes. Sanitary pruning is carried out throughout the season. At the same time, diseased, broken, dry branches are removed. To ensure that the crown is well blown by the wind and that the fruits have enough sunlight, formative pruning is performed.

Is it necessary to cover a tree for winter?

The Belarusian sweet apple tree can withstand frosts down to -35 °C. Therefore, when growing in temperate climates, shelter is not required. Increasing frost resistance will be facilitated by moisture-recharging irrigation carried out in mid-autumn. To protect against rodents, the trunks are whitened and covered with burlap.