The Frigate variety apple tree is medium in size and has a high annual yield, perfectly withstanding frosty winters. The fruits are large, at least 250 grams each. The fruit has a thick skin and a sweet and sour taste; the flesh does not darken for a long time. Such apples are perfect for making juices, jams, compotes, preserves, as they are rich in vitamins and store well.
Description of the Frigate apple tree
One of the varieties - Frigate - is characterized by frost resistance with a description similar to Antonovka vulgaris. The tree is medium in size and round in shape. The fruits are large, regular in shape, with thin, smooth skin. The apples stand out with a thick red blush. The pulp is fine-grained and juicy.
The apple tree prefers moisture-intensive, fertile soils and loves the sun. Despite this, the fruit tolerates frosty winters well and is able to restore the frost resistance lost during the thaw period.
The frigate species has a high immunity to disease and is resistant to adverse environmental conditions. The fruit is consumed both fresh and dry. It is also used for canning compotes, making wine, juices, jams, preserves, jelly, and mousses.
History of variety development
This variety appeared relatively recently. He was taken out by the Savelyevs and Yushkov. To do this, they crossed two types of apples - Karpovoe and Scala.
The official authors of the variety are N.I. Savelyev, A.N. Yushkov and N.N. Savelyev.
Advantages and disadvantages
Like any other apple variety, Fregate has its advantages and disadvantages. The advantages of such apples include:
- dessert taste;
- uniform coloring of fruits;
- high yield;
- the fruit is large in size and regular in shape;
- the ability to consume it in various forms;
- fruits are rich in vitamins and minerals;
- The fruits should be consumed in winter.
However, the species also has disadvantages: the vegetative parts of the tree do not tolerate frost well, since they have average frost resistance; The period for consuming such apples ends at the end of winter.
Main characteristics of the variety
The Frigate apple tree differs from other varieties in certain fruit parameters, their size and taste.Such fruits have their own characteristics, let’s consider them in more detail.
Tree size
The tree is small in size. It is also called medium height. The crown around the branches is not dense and has a rounded shape. The branches are located relative to the trunk at an acute angle. Growth shoots grow from 4-5 buds. They have a round shape and a red-brown color. The leaves on the tree are large and elongated. The leaves are dark green in color and have a smooth surface.
Fruit tasting
The fruits from this tree have a regular round shape. They give a one-dimensionality of the harvest. The apple funnel is small and narrow, the stalk is small and of medium thickness. Apples are distinguished by their saucer. It is wide and does not imply grooves. The skin of the fruit has a dense consistency with a non-rough surface. The pulp has a dense structure, white-green color, with a sour-sweet aftertaste. The grains in the fruit are small.
According to the data, the tasting score is 4.3-4.5 points. If stored properly, apples of this variety can be consumed until March inclusive.
Frost resistance
According to the data provided by the authors of the variety, after the harsh winter of 2005-2006, the tree bark did not have any particular damage, its degree did not exceed half a point. The apple tree retained 90 percent of its flower buds.
Therefore, we can conclude that the Fregat variety has satisfactory frost resistance, is not afraid of special freezing during average frosts, but may not survive at too low air temperatures, especially at a young age.
Diseases and pests
Among other varieties, Fregate stands out for its absolute immunity to scab; it has the Vf gene.However, depending on the climatic conditions and growing technology, the apple tree can be attacked by insects and fungal diseases:
- powdery mildew - insecticides Skor and Tobaz are used for treatment or the tree is sprayed with Bordeaux mixture;
- caterpillars - destroyed by chemical means, such as Metaphos;
- aphids - to prevent pest invasion, it is necessary to regularly carry out preventive spraying with Karbofos in the spring;
- red mite - destroyed with the insecticide Nitrafen;
- cytoporosis is a fungal disease that appears from improperly organized watering. The disease is difficult to treat and takes a long time, so it is better to spray the plant annually with the chemical Hom;
- apple moth – use Chlorophos and Nitrafen.
Frequency of fruiting
Fregate trees are considered early fruiting varieties. Seedlings begin to actively bear fruit five years after planting. There is no break in the harvest, since the apple tree has good frost resistance and a tendency to self-heal. Fruiting occurs annually.
Productivity
The average harvest volume is 130 kilograms per tree. If the tree is grown in favorable climatic conditions, then these numbers will increase.
Where is the best place to grow?
It is better to grow apple trees in a sunny open space, since the tree does not like darkening. Choose fertile soil.
The pits for planting seedlings are prepared in advance. Each hole is dug one and a half meters deep and at least one meter wide. Place fertile soil and manure on the bottom, only then plant trees.
The main nuance of growing the Fregate variety is the depth of the planting site, since trees often die due to small holes.
From all of the above, we can conclude that this variety is distinguished by its pleasant taste and presentable presentation. These apples can be consumed in any form; they make sweet juices and compotes, cider and sour wine, and also, due to their high pectin content, thick jams and jams.
