The Kostelya apple tree has another name - Polish sugar apple. It is considered one of the most popular species. Gardeners love it because the fruits are quite winter-hardy and highly resistant to scab. Often found in gardens located in the southwestern part of Belarus. The trees are durable, have a rounded crown, Koshtelya bears fruit regularly and abundantly.
Description of the variety
An adult apple tree has a rounded, sparse, rounded crown, with branches present.Its popularity lies in the fact that, despite its late fruiting, it tolerates cold well. It is also resistant to putrefactive damage, not susceptible to disease, and pests are rare. The apple tree bears fruit once every two years.
Main features:
- average number of leaves;
- the trunk has many branches;
- as for the description of the leaves - standard, they are oval in shape, color - bright green;
- flowers begin to bloom immediately after the leaves appear;
- tree - long-lived;
- Each time the number of fruits increases.
Apple fruits are green in color and have a round shape. They may differ in size - either very small fruits or flattened shapes. The peel is smooth and has no stains. The shape of the apples is always chiseled. The funnel is wide, but not very deep. The lower saucer has slight ribbing and is also wide.
The peduncle is thick and short. The pulp on the break is slightly greenish, white, dense, moderately sugary. The taste of the fruit is sweet, there is sourness.
Apples of this variety can be easily transported to other cities, while they retain their original appearance well. They give fruit to children even at an early age. Juices, purees, jams and other tasty and healthy dishes are prepared from them.
Characteristics of the Kostela apple tree
The species is considered a late bloomer; apples are stored from November to March. It is believed that the harvest is harvested when the apples are still green. The pulp is aromatic and dense.
By weight, apples are found to be of average size - 130-160 g. The apple tree begins to bear fruit 3-4 years after planting, producing rich, regular harvests. The size of the tree is average - height up to 2.5-3 m, crown slightly spreading.The variety's resistance to frost and disease is at the level of the best immune varieties.
Dimensions
Weight from 130 to 160 grams. The trees themselves do not grow much - the maximum length is 3 meters. The crown is slightly spreading, not dense.
Productivity
It bears fruit approximately 8-12 years after it was planted. Until this time, it gradually grows. With each fruiting, the number of fruits increases.
Frequency of fruiting
The increase in productivity occurs gradually. Each time the number of fruits increases. The larger the apple tree, the greater the yield will be. The fruits are fully ripe by the end of September. But harvesting, as a rule, begins in early October.
Apple tree fruiting may vary depending on the following factors:
- climatic conditions;
- weather conditions in which the apple tree is located while it blooms and pollination occurs;
- age;
- the quality with which care is provided.
All fruits are located tightly on the tree.
Winter hardiness
The tree tolerates cold temperatures, so in our region it is especially popular due to cold winters.
Disease resistance
During its existence, the variety has developed immunity to a large number of various diseases. Apple trees are resistant to scab and fungal diseases.
Gardeners recommend spraying apple trees to achieve good fruiting and avoid infectious diseases that affect a large number of fruit-bearing trees.
Harvest and storage
The harvest ripens late - in the first month of autumn, and harvesting begins in early October. The fruits are dense, so they can be stored for a long time. When storing, it is important to consider that fruits require correct storage conditions.
You can eat apples without any problems even in the first days of autumn. The variety does not overripe, the fruits have a very dense peel and, if necessary, they can be transported over long distances.
What are the varieties?
Based on this variety, it was possible to develop several types of apples; let’s look at them in detail:
- Imant. The tree was selected in Belarus, and the variety was officially registered in 1999. Resistant to diseases, gardeners claim that it has all the best qualities inherent in Koshtel. Scab resistant.
- Trout. This type of apple tree was selected in Latvia. Can be classified as a late, winter variety. The variety has good immunity to rot, scab, and cold. It is highly popular due to regular fruiting and excellent yield.
All fruits of the varieties can be given to children, since they are not allergenic.
Regions of distribution
The variety is mainly distributed in the Gomel and Brest regions in Belarus. Suitable for growing in countries with cold climates due to the fact that it tolerates cold well.
