The market for horticultural crops today offers a wide variety of apple tree varieties, among which certain types of fruit trees traditionally occupy leading positions. These include the Pamyat Syubarova apple tree, so experienced gardeners advise paying attention to it and studying the characteristics of the unique plant, recommendations on the most favorable growing regions.
Description of the variety and features
The Apple tree in Memory of Syubarova appeared as a result of the work of Belarusian breeders who conducted experiments on crossing two fruit species - Seruel, Belarusian sinap. The result of many years of work was the appearance of a winter variety of apples with decent taste and the ability to be stored for a long time.
Pros and cons of the variety
The undoubted advantages of the apple tree variety include a high degree of resistance to difficult growing conditions, including those related to the climatic characteristics of the regions. The advantages of a fruit tree include the following:
- regularity and stability of fruiting;
- long shelf life;
- resistance of leaves and fruits to scab;
- ability to withstand low temperatures;
- special taste characteristics.
Apples of the Pamyati Syubarova variety must be removed from the tree on time. If it is delayed, darkening of the pulp in the area of the heart may occur, which negatively affects the taste of the fruit and the quality of its storage.
Characteristics
The Pamyati Syubarova apple tree is a late-ripening species; the fruits are used for long-term storage and fresh consumption during periods of scarcity of fresh fruits. Under proper conditions, fruits are able to retain their taste and external qualities until May. The apples are medium in size, the predominant color is light green with a blurred striped blush. The fruits of this variety are distinguished by white juicy pulp and dense structure.
Tree structure, annual growth
The apple tree variety is classified as medium-sized. The tree forms a rounded compact crown with an average degree of density. The leaf blades are not large in size; they have an elongated shape with a slight point at the end.
The tree has straight brown shoots.In the autumn, branches that are damaged or show signs of disease are pruned. In the spring, it is necessary to form the crown by cutting the crown at a height of 80 cm. The distance between the side branches is left at least 50 cm. The cut ends should produce lateral branches, which contributes to the rejuvenation of the plant and improves the formation of buds.
Frequency of fruiting
The apple tree is grown on seed and dwarf rootstocks. The time at which the crop begins to be harvested depends on the method chosen. With the first option, the first fruits are obtained after 5-6 years, with the second the period is shorter and is 2-3 years. The crop is formed according to a mixed pattern, which allows for constant fruiting.
Productivity
Medium-sized fruits reach an average weight of 135 to 140 g. When testing the variety and identifying the characteristics of its fruiting, the average yield was 190 c/ha.
Tasting assessment
The late winter apple variety reaches its proper taste by the beginning of the winter season. In this regard, the fruits are stored for storage and taken out for consumption in early January, and they can be used for these purposes until June.
Reviews note the dense, juicy structure when bitten and a faint aroma. On a scale of 5 points, a pleasant sweet and sour flavor is rated as 4.6. 100 g of product contains 10 mg of ascorbic acid, sugar is 9.5%.
Winter hardiness
The winter hardiness of the apple tree is assessed as high. Trees are able to tolerate low temperatures for a long time. Only young, poorly rooted shoots are subject to freezing. If there is damage from frost, sanitary pruning of branches is carried out, which contributes to the rapid restoration of the apple tree.
Disease resistance
When breeding the variety, Belarusian scientists set the task of breeding a tree resistant to fungal diseases. Good tolerance of this type of disease is inherent in the apple tree at the genetic level, so it retains the marketable appearance of the fruit well even when a fungal infection occurs.
The most favorable regions for cultivation
Initially, the variety was bred for cultivation in Belarus. Since 2002, it began to be planted everywhere in the Russian regions. Successful results were observed in the following regions:
- Central;
- North-West;
- Volga-Vyatka.
The qualities of resistance and good adaptation of the variety to growing conditions give specialists the opportunity to count on good harvest results in other Russian regions.
