Apple trees: varieties for Ukraine, cultivation in different areas
The apple tree has long been considered the most popular fruit tree, which grows in every garden. Time goes by, everything changes, and breeders do not sit idle: bring out new varieties of apples, which conquer the hearts of lovers of this fruit. Now it is rare to find varieties Aport, Korobovka, Borovinka - they have long since surrendered their positions, but the latest varieties are gaining momentum. The most interesting varieties of apple trees will be described in our article, and also consider, where you can buy the best apple seedlings in Ukraine.
Summer varieties of apple trees
White poured. Baltic culture, which bears the first fruits in early summer. Very fertile and perfectly preserved in winter. Apples are medium in size, juicy and sweet and sour taste. This variety responds well to pruning, and it is even useful to do it systematically, to avoid disruption of fruiting.
Mantet. The fruits of this tree are medium in size, and sometimes small, but this species is popular for its very thin skin. Mostly have a bright red color with an orange tinge. Ripen in late July or August, depending on weather conditions. However, they spoil very quickly, the consumer period is total 10-15 days after removal from the tree. The disadvantage of this annual variety of apple trees is that, that the yield of the tree is high only at a young age.
Melba. It has large fruits with a striped ruddy color, covered with wax. Apples of this culture have an incredible candy flavor and snow-white flesh, very juicy and great for juices and compotes. Summer apple species do not tolerate transportation, but this class can be stored until December.
Paperwork. Early apple tree with loose flesh, but quite juicy, in excess acid. The disadvantage is the frequency of fruiting and short shelf life.
Autumn varieties of apple trees
Gala. This culture became available to Ukraine in the 1970s, when breeders were alarmed by it, that small fruits will not be accepted in the markets. However, buyers were attracted by the bright color of apples. The adult apple tree gives approximately 55-80 kg of fruit, which are used more in the production of juices.
Delicia. The class was bred in America, but quickly attracted the interest of Ukrainian consumers, as it is especially frost-resistant, is not susceptible to pests and has a stable fruiting. Used for fresh food, as well as for the production of juices.
Liberty. Refers to the early varieties of autumn. There are almost no shortcomings in this apple tree, its fruits are rarely used fresh, and they are best suited for jam, jams and dried fruits.
Glory to the winners. He used to be a huge success, but is now considered a demanding variety due to rising temperatures. Requires a lot of attention and increased care. At the same time the tree will thank with fruits of the highest quality.
Winter varieties of apple trees
Fuji. The variety is bred in Italy, but takes root well throughout Ukraine. Winter variety has excellent taste: fruit honey taste juicy and fragrant. Stored until next year's harvest.
Idared. Bred by breeders of America, but apple trees of this category are easily used in Ukraine in industrial gardens. The fruits reach large sizes, covered with a thin layer of wax. Suitable for any activity: used fresh and in all types of processing.
Golden Delicious. Among winter varieties it is considered the most dessert, most often used fresh. Trees are quite hardy, but highly susceptible to insect attack.
Gloucester. German breeders worked on this species. For scientific purposes and in small quantities for production, the variety is grown in the Sumy region of Ukraine, where you can buy seedlings. The fruits are medium in size and are eaten fresh. They are stored for a long time and are well transported.
Spartan. The species has unusual characteristics for winter apples. Firstly, the color of the fruit is unique - rich burgundy, plum, while covered with a thick layer of wax. Secondly, fruits of huge sizes, slightly flattened at the base. Used for making jams.
Champion. One of the most common species of trees. Apples are eaten fresh. Nothing special category stands out, but popular due to ease of care.
Columnar varieties of apple
Trident. Undersized tree of dwarf culture. Formed from many short twigs, departing from the trunk at right angles. It blooms very intensely, but at the same time the average rate of fruit set. This variety is grown in the Kiev region.
Gin. Undersized tree, reaching a maximum height of two meters, the trunk is smooth and all dotted with red fruits. Fruiting begins a year after planting. In the first 4 years, low yields - up to 5 kg, and then is 12-15 kg per year. The variety is very resistant to disease.
The president. In its description, it is similar to the Gin variety, but the color of the fruit turns green. It is considered a winter variety with high adaptation to pests.
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