Stunning Chamora Turusi Strawberry

The “chamorora turusi” strawberry variety is notable for its large berries, comparable with average apples, the aroma of wild strawberries and high yield - about 2.5 kg per bush with proper agricultural technology!

Its origin is not known for certain, but there is an assumption that it could not have done without Japanese technology. Although there is an opposite version: this form is an amateur one, developed by enthusiastic strawberry breeders. Other names were assigned to the variety: "Kurusi", "Turush".

This variety is late ripe. The first crop in central Russia ripens by June 20, and in the northern regions by July 25. The fruiting is extended, the maximum yield is collected in the 2nd year of cultivation. Admire, what a beauty is all the same - strawberry of “Chamora Turusi”! Photos show her so that saliva begins to collect in her mouth. In addition to a mouth-watering appearance, this variety is also distinguished by such quality as excellent transportability.

The berries are round-conical in shape, they are folded-comb. The weight of each of them is from 80 to 130 g, depending on growing conditions. When fully ripened, they turn dark red and acquire the smell of wild strawberries. The most fragrant berries in August.

Strawberry bushes “Chamorora Turusi” form powerful. Intensive growth is genetically laid in them. Planted in the spring, after two months they are able to appear in all its glory. But it is undesirable to allow fruiting this year, because the root system

not yet fully formed. Removing flower stalks during this period is very difficult. For the sake of the experiment, you can do this on the part of the planted bushes, next year the difference will be obvious.

If you do not properly care for the bushes of this wonderful berry, but only plant it in fertile soil and water it, then the berries will weigh only about 25 g. In order to achieve maximum performance, you will have to work hard. The most difficult thing is to find high-quality planting material grown from the first rosettes on the mustache. It is preferable to transplant strawberries without exposing the root system in order to minimize the survival period. It is impossible to thicken the landing. The optimal layout is 40 x 60 cm.

The beds for planting need to be prepared in advance, introducing organic matter and mineral fertilizers. It is advisable to make borders around the beds 25 cm high (to facilitate shelter at the beginning of the growing season).

Since the “chamorora turusi” strawberries have a powerful root system, fertilizing with fertilizers with a high nitrogen content should not be used, otherwise fruiting will be suppressed by the growth of green mass. But phosphorus-potash spraying on the leaves she just needed.

It is worth mentioning the problems of cultivating such a crop as strawberry “chamorora turusi”. Unfortunately, this variety is not very resistant to fungal diseases, such as brown spotting and gray rot. She needs preventative treatments with appropriate drugs. However, with a complete replacement of planting material after 1-2 years, you can do without them.

The requirements for watering are high, with their shortage the berries are smaller, cavities form inside, the appearance worsens, but the taste only wins from it - it becomes more sweet. An excess of moisture negatively affects the taste and transportability. Strawberry “Chamor” does not tolerate summer heat in the southern regions of Russia, it must be shaded. It is advisable to provide drip irrigation.

To summarize, let’s say that the “chamora turusi” strawberries are an amazing variety! Reviews about it can be diametrically opposite. If there is an opportunity to purchase at least a few high-quality bushes (of course, if the supplier guarantees that this is a variety of "chamor"), it is necessary to use it at least in order to surprise and please loved ones.