Daria grapes are a hybrid form of culture, which is distinguished by an early ripening of clusters and a pleasant muscat taste. But in order to achieve fruiting stability, it is necessary to familiarize yourself with the characteristics of this variety. This will help to avoid critical errors in care and not be disappointed in the final result.
Description and photos of Daria grapes
This species was obtained by crossing the species qualities of the Kesh hybrid and the universal Druzhba variety. This selection work was carried out by V. N. Krainov. The main purpose of crossing these species was to develop a hybrid resistant to the main diseases of the culture, such as oidium and mildew. And the final result of selection fully met expectations.
Daria grapes are characterized by vigorous bushes up to 2.5 m. The vine ripens well during the season. The leaves of the hybrid are five-lobed with slots and characteristic teeth along the edge. They have a deep green hue.
According to the description, Daria grapes (photo above) have bisexual flowers, which guarantees a stable ovary of fruits, regardless of weather conditions. Fruiting of the bush occurs for 2-3 years after planting a seedling in a permanent place. Since Daria is an early ripe species, this species is suitable for cultivation not only in the southern, but also in the central and northern regions with mandatory shelter for the winter.
The hybrid has a heart-shaped cluster. Berries at the time of technical maturity acquire an amber hue. Fruits are oval, medium size. The peel is dense, eaten. The pulp is juicy with 2-3 seeds. The taste of the fruit is unobtrusively nutmeg.
Bunches of Daria grapes have a dense or medium-loose structure. Their weight is 700-900 g. The hybrid is resistant to pea and is characterized by high commercial qualities.
Specifications
According to the description, Daria grapes (photo above) have an early ripening period, so harvesting can be carried out in the first half of August. Later ripening clusters indicates overload of the bush.
Thanks to the dense skin of the fruit, the hybrid has a long shelf life of 1 month. Grapes of this type are distinguished by their universality of application, therefore it can be used for fresh consumption and for processing.
According to the description, Daria grapes have the following qualities:
- sugar accumulation - 21-24%;
- acidity - 5 g / l;
- tasting taste assessment - 8-9 points;
- frost resistance - -23 degrees;
- weight of berries - 12-14 g;
- the average weight of the bunch is 700-900 g;
- ripening period - 105-115 days;
- the number of fruitful shoots 65-85%;
- disease resistance - at the level of 3 points.
When growing this type of culture, it is recommended to use an average pruning of the vine for 6-8 eyes. The total load on the bush should be within 30-35 eyes, since ignoring this rule will slow down the ripening of fruits and reduce the yield of berries.
Landing Features
The hybrid is not demanding on the composition of the soil, but does not tolerate stagnation of moisture and drying out of the root. Daria gives maximum productivity when grown on sandy and loamy soils.
The place for planting a seedling should be open, sunny, so the southern, western and south-western sides of the plot are ideal. When planting, the distance between seedlings 1-1.5 m in a row and 5-6 m to the nearest trees should be observed.
Grapes can be planted in spring or autumn in this order.
- Dig a hole 50 cm deep and 40 cm wide.
- Place broken brick or crushed stone 10 cm high at the bottom.
- Pour a layer of earth on top and make a small mound in the center.
- Lower the roots of the seedling into a mash, consisting of 1 part clay and 2 parts humus.
- Place the plant in the center on a hill, spread the roots.
- The root neck should be located 5 cm higher from the soil surface.
- Next to the seedling you need to place a wooden support.
- Sprinkle the hole with earth, gently shaking the stalk to fill all the voids.
- Tamp the soil at the base.
- Water the plant by pouring 20-30 liters of water under the root.
- Trim the shoots for 2 buds.
- The day after planting, loosen the soil around the seedling and mulch with humus or peat.
The life potential of the grape bush is 20 years, so you must immediately properly place the plant on its site. The stability of the crop and the quality of the bunches directly depend on this.
Further care
In the future, it is recommended to adhere to simple recommendations for care.
As the seedling grows, it is necessary to use a support, and then wooden trellises, which will reduce the likelihood of damage to the vine by redistributing the load of the bush.
In the absence of seasonal rainfall, it is recommended to conduct regular watering of the seedling. During the period of pouring berries (2 weeks before harvesting), irrigation should be stopped to prevent cracking of the fruit. If necessary, it is better to use drip irrigation between rows.
Throughout the season, it is recommended to carry out 3 feeding:
- during the active growing season - with nitrogen fertilizers;
- before flowering - phosphorus-potash and organic fertilizers;
- during the formation of fruits - phosphorus-potassium fertilizers.
A few days before flowering, experts recommend pinching young shoots, which contributes to the formation of large clusters. Ripe fruits must be left for several days on the plant, which will enrich their taste.
In the central and northern regions, grapes must be sheltered for the winter. To do this, remove the vine and lay it on the soil. Insulate the root by pouring an additional layer of soil 10 cm thick and compact. Land for this should be taken at a distance of at least 1.5-2 m from the bush, so as not to accidentally expose the roots.
To shelter the shoots, agrofibre, spruce branches or burlap should be used, that is, only those materials that are able to breathe, otherwise the shoots can vytryat.
It is necessary to cover plants when the air temperature is stable below 0, since these shelters attract field mice. Rodents eat the bark at the base of the bush, which subsequently leads to the death of the plant.
Diseases and pests
Daria grapes are highly resistant to gray rot, high - to mildew and medium - to oidium. Therefore, to obtain a good harvest, it is enough to carry out no more than 2-3 treatments with fungicides throughout the season.
According to gardeners, this hybrid is not damaged by wasps. In addition, Daria grapes are highly immune to the effects of common crop pests, such as spider mites, leaf moths, phylloxera.
Grade Benefits
This hybrid has several advantages, among which the following can be distinguished:
- early ripening, which allows the cultivation of Daria grapes in regions with a harsh climate;
- stable ovary and fruiting;
- pleasant nutmeg taste;
- undemanding to the care and composition of the soil;
- long shelf life of fruits (1 month);
- good transportability;
- resistance to diseases and pests;
- high life potential of the bush;
- large size of clusters;
- propagated well by cuttings;
- fast growth, good ripening of the vine;
- high level of frost resistance.
disadvantages
According to experts, the following qualities can be attributed to the minuses of the variety:
- freezing of the bush in the central and northern regions in the absence of shelter in the winter;
- decrease in fruit quality under excessive load of the bush.
Reviews
According to gardeners, the hybrid form of Daria grapes managed to incorporate the best qualities of their ancestors. As a result, this species is not only distinguished by its beautiful appearance and taste of clusters, but also has increased resistance to common diseases and pests. These crop qualities make it possible to achieve good and stable yields with minimal care for the plant.
But you can also find unflattering reviews of Daria grapes. In most cases, they relate to the water content of the berries under the condition of a rainy summer. But, according to gardeners themselves, this problem can be solved by leaving ripened clusters on the bush for 7-10 days.
From everything it becomes clear that Daria grapes are a worthy type of culture that is worth paying attention to.