Viticulture is now in fashion and is gaining more and more fans. Many tend to have at least a small number of bushes of these berries on their site. However, what exactly attracts one or another variety to gardeners and gardeners? The answers to this question can be completely different. But Zarnitsa grapes won fans thanks to the yield and quality.
Gardener's dream
The variety is quite young. Usually, in order to win the love of summer residents and gain fans, it takes a lot of time. However, the Zarnitsa grape variety for twenty years of its existence has done what many achieve in a much longer period. The breeder Kraynov, who is its creator, has set himself the task of developing such a grape variety that will be resistant to cracking and decay. His dream came true when he received a hybrid of the well-known varieties Talisman and Kishmish.
Zarnitsa grapes absorbed the best qualities from their "parents". Thanks to this, the berries turned out to be tasty, resistant to rot and disease, and the bushes themselves gave excellent yields. In addition, the berries turned out to be very rich in vitamin C, which favorably affects human immunity.
Grade description
Zarnitsa - grapes described in this article have medium-sized leaves. Their lower part is covered with a velvety fluff. The flowers in this variety are bisexual, so pollination is very high quality. Bushes are tall.
The vegetative period in this variety lasts up to 115 days. The weight of one bunch can reach one and a half kilograms, its shape is conical-cylindrical. The shape of the berries resembles a somewhat elongated egg. Very attractive color of berries, which has a light amber hue, is very attractive.
Grapes Zarnitsa has excellent taste, high sugar content, dense crisp flesh. The variety can withstand frosts to minus 23 degrees. Suitable for both food and winemaking.
Landing
Growing grapes from cuttings at home for an experienced grower is absolutely no difficulty. The zarnitsa fits this very well: the rooting rate is huge. For planting plants, you should choose a soil rich in nutrients. Also, the vine will be grateful for the timely feeding. If the soil is clay, then you need to take care of its good drainage.
A pit for planting is made about 100 * 100 cm in size. A layer of fertilizers and ash is laid on its bottom, on top of which a layer of wood sawdust lies. Growing grapes from cuttings at home is quite easy, so getting a quality planting material will be very simple for you.
Disease resistance
Not in the last place when choosing a particular variety for planting is resistance to various diseases. Zarnitsa grapes, reviews of which are very positive, have excellent resistance to all kinds of diseases and pests. However, in wet climates and high temperatures, it is recommended to spray Bordeaux mixture for prevention. This is done in the spring, during the growing season.
Grape pruning
It should be noted that Zarnitsa grapes are perfectly combined also with stocks. Its seedlings should be cut to six to eight eyes. However, as an exception, two or three are allowed. In total, about 35-40 eyes should be left on the bush, as well as one bunch for escape. Care should be taken to timely removal of stepsons and shoots that prevent the sun from penetrating the bush and contribute to the accumulation of sugar in berries.
In order for the plant to better prepare for wintering and strengthen the root system, it is recommended to feed it with superphosphate in the fall.
Grape care
In general, Zarnitsa is an unpretentious variety that does not need special care. Even with minimal attention, he is able to surprise with a crop. However, the plant will be grateful for timely top dressing with mineral and organic fertilizers. In the spring, you can use the nitrogen complex of fertilizers, which will contribute to the development of new shoots and leaves.
When berries begin to ripen, vineyards are best fed with potash fertilizers.
Preparing for the winter
Zarnitsa is an unapproachable variety, but if in your region in winter the temperature drops below 23 degrees, then the plant must be covered. However, before this, the vine should be trimmed, remove the whips and wrap them with cloth. It is desirable to lay the vine in such a way that it does not touch the ground (for example, on a sheet of plywood). On top of this, a layer of earth is poured and covered with a film or canvas.
However, as the vine will be laid, it is recommended to put poison for mice. During the wintering process, rodents can damage the lashes.
Variety Zarnitsa has proven itself both when grown on private farmsteads and on farms. Due to its unpretentiousness and excellent taste, the fruits are very popular both among winemakers and fruit sellers. If you start this variety in your area, then you will not have to regret it unequivocally. With minimal cost and effort, you can get an excellent result and please not only your family members, but also your neighbors, relatives, friends.
Reviews of winegrowers about this variety leave no doubt that the variety Zarnitsa is worthy of your attention. It perfectly takes root, gives a plentiful harvest and delights with the taste of berries.