A strawberry variety called the Tradeswoman appeared not so long ago. It was bred by domestic breeders. The strawberry merchant, described by experienced gardeners, is a popular species. Due to resistance to frost, as well as the unique taste and aroma, these berries tend to grow many summer residents on their site.
The features that the Merchant has, as well as the general principles of its cultivation, must be learned before planting strawberries in the garden. This will allow you to get a plentiful harvest of this unusual tasty berry.
general characteristics
The result of the work of domestic breeders in the 80s of the last century was the strawberry Kupchikha. Description (photo below) of the variety indicates its high yield. Breeder Aydzhanova S.D. crossed varieties of European strawberries and large-fruited garden strawberries. The result is a plant that some today call zemklunikoy.
Tradeswoman belongs to the berries of the second generation. It is devoid of varietal flaws. Due to this, the presented type of berries is characterized by high productivity, large berries. The plant does not release an excessive amount of mustache.
The presented variety is winter-hardy. Due to this, it is grown in the middle zone of the Russian Federation. European strawberries gave this variety its wonderful taste and aroma, and garden strawberries allow you to pick large berries. This is a popular variety today, which is grown by many domestic gardeners and summer residents.
Grade description
Strawberry Kupchikha, the description of the variety of which is presented in the article, bears fruit elongated berries (up to 3-4 cm). The fruit mass is about 20-25 g. The color of the berries is saturated red. Even a slightly purple hue is present. The first berries that appear on the bushes are characterized by the largest size.
The variety is medium early. Berries are easy to collect and transport. Due to this, the Merchant is widely represented on sale. From one bush you can collect up to 300 g of berries. However, this is possible with proper care.
The first harvest occurs in late June. Under adverse weather conditions, the period of active fruiting may shift to early July. Externally, the plant looks like garden strawberries. The bushes are neat in shape. A lot of outlets appear. The leaves are dark green in color. The plant appears much more flowers than analog varieties. They are on strong peduncles.
Benefits
The strawberry merchant has many benefits. Description of the variety, reviews of summer residents make it possible to highlight its main positive aspects. To taste the berries have a rating of 4.6 out of 5. This is a high rate. At the same time, the pulp has a pleasant sourness, a spectacular aroma.
The plant tolerates wintering well. It is undemanding in leaving. Tradeswoman is not susceptible to many common diseases. Productivity is quite stable. Moreover, even adverse weather conditions do not significantly affect the number and size of berries.
If for some reason summer residents do not have time to harvest on time, the berries do not crumble and do not rot. They have a high density. This allows them to be transported over long distances. Due to the listed properties, strawberries of this variety are grown almost everywhere.
Gardeners reviews
In addition to these features, a number of other characteristics are known strawberry merchant. Description of the variety, reviews of gardeners will help to put together a picture of the presented plant.
Berries collected from dredger bushes are considered universal in use. Compote, jam, jam are closed from them, and they are also frozen for a long time. Fresh strawberries have a special, pronounced aroma. It does not disappear even after deep freezing.
Gardeners also argue that the presented plant helps get rid of perennial weeds. If you give the variety a loose mustache, they cover the area with a dense carpet, preventing the appearance of unwanted vegetation. However, in this case, the yield will be slightly lower.
Preparation for landing
Description of strawberries Kupchikha suggests the need for the right choice of site for planting bushes. The place should be well lit. This is the key to high productivity. Also, the variety will need to provide high-quality watering. However, stagnation of water should be avoided. It is better to provide for a high-quality drainage system.
Breeding a hybrid does not allow the use of seeds. In this case, the varietal characteristics will not be saved. Due to the good rate of mustache formation, a sufficient amount of planting material can be obtained. If it is not, you can buy strawberry bushes in the nearest garden nurseries or specialty stores.
You should also pay attention to preparing the soil before planting. It must be well fertilized. Fertile soil allows the plant to bear fruit well. Productivity in this case will be high.
Planting strawberries
The description of the strawberry Kupchikha indicates the need for proper soil preparation during planting. Before digging the soil, it must be filled with compost or humus. This will require about 5 kg of fertilizer. Superphosphate (20 g) and ammonium nitrate (20 g) can also be added here. Experienced gardeners recommend adding charcoal (250 g) to the soil. The figures above are calculated for an area of โโ1 mยฒ. Instead of organics, nitroammophosk can be used in combination with nitrophos (each component up to 65 g).
Planting seedlings is recommended if it has a closed, deep root system. If this indicator does not meet the requirements, it is necessary to qualitatively deepen the bushes. The growth point must match the ground level.
In this case, it is necessary to maintain the correct distance between the bushes. They are planted in a checkerboard pattern. Between them there should be a distance of at least 30 cm. With a large thickening, the plant will not be able to receive proper nutrition. This will affect productivity. Between the rows withstand a distance of about 50 cm.
Care Features
A strawberry merchant was recognized as an undemanding kind . Description, reviews of the presented plant allow us to understand the features of its cultivation. To provide good conditions for the growth of strawberries on the site, you will need to periodically loosen the earth in the aisle. Near the strawberry bushes, the presence of weeds or other plants is not desirable.
The soil must be moist. However, the water should not stagnate in the garden. It is best to mulch organics during flowering and fruiting.
It is necessary to transplant plants every 4 years. In this case, the yield will not decrease. If this is not done, the fifth year of strawberry growth significantly reduces the period of fruiting, as well as yield.
How to increase productivity?
The strawberry of the Merchant, the description of which indicates a high yield of the variety, will bear maximum fruit under certain conditions. In addition to the care recommendations listed above, top dressing should be performed.
Fertilizers are applied to the soil in moderation. The excessive presence of nitrogen-containing components will cause the plant to develop more at the expense of fruiting.
When feeding, it is necessary to ensure high-quality watering. This is especially important at the stage of flowering and the formation of ovaries. Mustache must be removed promptly and competently. This significantly increases the number and size of berries on the bush. Preventive measures to prevent the development of various diseases do not need to be carried out. The variety is resistant to various infections and pests.
Expert Advice
The strawberry merchant, described by experts, is one of the most fragrant hybrids. Due to this feature, berries are not only consumed in raw and processed form. Of them make blanks for tea. The berries are well dried and added to the leaf compositions.
Gardeners note that the variety is one hundred percent fruit set. It withstands frosts during wintering up to -24ยบ. If in the climatic zone there are large drops in temperature, the plants must be covered with protective materials.
Among ordinary summer residents, the presented hybrid is known for its advantages. They leave only positive reviews about strawberries. This is a tasty, healthy and unpretentious variety. Due to its advantages, the plant is very popular among gardeners.
Having considered the features of breeding and caring for the merchantโs strawberries, you can properly plant the plant on your site, collect a large crop of delicious berries.