Cherry Odrinka

Cherry Odrinka was created in the south, but due to its popularity, it has spread throughout the world. Popularity began to grow after breeders improved the variety in every way to suit different climates. Berries of the cherry variety Odrinka differ from others in many ways, they have increased resistance to cold, and berries are also valued for their taste and aroma. Very often you can see this variety in many gardeners in the garden or vegetable garden.

History of creation

Cherry Odrinka was created under the leadership of Ilya Michurin, who is the author of the Odrinka variety. He carried out all the experiments, experiments and crosses. After the variety was created, he decided that everything possible should be done to distribute this variety in the regions far from the south.

Different varieties took part in the crosses, preference was given to the crossing of the Firstborn and the Swallow. The experiment resulted in a variety with sour fruits. This result did not please the author, and he decided to cross with hybrids. After a huge number of crosses, a wonderful variety has turned out, which is now called the Odrinka cherry variety.

Cherries of the Odrinka variety are perfect for any climate, due to the fact that a hybrid of cherries was used when crossing. At the end of Michurin's work, assistants were needed, so the variety has several authors. They are considered A.A. Astakhov, L. Zueva and Michurin. After final checks for quality and for all the necessary criteria, the variety was entered into the state register.

Cherry Odrinka: variety description and characteristics

Cherry Odrinka: photo of the variety

Sweet cherries can be seen in different regions and in Europe, and in countries such as Poland, Bulgaria, Ukraine, Moldova, Uzbekistan, Russia. Cherry Odrinka feels comfortable in absolutely any climate.

Cherry Odrinka grows up to 2.4 meters and is considered a medium-sized tree. There is a large distance between the branches of the tree, so pruning is practically not required. The buds that are on the branches are shaped like an egg, they are small in size. You may notice that the kidneys tilt slightly to the side of the trunk. In the process of flowering, you can notice a beautiful tree on which there are a lot of flowers with a yellow-pink color. They are collected in several pieces in inflorescences. Odrinka's cherry has small petals that are close enough to each other and form a saucer-shaped flower.

Cherry berries of the Odrinka variety are medium in size, usually 6 grams, but with proper care, you can achieve a yield of 8 grams. In size, one berry is about 28 millimeters high and 18 millimeters wide. The fruits have a regular, rounded shape with a slightly narrowed funnel and an oval top. You can also notice a small amount of light dots in the center of the berry. The skin of the fruit is dense, inside there is a juicy burgundy pulp. The stone is large enough, occupies about 7% of the total mass of the berry. The stone is oval and easily separates from the berry pulp. Experts assess the taste of sweet cherries as 9.4 points out of 10 points, which is a high result.

The flowering process of the Odrinka cherry variety begins at a later time, the ripening time too. The gardener will be able to harvest the first crop 4 years after planting. Berries develop only on bouquet branches. Due to the fact that the Odrinka cherry is sterile, it needs pollinators. They are other varieties planted nearby, which will pollinate the Odrinka cherry variety.When choosing a pollinator neighbor, you need to pay attention to the fact that the flowering time coincides with the Odrinka cherry variety.

The yield level of the Odrinka cherry variety is quite high, usually gardeners harvest about 150 centners per hectare.

Features of the variety

• Drought and frost resistant.

The cherry variety Odrinka begins to freeze at -20 degrees, while it can withstand various strong and cold winds. In the summer, Odrinka develops well and feels comfortable at +35 degrees. The variety has a very wide range of temperatures, which allows the tree to perfectly preserve its fruits during sudden changes in weather.

• Bloom.

Cherry Odrinka belongs to the sterile varieties of cherries that can only pollinate themselves by 1-5%. Because of this, she needs other varieties to serve as pollinators for Odrinka. Very often, gardeners plant two different varieties next to Odrinka: Rechitsa and Revna. In this case, the percentage of pollination will be maximum 70-90%.

Since all these varieties are late, it is imperative to prepare holes for them in the autumn. In the spring, seedlings are prepared, and a hole is dug the next year.

Cherry Odrinka begins to bloom in early spring, but the harvest can be harvested only in early September.

• Yield level.

It is believed that the Odrinka cherry variety yields more than average yields, with the amount of yield directly dependent on the care and number of pollinators.

• Where to apply the fruit?

The fruit can be used anywhere as it tastes good. They can be frozen, used in baked goods, or made in the form of jams, wines, juices and preserves.

• What diseases are sweet cherries resistant to?

Cherry Odrinka is highly resistant to coccomycosis, it also perfectly tolerates moniliosis and clotteroporia. The tree sometimes gets sick from other plants, but this happens quite rarely, about once every three years.

Cherry Odrinka: advantages and disadvantages

Cherry Odrinka: photo of the variety

Of the merits Cherry varieties Odrinka gardeners distinguish:

• High resistance to diseases, especially fungi.
• Regular harvest.
• The variety can be grown in any climate, keeping the crop large when properly cared for.

Of the shortcomings Cherries of the Odrinka variety are isolated only from the fact that the berries are not stored for long, therefore, it is necessary to prepare preservation of them in the near future after collection in order to avoid them spoiling.

Cherry Odrinka: planting

• When to plant?

Note: If there is a small apiary near the planting site, the number of pollinated flowers will increase.

It is recommended to plant Odrinka cherries in the summer. Such a planting will allow the plant to take root and safely endure autumn and winter. In the first spring after planting, it is necessary to carry out preventive treatment, which will protect the plant for the near future.

• Where to plant?

Before planting the Odrinka cherry variety, you need to decide on the place where the tree will grow. An area without wind and drafts is best suited, and it should also be located in the lowlands. The place should be well lit, in this case the functioning and development of the tree will proceed normally.

• What should not be planted next to the variety?

Fruit trees should not be planted close to the variety. They should be at least 7 meters further from the tree. Otherwise, the fruit tree will crush Odrinka with its crown.

• Seedling selection.

When choosing a seedling, it is best to pay attention to annuals and biennials, since they are the ones that quickly take root in a new place, and also quickly get used to it, starting the formation of an extensive root system.

• How to plant?

When planting Odrinka cherries, you must follow a certain algorithm.

• First you need to dig a hole that will be 80 centimeters long, 80 centimeters wide and 70 centimeters deep.
• Then you need to start installing the drainage system.Drainage can be expanded clay or pebbles.
• After that, the drainage system is covered with soil and a tree seedling is installed.
• In order for the plant to take root faster, it is necessary to apply fertilizer in the form of a topsoil and manure.

After planting the tree, insert a stake next to it. It will serve as a support for the cherries, this is necessary so that the tree does not break in strong winds. At a young age, it is weak and cannot resist drafts and winds, therefore it often breaks without support.

Note: This variety does not need to be treated with limestone water, since it is a self-sterile tree.

Note: After the tree begins to bloom, it must be sprayed with water and honey in order for the bees to pollinate it faster.

Cherry Odrinka: care

Cherry Odrinka: photo of the variety

Caring for the Odrinka cherry variety consists of watering, fertilizing, pruning, and also treating pests.

• Watering.

Watering is carried out as needed, if the soil is dry then the gardener should water the tree.

• Fertilization.

During the year, you need to make at least 5 dressings. Slurry is often used; it is applied in May and July. This feeding nourishes the tree with organic substances that will help the tree function.

A complex feeding is also used, which includes many fertilizers in the correct proportions. Such feeding is carried out 2 times per season, 10 grams of feeding is put on one tree.

Ash is considered a very frequent fertilizer, it can be applied regularly, as it increases resistance, strengthening the immune system of cherries to diseases.

The last fertilizer is urea, which growers apply before the plant blooms. It protects it from attack by pests.

• Pruning.

It is necessary to prune the tree once a year, carrying out sanitary pruning. In this case, dry leaves, weak shoots, as well as diseased parts of the tree are removed.

• Pest control and prevention.

Cherry variety Odrinka has high resistance to many diseases, therefore, in most cases, it is not processed. Sometimes rodents can attack the tree, but you can simply get rid of them by treating the trunk with a fungicide.

To protect the plant as much as possible, it is recommended to carry out preventive treatments:

• From cloisterosporosis, when holes and specks are formed on the leaf, processing a solution with copper sulfate will help. But before processing, all infected parts of the cherry should be removed and the solution should be applied only to healthy areas. This treatment should be carried out before the buds open.
• For moniliosis, which occurs in wet weather, fungicides and treatment with Bordeaux liquid will help.

In any case, fertilization and feeding also help to avoid infection, since they nourish the tree and provide it with the strength to fight the disease or pest.

Conclusion

Summing up, we can say that the Odrinka cherry variety grows well in different climatic conditions, while you should not forget about caring for the tree. Preventive treatments, as well as regular and correct feeding will help to avoid infection. Observing all the rules, Odrinka cherry will delight the gardener for a long time, bringing a high-quality harvest.