Pear May Day

Pear Pervomayskaya belongs to late ripening, very popular among gardeners and often grown and suitable for many regions of the Russian Federation. Pervomaiskaya pear has a lot of excellent properties with positive characteristics, however, there are negative ones. And in order to minimize them, you need to know the secrets of planting and caring for this fruit beauty. We will reveal them and many of the subtleties of cultivation in this article.

About the history of the appearance of this pear

Pear Pervomayskaya was crossed from the varieties "Daughter of Dawn" and "Late Muscovite" at the All-Russian Scientific Research Institute of Gardening named after I.V. Michurin. The Pervomayskaya pear variety was produced by the breeders Yakovlev S.P., Gribanovsky A.P., Savelyev N.I. and Chivilev V.V. different regions of Russia.

Pear Pervomayskaya: variety description

Pear Pervomayskaya: photo of the variety

The main criterion for choosing a fruit tree is based on yield data and crop characteristics. Before you think about planting the Pervomayskaya pear variety, you should get acquainted with the external data of the plant, with the periods associated with its flowering and fruiting, and, of course, with the susceptibility to diseases and harmful insects.

The height of mature fruit trees of the Pervomaiskaya pear is 6-7 meters. The narrow, not very dense crowns of trees of this variety have a pyramidal shape. On straight, brown shoots - conical buds. All branches bear fruit. The leaves on the branches are rounded, smooth, deep green in color.

• About the characteristics of the fruit

The fruits of the Pervomayskaya pear variety have a standard, pear-shaped shape. In length, the fruit reaches 10 centimeters, weight - up to 150 grams. The yellow-green smooth skin of the fruit has a waxy coating. If the summer is sunny, then the surface of the fruits will have a slight pink color, no blush will form.

In juicy, creamy and semi-oily, granular inclusions can be seen. The pulp is not firm, has a sweet and sour taste and a strong aroma, similar to peach or pineapple. Pervomayskaya pear has a tasting score of 4.2 points (probably due to the complete absence of bitterness and acidity). It is used both fresh and processed: in salads, canned food, in food for children.

• About flowering and fruiting

The Pervomayskaya pear variety blooms mainly at the end of May, with the exception of the northern regions (June). The time of the first harvest occurs only 5-6 years after the young plants are planted. Harvesting of fruits begins around mid-autumn when it reaches full maturity.

Pear Pervomayskaya bears fruit quite steadily and intensively, up to 60 kilograms of pears can be harvested from an adult 10-year-old tree.

An important advantage of the Pervomaiskaya pear is its self-fertility, that is, it does not need any pollinators. True, many gardeners note that the presence of, for example, a Dessert pear or Yakimovskaya next to it, will only increase its yield.

• About the resistance of the variety

The middle strip of Russia is the most beautiful place for planting Pervomayskaya. Its good frost resistance helps to withstand frost down to -25 ° C.

Scab and fruit rot are not a danger for Pervomaiskaya pear, but resistance to such a disease as bacteriosis is much lower. Gardeners need to know about this in order to engage in prevention and timely treatment.

Pear Pervomayskaya: planting varieties

Any agricultural technique for a gardener begins with planting a seedling, which means - with the selection of the right time and place. Of course, do not forget about the preparation of the site, planting holes, filling them with a nutrient substrate. And now about the features of Pervomaiskaya pear.

• About the timing of planting

For central Russia, the most optimal period for planting Pervomaiskaya pear seedlings is mid-March.

For the northern regions, this time is slightly shifted to April (beginning or middle of the month) so that the earth warms up to plus 5, 6, 7 degrees.

For the southern regions, autumn planting can be considered, but gardeners most often choose spring for planting.

• On the choice of quality seedlings for planting

When choosing a pear seedling of the Pervomayskaya variety, first of all, they pay attention to the age characteristics. Two-year-old seedlings are more resistant to diseases and tolerate temperature extremes much better, they are stronger and more resilient.

Before planting, the withering roots of the seedlings are placed in warm water. The selected young plant is examined carefully for symptoms of various diseases and harmful insects.

The appearance of the root system, namely, elastic, well-developed, with long roots, is the main sign of the quality of the seedlings.

• About the preparation of planting holes

Pear saplings photo Pervomayskaya are planted in spring, but preparation begins in autumn. The selected place is cleaned of plant residues and foliage, humus is introduced into the soil (up to 6 kg per 1 sq.m.) and leveled. The place should be sunny and warm. In early spring, about a month before planting, planting holes are dug (depth - 0.45 m, diameter - 0.7 m). The soil from the pits is mixed with compost (1 bucket per pit).

Further, during planting, a seedling is placed in the middle of the hole, a support peg is installed and the rhizome is sealed with soil so that no air voids form between the roots. At the end, the soil is compacted in the area of ​​the trunk circle and the young plant is abundantly watered.

Pear May Day: leaving

Pear Pervomayskaya: photo of the variety

In order for the Pervomayskaya pear to develop normally and bear fruit abundantly, it must be watered in a timely manner and abundantly, fed, regularly loosened the soil in the area of ​​the trunk circle and seasonal pruning of the crown.

• How to care for soil

As a rule, the pear tree does not react to weeds. Still, a young seedling should be protected from weeds for the first few years so that they do not shade it and give the sun's rays access to the young plant.

It is best to remove excess vegetation in the area of ​​the trunk circle on the third day after watering, when the moist soil has become soft and pliable. It is easy to free such soil from weeds by pulling them out along with the roots. It is worth completing the harvest by loosening the soil of the trunk circle (loosening depth - up to 0.1 m) and mulching to a depth of 5 cm, which will contribute to optimal moisture for a long time.

• About the fertilization and irrigation scheme

Watering young seedlings of Pervomaiskaya pear should be carried out much more often than mature trees. For the first three years, young trees in the summer season should be watered at least once every seven days, focusing on the weather.

Five-year-old pears and more mature plants are watered at least once every 14-20 days. Each tree should get 15 to 20 liters of warm water. It is best to water in the morning when moisture does not evaporate as quickly and the soil surface is not crusty.

Fertilizer for pears of the Pervomayskaya variety should be applied a couple of times during the entire growing season:

• In the spring, at the very beginning of the formation of flowers (a solution with sodium and potassium is used at the rate of up to 30 grams per bucket of water), 4 liters of solution per tree;
• In autumn, when the tree begins to bear fruit (superphosphate is used at the rate of 40 grams per 10 liters of water), 8 liters of fertilizer per tree.

• How to shape the crown and trim

In the Pervomayskaya pear variety, a neat crown is initially formed, in this regard, it is enough to prune 2 times a year - in the spring and autumn.

To prevent the infection of pear trees with various diseases and for their faster recovery, the cuts are covered with the help of a garden varnish.

At the very beginning of spring, in March, trees are freed from sick, frozen and broken branches. And in October days, you should do the thinning of the crown, cutting off crookedly growing branches, and pinching the top of the center of the tree.

• How to prepare a pear for winter and protect it from frost

If the Pervomayskaya pear is grown in the central region of Russia, then it may not need any winter shelter. But for young trees (especially those planted in the fall) in the early years, a protective shelter is necessary. Trees grow stronger over time and cannot suffer from cold temperatures.

If your pear is planted in the north of the country, then here you need to take into account the fact that there can be stable temperatures up to minus thirty degrees. Under such conditions, plants must be covered with spruce branches, snow, or wrapped with spandex or other artificial material.

Diseases and pests

A classic preventive measure for the healthy development of pear trees is to control soil moisture and saturation with nutrient solutions.

For the prevention of bacteriosis (including treatment), a Bordeaux mixture is used: a solution is prepared (2 ml per bucket of water), which is used to spray the tree after flowering.

The pear tree can be attacked by beetles and moths. To get rid of them, use colloidal sulfur at the rate of 40 grams per 10 liters of water and potassium permanganate at the rate of 3 grams per bucket of water. In any of these cases, the crown is sprayed from a spray bottle.

About Pervomaiskaya pear, we can safely say that it will not cause many problems to care for its owner, especially when grown in the central region of the country. And its excellent taste and marketability will delight even the most discerning gardener.

Pear Pervomayskaya: reviews of gardeners

Pear Pervomayskaya: photo of the variety

• Victoria Igorevna, Chelyabinsk region: “May Day pear has been growing in my garden for several years. All neighbors who have already managed to feast on our pear harvest are delighted. Indeed, the taste is simply wonderful. As a gardener, it is important for me that the pear tree is frost-resistant, and the Pervomayskaya pear tree survives the winters very well ”.
• Maria Vasilievna, Samara region: “The trees of Pervomaiskaya pear are very tall. Harvesting and trimming the crown is a real adventure for a short woman. In principle, the Pervomayskaya pear variety is delicious, the pears are fragrant, and even fresh can be stored for a long time. In general, I am satisfied with the pear ”.