Ranetka Ermolaeva
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The apple tree Ranetka Ermolaeva was bred by one gardener in Minusinsk. Ermolaev P.S. got a hybrid by combining two varieties: Ranetki purple and Arkada summer. The plant was bred in 1937 and officially registered in 1959 with a recommendation for cultivation in the West Siberian and East Siberian regions. Since that time, apple varieties Ranetka Ermolaeva have been very actively grown in the gardens of Siberia. This crop was used in breeding for breeding other varieties of apples.
Apple tree Ranetka Ermolaeva: description of the variety and characteristics
Apple tree Ranetka Ermolaeva: photo of the variety
Apple tree Ranetka Ermolaeva grows medium-sized. The crown has the shape of a pyramid. Fruits are formed on ringlets, as well as on last year and three-year increments. Some fruits may form on fruit twigs. The branches here have a deep red hue and slight pubescence at the ends.
The leaves are large enough, have the shape of a wide egg and droop at the end. The shade of the leaves is saturated, green, along the edge of the leaf is slightly serrated. The leaf plates are attached by means of medium-length petioles with pointed stipules.
Description of fruits
The fruits of the Ranetka Ermolaeva apple tree here are small and round. Ribs are sometimes visible. The peel color is yellow. However, the entire surface is covered with a deep red intense blush. The funnel of the fruit is pronounced, deep. Plaque is visible on the surface. Also, the fruits have a sagging calyx and a wide saucer.
The inside of the fruit is white, the pulp has a sweet juice and is characterized by a satisfactory taste. The fruits contain many useful substances, including sugars, acids, tannins, vitamin C, pectin and P-active compounds.
The fruits of the Ranetka Ermolaeva apple tree can be harvested at the end of summer. Moreover, they are stored for no more than 3 weeks. Apples can be eaten both fresh and used for harvesting.
The apple tree Ranetka Ermolaeva begins to bear fruit 3-4 years after planting, while bringing an average amount of harvest. In addition, fruiting is not regular. The tree tolerates winter well as well as drought. Of the diseases, it is most often affected by scab.
Conclusion
The apple variety Ranetka Ermolaeva has very good winter resistance and rapid apple ripening. However, it should be borne in mind that the fruits are small in size, and the plant also has low scab resistance.