Grape Agate Donskoy

Agat Donskoy grapes are widely known among summer residents and gardeners. This grape variety is simple and undemanding to grow. Has a high level of cold resistance. And also to various infectious diseases. If you have never grown grapes before, then this one is perfect for trying your hand. Agat Donskoy grape variety perfectly decorates gazebos, arches and other buildings. It matures in any summer season. And also does not need protection from cold weather for the winter season.

Agat Donskoy grape is a breeding variety. It was obtained by breeding specialists from Novocherkassk. Initially, this variety was named Knight. But then it was changed. The parent varieties are the early Russian variety, the Dolores selection variety. And also the dawn of the north.

The Agat Donskoy grape variety was originally developed for cultivation in cool climates. Namely: with a short summer season and low temperatures this season. Quite often it is grown by summer residents and gardeners from Siberia and the Urals. And also the Far East. In the territories of the south, it can reward a large amount of harvest. What can be attributed to the main advantages of the variety.

Agate Donskoy grapes: description of the variety and characteristics

Agate Donskoy grapes: photo of the variety

Agate Donskoy grape is a table variety. It belongs to early maturing varieties (usually about 100 - 120 days). The abundant flowering process begins in the first week of the first summer month. This grape variety does not have a high sugar accumulation rate. Thanks to this, people with diabetes can safely eat it. The sugar content is usually 13-15%. And the acidity level is 6 - 7 grams.

Shrubs are tall and highly spreading. Flowers of two sexes. The foliage is female, of normal size. And also a dull color. Branches ripen in large numbers. As a rule, 70 - 80% of all bear fruit. On each branch, the number of brushes is 1.3 - 1.5 kilograms. The weight of each is usually 600 grams. With proper care and favorable weather, the bunches can reach a mass of 1 kilogram. Large bunches. They have the shape of a regular pyramid, loose and dense. On the bushes of grapes, the clusters are for a long period of time.

Specificity of the variety

Agate Donskoy grapes: photo of the variety

The fruits of Agate Donskoy grapes are blue or purple with a red color. They are spherical berries. Their size is, as a rule, 22 - 24 millimeters. And the weight is 5 - 6 grams. The shell is dense, but not rigid. There is a lot of juice inside and there is no cavity. One berry contains 2 - 4 small seeds. The grape has no unique taste.

If the temperature is not summer at all during the summer season, the fruits will have more acidity than sweets. With a lot of moisture, the fruit can spread. In the worst case, and completely rot. This grape variety yields a large amount of harvest. As a rule, up to 50 kilograms per shrub. Excessive loading of fruits stimulates longer ripening. And also the loss of taste. Adjust your crop if you want to avoid these side effects.

Agate Donskoy grapes can remain dormant in the winter season up to -26 degrees. This advantage of grapes allows it to be cultivated in cool climates. In the territories of the south, the plant does not need shelter from frost. However, in cold regions, the shelter should be made by yourself or purchased from a specialized store.

Agat Donskoy grapes are among the plants that love sunlight. The plant has no particular preferences in the choice of soil. However, it is not recommended to plant Agat Donskoy grapes in swampy areas. And also on the salt marsh. Easily carries long distance transportation.

Agate Donskoy grapes: care instructions

Photo of grape variety Agat Donskoy

For planting the Agat Donskoy grape variety, seedlings are used. One or two years of age. They also use cuttings that are grafted onto the stock. The grafting process is difficult and novices alone cannot cope. Therefore, we recommend that you plant the plant directly into the soil. When planting a plant in the fall season, shrubs must be placed under shelter for the winter.

Three clusters are most often formed on each branch. To improve the accumulation of sugar and accelerate maturity, 1 - 2 brushes are enough. Pruning should be done every year. Pruning is arranged before the onset of the growing season. And also after its completion. Do not touch 5 to 8 eyes. Remove non-yielding branches throughout the growing season. Because they take away the strength of the plant. Which reduces the quality of the crop.

Agate Donskoy grapes have a high level of resistance to various diseases. And also to insect parasites. This helps to reduce preventive procedures. Enough only twice every three months. To do this, purchase Bordeaux liquid.

And also remember about timely soil moisture. The grape bush should not suffer from a lack of moisture. However, making a swamp is also not worth it. One procedure for moistening the soil should penetrate 60 to 80 centimeters deep. Loosen the soil constantly. You can make a mulch layer.

Agate Donskoy grapes respond well to potash and phosphorus fertilizers. As a rule, 100 grams of phosphorus or potassium per 1 sq. meter plot. In the fall, fertilize with potash, phosphorus fertilizers. And also manure, compost. Use nitrogen and phosphate fertilizers in the spring.