Harold grape

About 50 years ago, experienced summer residents and gardeners had no doubt that a high level of grape resistance to anything contributes to a decrease in taste and aroma. Over the past 30 years, this thought has gradually faded. And all thanks to the breeding of selective varieties of grapes. They have amazing taste and aroma. As well as a high level of resistance to various infectious diseases and insect parasites. Like Harold grapes.

Harold grapes: history of creation

Harold grapes: photo of the variety

Harold grape variety can grow in the middle zone of our country. And also to bring a large amount of harvest earlier than other varieties. Because Harold is an early maturing variety. It is also possible to cultivate it on the territory of Siberia with its short summer season.

The table variety of the variety was obtained by selection by specialists from Novocherkassk at the Institute. Potapenko. The parent varieties are Arcadia, which has been combined with Delight. And also a summer variety of nutmeg. The resulting look is considered very good by most criteria. Because of what it is cultivated by farmers for sale. And also by ordinary summer residents.

Shrubs of the Harold variety are tall plants. Because of this, regular pruning is required. As well as shaping the crown. Growing strength is significant. This variety can be heavily stressed by the fruit. Then it is worth rationing the inflorescences. Approximately 80% of the branches will usually yield crops. But do not forget that on each vine it is possible to ripen from 1 to 2 brushes, which are fully developed.

For gardeners and summer residents who cultivate Harold grapes in the southern territories, it is worth remembering that this berry can form stepchildren. They contribute to the beginning of the second fruiting process in the fall.

Harold grapes: variety description

The vine itself is brown in color. It is capable of taking various forms. And also strong. Normal size foliage. It resembles a heart in shape. The branches ripen perfectly to their full size.

This variety has no competitors in terms of ripening. Because the brushes begin to mature in less than 100 days from the beginning of bud swelling on the shoot. The area where the grapes are cultivated directly affects the ripening time. They usually start in the middle of the second summer month. And they end at the beginning of the last summer month.

The main advantage of the Harold variety is its ability to keep fruits on the shoots for a long time. As a rule, until the second week of the first month of autumn. The fruits are not attacked by insects, do not fall to the ground. And also do not lose their presentation and taste. Thanks to this ability, Harold has won the hearts of winemakers. Because the longer the grapes hang on the shoot, the more sugar accumulates in it.

The plant has both male and female flowers. Therefore, you should not plant representatives of herbaceous crops next to it, which pollinate it. Harold grapes will take care of everything. On the Internet, you can find videos in which you will see at what time this variety begins to bloom. The yield is very good. If you follow the care instructions correctly, it is possible to collect up to 15 kilograms of berries from each shrub.

The level of resistance of shrubs to cold weather is good. The plant can remain dormant down to -25 degrees. However, in most cities of our country, not counting the southern ones, they require protection from the cold for the winter.The level of resistance to many common infectious diseases is good. On a 5-point scale, resistance to mildew was rated at 3 points. The oidium was rated 3.5 points. However, no one canceled preventive procedures for diseases. As well as insect parasites.

Characteristics of brushes and fruits

In terms of the size of the brushes and fruits, Harold grapes do not expect to take first place in the list. Its main advantages are early maturity. And also amazing taste.

• the bunches can be in the form of a regular cone. And also in the correct cylinder shape. And their mass usually reaches from 400 to 700 grams.
• bunches were rated for density as normal or high.
• the fruits of this berry adhere perfectly to the stalk. And because of this, they do not fall to the ground for a long time.
• the fruits are oval-shaped. Slightly pointed towards the end.
• the mass of berries is small. As a rule, it reaches 5 - 7 grams. However, the size of the fruit is large. Typically 20 millimeters by 24 millimeters.
• inside the fruit is filled with juice and without cavities.
• there are seeds in the fruits. In an amount from 1 to 3 pieces.
• the shell is thin, but dense. Does not interfere with the use of berries in food.
• the fruits, upon reaching full ripeness, have a yellow color. They say that they even shine like little suns.
• the taste is excellent. This variety has a pronounced nutmeg smell. This is what makes excellent homemade wine.
• the percentage of sugar is average, its amount is about twenty grams per hundred cubic centimeters, and the acidity level is not more than five grams.
• due to the dense shell, the grapes are not attacked by insects and are well stored, it is possible to transport fruits over long distances.

Despite this description, it is worth remembering that the fruit has a high level of crack resistance. And this grape variety Harold is not afraid of peas. It's funny that this Harold grape variety can be ranked among the universal varieties due to its widespread use. It tastes great raw and makes amazing juices and compotes, but homemade wine is also worth trying because the amount of sugar in the fruit gives it flavor.

The disadvantages of this variety of Harold grapes include the ability to reduce taste due to the heavy load of the shoots. Remember to normalize the inflorescences to avoid this situation.

Grape variety Harold: reviews of summer residents

Photo of grape variety Harold

On the Internet, you can read many reviews about this variety of Harold grapes, and most of them are positive, left not only by people with vast experience in gardening, but also by beginners who have taken up this business for the first time. Some people like it because of its ease of growing and early maturity.

Olga, 46 years old, city of Kirov
I heard about this variety of grapes a lot of excellent recommendations from neighbors, therefore, passing in the market at the shops with seeds, seedlings, cuttings and seedlings, of course, I could not resist and bought it for my dacha. Truth be told, this is the first time I have grown grapes in my entire life. And this variety is also early maturing. So it is both tasty and aromatic. In the spring season, she carried out a preventive procedure against all kinds of insects and diseases. I'm afraid to use chemicals, traditional medicine will help me, I also carried out prophylaxis after the flowering process. I can't help but write about its resistance to bad weather, it's a miracle. Although the summer three months turned out to be rich in sun and warmth. But in autumn there were a lot of rains and winds, and the berries, as they were beautiful, remained. It is true that the nutmeg smell is pronounced. The fruits are large, but the brush is not.

Valentina, 40 years old, city of St. Petersburg
On TV, the program said that people in St. Petersburg are also successfully growing Harold grapes.To be honest, I didn’t believe it, but I decided to check it, curiosity took its toll. I planted four grape bushes in the country. She used to grow Isabella grapes. It rooted perfectly in the soil before the cold weather, in the winter season it did not suffer at all and began to grow vigorously. In my garden, grapes are the first to leave winter. I tie it up and cover it up. Upon reaching the age of three, I do not touch the bunches. At first, the fruits were sour, but then they became sweeter. I recommend.

Summing up

This variety of Harold grapes is cultivated throughout the entire territory of our country. We can say thanks to the selection specialists and experienced gardeners and summer residents who come up with new ways to support the life of grapes.