Super extra grapes
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A large number of people are engaged in the cultivation of grapes. It is interesting that every year viticulture is gaining more and more momentum in the southern territories. And also in the north. Some gardeners and summer residents cultivate the plant in large quantities for sale in the domestic market. And some grow grapes for themselves. Super extra grapes are one of these varieties.
Breeding specialists are working to develop new species with early ripening times. The Super extra grape variety is a new variety. But he has already managed to win the hearts of gardeners and summer residents throughout Russia. Super extra grapes have become the most common in the northern parts of our country. This grape variety does not require a long summer season. Due to its ability to early maturity.
E.G. Pavlovsky was involved in the development of Super extra table grapes. The specialist combined the two types. Namely, the mascot variety and the cardinal variety. This variety is popularly called citrine.
The uniqueness of the Super Extra grape variety is the ability to cultivate it in all climatic conditions. This means that it doesn't matter where you live, in a cold climate or a warm one. Plants ripen in all parts of our territory.
Super extra grapes: description of the variety
Fruit grapes Super extra: photo of the variety
You should start with a detailed description of the Super Extra grapes:
- shrubs of the early maturing Super Extra grape variety tend to grow very strongly. Young branches are green. And adults are brown. A growing plant can be distinguished by its bright green foliage. The foliage has 5 lobes. There is no large dissection;
- bunches of grapes Super extra large. Fruit weight, as a rule, reaches 500 - 800 grams. Sometimes there are giants. Their mass reaches 1 - 1.5 kilograms;
- Super extra grape fruit similar to the variety Arcadia... Both in color and in size. They are shaped like an egg. But more elongated. The length of the fruit usually reaches 3.5 centimeters. And the diameter is usually 2.5 centimeters. The fruit is snow-white in color with a golden sheen. Has a mass of 7 - 10 grams;
- the shell is rough. However, when eaten, this does not interfere at all. This feature (roughness) is excellent for transporting fruits over long distances;
- the variety has incomplete entrails. Common taste. The fruit is unusually sweet. Super extra grapes can, as a rule, be distinguished from Arcadia grapes exclusively by their taste.
Summer residents and gardeners who grow Super extra grapes throughout our country find this variety very interesting. The appearance of the fruit is simply amazing. And the taste is sweet.
Characteristics of fruit grapes Super extra
Super extra grapes: photo of the variety
According to the description and reviews, Super extra grapes are characterized by the following parameters:
- technical ripeness comes after 95 - 100 days. And it directly depends on the summer season. As well as weather conditions. Usually the first fruits are harvested in the last week of the second summer month. Or in the first days of the last summer month;
- flowers are of both genders. Namely male and female. Their pollination ability is rated as common. High air humidity negatively affects the formation of the ovary;
- large stable yield.However, it must be preserved by rationing the inflorescences. Upon reaching 2 years of age, the plant begins to produce crops;
- the bunch reaches full maturity evenly over the entire area;
- has a high level of cold resistance. It can remain at rest up to -24 degrees. If the temperature drops even lower, you need to purchase or make your own shelter;
- the sugar content in fruits reaches 18%. Acidity is normal. Approximately 5 - 8 grams. Has a high level of resistance to diseases such as mildew and powdery mildew. And preventive procedures for phylloxera should be carried out;
- perfectly tolerates transportation over long distances. The fruits are not deformed. And also the presentation does not deteriorate.
Unfortunately, like other varieties of grapes, there are also disadvantages. Their number is small. But you need to know them:
- fruits on a bunch differ in various sizes. The lower they are located, the smaller in size. There are some peas. However, the palatability, as a rule, does not decrease;
- for most people, the shell is rather rough;
- needs regular preventive treatments with phylloxera.
Growing and care instructions
Super extra grapes: photo of the variety
According to the description, the Super extra fruit grape is not a demanding variety. The shrub can be cultivated in a variety of climatic conditions. And also in almost all types of soil. It is necessary to dilute clay and heavy soils with sand and humus.
Choose a shrub site with plenty of natural light. Moreover, if you live in Siberia. It is recommended to plant grapes on the south or east side of any building. Then the plant will be safe from cold and strong winds. And also the sun's rays are reflected from the walls of the building and sent to the plant.
Frequent changes of rains and droughts are excellent conditions for the infection of grapes with fungal diseases. And also insect parasites. In this case, it is necessary to carry out prophylaxis with special means.
It is necessary to constantly use Bordeaux liquid to spray the shrub before flowering.
Specificity of soil moisture
Super extra grapes, according to the characteristics, require sufficient soil moisture. But you do not need to arrange a swamp in the place where the plant grows. However, it is also not worth overdrying the soil. It is necessary to find a balance in the watering of the grapes. Because the plant can die. If you spray the plant heavily, the fruits begin to spread due to the excessive amount of liquid.
If there is no precipitation, it is necessary to water once every two weeks. As a rule, no more than 15 liters of clean water is poured under each shrub.
What to add to the soil?
If you have a desire to cultivate this variety, you need to read about all the specifics of fertilizing the plant. Top dressing is required. Because without them, the bush weakens. It also stops producing a stable crop. Top dressing is applied under the shrub under the root system. And also by foliage. These two methods work out a couple of times in three months. It is recommended to combine root dressing and preventive procedures. Due to the application of fertilizers under the root system, the grapes receive more nutrients and trace elements.
Monitor soil conditions and standardize Super Extra grape varieties as appropriate.
Super extra grape pruning
To give the correct shape to the grape bush, you need to arrange timely pruning. Because the Super extra grape shrub grows abundantly. Many stepchildren are formed on the branches. Which contributes to a decrease in yield. And also in the process of ovary formation, overstrain is possible. Additional flowers must be removed as well.
In the process of pruning in spring or autumn, as a rule, 8 eyes are not touched on the branches.
How to grow Super Extra grapes?
Super extra grapes: photo of the variety
Super extra grapes are grown using seedlings. And also grafts and cuttings. When planting young grapes, it is necessary to monitor the space between shrubs and beds. Because the bush grows abundantly. Hence, he needs a large plot.
Super extra grapes: reviews of summer residents
Super extra grapes: photo of the variety
Valeria, 55 years old, Samara
I have been cultivating super grapes for 5 years. I get a large amount of harvest every year. Very sweet, delicious. Fruits on a bush are large. Filled with juice. My summer cottage is located at a great distance from the city. But there is no damage in transit. Brushes are not damaged. The fruits do not spread. I'm not trying to get too many brushes. The main thing is that the grandchildren have enough.
Anastasia, 40 years old, Klimov
Communicating with my friends who planted the Super Extra variety of fruit grapes at their dachas, I realized that I also want to eat delicious grapes. All was good. But then the peas appeared. I removed it with water and Bordeaux liquid. Sprayed bushes at night.
Vladislava, 45 years old, Moscow
Awesome grapes! For me, there is a minus - the fruits are all different sizes. But the main thing is that they are sweet.
Ekaterina, 60 years old, Tomsk
A bush of Super extra grapes exactly corresponds to the name. Brushes can be on the bush for a month. And they do not lose sight and taste. I recommend.