Raspberries - one of the most popular berries on domestic beds. With proper care, it gives a rich harvest, and the berries themselves are a source of the most useful substances and vitamin. Considering the fact that they began to cultivate raspberries in Russia in the 12th century, today there are many varieties of it, among which we can mention the raspberry variety “Gusar” with the description of which we will share in this material, as well as show a photo of this raspberry and share reviews of those who already managed to try the raspberry "Hussar".
Description of the raspberry variety "Gusar"
Raspberry "Gusar" is included in the list of "golden varieties" that were bred by I.V. Kazakov in 1999. For all this time, the described variety has gained popularity, primarily because of its unpretentiousness. It is difficult to find a cultivar that is easier to grow, which, when harvested, would show the same results as Hussar.
"Hussar" can be attributed to tall varieties, because raspberry bushes stretch up to 1.8 meters in length. With proper care and proper top dressing, it is possible to grow bushes of raspberry "Husar" to two and a half meters. With such growth, it should be noted that the bushes are quite powerful and strong. The main concentration of thorns falls on the lower part of the shoot, which is a big plus for gardeners during the harvest season.
The shoots of the plant of the described variety have a slightly reddish color and a pronounced waxy coating. This raid is one of the great advantages of the Gusar variety, as it helps the shoots to retain moisture and makes the Gusar raspberries resistant to drought.
Gusar raspberries are suitable for cultivation, both in the northern parts of the country and in the southern.
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Another important point in the description of raspberries of the “Gusar” variety, as noted by the reviews (photo), is its productivity. From one bush, which grows and develops fully, it is possible to collect up to three kilos of fresh, juicy and delicious berries. The described variety is mid-season, so raspberries have enough days with favorable weather conditions in order to achieve ripeness in any region.
Moreover, raspberry "Gusar" has a high immunity to many diseases, as noted in the reviews when describing and photos of raspberry "Gusar" cases of disease control are rare.
Description of raspberries "Gusar"
But most of all, the Hussar raspberries are valued not for their unpretentiousness, but for the berries that it gives.
Ripe berries of a raspberry hussar are large, juicy, tasty, which can be confirmed by reviews of summer residents. One berry can reach a weight of up to 5 grams, which makes such a high yield. Small berries rarely appear on bushes of raspberry variety "Gusar".
The shape of the berries is conical with a blunt finish. The color of the Hussar raspberries is saturated, dark red, and if the berries are overripe, then they are reminiscent of a crimson cherry in color.
In the early stages of ripening, the berries have a sweet and sour taste, but during the ripening process they become sugary and thick. The aftertaste sometimes resembles the taste of strawberries.
The berries themselves are universal in their application. They can be consumed fresh. Since the percentage of sugar in them is from 7% to 10%, the Husar raspberries can also be used to make jam, jam, syrup, compote without fear that they will give sourness.
Having got acquainted with the description of raspberries of “Gusar” variety, and having looked at wonderful photos of berries, there is no doubt that this is one of the best raspberry varieties that you should try to plant in your own area!
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