The long-standing raspberry variety “Kirzhach” is in special demand. He is known to experienced gardeners since the beginning of the 90s and has proven himself to be a great fit. The bush, which is absolutely unpretentious in leaving and to the ground, is grown both in the northern part of the country and in the south. Berries grow sweet and well transported, do not crumple.
Jam is often made from raspberries, rubbed with sugar on jam or consumed fresh. Berries can be frozen in the freezer. In winter, it will be possible to make a berry smoothie or bake a raspberry pie.
Raspberry berries have an anti-inflammatory effect, relieve mild ailments and colds. They even help relieve headaches and lower fever in case of illness. Not only berries benefit a person, but also raspberry leaves. The leaves are widely used in folk medicine. Their decoction or infusion is often used to treat diseases of the cardiovascular system and a number of gynecological diseases.
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Description and variety description Kirzhach
"Kirzhach" gives straight-stalked long stems 2 meters high. The formation of the bush is carried out twice a year: before the onset of winter and in the middle of spring. If the bush is not formed, the number of berries is significantly reduced. The fruiting period begins in mid-summer and lasts through August. During this time, up to 3 kilograms of berries ripen on the bush, with industrial cultivation, the yield reaches 100 centners per hectare of land.
The berry itself grows an average size of about 2 centimeters and weighs 3-4 grams. The berry has a burgundy red color and a blunt conic shape. Since the composition includes fruit acids, in addition to sweetness in taste, there is a small acidity. She keeps the berry from being cloying.
On the branches of the shrub are green leaves with a waxy gloss and sharp small spikes. Raspberry has resistance to known berry diseases: it is not afraid of a spider mite, anthracnose. It can be grown near similar shrubs or trees.
Raspberry growing
To grow a bush, you need its young seedlings. In seedlings, the root system has already been formed, and this will facilitate the process of planting and planting a bush in a new place. The place for planting a bush needs to be selected in advance. Raspberries can not be planted in the ground from under potatoes, solanaceous crops. The soil should be neutral, with a pH of 6.5-7. If the soil is excessively alkalized, it is acidified. You can use boric acid for this purpose, it will perfectly cope with the task and neutralize alkali in the soil. When the pH returns to normal, the earth is dug up under future plantings, lumps of earth are broken. They bring horse or cow dung, rotted compost and river sand. Porous, well-ventilated land is the key to growing delicious berries.
Before planting, raspberries are dipped in a weak solution of potassium permanganate and immediately planted in the ground. So do with every bush. The bushes are trying to plant in one row, so it will be more convenient to care for them. After planting, the soil is shed with warm water. After 2 weeks, the first top dressing is performed, any drug that stimulates plant growth is suitable. Superphosphate or potassium fertilizer is often used.
In the first summer after planting, raspberries usually do not bear fruit. An exception is the southern regions of the country.The shrub can be planted for the winter, then flowering occurs in the spring, and berries appear in the summer.
The variety does not need special care, it is enough to water the bushes as the earth dries and weed, loosen the soil. Harvest begins in the second half of summer. After the raspberries bloom, a berry ovary forms in place of the flower. It increases in size every day, and then gains a saturated red color. On each bush he sings several berries at a time. Raspberries are harvested once every two days, only ripe red fruits are removed from the bush. The described variety is well transported and stored. Berries can be stored no more than two days. Due to the sugar contained in them, raspberries begin to deteriorate soon, and it is strictly forbidden to eat spoiled fruits. From the collected raspberries, delicious jam is obtained for the winter. You can make syrup from a berry or even homemade wine or tincture. All billets are obtained natural, and raspberries retain their healing properties.
After the summer comes to an end, raspberries need to be prepared for the upcoming winter. It is better to do this in advance, while the bushes have flexibility. With the onset of cold weather, the stem becomes stiff, and bending it without damage is not possible. The remaining leaves are cut from the bushes. Dry branches, new shoots are carefully cut. The cut site is treated with brilliant green or a weak solution of potassium permanganate. Then the bushes bend to the ground and fix among themselves. A film is laid on top of the folded stems with cooling. When snow falls, the bushes will be reliably protected from low temperatures. When raspberries are grown in a warm climate, no manipulation of the shelter is carried out. Raspberries need only be cut and left to wait for spring.
With the onset of spring, shrubs open from the film. After 2-3 weeks, re-trim dry and excess shoots. Raspberry is ready to bear fruit again. The shrub grows and yields crops for several years in a row.
Grade Advantages
- High palatability and moderate aroma.
- Resistance to frost and heat.
- Disease resistance.
- Early fruiting.
- Growing for many years in a row.
Reviews on raspberry varieties "Kirzhach"
Ekaterina speaks positively of the variety: “My acquaintance with this variety of raspberries happened a long time ago. Since then I have been growing shrubs for four years in a row. Raspberries are singing in the middle of summer, using berries for jam and jam. ”
Gregory from Samara says: “Raspberry has a good taste and holds its shape, does not wrinkle in its hands. Bushes normally winter, even without shelter. It is not necessary to water the soil often so that the bush does not flood. Otherwise, raspberry cultivation does not require attention. I advise you to try the variety. "
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