Disease Resistant Grape Varieties
Viticulture is a branch of agriculture and home gardening that requires special care for plants, since they are more susceptible to various diseases and fungal infections than others. The main task of breeders is to develop varieties that are resistant to diseases. What varieties are these? What are the features of caring for them?
Which varieties are resistant?
- Golden resistant - grapes that belong to the group of medium-late ripening. Its high yield makes it one of the most popular in Ukraine. The bunches of grapes are large, have an average density, and have a pleasant taste. During transportation, they retain their shape, thanks to which they can be realized for dining needs. You led this variety in the Belgorod-Dnestrovsky IViV them. Tairova. The plant is resistant to frost, up to - 220S. Mildew is the scourge of many vineyard owners. Golden resistant is excellent against this disease, without additional spraying with pesticides. Oidium and gray mold are not safe for this plant.
- Dniester pink - Matyash Janos became the basis of this variety. The grapes are consumed fresh; they can be stored in refrigerated chambers until February-March. The main habitat is the Odessa region and adjacent regions. The berries are pinkish in color, have a dense skin and small seeds. Simplicity in growing has made this variety popular among amateur gardeners; fences and gazebos are ennobled with it. Fruit ripening occurs in late autumn. Resists many fungal diseases.
- Buffalo is the result of a cross between varieties such as Watkins and Gelber. Differs in high frost resistance and resistance to mildew and gray rot on fruits. The variety belongs to the early, ripe fruits in the south of Ukraine are harvested in the first half of September. The bunches are loose with dark berries that have a bright strawberry flavor with a slightly tart aftertaste. Used for making juice and wine.
- Pineapple grapes are a hybrid variety originated in the United States. The main feature is winter hardiness and resistance to mildew, spider mites. Large berries have a green color, dense skin, pleasant taste with a tangible aroma of pineapple. Since the variety is isable, it is not used for industrial wine production. As tests have shown, during fermentation isabel grapes release methyl alcohol, which causes significant damage to the human body. Fresh berries are completely safe.
Care features
The listed grape varieties are resistant to common diseases, however, they do not have 100% protection. For the prevention of diseases: mildew, spotted necrosis, oidium, the soil is treated with nitrophen. This drug prevents the occurrence of lesions, repels mice and other pests.
Potassium permanganate, which is introduced into the soil along with foliar feeding, will protect from powdery mildew.
Preparing cuttings for storage plays an important role in the formation of a healthy plant. All shoots that arouse suspicion upon external examination: have damaged parts, areas affected by diseases must be cut off and destroyed. This will prevent diseases from spreading to the entire vine, which will significantly increase its resistance to diseases and pests.
Vineyards do not need frequent watering, to get a good harvest and its ripening, it is enough to water the plants once a week. In addition, this procedure should be postponed during flowering.After removing the fruits, the plant does not need water.
If the variety is frost-resistant, then for the safety of the vine it is enough to cover it with foliage or sawdust. The danger is posed by small rodents, so that the cuttings and shoots are not damaged, in winter they are sprayed with a repellent composition for mice, or poisoned baits are placed on the site.
If in the region of grape growing there are frequent snowless winters, it is necessary to carry out the root katarovka. During this process, the top roots are removed in order to develop the inner ones, this will prevent frostbite of the plant and its vital parts.
Video "Grapes protection against diseases"
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