Grape Talisman - a table variety with bright nutmeg notes
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Breeding history and other variety names
This variety is a hybrid bred by the domestic breeder V. Kapelyushny. He managed to achieve a special taste thanks to the crossing of the Frumoas, Delight and Albé varieties. The mascot has alternative names: Super Kesha, Kesha Muscat and FV-6. Due to the abundance of names, gardeners have difficulties when buying seedlings.
The mascot is also known as Super Kesha, Kesha Muscat and FV-6
The talisman became popular due to the fact that it is the mother crop for obtaining new hybrids. Breeders use this variety in order to increase yields, especially novice gardeners resort to its help.
Video "Grape Talisman: an overview of the variety"
This video tells about the features of this fruit crop.
Varietal features
Talisman grape refers to table varieties with an early ripening period. The period from the onset of the buds to the appearance of fruits takes an average of 130 days. Harvesting usually begins in early autumn. This variety is characterized by rapid growth and fruiting.
Description of the bush and peduncles
This berry has only female flower stalks, so universal varieties need to be planted nearby for pollination. The advantage of Talisman grapes is the high frost resistance of the berries. For this reason, the plant can be planted not only in the southern regions, but also in the north.
Bunches and berries
This variety is loved by growers because of its large clusters. Each of them can weigh up to 1 kg. Another advantage is the absence of peas. The berries are large and heavy. Depending on the care and the conditions under which the growth is carried out, the size of the fruits can reach 35 mm in diameter, and the weight - 15 g. The berries are elongated, white with a green tint.
The berries are large and heavy.
When fully ripe, the fruit has a sweet taste with hints of nutmeg. The rind is so thin that it is almost imperceptible to the taste. Because of the sweetness of the variety, children are not averse to feasting on them. The Talisman owes its taste to Delight, the sugar content of which exceeds 20%. As for the acidity, it can reach 8 g per liter. Berries can be on the vine for a long time without crumbling. It is practically impossible to damage them during transportation.
Taste qualities
The berries are always juicy due to their high sugar content. Their flesh is crispy, and the aroma is harmoniously combined with the nutmeg flavor. The seeds are small, easily detached from the pulp and are almost imperceptible in the mouth.
Commodity and technical characteristics
The hybrid belongs to commercial varieties due to its taste and appearance. It can be transported over long distances, since the integrity of the bunch is not destroyed during transportation.
Store grapes in a refrigerator or dark room at temperatures up to 10 ° C.The shelf life, judging by the reviews, is up to six months.
And although the Talisman is considered a table variety, you can make delicious wine from it. The fruits are also canned or frozen for the winter.
Table: varietal characteristics of grapes Talisman
Agrotechnics of grape varieties Talisman
Despite the fact that the berry has unisexual inflorescences, it can be successfully grown. But at the same time, you need to know some agrotechnical techniques:
- in order not to pollinate the plant artificially, you can plant next to a variety with a similar flowering period and with inflorescences of two sexes (for example, Isabella or Astonishment);
- do not forget to spray the bushes before flowering with boron and zinc products.
Advantages and disadvantages
In order to compose a detailed description of a variety, you need to pay attention to its pros and cons.
- high level of productivity;
- large weight of bunches and berries;
- an unforgettable aftertaste with a nutmeg hue;
- no problems during transportation;
- berries last a long time both on the bush and harvested;
- resistance to low temperatures and frost;
- the minimum incidence rate;
- cuttings root quickly and easily in the soil;
- the plant adapts well to the composition of the soil and climatic conditions of any region.
- it is imperative to plant varieties with male inflorescences on the bush or use artificial pollination;
- you need to normalize the yield level by removing excess flowers;
- the plant is often attacked by hornets and wasps;
- due to the fact that the shoots grow at an accelerated rate, the vine must be pruned frequently;
- the variety needs a large area and the installation of special trellises.
Timing of harvest and application of the crop
The harvest can be obtained within a couple of years after planting. The growing season averages 130 days, so the variety is considered early. The crop is harvested in early autumn.
The fruits do not lose their taste and presentation until the first frost.
Delicious berries can be eaten raw as they are a table variety. But they make excellent wine even without the use of sugar. The fruit can be frozen and used for baking during the winter. Because the grapes retain their unique and intense flavor over time, they can be stored in newspaper boxes.
It should be noted that this variety attracts gardeners due to its unique taste, high yield, as well as resistance to frost and parasites. The main disadvantage is the need for artificial pollination. But this problem can be solved by replanting varieties with male flowers.
Despite the fact that in recent years the popularity of this grape variety has faded somewhat, the Talisman have found application in science. Breeders use this variety to develop new varieties with the same positive characteristics of the berries as the Talisman.