Description and characteristics of the currant variety Dobrynya, planting and care

The Dobrynya currant variety, despite the name, does not differ in high growth rates. The bush wins to others - the ability to bring a large harvest, its performance is impressive, so gardeners are increasingly giving preference to Dobrynya. Berries shrub gives unusual, with a characteristic purple hue, the taste of the fruit is pleasant, with the inherent sourness of currants.

Description and characteristics of the variety Dobrynya

To get an impression of a culture, it is worth studying its parameters, from general indicators to specific nuances.

Yield

It is believed that the yield indicator for the variety is high, it is considered a leader, since, on average, up to 2 kilograms of fruit can be obtained from a bush.

Subject to all conditions, but growing a bush in the Middle Lane, the yield rate decreases and reaches 1.6 kilograms of berries from the bush.

Ripening terms

The variety is classified as mid-season, but in the process of ripening the berries, much depends on the region in which the currant grows. A description of the ripening time can be displayed as follows:

1. If the plant grows in the Middle Lane, then at the end of June you can wait for fruit from it.
2. When a gardener lives in a warm region with a pliable climate, the berries ripen earlier.
3. If the bush grows in unfavorable climatic conditions, then the fruits will appear closer to August, at the end of July.

In many ways, the indicator depends on the climate, but also on the care that is carried out for the currants. It is difficult to influence it, but in the presence of the sun and maintaining sufficient humidity, you can wait for early fruits.

Berry size and flavor

You can describe the size of the berries in one word - "heroic" - the figure reaches 6 grams, but these are large fruits, berries weighing 3-4 grams are considered medium in size.

The fruit has excellent taste characteristics; the Dobrynya berries received a tasting score of 4.9 points.

Some more useful information about fruits:

• differ in oval shape;
• with a characteristic dark shade;
• cut or scrapped - dry;
• there is a slight glossy shine;
• the presence of a "gun" is permissible.

Taste qualities

The taste characteristic of black currant is light, pleasant sourness. The tart and aromatic fruits are suitable for making preparations, and they can also be easily eaten, enjoying a pleasant taste.

Attention! In appearance, currants resemble olives, only dark, with a purple tint.

Bush size

This variety of black currant, although called Dobrynya, does not differ in its large size. The bush reaches a length of one and a half meters. This is considered quite normal. There are spreading bushes, which also do not differ in height.

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Frost resistant

The plant, despite its love for a warm climate, tolerates frost well. He is not afraid of frosts in minus 25 degrees. If there are sharp temperature changes in the region, the currants may die, "freeze". Dobrynya belongs to frost-resistant varieties, which, at the same time, tolerate drought well and are not afraid of spring frosts.

Disease resistance

Currant bushes have relatively good immunity, which allows us to speak about their stability:

1. Powdery mildew.
2. To the kidney mite.
3. For anthracnose and other fungal diseases - not very good.

You will also have to regularly process the bushes from aphids. Summer residents are advised to carry out such procedures with Aktofit.

Pros and cons of currants

The variety can be found both disadvantages and advantages, which is understandable, despite the excellent yield indicators.

Consider the main virtues of culture:

• high yield rate - up to 20 kilograms of currants can be harvested from 1 hectare;
• the variety has good frost resistance, average immunity, there is resistance to diseases and pests;
• the taste characteristics of the fruit should also be regarded as an advantage;
• the ability of berries to reach full maturity in mid-June, earlier in hot climates.

According to the breeders, the variety is ideal for Central Russia, since the climatic conditions of this zone make it possible to harvest a large harvest during the season and get it relatively early.

But, in addition to the above advantages, do not forget about the existing disadvantages of currants:

1. The berries ripen unevenly, due to which you will have to harvest in several stages.
2. Reproduction is fraught with certain difficulties, seedlings take root poorly. The percentage is low.
3. The variety does not tolerate stressful situations, despite the favorable climate in Ukraine, when planting currants in this region, massive attacks are noted.
4. The low growth of the bush is also reproached by Dobrynya, but only by some breeders.

It is a pity that there were some drawbacks, but they are fully leveled by the advantages of the black currant variety.

Features of planting and growing

To understand what a currant needs, we list its basic needs in the form of a list:

• time for germination - begins to bear fruit in the second year after planting;
• requires regular feeding and pruning.

In the first year, only dry branches are cut, then rejuvenating pruning is carried out. The bushes are planted side by side, leaving a gap of 0.8-1 meter between them. This "density" compensates for the short stature and improves the yield of the variety.

Site preparation

If you decide to land Dobrynya, then it is recommended to carry out such procedures in mid-September. The soil requires special preparation, it must settle on its own, press the root system, which is considered weak.

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Rules for choosing planting material

We'll have to inspect the bush to make sure there are no signs of illness. Before planting, it is recommended to hold the roots in a solution of a preparation that stimulates the growth of the plant's root system.

Step-by-step planting instructions

What a gardener should do if he wants to optimize the planting process:

1. Add humus to the hole in a volume of 4-5 kilograms, you can use compost or wood ash.
2. Compact the soil in the area of ​​the root system, while not causing serious damage to the hairs.

Nuances of currant care

There are several tricks that will help Dobrynya "settle down" and please the summer resident with a good harvest.

Watering

After planting and their completion, watering the plants is carried out daily, which will increase the chances of survival of the bushes.

Top dressing

Various fertilizers are used as top dressing:

• fertilizers will have to be applied annually, both organic and mineral;
• before planting, add humus, compost or wood ash to the hole, you can also use any organic complex.

The shrub shrub is a kind of tree with independent branches. It is recommended to fertilize such varieties of berries annually, otherwise their yield will fall.

Preparing for winter

It is recommended to carry it out if you live in a region that does not have a warm climate. What to do:

1. Bend the shoots to the ground, sprinkle them with dry soil a little, cover them with branches, foliage, grass.
2. After the first frost, in early November, wrap each twig with agrofibre or other material that retains heat.

Pests

Consider the pests that can infect Dobrynya currants:

• if the kidney moth "covet" the bush, then there is a high probability that it will die;
• caterpillars - feed on leaves;
• sawfly larvae cause serious harm; located on the lower leaves;
• do not forget about aphids, it will have to be processed from it.

Diseases

In many ways, the likelihood of infection of black currant with fungal diseases depends on compliance with the rules for caring for it.

What diseases can a gardener face when growing this variety:

1. Terry.
2. Goblet rust.
3. Septoria.

The first disease is considered infectious, while the second and third are fungal diseases.

Collection and storage

You will have to harvest in several stages, which is considered a characteristic feature of the variety. When picking, the berries do not crack, they tolerate transportation and storage well.

Note: it is believed that pollinators are not required for the currant of this variety, but for the yield to be higher, it is desirable to have several varieties of this plant on the site.

When choosing a suitable type of currant, pay attention to Dobrynya, since this type of culture has good characteristics and is in demand among gardeners. And all this despite the presence of disadvantages and the need for specific care.