Description of the variety of Canadian cherries Precious Carmine and characteristics of fruiting
There are many varieties of cherries that will decorate any garden with dignity, and each of them has features, advantages, disadvantages. Before starting to grow, it is recommended to carefully read the characteristics of the selected plant, this will facilitate care. The attention of many gardeners is certainly attracted by the description of the Precious Carmine cherry, which has many advantages. The lush Carmine Jewel tree, with proper care, will certainly delight you with a harvest of delicious fruits.
Description of the variety
The Carmine Jewel variety was developed specifically for cultivation in regions with dry summers and harsh winters. The plant endures severe frosts (up to 40 degrees), the merciless impact of the sun's rays.
An adult tree reaches a height of only 2 m.This does not affect the yield; with proper care, Canadian cherry trees easily yield up to 15 kg. The description of the variety can be completed with the merits of the berries. The fruits are tasty, weighing up to 4 g.
Cherries are picked only at full maturity, when the berries acquire a dark ruby hue. Pink is a sign of immaturity, it is recommended to wait another week.
Advantages and disadvantages of the variety
Precious Carmine has many advantages that attract beginners in fruit growing and experienced gardeners. Among the advantages are noted:
- resistance to adverse climatic conditions;
- compactness (an adult plant takes up little space in the garden);
- yield;
- self-fertility (no need to plant pollinating plants);
- unattractiveness to pests (insects rarely infect a tree);
- rare diseases.
Cherry has no drawbacks, except for the requirement of regular pruning and tree formation. Usually Precious Carmine is formed in the form of a lush bush or standard tree.
Characteristics of the variety
The main characteristics of Precious Carmine that attract gardeners are unpretentiousness and frost resistance. There will not be any special difficulties in agricultural technology in growing a crop, the plant adapts perfectly in harsh conditions.
The tree has a natural dwarf shape, does not need vaccinations, which facilitates care. Fruiting begins in July and lasts until mid-August. If cherries are grown in a darkened place, the harvest time is moved by 1-2 weeks.
Planting and care rules
For good development and growth, precious Carmine needs a fertile soil rich in nutrients, so when planting seedlings, you will have to prepare the composition. Mix:
- garden soil;
- sand;
- peat;
- compost (necessarily rotted).
Take all components for the soil mixture in equal parts. It would be useful to add wood ash (3-5 handfuls per bush). Prepare the pit, having previously examined the roots, they should be comfortable when planting. Finish planting with a thick mulch layer (peat, chopped straw, grass cuttings).
The tree is afraid of the abundance of moisture, therefore, owners of areas with high humidity are advised to choose the driest areas for growing cherries. If groundwater can damage the roots, be sure to put a drainage layer (broken bricks, small pebbles, rubble, fragments of ceramic dishes). Drainage thickness - at least 20 cm.
Water as needed. In a dry season, you will have to do soil irrigation often - after 2-3 days. First, loosen the topsoil. Do not go deep into the ground, there is a risk of damage to the roots passing near the surface.
Fertilize with rotted organic matter. It is forbidden to use fresh manure, there is a risk of burning the roots, provoking an attack of pests that live in organic composition. During the summer season, spend 2-4 feeding. The last application of nutrients is before shedding the leaves.
Pruning in early spring, before the buds swell. If the snow has not melted yet, do not worry, the plant will perfectly tolerate the procedure.
The absence of leaves does not allow you to accurately determine dry and damaged branches, therefore, it is necessary to start removing such shoots in the summer. It is recommended to use a garden pitch, which will prevent the penetration of infection, harmful bacteria, and accelerate the healing of healthy tissue.
Cherry Precious Carmine will fully justify the name, because with proper care it will delight you with bright juicy fruits with high taste. It is recommended to use berries in preservation, jam, for making delicious desserts. If you do not make mistakes in cultivation, the harvest will be enough for everything - the plant will generously thank you for your care.
