Description and characteristics of the variety Apple Pinova, cultivation in different regions
Among the winter varieties, the Pinova apple variety is especially popular. Due to its relative unpretentiousness to growing conditions and excellent immunity, this fruit crop is grown almost everywhere. Apples of this variety attract attention with their ruddy and one-dimensionality, the harvest is not only qualitative, but also quantitative. But in order to grow it, you should know the varietal characteristics of this plant.
History and description of the variety
A new hybrid form was obtained through hybridization; two varieties resistant to adverse environmental factors, Clivia and Golden Delicious, were selected as the parental pair. German breeders worked on the breeding of the Pinov apple variety, and already in 1986 they knew about it in Europe.
For information! Reviews of the Pinova variety are extremely positive; the culture shows the best results in areas with mild winters.
According to the description of the variety, the tree grows up to 3.5 m, builds up a dense crown, it is quite spreading, it can be wide-pyramidal or flat-round in shape. In adult plantings, the branches are directed downward. The dark green foliage has pubescence on the inside, the tips are pointed. Flowers are distinguished by a white color, they appear in May, and form ovaries closer to June.
Specifications
Each variety of apple trees has a whole set of distinctive features, the knowledge of which allows you to provide plants with proper care and conditions.
Advantages and disadvantages
Among the positive characteristics of the Pinov apple tree, experienced gardeners distinguish:
- a high degree of resistance to major diseases, in particular, to powdery mildew and scab;
- the ability to bear fruit abundantly and stably;
- excellent taste and marketability of fruits;
- the universal purpose of apples;
- one-dimensionality of fruits;
- a sufficient level of resistance to subzero temperatures (-25 degrees);
- early maturity (the first fruits are harvested already in the second year after planting the seedling in a permanent place);
- long shelf life of the crop (up to 8 months).
Among the disadvantages are:
- the need for additional shelter for the winter in a harsh climate;
- weak resistance to fire blight.
Dimensions
The Pinov apple tree is distinguished by its medium height. The crown is formed moderately thickened, often in the form of a wide pyramid. To ensure the annual growth, it will be necessary to properly organize watering, timely apply nutrient mixtures, monitor the condition of the tree itself, remove weeds, and at the first signs of disease, immediately take appropriate measures to cure them.
Yield
When creating favorable conditions for growth from one adult tree, it is possible to collect up to 50 kg of the crop.Apples grow medium to large in size, their average weight is 180 g.
The frequency of fruiting
The Pinova apple variety gives a harvest every year, the main thing is to maintain an optimal balance of useful components in the soil, introducing not only organic fertilizers, but also complex mineral compositions. The tree begins to bear fruit in the second year after planting. Given the tendency of the variety to excessive formation of ovaries, normalization should be done by cutting off unnecessary ones. Thanks to this simple technique, the harvest is stable, large.
Winter hardiness
In Pinov's apple tree, the level of frost resistance is characterized as medium. The variety grows and develops well in areas with mild climatic conditions; when grown in the central regions of Russia, it is necessary to take care of additional shelter, especially for young trees.
In general, the variety has a sufficient degree of winter hardiness for its cultivation in many regions.
If you follow the basic agrotechnical techniques, then the fruit crop will be able to better withstand low temperatures. But ignoring the rules of cultivation often leads to freezing of the tree and a decrease in productivity.
Disease resistance
The Pinova apple tree has earned its demand for resistance to fungal infections, it is not afraid of either powdery mildew or scab. It is very important to control the level of moisture in the soil, otherwise there is a high probability of the development of putrefactive processes on the root system of the tree.
Fruit assessment
The Pinova apple tree is positioned as a fairly promising variety with excellent taste characteristics of the fruit. Tasting score 4.6-4.9 points. Therefore, this variety is often chosen for growing on an industrial scale.
Dimensions of an adult tree
The maximum tree height does not exceed 3.5 m. Taking into account the thickening of the crown, it is recommended to do pruning every year, which means removing dry, damaged and deformed branches. As a result of such procedures, the plant receives more nutrients and productivity indicators increase significantly.
Terms of ripening and storage of fruits
The picking of Pinov's apples begins in late September and ends in October. The fruits reach their removable maturity unevenly, which explains the harvest range. With careful collection and proper storage, the crop can not lose its taste and market characteristics until May. In this regard, the Pinova apple variety greatly outperforms Golden Delicious, its parent.
Growing in different regions
The Pinov apple variety is still poorly studied, but it is already grown in the Moscow region and adjacent regions, in Belarus, in Ukraine. The key to a good harvest is the right place for planting a fruit crop. The best results are seen in open and well-lit glades, protected from through winds.
The plant prefers light, moderately moist and humus-rich soils. In dry weather, the tree feels quite normal, but in close proximity to groundwater it reacts poorly. Because excessive moisture causes root rot.
When buying seedlings of this variety, you should carefully examine them for traces of disease damage, various damages, including mechanical ones. Only healthy planting material is able to give a bountiful harvest in the future.
For information! It is recommended to carry out preparatory measures in advance, especially if the soil in an area with a low level of air permeability and is depleted.
The depth of the planting pit varies between 30-50 cm, everything will depend on the size of the root mass. Width 60 cm.Before planting, the extracted soil is mixed with an organic rotted composition and mineral mixtures. After planting the Pinova apple variety, the soil should be watered abundantly and mulched with peat, fallen leaves. It is recommended to prune in the first year after planting the seedling in a permanent place, where special attention is paid to the formation of the trunk, skeletal branches and shortening the lateral shoots.
In order for trees to grow and develop faster, you need to apply fertilizers with a high concentration of nitrogen in the spring. At the end of the flowering stage, complex mineral compositions with potassium and phosphorus content are used. To preserve moisture in the soil, mulch should be placed throughout the season: humus, compost, sawdust, peat. Before wintering, young plants of this variety are covered.
