Strawberry "Tsaritsa": characteristics and features of agricultural technology

Strawberries are berries that everyone loves.That is why breeders all over the world are constantly trying to display new varieties that have improved properties. The Tsaritsa strawberry represents a new type of this berry, which was bred in Russia.

Russian breeders tried to create a plant that can withstand the winter cold in the northern regions of the country. If it is snowing winter, the variety withstands temperatures down to -22 ° С. At the same time, the snow layer should be from 30 cm. All the best qualities of the variety appear in the region where it was bred.

Despite the name "strawberry", this variety of culture refers to strawberries. The presented strawberry has a cone shape with a glossy surface. The average weight of a berry is 40 g. Usually, up to 3 kg of fruits are collected from one bush. In order to prevent a sharp decline in yields on the site, it is recommended to periodically remove old bushes and plant young seedlings in their place.

Characteristics of strawberries:

• breeds with a mustache;
• the berry is large and sweet;
• fruits in June;
• fruits can be transported, and they can be stored for a long time;
• active yield of the crop - 3 years;
• The plant is not demanding to light and heat.

"Queen" is unpretentious in the care, but it gives an average yield. When breeding culture must take into account other nuances.

The berries can ripen unevenly, and therefore during the fruiting period, it is recommended to carefully inspect each shrub and pick up all the ripe berries from it, since the remaining berries may eventually rot.

It is recommended to harvest the crop in the morning after the dew has come down. After 5 years, the berries on the bushes will start to become small, and the plant itself will begin to age. During this period, it is recommended to remove and plant new seedlings on the site.

Berry of this variety has beneficial properties, as it contains in its composition a large amount of vitamins and compounds that can strengthen the body and positively affect it. The constant use of these berries can improve immunity, improve blood flow and memory.

The advantages of strawberries in this class include:

• universality of fruits that can be processed in different ways;
• unpretentiousness to growing conditions and care;
• juicy and big berries;
• fruits tolerate transportation and can be stored for a long time;
• bush has protection from pests and pathologies;
• the variety can tolerate both drought and frost;
• fruits up to 5 years.

The disadvantages include the fact that with a small amount of snow in frosty winters the plant can freeze. The yield of this variety is average, and therefore it is rarely used for cultivation on an industrial scale.

Experienced gardeners when choosing seedlings are recommended to pay attention to the presence of healthy leaves on it, as well as to ensure that the root length is about 10 cm. The best option would be to purchase seedlings that are sold with closed roots in a container or plastic packaging. To purchase seedlings from trusted suppliers, it is recommended to choose healthy and young plants that can bring a big harvest.

When buying seedlings need to consider some points.

Seedling leaves should be green and with a smooth surface. If there are damaged leaves, then it is better not to buy such seedlings.

Each bush should have at least 3 leaves.

Roots must be moisturized and free from rot.

Landing scheme involves the following work:

• dig holes;
• place the roots of the bushes in the pits and spread over the entire area of ​​the recess;
• sprinkle the roots with earth;
• water each course with two liters of water;
• mulch with sawdust or grass;
• a layer of mulch should be about 10 cm.

In order for the plant to settle well and quickly in a new area, it is recommended to ensure the following conditions:

• the site should be chosen well lit by the sun and without biases;
• nearby should not grow large trees or bushes;
• the place should be well blown with fresh air;
• the soil should be fertilized, light, and drained;
• it is desirable to plant bushes on loams.

The landing is in spring, the best time is mid-April. This is due to the fact that the roots of young seedlings should grow stronger over the season. The landing is made in the prepared and fertilized soil. It is recommended that the site where young strawberry seedlings will be planted next season should be dug up in the fall to a depth of 20 cm. Also, a sufficient amount of fertilizer should be applied to the soil.

Currently, gardeners plant this crop in two ways.

The tape method involves digging out grooves to a depth of 15 cm and a width of 40 cm. The bushes in it are located 20 cm away.

Saplings are planted according to the same parameters as in the previous case, but each bush should be planted in a separate hole. The final step, which completes the landing process, is mulching and watering.

The peculiarity of cultivation of this crop is similar to that used in the care of other varieties of strawberries. This plant requires only top dressing, watering, as well as carrying out measures to protect against diseases and pests. It is recommended to weed the beds after irrigation during the season, as well as remove excess plants from the site and mulch the soil. Competently carried out activities will help to achieve a large crop and clean berries.

To get a bountiful and early harvest, the plant must be properly watered. Watering strawberries should be done moderately. When the plant begins to bloom and the fruit begins to set, it is recommended to water it once every 2 weeks. It uses about 2 liters of water for one bush. In rainy weather, watering should be reduced so that the soil is not too wet, thus avoiding the appearance of rot and mold on the roots. The volume of liquid during irrigation should be reduced by 3 times.

When watering it is necessary to ensure that water is absorbed evenly into the ground and does not create puddlesbecause this plant loves moisture, but it does not tolerate a large amount of it, which negatively affects the state of roots and green shoots. Therefore, watering is recommended to produce a drip method or with the use of watering cans. It is not recommended to fill the area with water from a hose. In this case, watering should be done under the roots, so that the minimum amount of water falls on the green shoots, especially during the fruiting period. A large amount of water can also adversely affect the taste of berries. They will become acidic and watery.

It is mandatory that after each watering the soil is mulched, and also it is loosened and the weeds are destroyed. For mulching, it is recommended to use pine needles and discard leaves. And also, if necessary, strawberries can be covered with a film, which will help to preserve moisture and heat inside.

Loosening the soil will help get rid of the appearance of a crust on the surface, will allow nutrients, air and moisture to penetrate to the roots.

Strawberries of this variety must be fed constantly. Nitrogen or mineral compounds are used for this, and potash preparations are added during flowering. In autumn you can pour a bucket of humus mixed with peat on 1 m2 of land.

When preparing plants for winter, it is not possible to remove green leaves from them. It is recommended to remove only dried and old leaves.If frosts start early, and there is still no snow, you need to cover the site with agrofibre or film for insulation. The first top dressings can be applied 3 years after planting, provided that at the time of planting the soil was well fertilized.

Compost overdose is also undesirable, as is its complete absence. If the plot was well manured when preparing the beds in the fall, the subsequent subcortex can be made only after two or three years. Nutrient components are applied to the site in quantities recommended by the manufacturer. In this case, the bulk of nutrients should fall at the root, and not on the bush.

The breeding of this variety is done in different ways. At the same time it is rather difficult to bring out and grow a young bush from seeds. Therefore, the most common method of reproduction is the preservation of processes from the parent plant. At the same time, they choose the largest and healthiest appendix.

Another method of reproduction is to dig up an adult plant from the ground and divide it into parts. In each such part there should be several outlets. It is desirable that they have developed roots. Such parts are planted later in the form of individual plants in the garden.

The Tsaritsa strawberry does not require any special preparation for the winter, and if there is a large amount of snow, it does not require additional shelter. In the spring, when the snow is completely gone, the strawberries will come to life at the first rays of the sun and begin to harden.

In those areas where the snow cover forms late, it is recommended to cover areas with strawberries with leaves and needles at the first frost. But even without additional coverage in rare cases, it can withstand temperatures of -15 ° C. It is not recommended to mulch this variety with straw and hay, as rodents can breed in these materials.

In the autumn, after harvesting, it is necessary to remove from the area where the variety grows, old leaves, weeds, as well as other plants that can rot and cause diseases. Each bush can be sprinkled with compost in the fall, which will be an additional fertilizer for strawberries in spring.

The variety "Queen" has resistance to all sorts of pathologies, but insects or pests can destroy the fruit. May beetles and wireworms are considered the most insidious. To combat these pests, you can use a small concentration of ammonia. And also danger represents a tick, from which they get rid of karbofos. In order for the plant not to undergo diseases, as well as to protect it from pests, it is necessary to carry out regular preventive measures, namely, to treat the bushes with a solution of soap or Bordeaux mixture.

About this culture, gardeners leave a lot of feedback. Feedback is mostly positive. Gardeners note that the main advantage of the variety is that it can grow in harsh climates and can withstand great frosts in a snowy winter. Gardeners like that the "Queen" does not require special care, even beginning gardeners easily cope with its breeding. When growing a variety in the harsh conditions of the northern regions of Russia, the rules of agricultural technology do not change, the only thing to do is to cover the strawberries with additional materials, if necessary, so that it does not freeze.

Under favorable conditions, as well as with the observance of all the rules of agrotechnology, quite large yields of large, tasty and ripe berries can be obtained from the bush. People say that strawberries can be stored for a long time and processed in different ways. It is very fragrant and tasty fresh, and the jam from it is excellent.

However, gardeners warn that It is necessary to observe the watering regime and not to overwet the soil, as the fruits will become watery. And also there is a need to protect the berries from pests.

About what are the characteristics of the strawberry variety "Queen", see the following video.