Description of grapes for northern latitudes

The cultivation of grapes has traditionally been carried out in warm lands, since the plant is very thermophilic - it cannot survive the harsh winters.However, there is one unique species designed to live in northern latitudes. The development of new frost-resistant varieties has allowed the spread of viticulture in many regions of our country.

Breeders have long sought to spread gardening and farming throughout the country, creating a culture that will not be afraid of any weather conditions. Since the grapes from ancient times were grown only in warm lands, the scientists had a difficult task. As a result of long-term studies, a number of tests created several varieties of such berries that are not afraid of frost, and in summer produce a large crop. The most popular is the "Northern sweet."

The author of the variety was Ivan Vladimirovich Michurin, who for many years worked on the improvement of this plant. This grape variety can be considered unique, as it can withstand temperatures of 30 ° C.

• "Northern sweet" refers to the red form.
• It is intended for making wine. Purple berries with a waxy coating.
• It is sweet enough with a slight sourness.
• Sugar content is 20-25%.
• The clusters are small - 100-120 g, have a conical shape.

The taste of grapes depends on the time when the crop was harvested. The fruits fully ripen by August, but if the weather conditions allow, you can wait until September. Then the taste of grapes / wines from it will be more intense. Since the rind of the fruit is quite dense, they can be easily transported over long distances or stored for a long time. The grape leaf of the “Northern Sweet” is dense with veins. Often such a variety is grown for site design.

When planting "Northern Sweet" grapes, it must be borne in mind that it has a strong-growing shrub that must be properly formed. In addition, seedlings will have to tie up, as well as trim the extra shoots. The plant needs additional nutrition with fertilizers (humates, gibberellins, compost and ash).

"Saperavi" refers to the ancient grape varieties. It is intended for making red dessert wines. And the main feature of this variety is that its taste varies depending on the growing area, the influence of weather conditions and growing methods. Since “Saperavi” always grew only in warm regions, the breeders crossed it with “Northern sweet” to get a frost-resistant look.

• Clusters weigh 120 grams.
• Sugar content is 25%.
• Unlike “Northern Sweet”, “Saperavi” has not round, but oval berries.
• Fruits of a violet shade with a touch.
• The leaves are rounded light green.

In addition to the main characteristics of the grapes, you can also add that it produces very tasty wines. Typically, Saperavi is popular in Georgia, where it is used to make an excellent drink that is sold all over the world. Especially prized old wines.

The variety "White North" is quite sweet. Its sugar content is up to 25%. It is resistant not only to frost, but also fungal diseases. The bush is a vigorous, therefore it requires special care (pruning of excess shoots and garter).

This grape has a good harvest (up to 12 kg). Berries are used for making wine and juices. Drink derived from these berries, different musky flavor.

For growing varieties of "White North" experienced gardeners recommend choosing a soil that contains a moderate amount of nutrients. On the “fat” land, such grapes will grow well - the bushes will become large, decorated with large leaves, but there will be no harvest, or the plant will give the minimum number of fruits. For this reason, it is not necessary to feed the soil with a large number of different fertilizers.

It is best to choose sunny places.Then the grapes will grow well, and the berries will be filled with sweetness. In addition, the bush will yield only 3 years after planting, which will only increase with each season.

Initially, the Northern Shoulder variety was grown near the Don. And the name of the grape was due to the fact that its berries are showered on the ground. They have a wine color with a slight wax coating, and their shape is oval. The clusters are quite large - they weigh 350 g, and in some cases 1.5 kg. Grapes of this variety can withstand temperatures of -32 ° C. Due to the high frost resistance, the bushes do not need additional shelter for the winter period.

Variety, like most other species, is used for making wines. Sugar content is 23%. From 1 meter you can collect 10 kg of the crop.

However, this variety is susceptible to various diseases and fungal infections - such grapes require careful care and processing. It is also worth noting that the berries of the “Northern Shoulder” have thin skin, they are constantly crumbling when ripe. As a result, part of the harvest can simply be washed and spoiled.

For the landing of the "Northern brachist" choose autumn or spring. The plant takes root best on the southwest side. The soil is previously prepared, saturating with ashes, sand and humus.

The above northern varieties of grapes are the most popular in viticulture. They show a high resistance to frost and a great harvest. However, there are several other varieties that are also adapted to cold regions. These include.

• Variety "Laura". The grade "Laura" differs in very early fruit ripening. Clusters reach 1.5 kg. The berries are round, very large, have a white color. Sugar content is 23%. The variety is resistant to diseases and is not afraid of low temperatures (no more than -23 ° C).

• "Codrean". The variety “Codreanca” is similar in its characteristics to “Laura”. It is also resistant to various diseases, can withstand temperatures of -23 ° C. The berries are oval and dark purple, dense. Since the variety produces a fairly high yield, many gardeners value it.

• "Kishmish radiant." The variety "Radish Kishmish" ripens within 125 days. It (unlike other types of grapes) is less resistant to cold weather of northern latitudes. However, he is loved for taste. “Kishmish” is most often eaten, but not made wine. Berries with a pinkish tinge have an oval shape. Clusters can reach a weight of 1.5 kg.

• "Mascot". The grade "Blue Talisman" differs in very large clusters (2 kg). Berries are large and sweet, as evidenced by the rave reviews of many gardeners. In addition, the variety withstands temperatures of -25 ° C.

Northern grapes have several varieties, each of which differs in color, taste, weight and minimum temperature. Breeders have achieved quite good results in viticulture. They created a unique berry, which from a heat-loving turned into a frost-resistant. Northern grapes are not inferior in their characteristics and taste to the southern species. It is also well suited for making wines and eating.

You will learn more about the varieties of grapes for the northern latitudes by watching the following video.