The subtleties of growing grapes "Kishmish 342"

Grapes are a tasty crop. To date, he has won special popularity among farmers. There are enough reasons for this, and even more admirers of extraordinary taste.

Kishmish 342 grapes were obtained by crossing Vilar Blanc and American Sidlis Perlet. The hybrid has oval berries weighing about three grams, in which there are no seeds. Peel is characterized by thinness, delicate structure and yellow color.

In turn, the flesh is quite elastic and sweet, all because it contains about twenty percent of sugar, and the acid is only eight grams per liter. Clusters can be both large and medium.

Each bush GF can produce a crop in the amount of about twenty-five kilograms of ripe berries. They grow strongly, so they need to grow in specially designated areas. This is a grape with a stable large fruiting and refers to table varieties. Most often the crop is used for making raisins, as well as for preparing meals for children. According to reviews, the main advantages of Hungarian sultanas are the following:

• resistance to fungal infection;
• good frost resistance;
• the variety is cultivated in conditions with a difficult climate;
• excellent digestibility of grapes in the body;
• a little demanding care.

The grape variety Kishmish 342 belongs to the early one, it ripens about 115 days. It is recommended to immediately rip ripe clusters in order not to shorten their storage period. The vine is quite elastic and strong. Good ripening is characteristic for sprouts, more than seventy percent are fruitful. This plant is loyal to the frosty period and easily tolerates it, the grapes are not afraid of even minus 25 degrees. It is noticed that the bushes do not affect mildew and oidium. The plant can be oppressed by a leaf-spider and spider mite.

Fruit grapes of this variety are self-pollinated. This means that for the process of pollination he uses his pollen, which is carried by the wind or insects. Insects are attracted to the honey scent “Kishmish”, which participates in pollination, attracting insects for pollination. After this process, seeds of GF 342 are formed, but after a while they break off on their own.

The use of gibberellins, that is, phytohormones, will be appropriate to this grape variety. "Kishmish" has only rudimentary seeds with a small amount of growth substances, therefore, processing gibberellins will be an excellent way to increase the volume of the crop several times. This contributes to an increase in grapes in size and mass.

This grape is one of the most useful, as it contains vitamins and macronutrients. It has a positive effect on the nervous system, destroying the effects of stress. The plant has nicotinic acid, which the body needs for normal metabolism. Eating grapes is a replenishment of ascorbic acid, which strengthens the protective properties of the body.

Potassium, which is in the berries, has a beneficial effect on the heart and vascular system. If a person suffers from arrhythmia, dystonia or hypertension, then “Kishmish 342” will not prevent to include in the diet. Grapes can reduce the number of bacteria in the mouth, prevent tooth decay and gum disease.

If you prefer the grapes "Kishmish 342" for planting in their territories, do not forget about the climate of the territory and the selection of the right conditions for growth. If you do not deviate from the rules for planting, then in the end you can get a sweet and juicy harvest in large quantities.

This grape variety has the ability to multiply in several ways.

• Cuttings. In this case, cuttings are used that are stiff and harvested since autumn. The cutting height should be 0.25 m with two or three buds that are capable of survival.After the lower part is trimmed, it is necessary to carry out disinfection with iron sulphate. Further without constant watering and loosening can not do. After the root system is formed in the cutting, you can safely make transplanting to a new place.

• Grafting. This method consists in grafting cuttings on an old vine. The method is carried out with a blade clamping of parts. The stalk grows together with the mother bush, forming many new cells.
• Formation of layering. This method is often used in the autumn and spring. It consists of placing a vine one year old in a trench that is specially prepared. Next, you will need to sprinkle the soil with a loose consistency, but the top should be left on the surface. About two weeks trench requires abundant watering. As a result, buds give growth to the formation of roots.

Do not forget about the correct choice of seedlings. It should be no less than 0.24 cm. It should be with a stiff surface and one centimeter in diameter.

Be sure to consider the important points of the correct landing.

1. We prepare the soil. Before the landing process, the addition of sod, compost and humus will be appropriate. It is necessary to introduce sand, the amount of which should be equal to the volume of the earth.
2. Planting cuttings should be held in the second half of May and before the first days of September. If a plant with roots, then planting is carried out earlier - at the end of April.
3. Choose a plot for the next bush. The most favorable place will be a well-lit side in the east or west. Often grapes are planted along the wall, fence or any other structures. “Kishmish” is a prolific plant, therefore it should be planted with a distance of 0.8 m from the structures. Between the bushes you should keep a distance of about three - four meters, and between rows about two meters.

The pit for planting rummages to a depth of 0.7 meters and with a diameter of 0.8 meters. At the bottom it is worth laying out a drainage, fertilizers are added on top of it. Next is to pour the mixture, including humus, sod land and sand. The support is installed in the hole. Grapes need to be planted in the hole of a narrow diameter, which is done with a shovel. Powder roots should be careful. The branch spud soil until two free buds are left. Bushes need abundant watering. After the soil is drawn in, the mulching procedure can be carried out.

Rules for the care of grapes "Kishmish 342" include several actions.

• In May, it is necessary to cut off the excess grape shoots, as well as tie up every extra grown shoot. During this period, you can make the first feeding.
• In June, young individuals are landed. Budding of the buds can be started on the plant so that the pollination process takes place faster. At the same time, you need to carry out treatment from insects, as well as constantly tie up the bushes.
• In July, the treatment of the plant with preparations begins, which prevent the development of a fungal infection. And also it will be appropriate to feed and circumcision stepchildren.
• In August, the berries ripen, so the grapes need the right care. GF 342 need to continue to tie up and cut unnecessary. Bushes need feeding, and at the end of the month should stop watering.

Grapes are an unusual berry, and almost every gardener would like to have a magnificent vineyard. But in order for the plants to take root and give the desired yield, a favorable climate of the territory is necessary.

The climate near Moscow is considered not very affectionate. Planting Kishmish 342 in the Moscow region will be possible for anyone who so desires, but do not forget about proper winter care.

Many believe that the grape is a southern plant, but this is not entirely true. GF 342 grape culture can be safely grown in Siberia. The main problems of grape growth in this region are cold soil in the first half of summer, as well as heavy autumn rains, which can block the supply of oxygen to the roots of the plant.

Despite its simplicity, the plant must be constantly monitored, following the rules of care. To improve the quality of the grape harvest, you should use gibberellin. When it takes at least three months after landing, you need to pinch the tip of the escape. But it is also an important point to conduct timely preventive treatment of the plant in order to avoid many diseases of grapes.

The variety is quite resistant to many diseases and pests, but the risk of infection still exists. That is why it is recommended to treat the plant with Bordeaux mixture or a special preparation. To avoid infection, it is recommended to properly trim the bushes so that the infection does not spread. A good remedy for wasps, which gives a positive effect, is sprinkling of grapes with vinegar, as well as setting traps. Insecticides can be used against spider mites and caterpillars.

Kishmish 342 is an excellent grape variety that many people love. It can be grown in conditions with different climates. Besides the fact that the plant has high yields, its berries are pleasant to the taste and beneficial. It doesn’t matter if you are a beginner or an experienced gardener, you can safely grow this variety on your own plot, a lot of knowledge is not required for this. GF 342 has many advantages compared to other grape varieties.

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