The best varieties of pink grapes

By growing on the dacha of the grape, there are already few who will surprise. The most popular varieties of pink grapes.It has a mild sweet taste, large size and easy to grow. The saturated shade of a peel will decorate not only a garden, but also any feast.

To date, a sufficient number of cultivated varieties that are suitable for cultivation in Russia. They will please not only amateur gardeners, but also an experienced winemaker.

The popularity of pink grapes in domestic growers is due primarily to the fact that its varieties contain a large amount of vitamins and beneficial microelements, which are especially useful for children and the elderly. Planting and caring for the vine is practically no different from the cultivation of other grape varieties.

The main advantages of pink grapes are as follows.

• Big size berries. The diameter of one grape can reach 3-5 cm, depending on the variety and growing conditions.
• High yield. Unlike other varieties, it bears fruits several times more than it deserves the attention of many gardeners and farmers. With one vine you can get up to 10 kg of berries.
• Resistance to many common diseases. The ripening period occurs without any problems. Diseases rarely manage to seize the pink vineyard, unlike other varieties, which is another reason for its high popularity.
• The varieties of pink grapes contain bisexual inflorescences. This simplifies the process of pollination and improves the quality of the crop.
• High taste. The level of sugar content of berries is about 20%, the flesh is sweet, and the peel gives sourness. This variety is especially loved by children.

Before planting, it is worth examining the weak points of this grape to ensure the most comfortable conditions for its cultivation. So, pink grapes do not like low temperatures, so it is best to choose a place that is lit most of the day, and where drafts do not prevail. Most well these varieties grow in warm regions with stable weather conditions.

Masking is necessary with special attention. Most of the stepsons need to be removed in time, so that the formed clusters have time to mature and are not faded. It is also worth remembering that this is a rather fragile berry, and not all its varieties are suitable for transportation. This is especially important for those who want to realize grapes through the sale.

In order to choose the best variety for the climate of the region and the possibilities of the gardener, you first need to familiarize yourself with each of them in more detail.

Currently, there are many varieties of pink grapes. However, you should pay special attention to those that are intended for cultivation in the Russian regions and are popular with experienced domestic summer residents and farmers. Consider them in more detail.

• "Dubovsky". This variety is famous for being selected not by professionals, but by a resident of the Volgograd region. It was the result of crossing other varieties, namely, “Anniversary of Novocherkassk” and “Delight red”. Grapes "Dubrovsky" planted in late autumn or early spring. The first harvest can be collected two years after planting. This variety is characterized by a cone-shaped fruit, whose tips are pulled to the side.

• "Pink Pearl". This is an early variety, which was bred by Russian breeders of the city of Michurinsk. Its prototype was the southern variety "Pearls Saba".Due to the selection of grapes, it became the most preferable for cultivation in the Russian regions, since it acquired such a feature as high frost resistance. The description of its fruit includes such characteristics as large dimensions, sweet and juicy taste with sourness, as well as a small number of seeds.

• "Gurzufsky". Was launched in Ukraine more than 30 years ago. Differs in high degree of productivity and a saturated dark shade of fruits. It is considered an early variety and ripens in late August. It is mainly grown by winemakers in the warmest regions of the country, in large vineyards. Its main feature - in a rich sweet taste: the percentage of sugar content can reach 30%. Clusters are quite neat, round or cylindrical. High yield allows you to collect from one bush to 7 kg of berries.

• The Pink Haze. Bred by the Russian breeder and many experienced farmers advise him to grow for beginners. Its ripening period takes only 4 months. The berry is a medium-sized cylindrical plum shaped light yellow with a pink tinge. One vine can be harvested up to 6-8 kg, which confirms the high degree of yield of this grape. Grow it easy, because the plant quickly takes root and unpretentious in the care. Well tolerated transportation.

• "Pink flamingo". Bred in Moldova and is characterized by a delicate pink tint of the rind of the berries. Very resistant to diseases, suitable for growing in regions with stable climatic conditions. Very unpretentious in the care, therefore, is popular with novice growers. The variety is early-medium, tolerates low temperatures well. In addition, grapes have large dimensions. The taste is bright and unusually juicy, sour.

• "Dniester". Another variety bred in Ukraine in the last century. Very relevant due to the large clusters and the rich color of the fruit. Differs unusual beautiful leaves with a red tint, so often planted not only as a food source, but also to give aesthetics to the garden or gazebo. Fruits are medium sized, ripen late. The plant requires careful maintenance in the process of growing, in particular, timely watering.

• For growing more unusual species, many experienced farmers advise pink and white variety "Dvietsky" which is considered a Euro-Asian-American hybrid. It is characterized by dense clusters, rich tint and juicy pulp.

• Those who want to please young children with a tasty delicacy are advised to pay attention to the variety. "Pink Seedless", which was derived in the Russian laboratory to them. I.V. Michurin. The lack of seeds makes the berries even more seductive and tasty.

Grapes are a nutritious product that contains many useful elements. It is great for improving health and replenishing trace elements in the body. It is especially recommended for children with a weight deficit. Promotes the formation of red blood cells, smoothes the effects of anemia. During pregnancy you can use it, but in small quantities.

It is impossible to unequivocally say that one of the above varieties of pink grapes will be the most optimal for any grower. Based on feedback from experienced gardeners and professional farmers, the following conclusions can be made:

• Novice growers are best to start with the least capricious varieties - "Pink Pearl", "Pink Haze" and "Flamingo";
• For the sale of suitable pink grapes "Dubovsky", "Pink Pearl";
• winemakers should pay special attention to varieties such as "Pink Haze" and "Gurzufsky";
• For those who want to not only enjoy the sweet taste of fresh grapes, but also to decorate their garden, the variety "Dniester" will do.

Growing pink grapes, it is worth remembering about the general features that must be considered to obtain a high-quality crop. Experienced gardeners make the following recommendations.

• Do not forget that grapes are a very light-loving plant. It is necessary to select a place for it especially carefully.
• In order for the shade of the berry to be more saturated, it is necessary to take care that the place is windless. In regions with strong winds, grapes are best grown in greenhouses.
• In winter, the first 2-3 years, seedlings must be covered under a special shed, and the rhizome should be warmed so that the plant does not die.
• Pruning of stepsons must be done in time so that the next harvest is large and as sweet as possible.

These are the main points that need to pay attention to beginner growers. Review of grapes "Dubovsky pink", see the following video.