Description of the grape variety “Gift of the Light”

Grape varieties, which are among the first to ripen, are gaining increasing recognition. These include the hybrid cultures of E. G. Pavlovsky breeding. Let's get acquainted with the popular grape variety "Gift Nesvetaya."

Description of the variety should start with the fact that this hybrid was obtained by crossing two grape varieties: "Pretty" and "Talisman." A new variety refers to the table variety. Berry culture has taken a number of advantages from parent plants.

The grapes are harvested ninety days after the start of the growing season. In the southern regions of the berries are already in early August. Moreover, the average weight of one bunch is eight hundred grams. Sometimes they weigh up to one and a half kilograms. At the same time, although early, even ripening of large berries, without pea, occurs.

The plant has universal flower stalks. They simultaneously developed stamen and pistil. Consequently, the culture is self-pollinated, and there is no need for neighborhood with plants of the same species. The variety has successfully passed all tests and is recommended for cultivation in Russia and other countries.

The plant is resistant to low temperatures. Culture can survive the winter period even with significant negative indicators (up to -25 ° C). In warm areas, grapes do not require a special shelter. But in the northern latitudes, culture is still worth protecting from severe frosts.

Under good natural conditions and proper cultivation, plant seedlings take root perfectly. Even in the first year you can expect a rich harvest of berries.

The variety "Gift of the Light" has a tendency to overload the stems. In this regard, the care should be normalized vine and fruits. This reduces the risk of disease and weakening branches.

The grapes of this variety has strong trunks and stems. The vine plants are quite durable.

The leaves on one bush can have medium and large sizes. The color of the foliage is intense, bright green. The leaves have a small "mesh" with a light shade and distinct veins. The edges of the plates - with notches. Also, the leaves have five blades.

The flowers are grapes of both sexes, so the culture is self-pollinated. Fruit ripening is good.

Bunches of grapes have a canonical form. They are slightly loose, because the fruits are pressed against each other loosely. The bunch of plants weighs 500-800 grams. But under excellent weather conditions and good agricultural technology, they reach a weight of more than one kilogram.

The berries are oval-shaped. They are distinguished by a peel of medium density with a slight bloom, similar to wax. The size of the berry is up to four centimeters in length, and up to three in diameter. The average weight of the fruit - from eight to twelve grams. Hatching berries in this hybrid almost never happens.

At initial ripening, the fruits have a dark red color. In the future, the berries become dark purple color. Fruits have a sweet, crispy and fleshy flesh. At the same time a slight sour taste is felt. Grape has the aroma of nutmeg.

Of great importance is the place chosen for the plant. It should be smooth and bright.

When purchasing seedlings, you need to carefully examine them. If the sprout has a dark color, it means that the plant is old. In this case, the seedling can not settle down. Also on the germ should not be observed any kinks or signs of disease.

Planting seedlings carried out in spring or autumn. In the spring should be two weeks before that prepare the wells for plants. The diameter of the pits for seedlings is usually eighty centimeters. Mineral and organic fertilizers are placed on the bottom and mixed.

After planting, the soil at the roots of plants is tamped and watered. Next to the seedlings drive pegs for tying cuttings of grapes.Further care requires timely pruning of the vine, loosening the soil, removing weeds and constant watering.

These preventive measures are held annually. Both old and young stems are removed. Eliminate nearly eighty percent of the vine each year. This is done so that in spring there will be young and strong shoots.

At the same time, the branches undergo a rarefaction, which ensures better air availability and ventilation. This procedure significantly reduces the load on the stems of plants so that they do not break under the weight of the fruit. It is worth noting that the young branches are pruned in the event that they are broken or ill.

In the spring, grapes are treated with special chemicals to protect against fungal diseases. Before the growing season, the soil must be loosened, then nitrogenous dressing is added. It is necessary to collect fallen fruits and foliage, which can cause the breeding of harmful insects or any disease.

It is advisable to plant spicy herbs near the vineyard. You can also treat plants with chemical sprayers to scare away birds and wasps. It is important to monitor the number of drugs used. If prophylactic or mineral nutrition will be used more than the required standard, this can lead to cracking of the berries.

In winter, berry culture is covered with branches of spruce or pine. It protects her from rodents. In case of severe frosts, the vines themselves also cover.

The berries of this variety have an average density. In case of long or inaccurate transportation, the fruits crack, become damaged. Because of this, they lose their presentation and juicy taste. Therefore, the berries are rarely on sale, in most cases they are grown for their own consumption.

Mostly grapes are consumed fresh. It is also great for preparing various jams, preserves and juices. The fruits are dried and they are made from sweet raisins. Grapes is a high-calorie product and an excellent raw material for winemaking. Not only wine is made from it, but brandy drinks as well. Also, the fruits of this culture are used in viticulture, which helps with anemia and other diseases.

The advantages of the grapes “Gift of the Light” are obvious:

• fast ripening and early harvest;
• self-pollinated shrub;
• frost-resistant variety;
• good plant ripening;
• disease resistance;
• beautiful and large clusters;
• excellent taste of the fruit;
• many useful components in the composition of the berries;
• the possibility of widespread use of grapes in cooking;
• use of fruits in various fields.

However, there are disadvantages:

• the plant is demanding on the composition of the soil;
• to preserve the integrity of the stems need pruning bushes;
• when growing it is necessary to protect the plant from pests;
• the grade does not tolerate an overdose with mineral fertilizers;
• the thin skin of the berries, as a result of which, under adverse conditions, they crack;
• fruits are unsuitable for transportation.

Gardeners celebrate the beauty of the variety. They especially like juicy large berries with exquisite taste and aroma. Many give examples of various culinary dishes and canned blanks for the winter, where they use this product. Basically grapes are used for their own consumption or for sale in the local market, because this variety is not intended for long-distance transport.

There is a simple process of planting and growing a crop, although there are some difficulties in caring for the plant. Positive feedback and good ripening. In this case, some complain that due to frequent rains, the berries crack. Others report that when the weather is very wet, the fruits have hardly deteriorated.Apparently, it depends on other conditions of growth and development of grapes.

Description of grapes "Gift of the Light", see the following video.