Rumba grapes: description and characteristics of the variety

Fruits of the Rumba grape variety are characterized by an oval shape and large size.The berries are collected on clusters and have a cylindrical shape, attract their aroma and beautiful appearance. On average, the weight of the berries can reach 10 g.

The berries of this grape variety are characterized by:

• a large amount of vitamins C and B in the composition;
• increased sugar content (24%);
• the presence of organic and micronutrients.

Also, berries include elements that improve blood flow in the body, and therefore they are recommended to eat in case of vascular and heart diseases. The cluster on average weighs about 800 g, but there are also large specimens. On the brush is up to 100 grapes.

Culture grows massive bushes with long vines that can reach 6 m. Young shoots bear fruit in the third year after planting, and therefore early ripening is typical for this variety. Usually the fruits are harvested at the end of summer. But if they are collected later, it will not affect their taste.

Rumba grapes have attractive characteristics, which include:

1. disease resistance;
2. increased frost resistance;
3. high yield;
4. ease of care;
5. good survival rate of cuttings.

The hybrid form of the plant, to which the Rumba grape belongs, develops well, has a strong vine that allows the bushes to quickly form and grow. The length of the shoot may be different depending on the growing conditions of the crop. To get the fruit will take a small amount of time after planting.

This culture has improved characteristics, among which are the following:

• thick and durable film that covers the grapes, does not allow them to be affected by pests and makes it easy to transport the crop;
• fruits 2-3 year after planting;
• berries ripen quickly, but because the first harvest can be harvested in early August;
• the culture can withstand frosts down to minus 24 degrees;
• the plant is resistant to fungal diseases;
• berries are not affected by ultraviolet light;
• even after ripening, the berry can be in the sun and not burst.

Some of these parameters can vary depending on the region where the grapes are planted and grows.

As a result, the bushes are quite massive and large and have a cylindrical shape. The taste of grapes can be with a slight tinge of sourness and musky aroma. The flesh is quite juicy and fleshy, and also covered with a thick peel that does not affect the taste, but protects the berries from pests. The fruits have a slight acidity and sugar content, and therefore one can get a lot of juice from them.

The qualitative characteristics of this grape variety allow gardeners and gardeners to grow it on their plots without effort. Plants take root well in any climatic conditions, resistant to diseases and parasites. To ensure greater fertility and durability of the crop, only proper care is required.

Basically, it is watering and fertilizing, as well as shelter bushes for the winter. As a result of compliance with such simple rules, you can get quite large and tasty berries that can be used both fresh and used to make wine or home-made products.

Saplings are recommended to be planted in the spring. There are also options for autumn landing, but here it is necessary to take into account the time of the onset of frosts in various regions. When the temperature drops below 0 degrees, the bushes will freeze. A feature of the grape is its undemanding to the soil.

The main thing is to organize the correct care of the plant. The root system of a variety is quite large, and therefore it requires a lot of space. This should be taken into account when disembarking. The root length can reach 3 m.

In preparing the pit for disembarkation, it is necessary to take into account such moments:

• the diameter of the hole and its depth must be at least 1 m;
• to the bottom it is necessary to lay out the drainage of gravel;
• from above the shoot is laid with humus mixed with the ground.

Observing such rules, you can get a fairly high yield of grapes in the shortest time after planting.

Experts give such recommendations when planting a crop:

• before planting, seedlings should be placed in a nutrient solution for 24 hours;
• in the hole itself carefully place the roots of seedlings, and then they are covered with earth and tamped;
• the hole should not be completely filled, but you need to leave around a few centimeters of depression;
• up to 2 buckets of water are poured into the well itself;
• the soil should be loose;
• seedlings themselves are tied to supports and guide them in the desired direction.

Culture does not require special care and agrotechnical methods to get a good harvest from it. It is important to regularly water the plant, fertilize it, and also loosen the soil around it.

Watering is recommended to make the entire season, until the first frost. It is necessary to start watering the crop immediately after disembarkation. After 3-4 weeks the grapes are cut and watering is done again. It should not allow overmoistening of the soil, which can contribute to the occurrence of infections and fungi, as well as lead to a decrease in the activity of the root system of the plant.

The shoots of the “Rumba” grape must provide optimal conditions for development, and therefore the plant requires a large amount of water. When watering should follow the following recommendations:

1. Water use a comfortable temperature.
2. The liquid should not fall on the green parts of the grapes, but only on the soil around the roots.
3. The soil moisture must be especially followed during the ripening of the berries. With an excess of moisture fruits can crack.
4. Water for irrigation should be used separated.
5. The last watering is done before covering the plant in late autumn.

As can be seen from the reviews, this variety is resistant to fungi and pests. The most common disease is gum, which can strike the sheets and cause them to fall off. A sign of such a pathology is the white formations on the sheets.

According to gardeners, an itch is also dangerous for the plant. It hides under the bark and appears as a web that covers the inside of the leaf. The affected processes are covered with hillocks, and then they fall off. When the first signs of pathology appear, it is necessary to treat the lesion sites so that the disease does not spread further.

To protect the grapes from diseases, it is necessary to periodically conduct such work:

1. clean the area where the crop grows, from weeds;
2. periodically thin out shoots;
3. constantly spray with special preparations;
4. free the vine from the old bark.

With the help of mulching you can save the vine for many years. The essence and benefit of the event is that the microorganisms from the soil are able to split small pieces of useful substances and deliver them to the vine.For mulching it is recommended to use twigs, straw, fallen leaves and so on. Occasionally, special paper may be used that is applied according to the instructions. The thickness of the mulch should be more than 5 cm.

Shrubs are pruned throughout the summer, while young shoots are removed, which give additional load on the bush. To the berries were not small, it is necessary to regulate the number of shoots on the process. Extras are deleted. The best is considered to be on the same vine to 20 bunches of grapes.

Covering is performed in several ways, the result of which should be the maximum bending of the vine to the ground and fixing it in this position with wooden pegs. Also under the branches you can lay plywood.

Before wintering the vine is treated with a solution of vitriol and ash, which prevents fungi and bacteria from multiplying on it. If necessary, the vine can be sprinkled with additional soil or covered with a film so that there is access of oxygen.

Open the plant in the spring, and this is done gradually. This is usually done for a day, as frosts are possible at night. Fully open the grapes need after the frost is gone.

Despite the fact that this grape variety is sufficiently resistant to fungal diseases, it is periodically recommended to prevent diseases. Such measures include the treatment of bushes with phosphorus-containing fungicides. Spraying is usually done before or after flowering. When the first fruits appear on the plant, spraying of vitriol should be discarded. In special cases, if a lot of aphids appear on a plant, you can spray a bush with a weak solution of copper sulfate, which is diluted 1: 3 in water.

Experienced gardeners recommend leaving up to 20 buds on the shoots. If there is an overload, then the fertility of the plant or the size of the berries may decrease.

The treatment of the culture with antifungal preparations is carried out twice a year and not more.

From this variety, you can cook jelly, pickles, juices and other preparations for the winter. If the grape harvest is large, you can make homemade wine from it. For this fit only ripe berries. Wine at home can be stored in glass bottles with a capacity of up to 20 liters.

Grapes "Rumba" is characterized by gardeners on the positive side. Many note among other useful properties such:

1. fast ripening;
2. beautiful look and color;
3. large and juicy berries;
4. the absence of various formations on the berries.

The important advantages of this grape variety include the resistance to the most dangerous diseases for this plant species, as well as the absence of damage from hornets and wasps. Because the berry always looks appetizing and attractive.

The superearly variety can be grown in various conditions, which is also its advantage, which is noted by gardeners. In some areas, it is grown without a special shelter for the winter, which allows you to get the maximum yield of grapes.

Knowing these features, everyone can grow a beautiful and tasty variety of grapes on their land, which is able to adapt to different growing conditions, and also does not require much time and effort for maintenance. Thanks to these advantages, it is the most attractive for growing on land in any region of the country. This can be done both on the plot at the cottage, and near his private house in the city.

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