Apple "Borovinka": characteristics, planting and care

One of the branches of gardening is the cultivation of fruit trees.Each variety has its own characteristic features, as does the Borovinka apple tree, which has in its own way exceptional properties. Next will be given all the necessary information - description, pros and cons, rules of planting and care, characteristics, properties, reviews and recommendations for the storage of fruits.

The Borovinka apple variety is considered to be Old Russian, bred in Russia. It has been grown for two centuries and has a variety of names. In Russia, the official name of this variety is Borovinka. There is a version that called it so, because the tree grows in the forest. From Russia in 1700 this variety was introduced through Germany and Sweden to England, then to France, and in the early 1800s to the USA. He became one of the first varieties of apples, imported for cultivation from Russia.

Apple tree "Borovinka" grows up to 4-5 meters, and the diameter of the crown is about 5 meters. Crohn has a spherical shape. The branches grow at an inclination of 30-40 degrees from the trunk. The tree occupies a considerable space in the garden. Therefore, dimensions should be considered when seating. Seedlings should be at a distance of 5-6 meters from each other. The leaves are dark green, oval and have a pointed end. A distinctive feature of the leaves of the apple tree "Borovinka" - is the presence in the sheet of grooves about 1 cm in size. This apple tree blooms very lush. The flowers are mostly white in color with a slight pink tint, medium in size, the inflorescences are umbrella-like.

The age when the intensive fruiting of the apple tree begins is 4-5 years. Then the number of fruits grows every year and by the age of 20-30 the tree gives fruits with a total weight of up to 200 kg. Apples should be harvested immediately after ripening, otherwise they begin to fall off very quickly. Due to abundant fruiting and marketable appearance, this variety of apples is suitable for growing in large volumes for sale and for processing for the production of juice. In addition, the fruits are well stored and subject to long transportation.

The ripening period of the fruit depends on the climatic conditions and the area in which the apple tree grows. In the southern territories, the harvest can be harvested already in the second half of summer, whereas in middle latitudes these apples ripen only in autumn, not earlier than September. You can make jams, juices, jellies, pies and other desserts from fruits.

The external characteristics of the fruit are as follows.

• The shape is round, correct, the size varies. The stem is long, weak, light green in color. The funnel is wide, deepened.
• Exterior color - light green with numerous pink and red stripes, forming a ripple. So a blush fruit is covered almost completely. The surface is smooth, slightly shiny, with a slight waxy coating.
• Weight ranges from 70 to 125 grams.
• The flesh is yellowish-white, juicy, aromatic.

Taste characteristics:

• medium taste;
• sweet and sour (more acid than sweet).

Among the main advantages of the variety gardeners say unpretentious. This variety can take root well in different weather conditions. The difference consists only in some nuances of leaving and time of ripening of fruits. Abundant fecundity also pleases, since one adult tree of this variety can collect up to 200 kg of apples. The apple tree begins to bear fruit early, but does not exhaust its potential at an early age and produces an even more abundant crop in the adult growth phase. "Borovinka" tolerates frost and low temperatures, thanks to which it can be planted in different climatic regions. Up to 90% of the fruits have a presentation, most of which belong to the first class, and about 15% to the highest.

This variety is resistant to almost all pests and diseases, with the exception of scab. But with proper care and treatment with fungicides, one can quite successfully cure a sore tree and avoid garden contamination.

An apple tree can produce a crop with constant regularity, but in a certain year it can produce little fruit.Therefore, it is advisable to plant several different varieties of apples, so as not to be left without a crop. The increased acidity of this variety does not suit all consumers. During the drought period, the apple tree begins to shed its fruits, even if they have not yet matured. In this case, it is necessary to significantly increase watering. This apple variety does not have the ability to self-pollination and needs other apple trees for pollination, such as Antonovka, Papirovka, Anis, Cinnamon Striped.

Apple tree of this variety is not able to form the ovary from its own pollen. This property is inherent in many fruit crops. Therefore, planting "Borovinka", next should plant a tree of another variety. The only condition - they should bloom at the same time. Due to the great fecundity and location at an acute angle, branches can not withstand the load and break. Therefore, during the ripening of the fruit, it is necessary to put props. This will save the branches from damage, and the grower from crop loss.

Apple trees are planted with seeds or seedlings. The only difference is that the apple trees planted with seeds in the future are used for stock. To grow an apple tree from seeds is an attainable goal, but it is impossible to know in advance what kind of fruits will have the taste. To try the first fruit, you need to make a lot of effort and be patient with a few years ahead.

Ready seedlings are planted at the age of two years. This is the optimal age of the tree so that it will stick well and start to bear fruit in time. Seedlings are sold with closed and open roots. Open roots should be planted as soon as possible in the soil or temporarily put in a tank of water. Saplings bought in pots or plastic bags will be able to wait a little for planting. The process inherent to the subsequent life and fruiting of the apple tree is planting, you need to prepare for it in advance.

During the spring planting, it is advisable to prepare the pit in the fall, and in the autumn - at least one month before frost. During this time, fertilizers, which fill the hole, will create the necessary microflora and acquire the optimum consistency for successful planting of the tree. In the spring, planting should be done before the appearance of the kidneys, and in the fall before the onset of frost. And in order for the seedlings to endure the winter well, it is necessary to warm them with tar, branches or other materials.

Steps to take to successfully plant an apple tree:

1. Finding a place is reasonably well lit. But the tree should not be under constant direct sunlight to avoid burns. Although the Borovinka apple tree loves a wet environment, wetland is not suitable for planting. The soil should be low acid and well pass air. If the soil is too clayy, you can add some sand.
2. Dig a hole 2 times the diameter of the seedling’s root system.
3. Fill it with a drainage layer so that there is no stagnation of water. As a drainage, you can use pebbles, rubble, small stones or crushed bricks.
4. Fill the pit with fertilized soil - you can add peat, manure or complex fertilizers.

The pit is made larger than the size of the seedling's root system, it is filled with soft, loose and fertilized soil, so that in the first year of growth, while the tree takes root, the roots can freely grow in both width and depth, and also to avoid spiraling of the roots. Ideally, the soil should be allowed to settle and fill in the voids before placing a seedling in it.

You need to drive a stick in the center of the pit for stability, insert a seedling next to it and cover it with prepared soil. The root neck should be at ground level. As a level, you can use a regular stick laid across the pit. Next, it is worth tamping and pour landing (about 2 buckets).To carry out watering gradually, waiting for absorption of water.

The tree needs to be watered regularly, and in dry time even 4-5 times a week, depending on the degree of lack of moisture. Circumcision of branches is done in spring and autumn. In the spring you need to have time before the appearance of the kidneys. Remove damaged branches and form a crown. To give a good shape to the crown of a tree, it is necessary to select several basic, strongest, non-interlacing branches and shorten them a little, cut off the other branches. In the future, cut the curves going to the trunk or damaged branches. Fresh slices are processed. The trunks are whitened in the fall, and the soil around the trunk is dug up and fertilizers are added.

Borovinka apples should be stored at a temperature of + 1 ° C and a humidity of 95%.

In this case, they can be stored for almost the entire winter and not lose their beauty and taste.

Borovinka apples are a rather popular variety that is grown all over the world in different climatic conditions. Therefore, you can easily find reviews about this variety with both positive and negative evaluation. In most cases, apple trees meet the expectations of gardeners. Trees take root quickly, abundantly bear fruit. Residents of the southern regions note the positive properties of this variety in its early fruiting. For more northern areas frost resistance of Borovinka apples is important.

Most gardeners who grow apples for sale and for large supplies, note their good transportability and long-term storage. Amateur gardeners disagree about the taste of apples and the degree of their acidity. But in any case, this variety is used not only in its natural form, but also for drying, cooking pies, jelly, juices.

Some people complain that these apples do not tolerate drought, and they need trees for pollination. In general, the apple trees of this variety deserve positive feedback from experienced gardeners. The variety of apples "Borovinka" is very popular because of its simplicity and fertility. It is grown in many parts of the world. If you follow the basic and very simple rules of care, the apple tree will please its owners with a bountiful harvest for many years.

Review of the apple "Borovinka", see the following video.