Apple "Kovalenkovskoe": characteristics and agricultural technology

In the process of forming a fruit garden, it is important to choose the best and most productive varieties.Russian suburban area is difficult to imagine without apple trees. Many different species are cultivated in the country, differing not only in the taste of the fruit, but also in their growing characteristics. Sweet harvest lovers are advised to pay attention to the Kovalenkovskoye apple tree.

This variety is characterized by rapid growth. These are medium-grown trees with a rounded crown shape, which is also called reverse pyramidal type. The branches are dense and strong, there is a slight curvature of the shoots. The color of the trunk is rich brown. On the main skeletal branches a slight glossy shine is noticeable. The rest of the shoots are placed tightly to each other and painted in a dark red shade.

The size of the leaves is medium, but, due to the thickness, they abundantly cover the entire crown. Like all apple trees, the above variety blooms buds. In one group 5 white flowers of large sizes are formed. The variety blooms early compared to many other species.

A rich harvest will delight every gardener. The average weight of an apple is about 200 grams. Form - smooth, round. Ripe harvest covers a rich dark red blush, which occupies almost the entire surface of the apple. The brightness of the color of the fruit depends on the intensity of illumination. The apples hanging on the edges attract the attention with rich colors, and the fruits from the middle of the crown are not so elegant.

The flesh is of standard white color, fine-grained. The taste of the fruit is amazing. Even a minimal hint of a sour taste is absent, only pronounced sweetness is felt.

Experts identify the following positive aspects of the variety.

• Excellent taste.
• The first fruits appear after a minimum period. With proper care and optimal conditions, the first harvest will appear the next year after planting.
• The variety tolerates winter frosts without any problems, due to which it is possible to grow apples not only within the boundaries of the Central region, but also in a more severe and changeable climate.
• Stable and regular fruiting from season to season.
• Ripe fruits do not fall off. Even if you have removed the date of picking fruit as much as possible, they will remain safe and sound, remaining on the branches.
• The beauty of apples is important from a consumer point of view, this parameter is at a height.

Like any fruit tree, the Kovalenkovskoye variety has certain drawbacks. Experts identify the following weaknesses of apple trees.

• Trees grow rapidly and have a tendency to significant thickening, due to which it is necessary to regularly get rid of excess shoots.
• Harvesting the whole harvest at one time will not work because the fruits on one plant can ripen at different times.
• Fruits can not boast of excellent keeping quality. Even in a cool room, the maximum shelf life is no more than 30 days. If you put the fruit in the fridge, they can be saved for about 2 months.

If you choose a place for planting an apple tree of the above variety, stop your choice on a carefully lit area. Sunlight is necessary for abundant fruiting and proper plant development. Also, the landing site must be protected from strong gusts of wind. The optimal soil for growing - loamy soil. At the same time it is necessary to maintain the required level of moisture and carry out drainage.

Young trees are planted in the spring. Start to work only when the ground warms up and thaws after frosts. You can also land a few weeks before the start of frost in the fall.It is recommended to prepare a pit for planting in advance. The minimum diameter varies from 0.7 to 0.9 meters. The length depends on the size of the root system (10 centimeters longer than the length of the roots).

Some agronomists advise planting young trees in the fall so that before the warm season comes, the plant has the opportunity to strengthen the horse system. In addition, with the onset of spring, new branches will appear on the tree. The advice can be applied in practice only in the regions with a mild climate, without severe frosts.

Planting in stages looks like.

• Pit for planting digging in advance. Drainage is laid out on the bottom, as is correct, these are particles of haydite or gravel.
• Nearby it is necessary to drive a stake tightly, which will serve as a support for a young tree.
• A special mixture is poured into the pit, which consists of compost and complex dressings. Need 2 buckets. Over fill a fertile layer of the earth.
• The sapling is placed in the center, the root system is placed freely.
• After that, the pit must be completely filled with soil and lightly tamped.
• In the process, make sure that the root neck remains on the surface. At the end, it is necessary to carefully water the tree and fix it to the support.

As a rule, during one season trees are watered at least 3 times. This frequency is considered optimal for growth, flowering and harvest. When absorbed, the moisture should reach the ground by about 70-80 centimeters. It is necessary to take into account the features of the climate and the composition of the land. The first watering is carried out as soon as the apple trees begin to bloom. The second time the plants need fluid when ripe fruit. This period roughly falls at the end of the first summer month or the beginning of July. Before the frosts, the trees are watered for a third time, at about the end of October. Moistening the soil in the fall will protect the root system from severe frosts and help the tree survive the winter.

The volume of watering depends on age. For young trees, 4-5 buckets are enough for one procedure. Mature apple trees need 7-10 buckets of liquid for one “square” of the circle of a trunk. This indicator increases with the ripening of the fruit. It is necessary to regularly loosen the ground around the trees and clean it from weeds. This will help maintain the necessary earth looseness. By improving air permeability, the root system will develop better.

Nitrogen-type fertilizers are the best choice for Kovalenkovskoye apple trees. From 3 to 6 kilograms of a product are spent for one square meter of a near-circle wheel. Immediately after feeding is introduced, it is strongly recommended to carry out mulching. Often use the crushed peat, spreading it about 6 centimeters thick.

The nitrogen-potassium composition is introduced into the earth at the beginning of the second summer month. Additional trace elements are needed to stimulate the growth of the remaining ovary of the tree. With the onset of autumn using organic compounds, as well as potash and phosphate fertilizers.

It is necessary to timely trim the crown for the correct development of the tree, neat appearance and a full, stable crop. The extra branches not only slaughter the forces of the apple tree, but also make it difficult to gather ripe fruits. Experts identify the following methods of pruning, which are often used by both novice and experienced gardeners:

• shortening the branches, removing only part of the escape;
• full cut shoots - tenderloin.

The process of forming the crown of the fruit tree begins with its thinning. It is necessary to cut the top of the trunk with branches, opening the center of the tree. Due to this decrease in height, as well as the entire crown will be illuminated by sunlight. The next stage is working with thickened areas. The first step is to get rid of unnecessary and large branches. Slice make out on the ring of the influx, so there was no hemp.

The first apples ripen around the second half of the last summer month. Terms of harvesting depends on the area. On the territory of individual regions, for example, in the Moscow region, the variety can be safely attributed to late species, since the crop is harvested in the last days of September. The shelf life of fruit in a cool room is about a month, but if you want to preserve the taste and benefits of fresh fruit for a longer period, put them in the fridge. Apples can be kept for about two months.

The Kovalenkovskoye apple variety is actively discussed on the Internet by experienced gardeners and novices in this field. Most of the gardeners who chose this variety for cultivation, were satisfied. This is evidenced by the positive feedback, which significantly outweigh the negative feedback. As the first and main advantage of the variety, they noted a high yield. Also not spared the sweet taste of fruit. Despite the many accolades, some gardeners recommend abandoning this variety if you plan to grow large quantities of fruit. Due to low keeping quality, apples cannot be stored for more than two months.

For information on the advantages of the Kovalenkovskoye apple, see the following video.