The best varieties of columnar apple trees

Celled apple trees are a relatively new crop, and Russian gardeners started growing on their plots not so long ago. However, this did not prevent her from gaining popularity. Apple trees do not require a lot of space and they can be planted for decorative purposes, and not just for the fruits. On the pros and cons, as well as the most popular varieties will tell in our article.

This type of apple appeared about 50 years ago and was appreciated by gardeners. This culture has its undeniable advantages.

The first thing to note is the compactness of the plants. They can be planted in areas of small size, and the apple is quite easy to get along with other cultures. Do not overlook their decorative function. The tree grows quickly enough and starts to bear - the fruits appear only a couple of years after it was planted in a permanent place.

Despite external differences, columnar apple trees are able to delight gardeners with tasty fruits, the characteristics of which depend on the variety. At the same time harvesting takes place without any difficulties and is very convenient.

As for the features of this typeit is worth noting a small number of side branches on the trunk, as well as the fact that fruits can also form on the central shoot. Trees belong to the dwarf type, but the yield is very good, and the process of fruiting is constant.

However, there are also difficulties in growing colonic plants, for example, the weakness of the root system, which is superficial and can not always keep the trunk, especially in strong winds and adverse climatic conditions. In addition, due to the underdevelopment of the roots, the tree can not get enough moisture and nutrients from the soil, therefore, requires additional care, including fertilizing fertilizer and periodic watering. However, an excess of water and fertilizer also affects it negatively.

Fruiting in such apple trees is intense. With the fact that the fruits are formed on the trunk, others are already beginning to die, and the process moves from the bottom up. When he reaches the top point, they have nowhere to move, so the apples stop tying. However, this does not prevent the plant from living for about half a century.

Skoroplodnost - another distinctive feature of these varieties. If you plant in the spring, some seedlings can bloom and even form fruits that are not recommended to leave. Such varieties include Malukha, Moscow Necklace, Iksha and others. Growing fruits in the first year is not worth it because the next season, the tree simply will not have the strength to form them.

It should be borne in mind that the tree is able to actively bear fruit for about 6-8 years. Many varieties begin to delight gardeners only 3-4 years after they were planted in a permanent place. Others yield only by year 6. Therefore, when choosing seedlings, it is necessary to study the characteristics of a particular variety so that the result of the survival of the columnar apple trees does not deceive the expectations of the buyer.

According to reviews of gardeners, in addition to the above points, columnar varieties have other disadvantages. There is a higher price of seedlings in comparison with the usual ones, a rather short period of stable fruiting - on average up to 15 years, the need for regular care to get a harvest.

One of the differences among the columnar apple trees is the ripening time. There are winter, summer and autumn varieties. It should be noted that there are not so many winter ones, most of these varieties produce crops that cannot be stored for a long time. On average, the shelf life of apples from the types of summer and autumn ripening ranges from 1.5 weeks to one and a half months, and this is subject to the necessary conditions. The fruits of the same winter varieties can be stored until the January holidays.

These apple trees belong to the winter variety.They are distinguished by resistance to temperature changes and adverse climatic conditions. The maximum height a tree can reach is 2.5 meters. Harvesting can be done in September, but finally ripen fruit closer to the end of autumn.

Fully ripe apples have a pronounced sweet taste. The color becomes golden with a blush on the side. Fruits are not too large, their weight is on average 170-180 grams. In addition, this variety pleases with excellent yield - up to 20 kilograms of apples can be harvested from one tree. In the most active phase of fruiting apples come at the age of 6-7 years.

Apple "Ray" is practically not subject to such misfortunes as scab and powdery mildew. They tolerate the winter, resistant to drought. The variety is not self-pollinating, therefore, in order to obtain fruits, it is necessary to plant an apple of a different species near it.

Apples on the tree have a rounded, slightly flattened shape. Their average weight is in the range of 150-170 grams. The color of the fruit is yellow-green, have a small blush of crimson hue, it tastes sweet with a noticeable sourness. From one hectare of such plantings one can get more than 225 centners of crop.

The name of this variety speaks for itself. Gardeners often choose him for the leading position in many respects. The first thing to note is the compactness of the trees - they are able to reach only up to 2 meters in height. Apples are small, usually up to 150 grams, in some cases their weight can reach 200 grams. The color of the fruit is dark red, it tastes very sweet and juicy, with a barely perceptible acidity, which gives it a certain piquancy.

Crop harvested in the middle of the first autumn month. It has a short shelf life - up to 30 days, so apples are often used for juice and preservation. With proper care, you can achieve yields of 13-15 pounds per tree.

Apple tree "Triumph" have an average frost resistance. Moreover, they are not afraid of infections and fungal diseases, scab affects trees in extremely rare cases.

Autumn variety of apple trees. Their distinctive feature - in the long period of storage - even in March, you can enjoy the magical taste of fresh fruit. This species is resistant to diseases, tolerates winters and adverse weather conditions.

Productivity is very good and amounts to 14 kilograms from a single tree. The color of the fruit is yellow-green, a light pink blush on one side. The sizes are impressive for dwarf species - up to 9 apples can be in one kilogram. Exceptional juiciness and sweetness of fruits makes them ideal for preparing both fresh and canned juice.

Tree height up to 2 meters. Harvest "Ikshi" can be started in late August. The fruits are sweet and sour, they have a lot of juice. One apple has a weight of around 150 grams, the color is green with a bright touch of yellow.

Gardeners appreciate this variety for its high resistance to frost, the tree can withstand temperatures as low as -40 degrees. He is also not afraid of the vagaries of weather and adverse climatic conditions. In addition, "Iksha" without consequences transfers attacks of harmful insects, and the fungus and infections are not afraid of it.

This variety is able not only to please the gardener with a tasty and abundant harvest, but also copes with the decorative role. Most often it is chosen in cases where there is a small area on the site, which becomes a serious problem when planting ordinary apples. If you place the trees along the paths that go through the garden, they will create the impression of a green well-groomed avenue.

One plant of this type will feel quite comfortable on a territory of 1 square meter.The variety is early ripening, which means the formation of fruits within 2 years after the seedling has taken root in a permanent place. The apples are orange with a pink tint, have a conical shape. Their taste is sweet, with a slight sourness.

The tree does not have good frost resistance. At the same time, it perfectly tolerates the effects of various diseases.

This variety among gardeners is recognized as quite promising. It can be attributed to late autumn or early winter. The plant has a high height, high yield. Scab is not terrible for trees of this species They tolerate winter and temperature drops well, and also behave calmly in drought conditions.

The weight of the fruit is about 140-160 grams, the apples are yellow in color and have a pronounced scarlet blush. Their shelf life is quite long, fresh fruits can lie around until February. Despite the fact that they do not have a strong flavor, a pleasant sour taste is like many fans of this class.

As in the previous case, the plant has an average height and good resistance to such a disease as scab. The weight of the fruit is more than 180 grams, they are slightly flattened, red-scarlet. They are characterized by tender sourness and juiciness.

Apple trees of this winter variety have an average height. This species can periodically affect the scab, without, however, leading to sad consequences. The yield is about 140 centners per hectare.

As for fruits, their average weight is about 150-160 grams. They have a ribbed green surface, often a dark red tint. The taste is sweet, with pronounced sourness, give a lot of juice.

Apple tree late consumption period. This variety tolerates cold, has a high immunity to scab. Apples under the necessary conditions can be preserved unchanged for up to six months.

As for fruits, they are small and weigh about 120 grams. Yellow-green color turns into a dark scarlet. Gardeners praise the taste of apples, sweet with a pleasant sourness, and their rich aroma.

This variety has recently discovered gardeners. However, its undoubted advantages allowed the species to quickly gain popularity. In addition to the precociousness and excellent yield of the tree, it is characterized by good resistance to frost, is immune to many diseases and invasions of insect pests.

As for fruits, they have impressive size and are stored for a long time, it tastes sweet and juicy. In addition to fresh use, apples of this variety can be used for various types of preservation and preparation of juices.

For the most part, apple trees of this variety are used by gardeners as ornamental. The tree is a great solution for landscape design. The average height of the plant does not exceed one and a half meters, which allows planting whole alleys. In the springtime, the tree is covered with a huge amount of dark purple flowers with a heady aroma with notes of honey and cinnamon.

The trunk is covered with lush branches and looks very rich. The leaves have a reddish tint, advantageously looking at the bright green. Fruiting occurs annually.

The fruits themselves are quite small, about 30-40 grams, have a rich dark lilac color. At the same time, the taste of apples is delicate, sweet, with a pleasant sourness.

This samoplodny variety can easily and without consequences, to endure both severe frosts in the winter, and dry summer. It is resistant to the effects of infections and fungi, while giving a large number of excellent quality fruits.

As for apples, their size is average, weight is about 150 grams.Fruits are red and round shape. They taste sour-sweet, piquancy gives a delicate fruity aroma. Fans of the variety note its succulence. A small amount of the harvest in the first years of the tree’s life is more than compensated for after 5 years of life, when the plant produces up to 15 kilograms of ripe and tasty apples.

This variety is valued for large, juicy fruits and excellent resistance to fungal and viral diseases. One apple weighs about 200 grams. The color is green with a yellow tint, a bright blush occupies a significant part of the surface. These sweet and sour fruits have a delicate, but very pleasant honey aroma.

Late autumnal apple trees. Resistant to winter and adverse weather conditions. Fruits are large, about 200 grams, have a bright red color. The taste of apples are very sweet, sourness is almost not felt.

Sufficient tall trees can grow up to 2.5 meters. Fruits ripen closer to the end of autumn. The variety is not afraid of frost, it is not afraid of disease and pests. The organization of competent care will allow the gardener to collect a tasty and bountiful harvest every year.

It should be noted that "Obelisk" suitable moderately moist soil for landing. Since the roots are close to the surface, they are not afraid of groundwater.

The apple tree is a winter variety, characterized by large flattened fruits. The greenish-yellow surface quickly turns into a dark scarlet blush. The taste of apples sweetened, sour pronounced. The tree begins to bear fruit 3 years after planting in a permanent place. It tolerates winter and temperature fluctuations, is not afraid of scab.

For each of the regions of our country, trees are bred that are most adapted to the specific features of the area and the climatic conditions of the territory. In order not to run into a fake, the columnar apple must be purchased in a specialized and tested place.

This region means the territory from Arkhangelsk to the Moscow region. Varieties growing in this area should be well tolerated temperature fluctuations and frost. Breeders recommend to pay attention to such columnar apple trees as "Vasyugan", "President", "Medoc" and others. Consider some of them in more detail.

This species is able to survive the cold winters perfectly, it is not subject to various diseases and putrefactive processes. Fruits are golden yellow, with a waxy coating, very juicy. Taste pronounced honey. If it is good to take care of the tree, it will thank the gardener with large fruits weighing 250 grams.

Plant height is about 2 meters. Its yield is average, about 6-7 kilograms per unit.

This variety also tolerates winter and significant lower temperatures. Harvesting should be planned at the end of August. Fruits are large, yellow, with a bright blush on the whole side, their taste, juiciness and aroma especially attract connoisseurs. Trees of small height, which allows them to be planted in areas with limited territory, do not respond to pathogens of various diseases. With one apple you can collect 11 kilograms of fruit.

This species survives the winter well and without consequences; harmful insects do not frighten it, the tree is not prone to rotting processes. Aphid bypasses his side. The apples, though small in size, have a rich taste. Among the minuses of the variety are genetic defects, due to which some specimens may not survive extreme climatic conditions.

A distinctive feature of this variety is a large amount of greenery. In addition, the first fruits appear very early, already in the middle of summer, and at the end of September, you can remove the ripened. The soft green surface of large and imposing fruits is often poured with a whole red blush. Productivity - up to 16 kilograms per season.The tree is able to survive mild drought and frost down to -38 degrees.

It is not surprising that in this region, preference is given to varieties that are able to withstand severely lower temperatures in the winter. Especially popular are “Renet Mazherova”, “Arbat”, “Yesenia”, “Bolero”. This is not a complete list, but it is these that can most often be found in the areas of gardeners.

The main distinctive features of this variety are in an insignificant height of a tree (around 0.5 meters) and small, up to 55 grams, fruits. Visually, the tree resembles sea buckthorn, its apples of yellow color are covered with branches to the beginning of autumn.

Despite the size, gardeners appreciate this variety for good yield and amazing taste. In addition, the fragrance of the fruit is pronounced and very pleasant.

The tree is able to survive the cold, he is not afraid of mold and a variety of diseases. The apples are juicy, sweet-sour, brilliant bright cherry color and about 100 grams in weight. Harvesting takes place at the end of the first autumn month.

The variety is extremely frost resistant. The apples are bright green, almost odorless, but have a stunning sweet taste. "Bolero" unpretentious and does not require special care.

These apples, as well as others suitable for this region, are highly resistant to frost and are not affected by mold and rotting. Fruits differ in saturated ruby ​​color, have a wax raid on a surface. Apples are medium in size, one plant can make a gardener happy with a crop within 9 kilograms.

Various species of columnar apple trees are bred by a breeder and grow gardeners with pleasure. However, the disputes between them, what sort can be considered the best, do not find an answer. Before you plant this crop on your plot, you need to carefully study all the characteristics and characteristics of the desired variety.

First of all, it is recommended to take into account the resistance to climatic conditions, because some trees can safely tolerate even severe temperature drops, while others need a milder climate. Since at first the trunk grows very slowly, it is more susceptible to the weather and can split, which will lead to the formation of several branches and spoil the appearance of the plant. However, with the knowledge of the elementary rules of agrotechnology, this problem is easily solved - the excess stem is simply removed.

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