Apple tree "landed": description of the variety and the secrets of planting and caring for a tree

The variety of apple trees "landed" refers to the line of dwarf species.With small dimensions, the tree brings abundant crops, and also differs from other varieties by frost resistance. Such an apple tree will be a godsend for those who have small household plots.

Depending on the type of stock, the height of the tree itself is regulated. If the tree is grown from seed, its height reaches 2.5-3 m. On a dwarf rootstock will be able to grow a tree in height to one and a half meters. In any case, the tree is small in size and has thin branches, painted in brown. The leaves are rather large, oval-shaped and slightly down. The root system is fibrous and is located in the upper layers of the soil. This makes it possible to grow a variety in those areas where shallow groundwater lies.

In the description of the variety, it is noted that the feature of the apple tree, “Landing” is resistance to low temperatures. The tree can withstand frosts up to 40 degrees. Because of this, fruit can be grown throughout the country. Apple tree blooms in May or early summer. To form, the fruit will take about 90 days. As you can see, it will be possible to feast on fresh fruit only at the beginning of autumn. This variety is self-fertile. The tree can pollinate its own flowers with its own strength. To get the maximum yield, on the plot where the plant of this type is planted, there must be trees of other varieties.

Characteristics of the fruit:

• round shape;
• medium size;
• smooth skin;
• light green flesh;
• color yellow;
• taste is sweet;
• the structure is juicy.

Due to such features of apples, they are grown both on their own private plots near the house, and large farms to get the product for further processing or sale. It is good to make compotes, jam or jam from apples of this variety.

After planting the cuttings, the crop can be obtained in 2-3 years. The frequency of fruiting - annual. For the season, a small tree can produce 100-130 kg of apples. Due to this variety is characterized as a plant with a stable and high yield. The downside of dwarf apple trees is that they have a short lifespan compared to ordinary apple varieties.

Key benefits and positive Characteristics of the variety “Grounded”:

• rich and regular fruiting;
• the first harvest can be obtained in the second year after the planting of seedlings;
• the tree has a compact and decorative look with a small crown;
• can grow in all regions of the country;
• the use of fruits is universal;
• apples long retain their presentation and taste;
• unpretentious tree in the care;
• plants resistant to diseases.

The disadvantages include the following qualities:

• short period of fruiting;
• apples are quite small;
• the roots are shallow, and therefore can freeze during severe frosts.

When choosing seedlings it is recommended to pay attention to some points in order not to get a wilderness.

The selection criteria are:

• roots of the fibrous type;
• on the trunk should be visible place of vaccination;
• there is a label on the seedlings indicating the stock on which the variety grew;
• the plant at the age of two has an average height of 50 cm.

When buying, pay attention to the following points:

• branches to the trunk are located at an acute angle;
• roots have no growths of damages;
• roots on the roots are flexible and wet.

Gardeners recommend buying this plant only in the form of seedlings in specialized stores or from proven nurseries. The best option is to select young trees that are purchased directly after digging up the earth.

Planting can be done in the fall or spring. In the spring, the main task is to plant the seedlings before the beginning of the moment when the sap flow begins. Also, the soil should be well thawed. Autumn plantings are recommended to be made a month and a half before the beginning of the first frost. Since the root system is shallow, you do not need to dig a deep hole when planting. It should be an average of 50 cm in depth and 70 width.

Such a recess is recommended to be filled with black soil or with a special compound that can be prepared independently. To do this, take the usual soil and mix it with manure, as well as add complex fertilizers there. To feed not burned the roots, and the soil is well soaked with nutrients, it is necessary after adding a fertile composition to the pit to allow it to rest for 2-3 weeks. After that, you can start planting a sapling.

Apple-tree transplantation is similar, as it is done with an ordinary plant. The only thing that a gardener needs to do is to establish supports for a small tree, since it will be difficult for the roots to keep the seedling, especially if there are strong winds in the region. As a backup, you can use a small wooden stake, which is driven near the root. Its height should reach one and a half meters.

Gardeners recommend planting trees on the eastern slopes so that you can get a good harvest and be comfortable to care for. Lowlands, as well as places where groundwater is shallow, will not work. Also avoid sites that are not protected from the winds. This variety needs a sunny ground, but at the same time it is worth choosing it so that the amount of sunlight and their contact with plants is minimal, which will help avoid tree burn, especially during droughty periods.

The ideal site for planting seedlings is considered to be protected from the east and lighted area. Since the variety is short and the crown is small, it can be planted close to other, higher trees. Seedlings need to be planted at a distance of one and a half meters from each other, so that later they do not interfere with standing near trees. It is also important to produce to provide enough space for the development of the root system. It usually penetrates not deep into the ground, but rather widely spreads over the surface.

It is easier to care for the “Landing” apple tree than for an ordinary plant, but there are some subtleties that need to be observed. If there is little moisture in the soil, the tree will develop poorly, and it will also bring little fruit. This will adversely affect its frost resistance. Also, a fairly large amount of moisture is harmful to the tree, which will disrupt the oxygen exchange in the soil, and this will adversely affect the condition of the roots.

Therefore, after disembarking, experts recommend observing the following irrigation rules:

• it must be made 4 times per season;
• procedures are carried out in the evening or in the morning;
• water should penetrate into the soil to a depth of 50 cm;
• watering is carried out throughout the area around the trunk of a tree;
• so that during the day after watering the soil does not dry out from excess sun, it is recommended to mulch the soil after watering.

When breeding this variety, it was genetically laid the opportunity to bring greater yields. But since the root system is not well developed, the tree will need periodic feeding for this. In the spring it is recommended to apply fertilizers based on nitrogen components - this is urea or manure. At the beginning of summer, you can add a complete set of all macronutrients, and therefore it is recommended to apply complex fertilizers. After that, after 15-20 days it is necessary to fertilize the soil with a solution of fermented nettle and dandelion.

In the autumn for fertilizers it is recommended to use compounds in which a large amount of potassium and phosphorus. When carrying out additional feeding, one should remember that the amount of nutrients applied for small varieties of trees is much less than it is supposed for ordinary varieties of apple trees.

Regardless of the fact that the tree is dwarf and has a rather small size, it is recommended to periodically prune it to form the correct crown. It is necessary to form the crown in the second year of disembarkation, when the seedling is strong enough and it will form the main trunk. The procedure is performed late in the fall or early in the spring, the main thing is that the sap movement in the tree stops. If there are many shoots on a young tree, they are removed or shortened. This enables the tree to direct all energy to the fruit.

If the weather is hot outside, you can pinch the shoots. This will allow the kidneys to develop better. Planned pruning will help rejuvenate mature trees, along with their abundant watering and mulching of the soil. The maximum positive results will be given by the use of nitrogenous means with copper for irrigation.

As mentioned, this variety of apple tolerates frost well. If there is enough snow and no winds, the plant can withstand frosts up to 40 degrees. But at the same time, since the roots are located shallowly, in regions where there is little snow and severe frosts, it is recommended to warm the ground around the trunk. For this purpose, humus is used, which unfolds around the trunk in a rather thick layer. From above you can put lapnik.

Since the apple tree is small, then even from the top you can get the fruit with your own hands. For harvesting choose a similar and dry day. Fruits can be eaten immediately or reprocessed, as well as stored for storage. They must be stored in wooden boxes at a temperature of 0 degrees. In this case, the fruits retain their qualities for two or more months. Then the flesh gradually begins to darken and the taste of the apple deteriorates.

As can be seen, the variety “Plowing” is a good apple tree option for all regions of the country. Experienced gardeners, as well as feedback from those who grow such varieties in their plots, are largely positive. There are many positive characteristics and the absence of deficiencies, which allows this variety to be suitable even for an inexperienced gardener. The main thing before acquiring and planting such a culture is to familiarize yourself with the peculiarities, as well as to learn the subtleties of care, in order to obtain abundant crops every year.

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