Yellow strawberries: description, planting and care
Berry crops are very popular, it is not for nothing that they are trying to grow them in almost every garden plot.But among these plants occupy a special place yellow strawberries and strawberries. To obtain an optimal result, it is necessary to carefully study the characteristics of planting such varieties, strictly observing all agrotechnical norms.
Special features
Strawberry meadow looks extremely aesthetic. Additional advantages of its cultivation are the control of the growth of weeds and the large harvest of fragrant berries. The repairing variety of culture is not very suitable for the temperate climate of Russia, not to mention the higher latitudes. It is recommended to choose the “Yellow Miracle”, as this variety has a number of attractive features. Its main specificity is the external color.
It is known that the "Yellow Miracle" brought West European breeders. But it is impossible to say more precisely. Authorship is challenged by Dutch, Danish and British experts. From the very beginning, the developers proceeded from decorative considerations. But when describing this variety, they note that This strawberry taste is not inferior to more familiar varieties of plants.
basic information
The federal selection register does not contain data about the “Yellow Miracle”, therefore it cannot be said exactly where this variety is zoned. Officially, it does not seem to exist. Because farmers need to be ready for any possible outcome of events. However, the accumulated experience allows us to hope for serious success. Strawberries tolerate the effects of the raw seaside climate characteristic of Northern Europe.
But even there the weather stereotype is milder than in most parts of Russia. Therefore, the promises of suppliers of inoculum regarding disease resistance and adverse conditions should only be partially believed. It has been reliably established that the “Yellow Miracle” tolerates various putrid diseases quite well. Strawberry berries are painted in a light banana color. They are characterized by:
- ellipse shape;
- a mass of about 3 g;
- diameter of 15 mm;
- length of 25 mm.
Judging by the reviews, the berries of the “Yellow Miracle” are distinguished by their sweetness and juiciness, the taste creates associations with pineapple. It is noted that fresh consumption of fruits is very attractive. But if you cook the jam, it will also appeal to consumers. The absence of red pigment allows you to give berries to children without any risk of allergies.
Caring for strawberry bushes is quite simple, you only have to update the planting once every 3 years to avoid falling harvests.
Growing from seed: the details of the process
Planting seedlings produced in the last days of February and in the first part of March. If this condition is fulfilled at the end of spring, it can already be moved to the free soil. The height of the tanks for seedlings is 60-70 mm, while using a universal type of soil. When it takes about 24 hours before sowing, water is required to be irrigated with potassium permanganate of low concentration. It is recommended to heat this solution.
The layout of the seeds on the surface is at a distance of 10-15 mm between them. To solve this problem, it is advisable to take tweezers. The tanks will certainly cover the film and put in a warm place. They are periodically ventilated and moistened. When the first shoots occur, the film is removed, and the seedlings are picked at the moment when the third or fourth leaf comes out.
Work in the open field and possible problems
"Yellow Miracle" requires typical care after moving to a free land. It is watered and weeded, loosened the ground. Bushes required spud. It is necessary to produce 3 or 4 supplements, the first of them is a complex composition, and the others - with organic matter. It should be borne in mind that there is no complete information, where a variety can take root, and where its development is impossible.
Often, people are faced with the fact that strawberries do not bloom, because The lack of state registration allows producers to supply a lot of low-quality seeds. Sometimes they even sell one type instead of another, therefore it is necessary to give preference to proven large suppliers.
Recommendations of some experts about the stratification of seeds in the refrigerator is not necessary to comply. If the land is initially wet when sowing, additional watering is not required. With proper choice of material and strict adherence to the rules, you can achieve a friendly and fast shoots.
Additional recommendations
At the earliest stage it is necessary to water the plants very carefully. Water should not pour, but drip, and strictly in between sprouts. So you can exclude damage to very weak leaves. Fully ripened berries stably remain on the peduncles, fall very rarely. For the cultivation of the "Yellow Miracle" is required to choose a sunny area.
To get the best result, planting sites supplement with fertilizer and humus. It is recommended to make up when about 6-9 days remain before disembarkation. Then the earth will have time to condense. Planted strawberries are immediately watered with humate and used for mulching humus. At the earliest stage it is necessary to cover the plants planted in the ground from excess sun; Shelter ceases to be necessary when the bushes take root.
Experts advise in the formation of berries to pour hardwood sawdust under the bushes. This will prevent lodging under the weight of the fruit. As a result, the usual pollution of the berries is prevented. Fruits are formed until the onset of cold weather. Severe winter can become critical, so you need to prepare very carefully for it.
How to plant yellow strawberries, see below.
