Nymph honeysuckle: description and cultivation of the variety

The Nymph honeysuckle differs in modest dimensions, but at the same time gives a big harvest.Previously, the plant grew mainly in the wild, but then it was cultivated, which allowed to preserve the natural resistance of the variety to pathologies and pests.

The main characteristics of the plant are as follows:

• height - 1.8 m;
• edible berry;
• berries can be picked in the middle of summer;
• branches are prone to thickening, and therefore they are required to periodically thin out;
• berry differs in the big sizes and pleasant aroma;
• from one bush you can get up to 2 kilograms of fruit per season;
• resistance to diseases and low temperatures;
• the variety requires additional pollination;
• can bear fruit up to 20 years.

Experts note that during the tasting, the taste of berries of this variety of honeysuckle got the highest score. Berries are distinguished by the absence of bitterness, large dimensions and pleasant taste. The advantage of this variety can be called the fact that the berries after ripening do not fall from the bushes, which allows them to collect without rot. They can be used for freezing, spinning or eating fresh.

Despite the fact that the plant has received quite a good characteristic from experienced gardeners, it has both advantages and certain disadvantages. Among the advantages are the following:

• the ability to get a high and stable crop;
• the plant is able to survive in the most severe conditions and does not require additional protection for the winter;
• Bushes are resistant to diseases, and therefore do not require regular and continuous processing of chemicals, which allows to obtain environmentally friendly crops;
• the whole care of the plant is in the periodic introduction of dressings and cutting branches.

The disadvantage is that after the purchase of seedlings it is necessary to buy other varieties of honeysuckle in the first months after planting, which will pollinate the “Nymph”. This is due to the fact that the flowers on this variety are barren, and therefore other pollinators are needed for pollination. This will allow the plant to be held as fruit. As you can see, there are very few minuses in this variety, and therefore they can not be taken into account.

This variety can be grown even in its garden, as it is easy to take root and does not require maintenance. But at the same time, it is rather difficult to buy seedlings, as the plant is not perceived by all gardeners as garden. Despite this, it is valued for its properties, and therefore many prefer to have it on their site.

If you properly care for and properly plant the plant, then it will bring great harvests to its owners and decorate their garden.

There are also expert advice on the rules for the purchase of seedlings. They are:

• seedling age should be 2-3 years;
• well developed and large root system;
• on the cuttings there are awakened buds;
• shoots themselves have a uniform color and dense.

Landing rules are as follows:

• It is recommended to plant it until mid-summer, in the spring it cannot be done, since the plant must acclimatize;
• disembarkation is made in a sunny place, which is protected from drafts;
• the pits should be shallow, approximately 40 cm;
• fertilizers in the form of humus, superphosphate and salt must be applied to the pits;
• when planting, the root of the root deepens 2 cm into the ground, and then it is well rammed;
• after planting seedlings need to water the soil well and mulch.

In order for the plant to take root, it needs some time after planting for acclimatization. It is recommended to plant two-year-old seedlings, which can give the first harvest in the second season after planting. If possible, it is recommended to purchase seedlings of three years of age.Although they are more expensive, but they tolerate the transplant well and get along in a new place.

According to experts, honeysuckle is not afraid of the winds and can grow in the open, but at the same time it needs the sun to produce tasty fruits that will not taste bitter. Also, the plant is unpretentious to the ground, but it prefers to grow in soil with neutral acidity.

Better planting produce seedlings that are adapted to the conditions in the area of ​​residence of the owner of the land. Now to find such seedlings is easy, but at the same time you will be able to ensure a good accommodation of the bush. It is necessary to choose seedlings with flexible branches, on which there are buds, also there should be no signs of rot on them. At the honeysuckle planting site, you can fertilize the soil with organic fertilizer and dig it up.

The plant does not need special care and bears fruit well, even if it is not cared for. But it is recommended to observe the basic requirements, which will help the bush to survive longer, as well as to give more delicious berries. Experienced gardeners give some recommendations when growing.

It is important to provide the bush with enough water, especially at the stage when it forms the ovary. Otherwise, the berries will have a bitter taste. Watering is done with plain clean water, and you can add a little chicken manure to it.

In order for the plant not to be damaged by insects and not to hurt, it is recommended to treat it with Bordeaux composition. This prevents the attack on the bush ticks or aphids. It is not recommended to apply such a composition during the ripening of berries, as it accumulates in them.

During the growth of the bush, it is necessary to periodically cut off its shoots, which will allow to damage the crown and better bear fruit. It is necessary to remove all the shoots that grow deep into the bush. It is also important to use special formulations to handle cut branches so that they do not rot.

Every two years, be sure to conduct dressing bush. To do this, you can take manure or chicken droppings. Top dressing is made in the spring and during the formation of the ovary. This allows you to improve the fruit and increase further their number. After planting the bushes for the first two years, it is necessary to regularly remove old branches from them, as well as to water them. It should be remembered that the plant does not like severe marshiness and high soil moisture. It is recommended to give the bush 10-15 liters of water three or four times a season.

Especially in liquid, it needs during the period of fruit formation and flowering. After watering, it is necessary to break through the soil so that a crust does not form on it. This will allow the roots to penetrate oxygen.

Honeysuckle refers to frost-resistant plants, and therefore in nature it can often be found in northern latitudes. The culture does not need additional weatherization for the winter, but before the cold it is necessary to water the roots and mulch the soil with humus.

Mostly honeysuckle have good immunity, but under adverse conditions it can appear diseases. Therefore, it is recommended to make prophylaxis. For this you can use various methods, among which are:

• do not overwet the soil;
• time to thin out the bushes;
• destroy weeds under the roots.

In general, reviews of this plant among gardeners are positive. As they argue, the bush is quite unpretentious in care, but with due attention provides the owners with a sufficient number of tasty and healthy berries. The plant requires special attention at the time of transplantation. Further, you only need to comply with the above rules and periodically feed.

The plant can be damaged by various pests.

• Shchitovka. When this pest appears, it is necessary to treat it, otherwise the shrub may die. In order to prevent the spread of pests, it is recommended that the bush be treated with the Rogor preparation. This should be done once a season.

• Aphid. When she attacks honeysuckle, the plant must be protected, otherwise its leaves will turn yellow and start to wither. As soon as these pests are noticeable, it is necessary to treat the plant with “Karate”, “Biotlin”, “Rogor” and other preparations. You can also use folk remedies, for example, the composition of the infusion of chamomile, tobacco and pepper.

• Caterpillars You can fight them mechanically and in the heat spray special drugs, among which is "Eleksar".

• Rot. So that the plant does not rot, you can do without the use of chemistry. To do this, it is recommended to prepare a solution of soap and water, to enhance the effect, you can add a little copper sulfate. This composition is to handle the whole bush. Also, the plant can be damaged by other pests, but it does not always have to use chemicals. Some solutions can be prepared independently, than to ensure the environmental friendliness of the product.
• Ticks. They, like aphid, can also suck the juices from the bushes, as a result of which the leaves will turn brown and curled. The bush is treated when ticks appear with drugs that can be purchased at the store.

Natural remedies are better for the plant, and sometimes with proper preparation, most pests can be deterred. But at the same time spraying should be done in a timely manner and not delay the process. Also, folk remedies can produce preventive measures to prevent the occurrence of such diseases.

Experts appreciate the variety "Nymph" for its versatility, as well as the ability to grow in different regions. If there is a desire to add such a bush on your site, then it will not bring any special problems, but will help to create a beautiful decoration and decoration of the garden, as well as allow you to feast on tasty and healthy berries. As can be seen, the honeysuckle of this variety is a unique plant that produces fruit with a large amount of vitamins and nutritional components. In order to fully feel the taste of such a berry, you need to plant a couple of bushes on your site and properly care for them. This will allow in a year or two to get the berries, which are distinguished by their characteristic taste.

How to trim the honeysuckle, see the video below.