Variety "All Blue"
This is the direct name, translated from English All Blue, from which it immediately becomes clear what color the pulp of this vegetable is. Although, it is more blue-violet than blue, and the rind is dark purple. There is a light ring between the skin and the pulp.
Medium early variety, ripens in 80 days. The tubers are rather large - up to 200 g, but they are not stored for very long. This variety is widespread throughout Europe, it is just beginning to approach us, but it is gaining popularity quickly, because it has an excellent taste. According to its properties, it is considered dietary. It contains a lot of antioxidants. The interesting color is completely retained during frying and baking and fades a little during boiling.
Biological description of gladiolus
Description of gladiolus
Gladioli are perennial, bulbous crops from the Iris family. Translated from Latin "gladius" means "sword". This name was given to the plant because its leaves resemble swords in shape.
The corm of the culture is rounded, renewed every year. It is enveloped in scales, the color of which can be from white to maroon. The stems are erect, they are very strong, solitary, leafy, 50-150 cm high, depending on the species. The leaves are thin, xiphoid, 50-80 cm long, blue-green. The base of the leaves connects around the stem, adding density.
Flowers of gladioli are collected in a spiral, spike-shaped, bilateral or one-sided inflorescence up to 80 cm high. The inflorescence is not tight, usually of medium density. Flowers "sit" on the stem. The perianth is funnel-shaped, consists of 6 identical lobes, which are connected by the base. Flowers come in different shapes and sizes. The fruit is a capsule with 3 leaves. Inside there are many seeds of a round or oval shape, brown in color.
Medium (autumn) varieties of columnar apple trees for the middle lane
To provide a family with fruits of mid-season varieties, it is enough to have 2-3 varieties on the site. The first fruits are best removed in the 2nd year. Most of the varieties of this group are quite resistant to diseases, they tolerate winter cold well. Fruiting lasts almost all autumn, maximum yields begin at 5 years of age. Fruits are stored for 3 months or more, providing the family with fresh fruit in winter.
4. Apple tree "Gin"
The variety is dwarf, the crown is compact (up to 30 cm), the tree does not exceed 2 meters in height, which is very convenient for caring for the crop and harvesting. Fast-growing, forms the first fruits in the second year. The variety is resistant to scab and other fungal diseases, tolerates autumn-spring cold snaps and winter frosts down to -40 ° C.
Fruits are round in shape, weighing 120-150 g. The color of the fruits is bright crimson shades. The pulp is light, sweet and sour, juicy to crunchy, very aromatic, especially with biological ripeness, which the fruits reach during storage. The variety is classified as a dessert in terms of taste, the tasting score is 4.7.
The fruits ripen by the end of August and the beginning of September. In the first 3-4 years, the yield ranges from 4-5 kg, and in subsequent years it can reach up to 15 kg per tree. A wonderful property of the variety - the fruits do not fall off, so you can harvest the crop gradually. They are used fresh and for canning.
The variety is short-lived. The period of active fruiting does not exceed 12 years.
Columnar apple tree "Gin". fermer
5. Apple tree "Triumph"
Semi-dwarf columnar (height up to 2 m), autumn ripening period. The crown is compact, small in size. Fast-growing. Beginning fruiting from the second year of planting, by the age of 5 it forms 5-6 kg of very tasty fruits weighing from 130 to 200 g.
The fruit is flat-spherical in shape. The skin is dense, glossy, bright dark red with a striped blush.
Fruits of sweet-candy taste with mild sourness and honey aftertaste. Characteristic, well-discernible apple aroma. The pulp is granular, dense, crispy, white.
Differs in resistance to scab, other diseases and pests.Among the disadvantages is average frost resistance, the variety requires shelter for the winter.
Harvesting at technical maturity begins in mid-September. The storage period for fruits does not exceed 1-1.5 months. The use of fruits is universal: fresh and other types of processing (compotes, jams, juices).
Columnar apple tree "Triumph". exceltut
6. Apple tree "Ostankino"
The variety belongs to early-growing semi-dwarfs, the height of the tree does not exceed 2.5 m. The crown is compact, small-sized. Medium to high winter hardiness.
The harvest begins to form from the second year of life. The variety is high-yielding, it reaches a high yield in the 5th year, when it forms up to 16 kg of fruits from a tree. Active fruiting lasts 14-15 years, gradually decreasing. The variety needs pollinators, which can be “President” and others (with simultaneous flowering).
Fruits are formed all over the stem, starting at 40 cm from the soil level. The main number of fruits has an average weight of 100-150 g, but individual specimens reach 250-300 g. Harvesting, depending on the growing area, begins in the first or third decade of September.
In shape, the fruits are round, slightly flattened. The skin is firm, smooth. The cover color of the skin is bright, red, with an elegant red-violet blush almost all over the apple. The pulp is white, juicy, sweet-sourish taste.
Under optimal storage conditions, it has a long keeping quality - practically until December-January. The variety is universal: it is used fresh and for winter preservation in the form of jams, juices, compotes, etc.
Columnar apple tree "Ostankino". vasha-teplitsa
7. Apple tree "Senator"
Refers to varieties of medium ripening. Differs in resistance to weather disasters: drought-resistant and winter-hardy variety. It is well resistant to diseases (powdery mildew, anthracnose, septoria), from pests - sawfly.
Fruits are medium in size, weighing 130-300 g, very unusual color. The integumentary skin is thin, dark red with pronounced striping, to biological ripeness it is almost black. The fruits are juicy, with an apple aroma, and the taste is sweet. The pulp is slightly creamy, soft.
Harvesting is carried out in September. Productivity up to 16 kg per tree. Duration of storage - until January. Suitable for fresh consumption and canning.
Columnar apple tree "Senator". sad-rozhkova
Varieties of white gladioli
In the group of white gladioli, experts include both snow-white flowers and options with a combined palette. They will serve as light accents in any composition.
Snow White variety
Very beautiful gladiolus, which is popular at exhibitions. Colored pure white, produces about 20 buds or more. Up to a dozen flowers open at the same time. The ear can be up to 75 centimeters long. The flowers are quite dense, there is a slight ripple. If the weather is cloudy, you may notice a small pink border around the edges of the petals.
Winter's tale
This plant has a rather powerful stem and very beautiful inflorescences. The flowers themselves are large, in the middle they are pale green. Usually an ear ties about 20 buds. Very relevant for freelancers.
Mother Winter
This gladiolus has large, deep white flowers. The ear reaches 75 centimeters long. The buds have small green dots. The petals are moderately corrugated. This is an early layer of gladioli, but growers note problems with the preservation of bulbs.
Moscow white stone
A fairly small variety with a height of about 150 centimeters. The inflorescences are striking in their beauty, while the petals are distinguished by pronounced corrugation and splendor. The color is pure white. In total, about 20 buds are tied, about half of them bloom in total.
Olympus
Gladiolus that blooms early enough. The inflorescences are large and completely white. According to the reviews of flower growers, we can conclude that the plant reproduces without problems.Up to 20 buds are formed on one spike, about 6 flowers open at the same time.
Saint Xenia
This variety was bred relatively recently. It grows up to one and a half meters, tying about 24 buds. The flowers are white, without any impurities, although a light green hue can be observed when opening the buds. The petals are quite dense, with folds. Can be grown all over Russia.
Poplar fluff
Florists call him one of the most beautiful gladioli. In height, the culture can reach 170 centimeters, but sometimes 200 centimeters. It is recommended to use garters and supports for cultivation. The buds are tied in two rows, the stem is very strong and sturdy. The flowers have a transparent white color with waxy impurities, the petals are silky. The variety is not afraid of adverse weather conditions.
Odarka
Quite a beautiful plant with a white bud with a red spot in the throat. A very early variety that produces flowers as early as three months after planting. About ten buds bloom, with a total of 24 per peduncle.
Singer of Russia
The variety has large flowers. The bush grows up to half a meter, and flowering lasts almost three months. The spike is strong and sturdy, includes 23 buds, half of them can open together. The flowers themselves have dense white petals with a pinkish admixture.
Ruddy cheeks
The flower has a rather unusual and attractive color, due to which it is very popular with florists. The transparent white flowers have beautiful pink interweaving. The lower petals are mother-of-pearl. When blooming, gladiolus looks very attractive. It blooms approximately 4 months after planting.
Russian beauty
Another beautiful variety of gladiolus, which has dense white flowers with impurities of pink. The length of one individual can reach one and a half meters, the maximum number of buds is 25. If the summer is cold, the flowers will be pure white.
Royal gift
A really chic flower that combines white and pink shades. The peduncle includes two tiers and ties up to 22 buds. The variety has received many awards at various exhibitions.
Other varieties
Black BMW. Early ripe variety. The berries ripen in early July. A great treat for children. Very large and sweet berries. Fruit weight - 5-7 g. A cluster with berries resembles a bunch of grapes. High-yielding variety. On one bunch - up to 20 fruits with unusual taste. The berries are dense, with a glossy sheen. The pulp has a uniform consistency, has a delicate and pleasant aroma. The fruits do not fall to the ground for a long time.
The Rose. Mid-season variety. Differs in the pink color of the berries. The fruit has a sweet, dessert taste. Fruit weight - 0.5-0.8 g. Sugars - 7.5%. Vitamin C - 50 mg / 100 g. Productivity - up to 2.6 kg per bush.
Velours. A variety of Buryat selection. Average ripening times. Berries weight - 1.5 g. Universal purpose. Delicate, sweet and sour taste. Fruits, when ripe, hardly crumble. Sakharov - 9-10%. Medium-yielding - up to 1.5 kg of berries are removed from one bush. Self-fertile, winter-hardy variety. The disadvantage is that overripe berries burst. Poor drought tolerance.
Yakutsk. Bred by Yakut breeders. Sakharov - 9%. Vitamin C - 100 mg High winter hardiness. Berries of medium size, weighing 0.9 g, black, with a waxy bloom. Universal purpose. Insufficiently high disease resistance.
Agrolesovskaya. Average ripening times. Weak and slightly spreading bushes. Large fruits - up to 2.5 g. Sugar - 11%. Winter-hardy and self-fertile variety. Resistant to powdery mildew, but vulnerable to kidney mites.
Amur cannery. A mid-late variety of the Far Eastern selection. Small berries - up to 0.8 g. Sour, suitable only for processing. Ripen uncommonly. The yield is stable - 2 kg per bush. The variety is resistant to disease. Sakharov is only 5.4%.
Beaver. Variety of Bashkir selection. Large-fruited. Berries of the same size, weigh up to 2.6 g. Sweet and sour taste, sugar - 9.6%. High winter hardiness.Disease resistance. Productivity up to 4 kg per bush.
Chishma. Medium early variety of Bashkir selection. Medium-sized bushes with long tassels. Large fruits - up to 3.2 g. Black, spherical berries with a sweet and sour taste. Sakharov - 9.5%. Vitamin C - 236 g per 100 g. High-yielding variety - up to 4 kg per bush.
The Snow Queen. Green-fruited mid-late variety. The mass of berries is 1-1.3 g. Color is light yellow, with a green tint. Collect up to 2.7 kg from the bush. High-yielding, frost-resistant variety, resistant to most diseases.
Tatyana's Day. Average ripening period. Medium-sized bushes, brushes are medium and long. Sakharov - 9.4%. Brilliant black fruits weighing 1.3 g. Drought-resistant. Self-fertility and early fertility. One bush gives up to 3 kg of berries.
Crunchy. Medium ripening red currants. Siberian selection. Large berries - 0.7-1.3 g. Collect up to 2.6 kg of berries from the bush. High winter hardiness. The berries have a dessert taste.
In memory of Shukshin. Mid-season variety from Siberian breeders. Very large black berries. Thin-skinned, sweet and sour, tear off - dry. Sugar - 8.5%. Ascorbic acid - 120 mg.
Khara Kytalyk. The product of the Yakut selection. Medium-sized bushes with very long brushes - up to 14 cm.Sakharov - less than 5%. A lot of vitamin C - 259 mg. Resistant to low temperatures. Average yield. The variety is resistant to drought, pests and diseases. Disadvantages - fruits tend to crumble, needs cross-pollination.
Shadrich. Average ripening period. Bred by Siberian breeders. Medium-sized bushes. Large fruits, glossy. Sugar - 9.9%. Ascorbic acid - 136 mg. Almost no more powdery mildew. Minus - the spreading of the bushes. The berries are not particularly large - up to 1 g. The color of the fruits is dark brown with a waxy bloom.
Orlovia. Mid-season currant. Vigorous bushes with medium spreading. On the brushes of 6-7 berries. Fruits weigh up to 1.2 g. All berries are the same size. Sakharov - 7.6%. Vitamin C - 109 mg / 100 g. Complex resistance to diseases and pests. Harvest - 1 kg per bush. Too spreading - during the ripening of the fruit, the branches tend to the ground.
Vertti. Green-fruited currant. A variety from Finnish breeders. The berries are not as beautiful as black or red ones, but they have a wonderful taste. It tolerates Russian frosts well, but in severe frosts - above minus 30 ° C, the kidneys may freeze underneath. The variety is resistant to fungal diseases. Berry weight - up to 1.5 g.
Hybrid varieties
This species includes all hybrid varieties that bloom in summer. Its representatives have a sufficient height - 0.9–2 m. The flowers have different sizes, their parameters vary from 5 to 20 cm. The colors can also be varied: monochromatic, with several shades, or with strokes and spots on the petals. The edges of the latter can also have a different appearance: smooth, wavy, or corrugated.
The buds are collected in rather large inflorescences, sometimes consisting of more than 20 flowers. Among such varietal varieties, there are a lot of specimens of Russian selection, which, unlike the Dutch ones, have strongly corrugated edges. Hybrid varieties are distinguished by good adaptability to cultivation conditions, therefore, they are suitable for growing in different climatic zones. But for the winter, the bulbs must be dug out, since the plants are not distinguished by winter hardiness.
Varieties for Siberia
When choosing clematis of 3 groups, the best varieties in Siberia, you can pay attention to most of the vines suitable for growing in the Urals. Even late flowering plants adapt well in cold climates.
The buds bloom in late July - early September. Such vines bloom once, but abundantly. When the bush fades, the shoots are immediately cut off, leaving 1-2 buds, and the rhizome is covered for the winter.
For Siberia, you can choose the following varieties:
- Zhakman. Vines throw out beautiful purple flowers. The petals are velvety. The diameter of the flower is about 8 cm. The lashes grow up to 3.5 m long.The bush is abundantly covered with color from July and fades in September.
Handsome Rouge Cardinal mesmerizes with red flowers with a raspberry hue. The stamens are white, often with an admixture of pink. Scourges grow long up to 2 m. Flowers about 10 cm in diameter appear moderately on the bush from the beginning of July and fade in September.
The Huldin variety from early August to mid-September pleases with white flowers up to 8 cm in diameter. Sometimes the petals acquire a lilac hue. Scourges grow up to 4 m long.
Hagley Hybrid is distinguished by its original pink color. The tops of the stamens are colored with a burning red tint. Large flowers up to 16 cm in diameter appear in July, and in August the bush fades. The length of the lashes reaches 3 m.
The Ville de Lyon variety will appeal to lovers of everything bright. From July to September, the bush is abundantly covered with flowers 12 cm in diameter with red petals and yellow stamens. Intensively growing lashes stretch up to 4 m in length.
Almost all varieties of clematis of the 3rd group are suitable for growing in Siberia. For the winter, the plants need to be well covered and do not forget to cut them.
Clover pink
It is used as a fodder plant, although it has recently been replaced by the more productive red clover. It has advantages over the latter when grown on moist and acidic soils, where it gives higher yields. A highly productive honey plant, due to the short, up to 3 mm, tubes of the corolla of flowers, their nectar is available for pollination to all types of bees. Unlike red clover, the leaves of this species stick rather tightly to the stalks and do not fall off during harvesting, which makes the hay softer, but because of the bitter taste, it is less eaten by livestock and is usually used in a mixture with cereals.
Variety "Adirondack blue"
The name at home is Adirondack Blue. Bred at Cornell University. Differs in the highest yield and oval-rounded fruits, the average weight of which is about 100 g. The best purple chips can be obtained from the tubers of this variety. Ripening time is average - about 95 days. It is not resistant to diseases and has an average shelf life. But there are enough antioxidants in it in order to prefer it over traditional neutral-colored potatoes.
Should you grow purple potatoes? Definitely yes. And even if you have nowhere to roam on the site, and there is no room for experimentation, select a bed for a vegetable of a new color, pushing back the good old potatoes. Choose a variety and ripening time. For example, if you traditionally grow a particular variety of winter potatoes, plant several rows of purple early ripening. And see what comes of it.
Already today there are private farms (not industrial) that have completely switched to growing colored potatoes. It doesn't have to be purple. There are pink, blue, orange varieties. Each of them has its own exceptional health benefits. And the table and menu are becoming more interesting, colorful and festive. Color is health. Why not grow a healthy product, even if it is an unusual purple color ?!
Winter red apple varieties
Winter red apple varieties are very popular and are grown primarily for sale. They have excellent commercial qualities, as for transportability, this quality may vary. But even if transportation is possible only over short distances, the goods can be sold without problems in the nearest market - red apples are snapped up very quickly.
Winter red apple varieties
- "Spartan" is a medium-sized tree with a round, medium-dense crown. Fruits are medium in size - 150 g, rounded, flattened on top. The peel is thick, dense, red (even more burgundy), there is a purple bloom. The pulp is white, juicy and crispy. Suitable for fresh consumption. Transportability is good - fruits are stored until April. The yield reaches 100 kg / tree.
- "Gloucester York" is a dessert variety of red apples from Germany, ripening towards the end of September.Produces large, up to 200 g, red-skinned fruits. The shape is conical, elongated, with pronounced ribs. The taste is excellent - sweet, with a slight sourness - suitable for both children and adults. The tree is vigorous, bears fruit by the age of 5. Productivity - 70 kg / tree. Among the disadvantages, there is a low resistance to disease. Needs pollinators (Jonathan, Gala). Good winter hardiness is noted, transportable.
- Florina bears fruit from 3 years after planting. Medium-sized tree with a thickened crown. Productivity at 10 years of age 60 kg / tree. Fruits 110-145 g. The shape is cylindrical, with ribs. The color is almost completely red, but this is only a blush - the main color is light yellow, manifests itself in the form of rare light dots. There is a plaque. The pulp is yellowish, crispy, sweet - consumed only fresh. Stored until early spring, and in good conditions until May.
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Red Delicious is a red apple with very beautiful, dark red apples with crispy white flesh. The tree is of medium height, the crown is pyramidal back. Productivity can reach 150 kg / tree with good care. The fruits are ribbed, which is especially visible in the lower, narrowed part, an average of 150 g. The peel is glossy if the fruits are young. It is consumed fresh, it is not recommended to bake and use for heat treatment.
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- "Jonathan" has not very large fruits - up to 130 g. The shape is conical, more rounded on top, at the stalk. The coat color is red, orange stripes are possible. The pulp is very fragrant, dense, crunchy. Fruits are stored right up to May! The tree itself is low, with a wide crown of medium density. The yield ranges from 18 to 85 kg / tree, depending on its age and care.
- "Gloucester" is a variety of German-bred red apples. The tree is vigorous - it develops quickly. Productivity 35-75 kg / tree - depends on the age of the crop. Fruits are large, up to 200 g, conical, ribbed. The color is almost completely light red, but this is only a blush, under which a light yellow main background can appear. The pulp is creamy, sweet and sour in taste. Fruits are stored until February, and in the refrigerator until mid-spring.
- Gala Mast is a New Zealand variety. Productivity 75-90 kg / tree. Fruits weighing 135 g, round. The color is initially yellow-golden, but when ripe changes to red. Winter hardy, not afraid of powdery mildew. There is also a similar variety called Gala, also from New Zealand. But it has a less intense fruit color, although otherwise they are very similar.
- "Liberty" is a variety of American-bred red apples. Fruits are medium, weighing 110-150 g. The shape is round, the peel is thin, usually not peeled before use. The color is dark cherry. The pulp is sweet with sourness, juicy and dense.
- Fuji is a Japanese apple variety with large apples. The color of the fruit is red with greenish dots. The pulp is very sweet, which is the reason for the spread of the variety around the world. They are consumed raw, but you can also make juice. Stored for 4 months.
How to take care of Gladiolus at home?
The first shoots, if planted correctly, appear in 12-18 days. At this time, you need to start caring for the plants to develop well. Initially, it is necessary to loosen the ground, remove weeds. The first watering is carried out when gladioli grow by 10 cm. Up to 10 liters of water is poured for each plant during this period, since the moisture must reach a depth of 25 cm or more.
Important!
Frequent and shallow watering for gladioli is very harmful. Plants do not really get moisture, but the root part begins to rot .. Top dressing is applied depending on the phase of plant development
Top dressing is applied depending on the phase of plant development.
- The first nitrogen fertilization is done when the second leaf appears.
- The second - during development, 4 leaves.
- When the 5th leaf is noticeable, you need to feed the plant with nitrogen mixtures again.
- Fertilization with phosphates is needed in June, when buds begin to appear.
- The last dressing is done in September - potassium-phosphorus, in order to reinforce the culture - it should restore the strength of the bulb after flowering.
For feeding, you can use a solution of chicken manure, mullein, potassium sulfate, superphosphate, or any other fertilizer that is suitable for flowering plants.
If the stem of the gladiolus is too tall, a garter can be helpful. This will provide additional support and reduce the risk of damage to the flowers. For grown gladioli, home care consists in loosening the soil, removing weeds and watering on time.
Interesting!
When cutting flowers, it is better not to touch the lower leaves so that nutrients continue to flow to the bulb.
When in the fall, the tops of gladioli begin to turn yellow, this is a sign that it is necessary to dig up the bulbs. When digging, it is advisable to mark the varieties so as not to get confused in the spring. After digging up, the corms are laid to rest for 2-3 days, then the stems are cut to 3 cm, and the bulbs are placed in storage. The storage location is dry and cool. The bulbs themselves should be in a gauze, bag, or open box.
Varieties of green gladioli
Green gladioli look extremely interesting and bright. Flowers can have a very different shade - from weak to rich and juicy. There are varieties interspersed with very expressive colors.
Berendey's gifts
A very attractive variety of gladiolus, characterized by flowers with an expressive ripple. Flowering occurs on 8 buds at the same time. The color of the petals is light green with unusual tints. By the way, this plant is not afraid of temperature changes, cold weather and generally bad weather conditions.
Green cockatoo
The flowers of this variety look unusual, they are painted in a delicate lemon shade, there is a raspberry spot. The neck is slightly more saturated in comparison with the petals. The flower stalk is powerful, gives up to 23 buds. The variety has taken first places at several exhibitions.
Our garden
Quite a low grade of gladiolus, growth does not exceed 135 centimeters. The ear is strong and hardy, gives about 23 buds. The flowers look impressive in the sun. Suitable for any flower bed.
Peacock feather
Florists are very fond of this gladiolus, since its petals resemble a peacock's tail. The petals are strongly corrugated, and they are also quite dense. Not the highest kind of culture. Forms 21 flowers, simultaneous opening is possible for 9 buds.
Grass-ant
Not a bad option for growing in the garden, since it does not require close maintenance. Forms a peduncle with 21 buds of a delicate light green shade. Flowering times are average. It is possible to grow a culture throughout Russia.
