Karmakod grapes: variety description and characteristics, planting and cultivation

To get a rich and high-quality grape harvest, organizing proper care is not always enough. It is also necessary to successfully select seedlings. One of the most unassuming grape varieties is Karmakod. But, since it appeared relatively recently, not all growers are familiar with the characteristics of the variety. Therefore, before purchasing Karmakod seedlings, it will be useful to familiarize yourself with the features of planting and growing.

Description and characteristics of Karmakod grapes

Several years ago, Russian breeders, when crossing three grape varieties - Cardinal, Magarachi, Kodryanka - obtained a new, table variety - Karmakod.Karmakod is an early maturing variety with bisexual flowers, well pollinated. The number of fruiting shoots is quite large, more than 80%.

Shoots can reach a length of about 5 meters. On each vine, 1.5-2 bunches weighing up to 0.5 kg are formed. There are specimens weighing up to 800 g.

The table shows the characteristics of the berries:

Colorreddish purple Taste Pulp Skin Acidity level Sugar content

Shape	oblong, pointed towards the end
Size/weight of 1 berry	2.7x1.2cm / 9-12g
floral with a light nutmeg aroma
dense, juicy
thin, not noticeable when used
9 g per 1 liter of juice, decreases as the berries ripen
increases with maturity from 16% to 22%

In terms of taste and decorative properties, Karmakod is not inferior to many elite varieties.

Advantages and disadvantages of the variety

By combining the best qualities of the parent pair, breeders managed to get grapes with a lot of advantages.

Pros and conshigh yield;unpretentiousness;disease resistance;self-pollination;transportability;ability to withstand 20-degree frosts.

In addition, under the influence of sunlight, grape fruits wither well. Therefore, high-quality raisins can be prepared from Karmakod.

The only negative of this variety is excessive sensitivity to moisture, leading to cracking of berries.

Features of cultivation

For Karmakod seedlings, it is better to contact specialized stores or nurseries. Buying planting material from individuals does not guarantee that the grapes belong to the desired variety. For the successful growth and development of the vine, you need to choose the right site, prepare the soil, and follow the planting technology.

When to plant

You can plant seedlings both in autumn and in spring. The exact dates are regulated in accordance with the climatic features of the region. The best time for autumn planting is the second decade of October. For wintering to be successful, young shoots are covered for the winter.

In the spring, grapes are planted after the establishment of stable, warm weather. Usually this is the 3rd decade of March, the 2nd decade of April for the southern regions, the middle of May for the middle lane. When night frosts return, young bushes will need shelter.

Where to plant on the plot

Karmakod is suitable for growing in suburban areas. Like most members of this culture, the Karmakod is receptive:

• to drafts;
• temperature fluctuations;
• lack of light.

Therefore, a sunny area is chosen for the cultivation of grapes. The level of groundwater location is also important, which should not be less than 2-2.5 m from the surface. Grapes grow best on loamy, clay soil.

Attention is also paid to neighboring cultures. It is recommended to plant Karmakod away from fruit and fruit trees. Plants suffering from white rot, mildew, oidium are considered a bad neighborhood.

Planting technique

10-15 days before planting Karmakod seedlings, a planting pit is prepared. The dimensions of the hole depend on the dimensions of the rhizome, but usually it is 80x80 cm. Nutrient soil is placed at the bottom of the hole, consisting of humus and soddy soil.

Before planting, vine shoots are pruned, leaving only 2 vines with 2 eyes. Fit Technology:

1. The seedling is placed in the center of the hole so that the root neck is flush with the edge of the planting hole.
2. They cover with earth, tamp.
3. Plentifully moisturize.
4. Install the trellis.
5. Sprinkle mulch (cut grass, peat, sawdust) around the trunk circle.

The bushes are placed at a distance of 2 m from each other.

Plant care

Caring for the Karmakod is easy. It is enough to follow all the rules of agricultural technology: watering, fertilizing, pruning.

Water and fertilize

Karmakod does not require frequent watering. Water the vineyard only during a drought, once a week. 1-2 buckets of warm water are poured under each bush. Do this slowly as the liquid is absorbed.

Feeding the vineyard starts from the age of 3, provided that nutrients were introduced during planting. Top dressing is carried out 5 times per season.

An approximate fertilization pattern is shown in the table:

nutritional composition from a mixture of superphosphate (20 g), potassium s alt ( 5 g), ammonium nitrate (10 g) is dissolved in a bucket of water. 1-2 weeks before harvest Autumn

Apply period	List of feed ingredients
Before the growing season	Complex compositions applied in accordance with the instructions
Before the formation of flowers	30-35 g nitrophos diluted in 5 liters of water
10 g), diluted in 5 liters of water
20 g potassium-containing mixtures mixed with superphosphate (20 g) diluted with water (10 l)
organic mixtures: humus (2 kg per 1 sq.m.), chicken manure diluted in water (1 kg per 1 l), wood ash (150 g per 5 l)

Be sure to loosen and remove weeds after watering.

Support and garter shoots

The trellis method is used to grow Karmakod. In order for the plant to grow evenly and not be subject to diseases, vine bushes are tied up.

The garter is carried out twice: in spring and summer. Tie the vines with soft material to avoid damage to the shoots.

Pruning and protection from the cold

To increase yields and rejuvenate vines, regular pruning is carried out. Frostbitten shoots are removed in the spring, and sanitary pruning is carried out in the summer, removing diseased, damaged stems.Fan-shaped formation is used for Karmakod, the length of the shoots should not exceed 2 m. When cultivating grapes in the south, Karmakod can not be covered. In regions with harsh climatic conditions, shelters are indispensable. To do this, shoots are removed from the trellises, placed in grooves, sprinkled with earth on top. You can twist the vines before laying, put in bags, covering the top with slate.

Diseases and pests

Karmakod can do without special treatment for diseases such as mildew and oidium. The plant is treated only after flowering. Sometimes Karmakod berries are subjected to peas. Remove small fruits with a paint brush, passing it over the clusters.

Harvest and storage of crops

The first harvest of Karmakod can be obtained already 3 years after planting. Berries ripen 115-125 days from the start of the growing season. For the southern regions - this is the end of July, and for the middle climatic zone - the first decade of August.Ripe bunches can hang on the bush for a long time, picking up sugar, becoming sweeter.

Karmakod is one of the best varieties of grapes for growing on a personal plot. Ornamental vines will brighten up the yard, and juicy, delicious berries will bring a lot of pleasure.

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