Crimean peach varieties: top 20, description and taste, cultivation

Today, many varieties of Crimean peaches are known. They are characterized by early, middle or late maturation. Cultures differ in size, color and taste characteristics of fruits. This allows gardeners to choose the best option. To achieve good results in the cultivation of peaches, you need to strictly adhere to the necessary agrotechnical measures.

Features of Crimean peaches

Peach is a leading stone fruit plant, which is often found in the foothills and the center of Crimea. The best specimens can be found on Tarkhankut.

Crimean peaches are short trees. Therefore, they are easily damaged by frost and cold winds. In the soil, which is characterized by close occurrence of limestone, the life of trees does not exceed 5-10 years. The best plants are found in regions with light sandy soil and good wind protection.

The main achievements in the distribution of peach trees belong to the Nikitsky Botanical Garden. Also in the Crimea, crops of foreign selection are actively grown - American, Italian, Canadian.

Early ripe varieties

Such crops yield quickly. Peak fruiting occurs 4-5 years after planting. The characteristic features of early trees include the following:

• small height and spreading crown;
• bloom in April or May;
• fruiting from July to August.

White Swan

This tree is characterized by a spherical crown. The culture is considered self-fertile. Fruits reach 155 grams and are characterized by light juicy pulp. The variety is resistant to diseases and dry weather.

Redhaven

This is an American bred tree that produces a bountiful harvest. The mass of fruits reaches 170 grams. They are characterized by an elongated shape and light orange flesh. Fruiting begins in August. The tree easily copes with drought, but is characterized by medium resistance to frost and disease.

Early Kyiv

Ripening begins in July. Fruits reach 100 grams and are characterized by juicy and fragrant pulp. The variety is not resistant to frost. At the same time, even after being hit by low temperatures, he is able to recover in 1-2 years.

Morettini's favorite

This is an Italian selection tree. It is characterized by early ripening and a high rate of development - shoots grow up to 0.5 meters per season. The weight of the fruit is 150 grams. It is possible to get up to 40 kilograms of fruit from a tree. The variety is characterized by resistance to diseases, but hardly tolerates frosts.

Mid-ripening peaches

The characteristic features of peaches are the following:

• high trunk and spreading crown;
• high yield;
• frost resistance;
• big fruits.

There are many varieties with an average ripening period. Trees are unpretentious in care. The crop can be harvested 3-4 months after the start of flowering.

Veteran

This is a Canadian plant that produces a bountiful harvest and does not suffer from frost. Fruits reach 130 grams. The crop can be harvested 3 years after planting. Fruits have good taste characteristics. They are easily transported and virtually disease free.

Hryvnia

This is a popular hybrid. It is characterized by small fruits, reaching 90 grams. Harvest begins to be collected in early September. This can be done 2-3 years after planting. The fruits are yellow and juicy. The variety is not subject to curly. Also, the tree does not suffer from powdery mildew.

Donskoy

This variety is considered the most frost-resistant. Even with severe damage by low temperatures, the plant is able to recover. Fruits are distinguished by sweet white pulp with a slight sourness. The culture is characterized by disease resistance.

Golden Moscow

The description indicates that the culture was bred in the Nikitsky Garden. The tree is characterized by large fruits, reaching 180 grams. The fruits have a sweet taste with a slight sourness. The culture blooms quite late. This avoids the threat of return frosts and increases yields.

Golden Anniversary

This is an American variety that gives a stable harvest. Large fruits are spherical in shape and golden in color. Inside is an orange pulp with a great taste. The culture does not suffer from frost and fungal infections.

Fig peach

This is a relatively new plant. It is characterized by high yield parameters and excellent frost resistance. There is a small bone inside. Peaches are easily transported but cannot be stored for long.

Cardinal

This peach has excellent taste. According to the international scale, the fruits received the highest score - 5. The fruits are impressive in size - up to 150 grams. They are characterized by a rounded, slightly flattened shape. Fruits are characterized by resistance to diseases. In this case, the fruits may suffer from recurrent frosts.

Plant a plant away from water. At the same time, so that the place is windless. It is best to grow the crop near a fence or wall.

Collins

This variety can be chosen by those who love large peaches. Fruits weigh up to 150 grams. They are characterized by a sweet taste with a slight sourness. The culture is considered very fruitful. So that the fruits do not break the branches, they should be plucked in time.

The variety is characterized by high resistance to powdery mildew and curl. The tree easily tolerates frost. A distinctive feature is the high need for fertilizers. Such trees need to be systematically watered and pruned in time. Proper care will be the key to a good harvest.

Kremlin

This is a variety of domestic selection, which easily adapts to climatic conditions. The culture is characterized by resistance to low temperatures, dry weather, diseases.Large fruits reach 200 grams. The crop is allowed to be grown in areas with a cool climate.

Ambassador of Peace

This is a young variety with high yields and large fruits. Fruit weighs 160 grams. Peaches are characterized by a saffron shade and a rich blush. Inside there is a juicy sweet pulp. The tree is not subject to spring frosts and fungi.

Redhaven

This is a tall tree that reaches 5 meters. It is characterized by high parameters of drought resistance. The culture is able to withstand frosts down to -25 degrees. Flowering begins quite late. The tree is resistant to powdery mildew and klesterosporiosis. However, it often suffers from curliness.

Ruby Prince

This is an American variety that produces juicy and large fruits. Fruits reach 300 grams. Inside there is a bright yellow flesh and a sweet and sour taste. Ripening begins in the second half of July. Peaches are easy to transport.

Saturn

Peaches are stored for a maximum of 12 days. The tree is characterized by high frost resistance parameters. The culture is able to withstand temperatures down to -27 degrees. The tree has a spreading crown, which makes it difficult to care for.

Siberian

This culture was bred in the Nikitsky Botanical Garden. It is valued for its long shelf life and excellent transportability. The plant is disease resistant. Fruits reach 130 grams and are distinguished by juicy pulp.

Stavropol pink

This variety is characterized by high yields. The culture was bred for the climate of the Stavropol Territory. Peaches are impressive in size and weigh 140 grams. The fruits begin to ripen in mid-August and are distinguished by tender pulp.

Culture needs light soil. It is recommended to moisturize well. Equally important is the full heating and ventilation. Peach can hardly tolerate drought. Benefits include resistance to frost and disease.

Late varieties

These varieties have excellent taste and good shelf life. It will be possible to harvest from such trees only 5 years after planting. They can be grown exclusively in the south. In other areas, the fruits do not have time to ripen.

Fury

This is an American variety that can tolerate frosts down to -29 degrees. The plant is characterized by large orange fruits. Fruits weigh 300 grams. The tree does not need special care. Harvest is in September. Fruits are allowed to be stored for a maximum of a week.

Jaminat

This variety was bred by Dagestan breeders. The culture is considered early-growing and has good resistance to frost. The tree is distinguished by strong immunity and ripens at the end of September. Fruits reach 160 grams and are characterized by a flattened shape.

Elberta

This is a fast-growing culture that was bred by American scientists. The tree is characterized by a spreading crown and large fruits. Fruits weigh 150 grams. The variety is considered high-yielding. The tree is resistant to frost and strong immunity.

Irganai late

This variety is considered high yielding. It was brought out by Dagestan scientists. Fruits are medium in size and weigh 120-160 grams. Ripening occurs in September. Fruits are easily transported. They are recommended to be stored no more than 10 days.

Veteran

This variety is characterized by medium fruits. Their weight does not exceed 130 grams. Peaches taste good and are ideal for canning.

Frost

This crop is resistant to frost and produces large fruits. The tree has a stable yield and excellent disease resistance.

Champions of frost resistance

Initially, peaches are considered heat-loving plants. Today, however, breeders have bred many varieties that can withstand temperatures down to -30 degrees.

Vavilovsky

This is a mid-early crop that easily tolerates frost and is resistant to most diseases. The fruits stand out for their large size and reach 250 grams.

Fluffy early

This is one of the more famous varieties from this category. The plant is able to tolerate frosts down to -30 degrees.

Juicy

This is an early variety of Russian breeding. Culture normally perceives frosts down to -30 degrees. She is not afraid of powdery mildew or curl. The fruits are medium in size and weigh 130 grams.

Winter hardy

This is a culture of Ukrainian selection, which is able to tolerate temperature drops to -40 degrees. The tree gives an excellent harvest and large fruits weighing 200 grams.

Specific cultivation and care

Growing peaches in the Crimea is recommended in loose soil. The soil should be sandy or loamy. The culture does not perceive soil salinity well.

It is recommended to water the trees 4-5 times a year. To improve the properties of the soil, it is recommended to plow the aisles in autumn. Also be sure to dig up the trunk circles.

Peach is a popular crop that is actively grown in the Crimea. To achieve good results, it is recommended to choose the right variety of this plant. The implementation of agrotechnical measures is of great importance.

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