Strawberry Murano: variety description and characteristics, cultivation and reproduction with photo

Almost every summer cottage grows garden strawberries. A wide variety of varieties allows you to enjoy delicious berries in any corner of the country. Many breeders are trying to graft foreign species to the harsh Russian climate. The most popular of these species was the Murano strawberry. It tolerates the cool climate of most regions of Russia well and pleases with a rich harvest.

Description and characteristics of Murano strawberries

The species appeared thanks to the painstaking work of Italian breeders in 2004. For breeding, they used varieties that were not patented.Berries with the numbered names R6R1-26 and A030-12 served as the basis for Murano. After that, the plant was tested in different climatic conditions. In 2012, Consorzio Italiano Vivaisti received a patent for the variety.

Murano is great for growing in a variety of conditions:

• on open land;
• indoors;
• when using hydroponic systems.

Remontant variety has compact plants. They differ in average growth, the height does not exceed 30 cm. The diameter of an upright bush varies from 45 to 50 cm. Large leaves have a rich green tint, their number is small. Murano reproduces with 2-3 mustaches, which take root well on their own.

The plant has large peduncles, on which powerful buds develop, located slightly above the rosette. White flowers have 5-6 petals. The diameter of one bud reaches 3.7 cm. The period from the beginning of flowering to harvest takes no more than one month.

The berries of the variety are distinguished by their regular shape, resembling a slightly elongated cone. The skin is smooth and shiny, with a bright red tint. The pulp is characterized by juiciness, density and fleshiness. Murano has a pronounced aroma. The weight of one fruit is 20-25 grams. In some cases, there are representatives weighing more than 35 g.

One bush can bring up to 1.1 kg of strawberries in one season. By the end of the growing season, the berries become smaller, but do not lose their taste properties. The fruits perfectly tolerate transportation, for which they are in demand among gardeners.

Pros and cons of the variety

Like other representatives of garden strawberries, the Murano variety has its advantages and disadvantages. These characteristics are presented in the table.

Murano strawberry variety has an early ripening period The planting material has a high costThe plant develops well in dimly lit areas Reproduction is difficult because each bush has 2-3 whiskersTastes greatThe plant is resistant to most of the diseases inherent in the cultureFrost and heat resistant

	Fruiting is abundant and long.Ripening of berries occurs several times
Fruits tolerate transportation well and retain their presentation
High yields

As shown in the table, Murano has a fair number of positives. Therefore, the variety is so fond of foreign and domestic gardeners. The main disadvantage is the difficulty in reproduction by whiskers and, as a result, the high cost of planting material.

Subtleties of growing crops

Breeders stated that most modern varieties are unpretentious in care.But the fulfillment of simple agronomic requirements when planting and growing berries is still necessary. After all, the development and productivity of plants depends on these rules. Murano also needs attention.

Choosing the right seedlings

Planting strawberries will require some painstaking work. The first step is to choose the right seedlings. The cost of future bushes is also taken into account. The variety has a high price, so it is important to inspect the seedlings before buying. It is good if it is possible to get young plants directly from the garden. But most often the bushes are sold in specialized stores or nurseries.

There are two rules to choosing a good strawberry sprout:

1. The root system is developed, has flexibility. The length of the roots is not less than 7 cm, the thickness is up to 8 mm.
2. A strong bush has more than three green leaves.

Drop-off time

Experienced gardeners noted that the best time for planting strawberry bushes is at the end of summer and the beginning of autumn. So the plant will take root better and go through the hardening process with winter frosts. To speed up the harvest, the bushes are planted in the spring. To protect against possible April frosts, plants are covered with agrofibre.

Place to land

For Murano strawberries choose soils with a neutral level of acidity. Do not plant berries in acidic or marshy areas. It is also important to monitor the level of groundwater. They should be more than 1.5 meters from the roots of plants. This condition ensures abundant fruiting and he althy plants. Strawberries are planted on the hills.

Boarding process

Compact bushes are placed closer together than regular varieties.The standard planting pattern for garden strawberries is 50 x 50 cm. For Murano, gardeners use a planting pattern of 30 x 30 cm, and in some cases 25 x 25 cm. The variety is perfect for beginner agronomists, as it is undemanding to care for.

When planting berries, it is important to take into account the predecessors and the proximity of crops. Bad companions in the garden for strawberries will be horseradish, sunflower, buttercup, raspberries, vegetables of the nightshade family. Dill, parsley, radishes, beans, legumes and garlic will be excellent predecessors. It is also important to give the beds a rest from strawberry plantings for 5 years.

Care for Murano strawberries

The plant should not be abandoned after planting. Like any other crop, it will need watering, fertilizing, weeding, mulching. When leaving the bushes to winter in the open field, care should be taken to mulch and shelter. Proper care will provide the plant with strong immunity and a high yield.

Irrigation

Murano breeders claim that these berries are heat-resistant. But that doesn't mean they don't need regular watering. A good solution is to provide plants with drip irrigation. The frequency of watering should be at least 1 time per week. In dry summers, the frequency of irrigation is increased up to 3 times. Mulching the roots and creating shade will also help transfer the heat.

Fertilizer

To improve plant he alth, fertilize at the right time. Such events are held several times a season. It should be noted that strawberries need both root and foliar top dressing. Nitrogen compounds are applied to plants in early spring.

After the appearance of the first peduncles, they provide the leaves with a sufficient amount of potassium, phosphorus, manganese and iron. Repeatedly such compositions are fed after 3-4 weeks. As a pre-winter preparation, the plant is fed with mineral complexes based on potassium and phosphorus.Nitrogen fertilizers reduce resistance to winter cold, so they should not be applied in the fall.

Weeding and loosening

If the bushes were planted in open ground, and not under spunbond, weeding and loosening will become mandatory care measures. Strawberry bushes do not tolerate weeds. The berries will become small and unsweetened. Therefore, at least 6-8 weedings are carried out per season.

Loosening allows the roots to be saturated with oxygen, which favorably affects the development of plants. Soil cultivation is carried out around the bushes to a depth of 4 cm and between the beds - up to 10 cm. This event is also combined with fertilizer application. Do not carry out these procedures during flowering, so that the pollen from the flowers does not crumble.

Mulching

This action helps reduce weeding. Mulching also supports the fertile properties of strawberries. The optimal period for the procedure is the appearance of the first flowers. This is due to the fact that in early spring the soil should warm up well.

Mulching keeps the ground moist longer and slows down the growth of weeds. The material used is needles, straw, hay, sawdust, fallen leaves or peat.

Wintering

After fruiting, strawberries are prepared for the winter period. Cut off the leaves and mustache, leaving no more than 10 cm of the stem. Before the first snow falls, the plant will have time to grow a few leaves.

The next step is the treatment with chemicals that protect against pests and diseases. After that, potassium-phosphorus top dressing is applied and mulched. Peat is suitable as a winter mulch. Before the onset of cold weather, the plant is watered so that the roots have enough moisture. In cold regions, create a shelter from coniferous branches or stretched spunbond.

Diseases, pests and prevention

The crop is susceptible to diseases and pests. Murano strawberries are no exception. There is no universal remedy for adverse events. Therefore, only a complex of chemicals will help the gardener.

Against powdery mildew use colloidal sulfur. She also fights spider mites. Bordeaux liquid and iron vitriol will relieve rot and spotting. Copper sulfate has proven itself against fungal spores. Among folk remedies, iodine-milk solution, garlic and onion tincture, ash or mustard powder are used.

Plant propagation

Strawberry bushes reproduce in several ways:

• dropping a mustache;
• separation of the child bush from the mother;
• seeds.

A small amount of mustache in the Murano variety requires timely rooting. To do this, it is necessary to sprinkle the process with earth in the garden or place it in a cup. The latter method facilitates the process of separation from the mother bush.

The bush itself grows well and forms young rosettes. After fruiting, strawberries are divided and propagated by separate bushes. Using seeds is not an easy way to breed a variety. He is painstaking in caring for the little sprouts.

Cleaning and storage

Harvesting is carried out a couple of days before true maturity. This helps keep strawberries fresh for several days. Berries are removed from the bush along with a small tail. Otherwise, the fruits will quickly deteriorate. It is best to carry out this procedure after the disappearance of the morning dew or before sunset.

Store crops in wooden or plastic crates. The bottom is covered with a soft cloth or paper. The berries are placed in one layer, after which they are cooled at a temperature of 0 - +2. Berries are frozen or canned.

Murano Strawberry has a good variety description, which is true. The berries are large and fragrant. The bushes are compact, which allows you to arrange more plants in a small area. The variety is unpretentious in care, tolerates short daylight hours and cold climate well.

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