Apple tree Anis: description of the hybrid variety and subspecies, cultivation and care with photo

Apple variety Anis is considered one of the most common in Russia. The hybrid is grown everywhere, and its main advantage is the taste of apples.

History of selection

It is not known exactly when Anis was bred. But now in many areas there are a large number of varieties of Anise. The hybrid is especially common in the Volga region.

External characteristics of the variety

Before buying a seedling, you need to study the characteristics of the tree. First of all - the height of the trunk and the width of the crown.

Height

The height of the tree is average. The apple tree grows up to 4 m. Depending on the variety, the height of Anis may vary.

Crown width

Krone of medium density. If you do not follow the growth of the crown, in a few years it will grow so much that it will interfere with other plants.

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The description of the type of apple tree includes technical characteristics. For example, winter hardiness, disease immunity and pollination.

Frost resistance

Winter hardiness is high. There are cases when Anis apple trees survived frosts down to -40 degrees.

Immunity to diseases

Medium disease resistance. Anise is prone to scab and powdery mildew.

Self-fertility

Anise is a self-fertile variety, so it is not necessary to plant pollinating apple trees nearby.

Pollination

Despite the fact that Anis does not need pollinator plants in the neighborhood, you can increase pollination by planting the following varieties nearby:

• Borovinka;
• Bellefleur Chinese;
• July Chernenko.

The distance between apple trees should not be less than 4 m.

Crop quantity

The yield is high. The older the tree, the more yield it gives. On average, up to 100 kg of fruits are harvested from Anise.

Taste and appearance of the fruit

Apples weighing up to 100 g. The pulp is juicy, sweet, with a slight sour taste. The peel is thin, red in color with rich scarlet stripes. Anise apple is very fragrant and delicious.

The lifespan of a tree

Anise's lifespan is about 40 years. Unlike most apple varieties, Anise's peak yields begin after 20 years of life.

Optimal landing area

The hybrid grows best in the Volga region. Many varieties are grown in Saratov, Penza, Astrakhan and Volgograd. But the hybrid is also suitable for other regions.

Pros and Cons of Anise

The advantages of a hybrid include:

• yield;
• tree lifespan;
• taste of fruits;
• frost resistance.

Among the shortcomings are the small size of apples. Otherwise, the hybrid has no significant drawbacks.

How and where to plant an apple tree

Many gardeners neglect this point, and then complain that their seedlings do not take root. Planting a seedling is one of the most crucial moments.

Good time to disembark

The most favorable period for planting seedlings is autumn. The advantage of autumn planting is that during the winter the seedling will have time to take root in a new place. And in the spring, with renewed vigor, it will begin to grow actively.

Soil composition

Anise is undemanding to the composition of the soil. The seedling grows well on light fertile soils. It is better to plant an apple tree on black earth, loamy or sandy soil.

Choosing a location on the site

It is best to plant an apple tree seedling in the sunny part of the site. Or at the very least, in partial shade. In the shade, the tree will grow poorly, the harvest will be poor, and the fruits will be sour. The distance between other fruit trees is left at least 3 m.

Seating chart

Before planting a seedling in a permanent place, the rhizome is dipped into a liquid solution of clay.2 weeks before planting, they dig a hole 1 m deep and 80 cm wide. The topsoil is mixed with manure and wood ash and the bottom is covered with it. A stake is driven into the center. After 2 weeks, they start landing. A seedling is placed in the center of the pit, buried in soil. Near the trunk, the earth is lightly tamped. The trunk is tied to a stake. At the end of planting, the seedling is abundantly watered with warm water.

Care for young and adult apple trees

Thanks to the organization of tree care, you can significantly increase the yield. First of all, it is important to pay attention to watering, application of mineral and organic fertilizers and crown formation.

Irrigation

You can not water the apple tree often. Four times a season is enough.

• Water the plant for the first time during bud formation.
• Second time - during flowering.
• The third watering is carried out during the period of apple filling.
• The last time the soil is moistened in the fall, before preparing the plant for winter.

One adult tree takes from 2 to 5 buckets of water. You need to water only with warm water. If you water an apple tree with cold water, it starts to get sick with fungal diseases.

Foliar and root fertilizer

In the first half of the season, nitrogen, urea, ammonium sulfate, ammonium nitrate are added to the soil under the root. From organic matter, the apple tree is fed with manure, bird droppings and peat. All these top dressings are brought under the root. In the second half of the season, the apple tree needs phosphorus and potassium.

Besides, the same organic fertilizers are used.

The first feeding is carried out after the leaves open. The second time fertilizers are applied during the formation of buds.Then, when the apple tree begins to bloom. It is also important to feed the plants during fruiting. From foliar dressings, superphosphate and mineral fertilizers are used. Top dressing is diluted in water, and then sprayed on the tree. Foliar top dressing is carried out several times with breaks of 2 weeks.

Crown formation

Spring pruning is aimed at rejuvenating the tree. Pruned young shoots, part of the upper branches. Leave only 3-5 skeletal branches. Places of cuts are treated with potassium permanganate or brilliant green. Dry and damaged branches are cut in autumn.

Prevention and control of pests and diseases

In order to prevent insects and diseases, plants are sprayed with Bordeaux liquid, iron sulfate or biological products.

From folk methods, spraying with soapy water is effective.

Sheltering and preparing for winter

It is not necessary to cover the apple tree for the winter. But it’s worth mulching the soil around the trunk. For mulching use peat, straw or sawdust. The thickness of the mulch is at least 15 cm. You also need to cover the lower part of the trunk with durable material. Very often in winter, mice gnaw on the bark of an apple tree.

Varieties and description of subspecies

There are several varieties of Anise. Each variety has a number of characteristics.

Striped

Characterized by a spreading crown. The fruits are rounded. The yield is high. Apples are medium in size, weight ranges from 70 to 95 g. The fruits lend themselves well to transportation and lie for a long time after harvest.

Sverdlovsk

Relates to late varieties. Fruiting occurs 2-3 years after planting the seedling. The peel of the fruit is yellow with a red blush. The average weight of apples is 100 g. High winter hardiness and yield.

Purple

Distinguished by large fruits of a rich purple hue.

Pink

The characteristics are not much different from Anise ordinary.

Scarlet

The tree is tall, the crown is spreading. Green apples with a scarlet blush. The taste of the pulp is sweet and sour with a rich apple flavor. The crop ripens in the second half of August.

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