Grapes Krasen: description and characteristics of the variety, history of selection and cultivation

Difficulties in growing grapes on the site have long been in the past. Breeders breed varieties that require little to no care. Krasen is a grape familiar to summer residents due to its characteristics: high yield, lack of seeds, high immunity.

Description of the Krasen grape variety

Dachnik before planting a new variety should study the description of the species. This information will help to avoid mistakes when growing plants. In addition, to understand whether the variety suits the preferences and requests of the family.

History of selection

Derived at the Scientific Institute of Vine and Wine Magarach. Y alta scientists have combined types of culture with positive characteristics.

Hybrid of two varieties:

Super-early Magarach;
Magarachinsky Antey.

The variety has adopted all the positive characteristics from its parents. They are the virtues of Krasen grapes.

Appearance

There are many brushes on the bush, the berries are close to each other. The appearance of the clusters is attractive. For this reason, the variety is often grown for sale. The average weight of the brush is 500-700 g. The berries themselves are blue, the skin is thin, but strong. The juice of the grapes is a rich dark color. The taste is complex. Inside, there are nascent bones that are not felt at all while eating.

Krasen' grapes are capable of producing two bunches on one vine. The shoots are powerful, the buds are blooming well. Fertility is annual. The yield depends on the formation of the bush.

Pros and cons of the variety

Having a large number of positive characteristics allows the variety to become a favorite on the site. Those who have already received the first harvest will definitely recommend the variety to their friends.

Dignity:

high yield;
drought tolerance;
undemanding to the composition of the soil;
unpretentiousness;
stable, annual harvest;
universality of use;
no bones;
suitable for commercial cultivation;
long stored and transferring.

Flaws:

demanding tight shaping;
variety susceptible to powdery mildew.

The listed properties depend on the technology of planting and growing. Properly planted plants will yield more.

Characterize the variety

The summer resident selects a variety that fits all requirements. Each gardener has their own. Therefore, it is necessary to study the characteristics of the species before planting plants on the site.

Increased yield

Powerful shoots of Krasen grapes withstand the maximum weight of the brushes. With proper formation, the gardener gets an excellent harvest. Polarity significantly affects the volume of the crop. Therefore, powerful shoots are tied in the lowest tier.

Seedless berry

Krasen is compared with sultanas. It has almost the same characteristics. In some berries of the cluster, rudiments of seeds no larger than 1 mm in size are observed. But they are absolutely not felt while eating. Thanks to this, the variety has become universal in use.

High frost resistance

An important sign for residents of regions with severe winters. Krasen grapes can withstand temperatures down to -26 ⁰С. Even frozen buds are able to produce a crop, the brush is formed as usual, without defects.

Pest and disease resistance

High degree of disease resistance makes the variety especially popular. Field he alth increases the chance of a high harvest.

Blush resistant to:

mildew;
oidium;
gray rot;
root phylloxera.

Prophylactic treatment is required against other diseases. Fruits are immune to attacks:

os;
hornets;
and other pests.

Compliance with the rules of planting and growing is the prevention of diseases.

Planting seedlings

Planting is done in the spring, as grapes are a heat-loving plant. The pit has been prepared since autumn. Its depth depends on the length of the roots of the seedlings. A drainage layer is built at the bottom. Then a layer of fertile soil is poured, mixed with organic matter and complex mineral fertilizers.

Seedlings are sprinkled with earth and watered abundantly. To improve rooting, a few hours before planting, put the seedlings in a solution that stimulates root growth.

Growing technique

After the plants are planted, it is necessary to properly care for them. This will allow you to grow strong plants that produce an annual harvest.

Pruning bushes

The formation must be compact. Plants have a pronounced polarity, so gardeners recommend growing Krasen grapes on a trellis. Try to lower the growing points of powerful shoots to the lower tier.

Irrigation

Due to drought resistance, the variety is practically not picky about watering. Young seedlings are watered 2-3 times per season. Limit the flow of moisture only during the fruiting period to avoid cracking the berries.

The last watering during the preparation of plants for winter. Over time, it becomes the only one for an adult plant of the Krasen grape variety.

Fertilize and feed

The need for nutrients depends on the composition of the soil. For the first time, the bushes have enough of the fertilizer that was applied before planting. When the plants begin to bloom, they are fed with organic matter and mineral fertilizers, alternating them to avoid addiction.

Treatment

It is better to carry out timely prevention than to treat plant diseases. The high immunity of Krasen grapes allows you to process plants 2 times per season: in spring and autumn.

Pest control

Krasen is a grape that is not afraid of pests. Therefore, special treatments are not necessary. To be sure, gardeners carry out spring preventive treatments.

Maturation and fruiting

Ready to eat grapes in late August or early September. The term depends on the climatic features of the region. Fruiting is uniform, the brushes are removed immediately.

Preparing the vine for winter

In the southern regions, this grape variety is grown as a non-covering one. In colder, northern areas, gardeners recommend sheltering the vine for the winter. They use special material or straw mats for this purpose.

Spring work

With the advent of the warm season, the grapes are freed from shelters, watered. Then they are tied up on a trellis and sprayed from pests and diseases. The final stage is feeding the bushes. Use organic or complex mineral fertilizers. To conserve moisture and reduce weeds, gardeners mulch the ground around the bush.

Harvest: collection, storage, recipes and winemaking

Harvest immediately after ripening. The versatility of using fruits allows you to make from it:

compotes;
jam;
juices;
drinks;
jams;
wine.

Krasen' grapes were especially popular among winemakers. The resulting wine has excellent taste characteristics, smell and color.

Regions suitable for cultivation

The distribution of the variety is very wide. Krasen grapes are suitable for cultivation throughout Russia, Ukraine and in the nearest neighboring states. Krasen grapes are respected and in demand among summer residents.