Paper apple tree: description and characteristics of the variety, types and yield

For the optimal organization of the garden, the correct selection of varieties of fruit trees is important. Apple trees occupy not the last place in the list of mandatory components of any suburban area. The paper apple tree has an unusual name, but it is one of the best varieties, the fruits of which ripen in summer. The material discusses the features of the apple tree, advantages and disadvantages, and other related points.

Description and features of the variety

The variety description given in the botanical reference book contains the following information:

• tree of medium height with a wide rounded crown;
• deep root system, extending to a depth of one meter;
• fruit size - medium, up to one hundred grams, almost always white, they are slightly sour in taste, the pulp is characterized by a delicate structure and juiciness, retains good taste for a long time;
• in a cool summer, the fruits ripen in August. Bears fruit annually;
• apple tree is resistant to frost and various diseases.

For reference! The apple tree belongs to the Rosaceae family, which has about fifty species.

History of breeding apple trees Paper

The variety was bred for the climatic conditions of the Vologda region by two breeders P.I. Lavrik and L.A. Zhmurko. The researchers set a goal to achieve the fastest ripening of fruits in the conditions of a short summer, characteristic of the specified area.The seeds of the Borovinka variety were used as the basis.

What are the varieties?

These apple trees are self-fertile, therefore, in order to form an ovary, cross-pollination is required with nearby trees of a similar flowering period.

The apple tree has a subspecies - Paper Ranet, so it is necessary to clearly understand the differences when choosing a seedling for a home garden, so as not to be mistaken.

Ranet

The origin of the Paper Ranet is unknown. It is cultivated mainly in the Krasnodar Territory. Unlike Paper, its fruits ripen a month later - in September, the tree is less resistant to cold winter conditions and is prone to scab and other diseases. Yellow apples with a characteristic red blush, juicy, sweet and sour taste, able to retain their taste until spring.

What are the advantages and disadvantages?

The variety is characterized by the following advantages:

• high fertility that persists every year;
• resistance to fungal diseases;
• ability to withstand the harsh climatic conditions of a cold winter;
• early fruit ripening and high palatability;
• long keeping apples (for the whole winter);
• relatively compact tree.

One of the main drawbacks is the fragility of the branches, which is a problem in strong winds.

Planting and growing conditions

The landing site is chosen to be protected from the cold north wind. A hole is dug to a depth of ninety centimeters, with a diameter of about one meter. The main condition is that the size of the planting hole must exceed the size of an adult tree.

The base of the pit is loosened at a depth of up to twenty centimeters, then it is covered with a fertile layer of soil, and the necessary mineral and organic fertilizers are applied. The applied fertilizers are mixed with loosened soil, and a mound is formed in the center. After that, the land is left for a couple of weeks, only then they start planting.

The seedling is pre-soaked in water for a day to restore the lost moisture in the root system. A wooden rod is placed in the center of the formed mound to form a seedling support. Planting is carried out by two people: one sets the tree in the center of the mound, the second straightens the roots and sprinkles them with earth. The depth of the seedling is five centimeters from the rootstock. If this is not observed, its own root system will begin to form, and the benefits of the variety will be lost.

As you pour, the soil is tightly trampled down.After planting, the tree is fixed with twine to a wooden support. Watering is carried out as the soil absorbs moisture - about one hundred and fifty liters. From above, the soil is mulched with the addition of humus or peat. After a week, watering is repeated.

In the initial couple of years after planting, it is necessary to weed the near-stem zone and carry out regular watering - monthly. Water consumption is determined by the age of the apple tree - by the number of buckets for each year.

An adult plant requires at least four heavy waterings per season:

• early spring, before bud break;
• twenty days after the end of flowering;
• one month before harvest;
• when autumn leaves fall.

It is not recommended to water during harvest to prevent cracking of the fruit and to ensure the shelf life of apples.

Yield and frequency of fruiting

The apple tree consistently produces a high yield. From an adult tree - from eighty kilograms or more. Fruiting is regular, the yield does not decrease from year to year.

The first fruits are tied four years after planting. To ensure a stable harvest annually, the number of ovaries is manually adjusted, and the excess ones are removed. Ripening time - from the twentieth of August to mid-September.

Cold hardiness and disease resistance

Paper was bred for growing in cold winter conditions. The variety is able to withstand long winter frosts. When cold weather sets in below thirty degrees, the crown is wrapped up to avoid damage. With heavy snowfall, snow is cleared from the crown to prevent branches from breaking off.

Apple tree is resistant to scab and powdery mildew, but susceptible to fruit rot - one of the few diseases that are dangerous to the crop.

Best Growing Regions

The most suitable conditions for growing a crop are the Moscow region, the Leningrad region and the Volga region, based on the qualities planned when breeding a variety.

As can be seen from the presented material, the Paper apple tree is a wonderful variety characterized by high fertility, resistance to frost and disease, and excellent fruit taste.

But, when choosing such a seedling, it is important to take into account local climatic conditions - how suitable they are for this crop.

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