Richard apple tree: variety description and yield characteristics with photo

The most common fruits on Russian territory are, of course, apples. Such popularity in our country is not accidental. After all, what fruit trees are grown without problems? How to get a decent harvest and save for a long time? Apples contain many useful elements that have a beneficial effect on the human body of any age. When choosing a crop variety for planting on the site, it is recommended to take a closer look at the Richard apple tree.

Description and features of the variety

Domestic amateur gardeners do not often prefer this apple tree. Indeed, even with Internet access, it is difficult to find the characteristics of the Richard variety.According to some information, this fruit crop appeared by accident. It was discovered 2 centuries ago in a place located near the German Wittenburg.

If you delve into the chronicle, the variety of apples Richard did not arise by itself. He was brought out by Pastor Klifoth in Kerkhove.

In Russia, this species is known as Richard Yellow. In Germany, apples of this variety are grown on a large scale. The following advantages speak in favor of the choice:

fruits are endowed with excellent taste and juiciness;
the immune system of trees makes it easy to resist various diseases;
crop stored for a long period.

The fruit crop of the Richard variety is characterized by a moderate growth rate, resistance to Russian frosts.

The crown is translucent, tall and spherical. Plants are demanding on the soil. They need heavy, slightly damp soil, as well as air humidity. In addition to these conditions, the site for planting seedlings is chosen so that they are protected from the wind by shrubs and other trees.

If gardeners plan to grow a crop on light and dry land, then it is necessary to carry out an artificial irrigation system to the roots.

Fruits grow of medium size, graceful and symmetrical shape. Sometimes even large specimens come across, in which slight ribbing is noticeable, usually formed from one side. The figure of the fruit is rather conical with a slight truncation.

Attachment of apples to tree branches is not strong. This fact is especially noticeable in autumn, when the fruits fall easily even from a slight breath of wind.

Fruits have the following external features:

presence of thick and short stems;
skin with low aroma, smooth surface and pale yellow color;
appearance of a blush on the side where more sunlight fell;
small seeds

If adverse weather conditions were observed during the summer, the scab may spoil the tree a little.

Chemical composition and application

The characteristics of fruits are not limited to external description only. The pulp of apples is colored in a yellowish hue, has excellent juiciness and a delicate texture. According to tasters, the taste is sweet with a slight spicy aftertaste and slight sourness. Fruit contains a large amount of vitamin C, antioxidants.

Richard apples contain fiber, which stimulates intestinal motility well, and also reduces the risk of developing cancer. In addition, the fruits are used as a prevention of disorders in the cardiovascular system, a dietary product and to stabilize cholesterol levels.

Variety yield

Richard's apples ripen quite amicably. The harvest period is determined for the first half of September. Due to the fact that the fruits easily appear under the tree from any breeze, it is recommended not to delay the period of picking fruit.

In regions located in the southern regions of Russia, it is advisable to start harvesting activities from mid-August. In order not to miscalculate, you can look at the shades of apple peel. If it has brightened and turned slightly yellow, this is a good signal to start picking apples.

The crop is placed in the optimal storage location. With strict adherence to the rules for ensuring the necessary conditions for fruits, fruits are easily stored until November.

Terms of flowering and fruiting

Flowering time - medium early, long. Fruiting at Richard's apple trees comes quite late - 5 years after planting the seedlings. The amount of harvest is moderate. Periodicity in fruit ripening was not observed.

Resistance to frost, diseases and pests

In favorable, not very rainy weather, apple trees are resistant to infections and diseases, including scab. The ability to survive the winter cold is also at a high level.

Good Growing Areas

The apple tree reveals its features in places better suited for Richard variety trees - the central regions of Russia, as well as the southern regions.