Apple-tree Verbnoe: variety description and main characteristics, pros and cons

Proper selection of fruit trees for growing on your own plot allows you to organize the process in such a way that gardeners will be provided with fresh apples from mid-summer to early spring. An apple tree of the Verbnoye variety is perfect for this purpose, the advantages and disadvantages of which are discussed in this material.

Variety description

The Verbnoe apple tree was bred by Belarusian breeders, employees of the Research Institute of Fruit Growing, by crossing two hybrids - Lavfam and Babushkino. Tree of medium vigor. Fruiting type is ringed. The flowering of the apple tree begins in mid or late May.The fruits ripen by the beginning of September and are stored until the end of March. The variety was developed taking into account the peculiarities of the climate of Central Russia and the Republic of Belarus, therefore it tolerates return frosts and low temperatures during the flowering period.

Note! The description mentions that this type of tree belongs to the spur type. The advantages of these trees include the average density of the crown, which practically does not require pruning.

Pros and cons of apple tree Verbnoe

The main positive characteristic of the variety is its high annual yield. Among the pluses, it should also be noted:

• genetic resistance to scab disease;
• precocity;
• unpretentiousness of trees;
• high frost resistance;
• attractive looking fruit;
• long shelf life.

Among the shortcomings of the Verbnoye apple variety, gardeners note the uneven caliber of the fruit. On the same tree, fruits that differ significantly in size ripen, which affects the commercial value of the crop.

Not all gardeners like the taste of fruits, some find them not sweet enough.

Note! Winter-hardy apples, freshly picked from the branch, have a sour taste. Fruits gain consumer maturity after maturation.

Key Features

Palm was developed for industrial cultivation, but amateur gardeners also appreciated it. Fruit trees provide an excellent harvest with minimal time spent on caring for them. In terms of taste and appearance, the fruits are quite capable of competing with expensive imported fruits.

Apple tree size

The height of fruit trees depends on which rootstock was used for planting. The maximum height that Verbnoe apple trees can reach is five meters, the minimum is 1500 centimeters. The branches that form the crown, under favorable conditions, provide an annual increase of up to one meter.

Frequency of fruiting

The frequency of fruiting trees of this variety is regular. With proper care, regular watering and the absence of adverse external factors, a bountiful harvest is harvested annually. The frequency of fruiting can be affected by weather conditions during the flowering period. Phenomena such as hail or prolonged rains that prevent the bees from flying can significantly reduce the number of ovaries.

Yield and fruit evaluation

Apple trees of the Verbnoe variety are characterized by high yields. When carrying out intensive agronomic activities, up to thirty tons of fruits per hectare can be obtained with a planting pattern of 5x3 meters on a medium-sized rootstock.

Growers harvest their first crop 2-3 years after planting on rootstock 62-396 or 4-5 years if seed stock is used.

Palm apples are quite large, weight ranges from 150 to 300 grams. The color of the fruit is light green or yellow, with a red or raspberry-pink "blush". The peel is dense, with a glossy sheen. The shape of the fruit is flat-round, wide-ribbed. The pulp is juicy, dense, fine-grained, has a greenish tint. The taste is sweet and sour, slightly tart. The fruity aroma is weak. The average score of organoleptic properties is 4 points.

Apple winter hardiness

The resistance of this variety to frost is relative. According to the comments of gardeners, small frosts on the soil that occur in spring do not interfere with the formation of ovaries and do not affect yields. However, the variety is recommended for cultivation in the temperate continental climate zone. The use of rootstock 62-396 or 54-118 allows you to increase frost resistance.

Diseases and pests

Palmwood is resistant to scab, but it is tolerant to other diseases and pests. Therefore, the owner of the site will have to pay attention to preventive measures.

According to gardeners' reviews, Verbnoye apple trees are quite resistant to common diseases such as powdery mildew, common cancer, moniliosis (fruit rot).

Best Growing Regions

As mentioned earlier, the Verbnoe variety is intended for cultivation in temperate latitudes. These include the European territory of the Volga region, Belarus, the North Caucasus. As for the soil for planting, preference is given to black soil and sandy loam.

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