Gooseberry Cossachok

Gooseberry Cossachok
The main characteristics of the variety:
  • Authors: K. D. Sergeeva, T. S. Zvyagina, E. Yu. Koveshnikova (All-Russian Research Institute of Horticulture named after I. V. Michurin)
  • Appeared when crossing: from free pollination of the Beshipny-3 variety
  • Year of approval: 2006
  • Growth type: medium-sized
  • Description of the bush: sprawling, medium density
  • Escapes: growing - of medium thickness, straight or slightly curved, light green, with a weak anthocyanin coloration, not pubescent; lignified - thick, light
  • Thorniness: medium
  • Thorns: in knots single, medium length and thickness, straight, light-colored
  • Sheet: medium to large, light green, shiny, not pubescent, with a smooth or slightly wrinkled surface, delicate, concave
  • Spike location: located along the entire length of the shoot, the lower internodes are covered with spines
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Gooseberries can be seen in almost every summer cottage. Most summer residents try to grow unpretentious varieties that bring bountiful harvests. These include the Kazachok variety - the pride of Russian selection.

Breeding history

The mid-early variety was bred less than 15 years ago thanks to the work of a group of breeders of the V.N. I. V. Michurina (K. D. Sergeeva, E. Yu. Koveshnikova and T. S. Zvyagina). This species appeared from free pollination of the Beshipny-3 variety. Added to the State Register of Breeding Achievements of the Russian Federation gooseberry in 2006. Berry bushes are allowed for cultivation on the territory of the Central Black Earth Region.

Description of the variety

Cossack is a medium-sized plant that grows up to 100 cm in height. The gooseberry is characterized by strong spreading of the bushes, moderate thickening of pale green leaves with a glossy surface, upright shoots, dark brown buds deviated from the shoot, and medium thorniness. At the time of flowering, the bushes are densely covered with medium-sized flowers of a faded color.

The berry culture is self-fertile (more than 40%), therefore, it practically does not need additional donor varieties planted nearby. Some gardeners recommend planting multiple varieties, which can increase yields.

Characteristics of berries

Gooseberry Kazachok is a medium-fruited species, the berries of which gain weight in the range of 2.9-4 g. At the stage of technical maturity, the berries are evenly covered with a dark purple color (plum), and in a slightly overripe form they are almost black in color. The shape of the fruit is oval or slightly conical. The peel of the berries is moderately dense with a pronounced waxy bloom and practically no edge. On the surface, thin streaks are noticeable, distinguished by a light color.

The fruit has a universal purpose - gooseberries are eaten fresh, processed into jam, marmalade, frozen, widely used in cooking, compotes are boiled. For long-term transportation and long-term keeping quality, it is recommended to create temperature conditions. At zero temperature, berries are stored for up to 30 days, and in a cool place - up to 15 days.

Taste qualities

The berries have a wonderful, balanced taste. The pulp has a delicate, fine-grained and juicy texture. The taste is equally sour and sweet, complemented by a pleasant dessert aroma. The pulp contains more than 12% sugars, ascorbic acid, pectins and catechins.

Ripening and fruiting

Medium early variety. The bush bears fruit in the second year after planting. Berries ripen en masse from late July to mid-August. Maturation occurs gradually.

Yield

The plant's yield indicators are average. Performing all agricultural techniques, 1 bush can give from 2.1 to 4.2 kg of gooseberries per season. Growing on an industrial scale, you can count on 7.014 tons per hectare.

Landing

You can plant a plant both in spring and autumn.Experienced gardeners recommend planting bushes in late September - early October, so that the root system has time to get stronger before the onset of frost. If planted in spring, then you need to have time before the buds swell. The optimal planting material is considered to be two-year-old shoots with three strengthened shoots. The distance between the seedlings should be at least 100 cm.

Planting shrubs in different seasons has its own pros and cons. In order for a gooseberry to start, you need to know some aspects of planting it. First of all, you need to choose the right planting material, then decide on the landing site and competently prepare the planting pit.

Growing and care

It is recommended to grow gooseberries on a flat and weed-free area with loose, fertile soil, endowed with an average level of acidity. The seedlings need to be protected from strong winds, and sufficient heat and sun should be provided. Groundwater must run far from the root system of plants, otherwise moisture stagnation can negatively affect development.

The berry bush can be propagated by the following methods - vertical and horizontal layering, combined cuttings, dividing the mother bush and arcuate layering.

Comprehensive care of berry bushes consists of a chain of measures: watering, fertilizing on schedule, loosening the soil, rejuvenating and preventive pruning of branches, installing support for bushes, preparing for winter (mulching with sawdust or humus), as well as protection from viruses and insects ...

To prevent the berries from cracking during storage, watering the bush must be stopped a few weeks before harvesting.

In order to rejuvenate the gooseberry bush, give it a neat look, optimize yield and protect it from pests, it must be periodically pruned. There are several types of pruning: anti-aging, sanitary and shaping. Each of them differs in seasonality and frequency.
For feeding gooseberries, both mineral and complex mixtures are well suited. Pure organic, including homemade, can also be recommended.
Although gooseberries are considered to be an unpretentious crop, they also require regular maintenance. Compliance with agrotechnical practices in the autumn-winter period guarantees the duration of fruiting and high yields for the next year, therefore, preparing the gooseberry for winter is an important event.

Disease and pest resistance

The plant has an average immune defense against many diseases and viruses. The cultivar is not exposed to American powdery mildew and spherotec. Spraying with insecticides and fungicides will help protect against other diseases and invasions of harmful insects. The most dangerous insects for gooseberries are gall midges, aphids, spider mites and sawflies.

In order for the gooseberry to produce a good harvest, it is necessary to devote time to disease prevention.

Resistance to adverse climatic conditions

The gooseberry Kazachok is characterized by winter hardiness, the ability to tolerate droughts, heat, temperature changes. Excess moisture and drafts can negatively affect the yield.

One of the positive qualities of a gooseberry is its ease of reproduction. There are a number of methods for creating new bushes from old ones. Planting material is obtained by cuttings, layering and dividing the bush.
Main characteristics
Authors
K. D. Sergeeva, T. S. Zvyagina, E. Yu. Koveshnikova (All-Russian Research Institute of Horticulture named after I. V. Michurin)
Appeared when crossing
from free pollination of the Beshipny-3 variety
Year of approval
2006
Appointment
universal
Average yield
7.014 t / ha (2.1-4.2 kg / bush)
Bush
Growth type
medium-sized
Description of the bush
spreading, medium density
The presence of thorns
with spikes
Thorniness
average
Escapes
growing - of medium thickness, straight or slightly curved, light green, with a weak anthocyanin coloration, not pubescent; lignified - thick, light
Sheet
medium to large, light green, shiny, not pubescent, with a smooth or slightly wrinkled surface, delicate, concave
Thorns
in knots single, medium length and thickness, straight, light-colored
Spike location
located along the entire length of the shoot, the lower internodes are covered with spines
Flowers
medium, elongated, pale
Inflorescence
one-two-flowered
Berries
Berry size
average
Berry weight, g
2,9-4
Berry shape
oval or slightly conical, one-dimensional
Berry color
dark purple, almost black when fully ripe
Skin
medium thickness, hairless, with a waxy bloom, with weak veins, veins are weakly branched, lighter than the main color
Taste
sweet and sour, dessert
Number of seeds
the average
Berry composition
soluble solids -15.1%, total sugars - 12.2%, titratable acidity - 1.9%, ascorbic acid - 32.3-37.4 mg / 100 g, catechins - 265 mg / 100 g, pectins - 0.6%
Tasting assessment
4.8 points
Growing
Self-fertility
good
Winter hardiness
high
Drought tolerance
high
Growing regions
Central Black Earth
Resistant to American powdery mildew
high
Spheroteque resistance
high
Maturation
Ripening terms
mid-early
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