Sinilga plum

Sinilga plum can become a faithful companion of many gardeners for many years. However, this is precisely why its features must be studied very carefully. Lack of attention to such details sometimes turns into very unpleasant consequences.

Sinilga was created at the Lisavenko Scientific Research Institute of Nuclear Research. There is no more information about breeding in the official description.

This is a typical home culture. It forms medium-sized (up to 4 m) trees. In their upper part, a pyramidal crown is formed. Characteristic is the gray-brown color of the bark. The light green leaves of this tree are elongated and medium in size, with a jagged edge; brown buds resemble a cylinder in shape, and small flowers are painted in a white tone. The inflorescence may contain 5, 6 or 7 flowers.

Sinilga berries are medium to large in size. Their usual mass is 20-30 g. In shape, such a fruit is close to a simple circle. The bone is separated from the pulp without any problems. The surface is characterized by a traditional plum color.

The description notes the dessert type of taste in this culture. She is generally sweet. But there is also a slight sour note. This supplement does not create an unpleasant experience. It is also worth noting that Sinilga's pulp is dense and somewhat dry.

This type of plum belongs to the early category. It begins to bear fruit on August 10-15. Usually it is possible to harvest the crop annually. The only exceptions are obviously sick and weak trees, as well as areas with insufficient nutrient content. But all these factors are completely subject to the efforts of gardeners.

The average productivity of 1 tree can range from 20 to 35 kg. The specific indicator largely depends on the growing conditions. At the same time, it is necessary to emphasize also the relevance of the efforts that gardeners are making. Often it is because of them that it turns out or does not work to achieve the optimal result. In difficult cases, it is more correct to consult with experienced people or agronomists.

This variety is zoned in Siberia. Therefore, even in areas with a complex and ambiguous climate, it manifests itself from the best side. With caution, Sinilga can be recommended for areas with more favorable weather conditions. Be sure to take into account the peculiarities of specific seasons. With a skillful approach, successes are achieved in almost any area of ​​our country.

The culture is 100% self-fertile. She will hardly be able to do without enhanced pollination. As pollinators, it is permissible to use any other variety with a close development period.

Like other plums, it is advisable to plant Sinilga on the south side of the garden, in well-lit areas. If these requirements in fact contradict each other, the intensity of sunlight should be preferred. The distance between seedlings should be 1.5-2 m. It is preferable to use annual seedlings, because their root system suffers less during planting. If the roots are damaged, they must be pruned by 50%, otherwise (if everything is in order) 1/3 pruning is recommended.

In the southern regions of Russia, autumn planting is permissible. But in the middle lane and to the north, preference should be given to spring planting procedures. From the very beginning, potassium and superphosphate are laid in the pit. During a dry summer, watering should be carried out 1 time in 14 days, sometimes more often. The main part of the plum skeleton should be formed by 5-6 years; it is more correct to combine the spring formation of the crown with the disposal of diseased and injured branches.

The soil should be improved before planting. The best way to do this is to add 10 kg of humus for every square meter. If possible, one should focus on the black earth lands. Areas with high acidity are unacceptable. If Sinilga is planted in the spring, it is imperative to wait for the ground to warm up and use a support stake from the very beginning.

Top dressing is required three times during the growing season. In the spring months, a potassium nitrate solution is used. Dissolved ammonium nitrate is used in summer. With the onset of autumn, feeding with superphosphate is carried out. Potent formulations are used only as a last resort, necessarily protecting the roots.

At each watering, use 20 liters of water. The best time for such a procedure is in the evening or early morning hours. After each watering, the trunk circle must be loosened by all means. They do the same after every rain. The land is mulched with peat or sawdust; weeding is carried out as needed.

In temperate latitudes and in the North Caucasus, Sinilga winters without shelter. But already at the latitude of Tula, it is recommended to protect it from the cold before the onset of winter. Young plants are hidden inside cardboard boxes, having previously tied their branches. It is advised to whitewash the trunk and wrap it with roofing material. With a large distribution of rodents, such protection is reinforced with a steel or polymer mesh.

Suppliers of planting material insist on the high resistance of the variety to negative external influences, including plant diseases. But you shouldn't rely too much on their words.Gardeners who carry out timely preventive treatment will only benefit in the end. The danger can be:

• root rot;

• perforated spotting;

• moth;

• aphid.

Gardeners and summer residents note that Sinilga can produce very large fruits. They are suitable both for fresh consumption and for various preparations. The taste of the harvest meets expectations. At the same time, which is important, such a plant is also unpretentious. Problems with its cultivation usually do not arise.