Bagheera currant

Bagheera currant
The main characteristics of the variety:
  • Authors: Zvyagina T.S., Sergeeva K.D. (Federal State Budgetary Scientific Institution I.V.Michurin Federal Scientific Center)
  • Appeared when crossing: Minaj Shmyrev x Bradthorpe
  • Year of approval: 1994
  • Ripening terms: mid-late
  • Growth type: medium-sized
  • Yield: high
  • Appointment: universal
  • Berry weight, g: 1,1-2,3
  • Tasting assessment: 4,5
  • Escapes: medium thickness, straight, light brown, pubescent
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Black currant grows in almost all private areas of the Russian Federation. There are a lot of varieties of such a culture, but there are some that have deserved the special love of gardeners. This is, for example, the Bagheera variety. The majestic name fully justifies itself, because it is very difficult to find flaws in such a currant.

Breeding history

Bagiru was bred in the Federal State Budgetary Scientific Institution of the Federal Scientific Center named after I. V. Michurin. Scientists Zvyagina and Sergeeva worked on the development. To get the variety, they used varieties such as Minai Shmyrev and Bradthorpe. The efforts of the breeders were crowned with success, and already in 1994 the resulting variety was entered in the State Register.

Description of the variety

Bagheera black currant is a medium-sized shrub. The bush is semi-spreading, its diameter is about 200 cm. The shoots of the plant are not very thick, there is no curvature. Their color is light brown, there is a small fluff. With age, the shoots darken, and they are also distinguished by very rapid growth.

The foliage of the bush is impressive. Green leaves usually have 5 lobes. The leaf plates are dull and smooth, the edges of the leaves are wavy. Interestingly, the veins on the plates have a red tint.

The buds of the plant are shaped like an egg, with a sharp tip. During flowering, the culture is strewn with goblet flowers. Their sepals have an interesting green-purple color. Bagheera's brushes are up to 6 cm in length. In each of them, from 4 to 7 black berries are sung.

If we talk about the main advantages of the variety, then they will be as follows:

  • ability to withstand frost and drought;

  • high commercial qualities, the ability to transport without deformations;

  • excellent harvests, good taste;

  • large-fruited;

  • self-pollination ability

The plant has few disadvantages. So, currants are moderately resistant to powdery mildew, and it can also be affected by a kidney mite. Columnar rust is also quite common.

Characteristics of berries

It is clear from the name of the variety that Bagheera produces black berries. They are quite large, they can even weigh more than 2 grams. In shape, the fruits resemble a ball, but they can also be flat-round. The skin covering the berries is not too dense, but it has an attractive glossy shine. The pulp is quite soft, very tender, but not watery, but juicy. Inside is the average number of grains.

Taste qualities

Like most varieties of black currant, Bagheera's fruits are sweet and sour. The berries are very fragrant, and they also have an increased amount of vitamin C. Sugar is from 8.8 to 12.1%, so the berries can be used by those who follow a diet. Taste rating - 4.5 points.

Ripening and fruiting

Bagheera is a medium-late, early-growing variety. The berries ripen at the same time, which makes it easier for the gardener. Removal from the bush is carried out from late July to early August.

The fruiting of currants depends on the variety, on the region in which it grows, what is the care for it, whether all agrotechnical measures are followed. In black currant, flower buds form on branches that are one year old. So the first small crop can be harvested the next year after planting. Full fruiting begins from the third year of the shrub's life.

Yield

In addition to other advantages, Bagheera is also high-yielding. So, one bush will give 3.6 kg of berries, and a hectare - as much as 12 tons.

Growing regions

It is best to cultivate the described variety in Western and Eastern Siberia, the Urals, the Middle Volga. And also the Volgo-Vyatka and North-West regions are suitable for cultivation.

Self-fertility and the need for pollinators

The self-fertility rate of Bagira is 67%, which means that in general she does not need pollinators. But the amount of the harvest can be increased. To do this, you need to plant near those varieties of black currant that bloom simultaneously with Bagheera.

Landing

Bagheera is planted either in early spring or late in autumn. If the spring period is selected, the planting holes are harvested in the fall, and if the autumn period, then a month before the seedling is placed in the ground.

The place must be chosen responsibly. Direct sunlight is contraindicated for the culture, since it is prone to foliage burns. The presence of winds is also not the best solution, as well as groundwater located near the soil surface. The substrate for Bagheera should be fertile. Good options are sandy loam and loam with neutral acidity. Bushes will not grow on heavy soil.

Bagheera seedlings adapt best to new conditions if their age does not exceed two years. The branches of healthy specimens are flexible and green, and there are no deformations on the roots. The roots should be a maximum of 0.2 m long. Before planting, they can be soaked in water with a growth promoter.

Planting technology looks the same as in the case of any other currant. However, you need to pay attention to the landing pattern. So, the distance between the bushes in a row is 150 cm, and between the rows themselves is 200 cm.

Not a single garden plot can do without currants. This fragrant and healthy berry is very popular. When planting currants, you need to take into account many factors and nuances. It is necessary to choose the right planting material, determine the location, and competently prepare the soil.

Growing and care

Bagheera is usually unassuming in grooming. Therefore, it does not look very complicated. In warm weather, the bush is watered once a week, if the summer is too hot, then 2 times. At the same time, 5 buckets are poured per square meter of earth. Irrigation is carried out only in the evening.

They begin to feed only for 3 years. In autumn and early spring, the soil next to each bush is mixed with 5 kilograms of compost and urea (40 grams). In mid-spring, plants can be fertilized with a solution of bird droppings. As soon as the crop is harvested, each bush should receive 50 grams of superphosphate and 20 grams of potassium sulfate.

Sanitary pruning is required for bushes. It is best done with a formative one. It will take about 5 years to form a bush, only after that it will take the desired shape. After five years of age, it remains only to carry out anti-aging pruning in order to increase the yield and extend the life of the bush.

The most important step in caring for currants is the correct moisture of the crop throughout the growing season. Due to errors in watering, you can lose most of the crop and get small and tasteless berries.
Pruning is an indispensable element of caring for any fruit shrubs, including currants. If you carry out this agrotechnical procedure at the optimal time and do it correctly and regularly, the result will not slow down to affect the quality and quantity of berries grown.
Competent preparation of currants for winter is the key to a good harvest for next year. Autumn care for currants and preparation for cold weather includes the following stages: pruning, watering, feeding, treatment from diseases and pests, shelter.
In the process of growing currants, timely feeding is an important part of care. Organic and mineral elements are necessary not only for the harmonious growth of the bush, but also for the formation of the crop. During the entire growing season, the plant needs different substances, which is important to consider when choosing a fertilizer.

Disease and pest resistance

The variety is relatively resistant to anthracnose and is very worthy of resistance to spider mites. But, as already mentioned, it can get sick with powdery mildew and columnar rust. To prevent such troubles, the plants must be properly watered. A large amount of water is even worse than a lack of it. In addition, it is always better to play it safe and spray the bushes with Fitosporin or Bordeaux liquid in advance.

As for the kidney mite, it may well infect the culture at different stages of the growing season. If this is an annual phenomenon, then it is recommended to use acaricides even before flowering. Prevention can also be carried out with garlic. To do this, pour 150 grams of the chopped product with a bucket of water and leave for about 8 hours. The treatment is carried out by spraying.

Currant is one of the most favorite crops of gardeners, it can be found on almost any personal plot. In order for the currant berries to be tasty and large, and the bush itself to be healthy and strong, you should properly care for, treat and protect the plant from harmful insects. It is important to recognize the signs of the disease in a timely manner and begin treatment in the early stages of plant damage.

Resistance to adverse climatic conditions

Plants tolerate heat and drought very well. They are very hardy. Shelter for the winter is needed only for young specimens. It is also highly recommended to organize it if the winter promises to be with little snow.

If there is a need to increase the size of the plantings of currants or to rejuvenate the shrub, then you can propagate the currants yourself. You can propagate currants in different ways: green cuttings, lignified cuttings and layering. Each of the procedures is a vegetative propagation of currants and allows you to get full-fledged seedlings without much effort.

Review overview

Gardeners from all regions of the Russian Federation are very fond of Bagira. Thanks to easy planting and minimal maintenance, the variety will be able to grow even for those who first took up this business. Summer residents note the large size of the fruits, as well as their rich taste. Positive emotions are also caused by the fact that the variety can be grown without the participation of pollinators. However, gardeners also take into account the likelihood of diseases, therefore their main recommendation is preventive treatments.

Main characteristics
Authors
Zvyagina T.S., Sergeeva K.D. (Federal State Budgetary Scientific Institution I.V. Michurin Federal Scientific Center)
Appeared when crossing
Minaj Shmyrev x Bradthorpe
Year of approval
1994
View
black
Appointment
universal
Yield
high
Average yield
12.0 t / ha (3.6 kg / bush)
Transportability
good
Marketability
high
Bush
Growth type
medium-sized
Description of the bush
semi-spreading, densely leafy
Escapes
medium thickness, straight, light brown, pubescent
Sheet
five-lobed, medium, green and light green, the plate is glabrous, matte, leathery, smooth, convex, the edge is wavy
Flowers
medium, goblet, with a weakly pronounced ridge, sepals are green-purple, unclosed, bent arcuate
Brush
medium and short, medium density
Brush, cm
3-6
Number of berries in a brush, pcs
4-7
Berries
Berry color
black
Berry size
large
Berry weight, g
1,1-2,3
Berry shape
rounded or flat-round
Skin
shiny, not very dense
Taste
sweet and sour
Berry aroma
saturated
Berry composition
vitamin C - 122-145 mg%, soluble solids - 17.1-20.7%, the amount of sugars - 8.8-12.1%, titratable acidity - 2.7-3.6%, ascorbic acid - 154 , 8-191.5 mg / 100 g, P-active substances - 1132.0 mg / 100 g
Separation of berries
dry
Seeds, quantity
the average
Pulp
tender, juicy, soft
Pectin substances,%
1,2
Tasting assessment
4,5
Growing
Self-fertility
self-fertile
Self-fertility,%
67
Winter hardiness
high
Sprinkling of berries
weak
Drought tolerance
high
Heat resistance
high
Growing regions
West Siberian, East Siberian, Ural, Middle Volga, Volgo-Vyatka, North-West
Suitability for mechanized harvesting
Yes
Powdery mildew resistant
average
Anthracnose resistance
relatively stable
Kidney mite resistance
receptive
Spider mite resistance
steady
Columnar resistance
amazed
Maturation
Ripening terms
mid-late
Fruiting period
from late July - early August
Early maturity
early
Maturation features
amicable
Reviews
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