Currant venus

Currant venus
The main characteristics of the variety:
  • Authors: Ilyin V.S., Ilyina N.A. (FGBNU Ural Federal Agrarian Research Center of the Ural Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences)
  • Appeared when crossing: Bradthorpe x Dove Seedling
  • Year of approval: 2004
  • Ripening terms: average ripening
  • Growth type: medium-sized
  • Yield: high
  • Appointment: technical
  • Berry weight, g: 2,2-5,7
  • Tasting assessment: 5
  • Escapes: medium, curved, light green, with a pink bloom on the upper third, not pubescent
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Venus can become a favorite currant in a wide variety of areas. But first you have to study it thoroughly and plant it correctly. And then - to comply with the basic requirements for caring for growing.

Breeding history

The plant was created at the Ural Agricultural Research Center. The breeders V.S.Ilyin and N.A.Ilyina worked on it. To obtain a new culture, Bradthorpe and Dove Seedling were crossed. The new currant was officially registered in 2004.

Description of the variety

It should be pointed out right away that this is a classic black currant. It is intended primarily for technical breeding. Venus forms medium-sized shrubs with moderate spreading. Low density is typical for them. Light green shoots of medium length are noticeably bent.

The upper third of the shoots is covered with a characteristic pink bloom. Pubescence for these very shoots is uncharacteristic. The large leaves have 5 lobes. Their teeth are sharpened, and the edge for foliage is atypical. The length of the brushes reaches 4.5-7 cm; from 7 to 11 fruits are formed in their composition.

Characteristics of berries

The fruits of Venus are always colored black. They are very large and can weigh between 2.2 and 5.7 grams. The rounded shape is most typical. Dry separation is also characteristic of berries. On the whole, the external impression is favorable.

Taste qualities

Typical for this variety is the sweet taste of the dessert type. The thin peel does not fundamentally affect the perception of the fruit. The gastronomic impression is greatly enhanced by the pronounced aroma. The share of sugars accounts for 7.2% by weight, but the intake of acids reaches 2.9%, which is more than that of many other varieties. The general tasting examination gave a verdict of 5 points; it is also worth noting that the increased acidity is largely justified by the increased concentration of ascorbic acid.

Ripening and fruiting

Venus currant belongs to the varieties of average development. Some sources indicate that this is a medium late plant. There is no need to rely on the simultaneous ripening of berries - they are therefore removed in 2 or 3 doses. Usually, harvest is reached by mid-August. This culture gives almost no reason for complaints about early maturity.

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

The plant is characterized by increased efficiency. The average harvest, according to some reports, reaches 70 centners per hectare. For others - 86 centners.The highest recorded value is estimated at 170 centners per hectare. The collection from the bush is 2.1-2.5 kg.

Growing regions

Officially, Venus was zoned in the Urals. Therefore, it is confidently developing in the conditions of this difficult region. However, you can try to breed such a culture in areas with a more favorable climate. But such attempts remain at the peril and risk of the gardeners themselves.

Self-fertility and the need for pollinators

Venus currant is practically self-fertile. The coefficient of autonomous fruit formation is 56.3%. Therefore, the presence of pollinating bushes is useful, but not critical - unless the goal is to achieve maximum efficiency, and the emphasis is on ease of cultivation.

Landing

Venus currants should be planted on a flat area. As a last resort, a place with a slight slope is suitable. Lands with well-structured and well-drained soil are preferred. It is necessary to avoid all areas where groundwater comes closer than 1 m to the surface. Optimal south and south-west side with:

  • soddy podzol;

  • loam;

  • gray forest land.

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

It is necessary to water Venus regularly - it responds positively to moistening the earth. The first irrigation is carried out at the time of active growing season. Further, watering is carried out every 14 days, using 20 liters of water under the bush. When the fruits begin to ripen, irrigation will have to be stopped. In the spring, nitrogenous fertilizers are applied, and in the fall, organic matter is poultry or cattle manure.

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

Here the situation is as follows:

  • powdery mildew does not affect this plant;

  • anthracnose sometimes poses some danger;

  • resistance to damage by septoria and kidney mites is at an average level.

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

The variety has a decent winter hardiness. But his resistance to drought is higher than protection from the cold. Therefore, shelter for the winter, especially for young bushes in difficult seasons, is extremely useful.However, neglecting plant support on hot days is also not very wise.

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.
Main characteristics
Authors
Ilyin V.S., Ilyina N.A. (FGBNU Ural Federal Agrarian Research Center of the Ural Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences)
Appeared when crossing
Bradthorpe x Dove Seedling
Year of approval
2004
View
black
Appointment
technical
Yield
high
Average yield
86 kg / ha, 7 t / ha
Maximum yield
17 t / ha (2.1-5.1 kg / bush)
Bush
Growth type
medium-sized
Description of the bush
medium spreading, medium density
Escapes
medium, curved, light green, with a pink bloom on the upper third, not pubescent
Sheet
large, five-lobed, sharp teeth, green, slightly shiny, medium wrinkled, not pubescent
Flowers
large, light pink
Brush
medium length, solitary, medium or thick axis, light green or pinkish, curved, not pubescent
Brush, cm
4,5-7
Number of berries in a brush, pcs
7-11
Berries
Berry color
black
Berry size
very large
Berry weight, g
2,2-5,7
Berry shape
rounded
Skin
thin
Taste
sweet, dessert
Berry aroma
expressed
Berry composition
sugar - 7.2%, acid - 2.9%, vitamin "C" - 95 mg /%
Separation of berries
dry
Tasting assessment
5
Growing
Self-fertility
highly self-fertile
Self-fertility,%
56,3
Winter hardiness
good
Drought tolerance
high
Growing regions
Ural
Powdery mildew resistant
not amazed
Anthracnose resistance
susceptible
Septoria resistance
medium resistant
Kidney mite resistance
medium resistant
Maturation
Ripening terms
average ripening
Early maturity
early
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