Bogatyrskaya plum is one of the best varieties of crops with a high yield. With proper care from one plant, about 80 kg of tasty and ripe fruits can be collected per season. Frost resistance makes the variety suitable for growing in northern regions.
Plum variety "Bogatyrskaya"
the fruits of the Bogatyrskaya plum have a delicate, juicy taste, with a honey flavor
Plum variety "Bogatyrskaya" is unpretentious and fruitful
Description of plum Bogatyrskaya
Trees are considered tall, however, this is only until the fruiting period. As soon as the plum begins to form fruits, it stops growing and is considered a medium layer.
The density of the crown is not wide with sprawling branches. A gray bark is formed around the branches in the center, it seems as if it is peeling. An angle appears between the branches and the trunk. Branches of a pale shade with a slight curvature. Shoots of a tree of gray color, the shoots are not thick, but strong. The kidneys are located on islets.
The leaves of the Bogatyr plum are unusual: on the one hand they are dark green, on the other light. The fruits are large, the mass of one is about 40 g. Color is purple, shape is a long oval. A waxy layer appears on the drain. The abdominal suture is invisible. The pulp is yellow-green in color, dense, tender with a sweet taste. The stone is small, occupies about 9% of the total weight of the fetus.
Breeding history
Homeland - Volgograd region of the Russian Federation, the variety was bred in a special laboratory. The institution specializes in the creation of new types of fruits and vegetables.
The place of appearance of the Bogatyrskaya plum variety is the Dubovsky stronghold. Breeding activities were headed by V.A.Korneev. After a while, the scientist transferred his powers to his son. It was thanks to these two breeders that the Bogatyrskaya plum variety was born.
Variety characteristics
Plum Bogatyrskaya is a low tree, reaches a maximum of 4 m. It is very popular among gardeners due to its delicious fruits and ease of care.
Frost and drought resistance
The tree may suffer a slight drought, but will die without watering. He tolerates frosts and cold winds easily; he does not need special shelters for the winter. Due to its high cold resistance, plums are planted and grown in the northern regions.
Pollinators of plum Bogatyrskaya
The main advantage of the plant is the self-pollinated variety, it has both female and male flowers. It is not necessary to plant other varieties next to the plum. But their presence will increase the yield of all plums growing on the site. The plant begins to bloom in late spring, the fruits are formed and ripen late, are poured in the last days of summer.
Productivity and fruiting
Harvest is good, fruiting is almost annual. The number of fruits increases with plant growth. A young seedling in 1 season will bring about 50 kg of fruit, a formed tree about 85 kg. Fruits appear 5 years after direct planting in open soil. The tree brings fruits for about 25 years, it all depends on the care of the plant.
Area of use of berries
Fresh fruits are tasty and juicy, they contain a large amount of useful trace elements that the body needs. The berries are canned, they are used to make jam, jam, juices and compotes. In the spring season, an excellent tincture is obtained.
Advantages and disadvantages of the variety
Pluses of plum:
- large fruits of excellent taste;
- strong immunity to many diseases;
- the crop does not crack in wet weather;
- excellent frost resistance and drought resistance;
- high productivity;
- excellent transportability;
- self-pollination.
The main disadvantage of this variety is that the plum brings a large harvest, so the branches do not stand up and break, and over time the fruits become smaller.
Landing and care
Since the plant is self-pollinated, it does not need additional varieties of plum, so you can give the gardener time only to one Bogatyr plum.
We recommend reading our article on how to plant and grow plums.
Landing dates
This type of plum can be planted both in spring and in autumn. But it is better to plant a plant in the spring season, over the summer the root system of the variety will take root, will get used to the new environment and soil. In the southern regions, you can plant a tree in the autumn season. The territory for planting is prepared in advance - 14 days in advance.
For planting, a hole is dug to a depth of 0.6 m, a width of 0.8 m.The distance between trees of the same variety should be at least 4 m.Add to the top layer of earth:
- 1 bucket of peat;
- 1 bucket of humus;
- 0.5 kg superphosphate;
- 45 g potassium sulfate;
- ash.
If the earth is very acidic, then lime is added to it at the rate of 0.5 kg per 1 sq. m. A shell of eggs and a nutrient mixture are placed in the recess.
Seat selection
In a temperate climatic zone, the plant is best planted on the southern or southeastern side of the garden area. The area should be well lit, especially in the morning. The best option is to plant the plant in a small, sunny elevation. The roots should not touch the groundwater, wetland is not allowed.
Seedlings should be protected from cold, wind. They are planted next to fences: fences, extensions, etc.
Plum Bogatyrskaya has medium-spreading branches so that they do not intertwine, trees do not plant too close to each other. Soil is needed loamy or sandy loam. If the terrain is clayey, then river sand is added to it.
Plum grows poorly on soils with high acidity, it should be neutral.
What crops can and cannot be planted nearby
Walnut trees are bad neighbors. Especially walnuts and hazel. Linden, poplar and birch should not be planted next to the plum. An apple tree and a pear are not particularly favorable neighbors, but with proper care, the plants can get along. The main thing is not to plant them too close to each other.
Plant a black currant next to the crop for a large plum yield. There must be a distance of at least 3 m between the currants and the tree.
Selection and preparation of planting material
Choose a one-year-old sapling for planting the tree. By this age, the root lobe is fully developed. The part of the plant located above the ground is a small twig grafted onto the stock.
The root system can be closed and open, if it is open, then the plant is soaked in a solution of potassium permanganate or "Kornevin". This action will disinfect the seedling, protect it from diseases and pests, and also accelerate survival in the ground.
Plants bought in pots are taken out and their roots are examined, if everything is in order with them, then they are planted in the soil.
Landing scheme
Algorithm for landing in open ground:
- Fertilize the soil in the fall, dig in the spring.
- Add top dressing to the pit.
- Place a seedling on a hill of soil, spread its root system.
- Position the tree so that its root neck is 4-6 cm above the soil.
- Do not confuse the root collar with the grafting site above it.
- Moisten the root system with water, cover with earth, compact a little and water. You will need about one bucket of water.
- Spread mulch around the root circle, it will not allow the root system to dry out. This method will eliminate the appearance of weeds and the formation of a dry soil layer.
Further care of the plum after planting
Regular maintenance activities will help the grower grow a healthy plant and reap a rich harvest.
Watering and loosening the soil
Caring for a seedling always begins with the treatment of the root trunk. The soil is loosened immediately after the introduction of water, the grass is destroyed, which takes useful elements from the tree.
After loosening, 1 bucket of humus is poured under the plant.
The tree loves water, but its excessive amount negatively affects: the foliage turns yellow, and the fruits do not set. Seedlings should be watered once a week for 3 buckets. Mature trees need 4 buckets of water (applied 6 times in 1 season). If the plum lacks watering, then the fruits fall off, do not ripen, the ovaries crumble.
Before the first frosts, a lot of water is brought under the plant - this is a moisture charge.
Tree feeding
Immediately after planting, fertilizers are not applied (they were sufficiently used during the preparation of the site for the seedling). In the 1st year, the plum is sprayed with growth stimulants once every 7-12 days.
A tree that has started to yield crops is fed 3 times in 1 season:
- Urea (90 g per 2 l of water) - before flowering.
- Nitrofoska (60 g per 2 liters of water) - during the ripening of fruits.
- Superphosphate (60 g per 20 l of water) - after harvesting the fruit.
In autumn, the tree needs to be fed with rotted manure (1 bucket per 1 plant).
Top dressing is introduced every year. As soon as the plant reaches 15 years, the amount of organic fertilizers is doubled. In the autumn time, nitrogen is not used, since this chemical element contributes to the development of the green mass of the tree, and in autumn it should prepare for "hibernation".
Before and after flowering, you can feed the plum with organic matter: chicken dung or mullein 20 kg.
Add 2 kg of ash to 1 plant, acidic soils need lime or dolomite flour. The plant reacts very sharply to the absence or lack of beneficial trace elements:
- If the plum lacks potassium, then the leaves turn yellow. You can help in this way: the crown is irrigated with ammonium nitrate (20 g) and urea (50 g).
- If the tree lacks magnesium, then the edges of the leaves curl and the veins darken. You can save by adding magnesium and potassium to the soil (30 g per 1 sq. M).
Pruning
Forming the crown of the tree is an important part of the care. They hold the event in late March or early April. It all depends on the air temperature, it should not be lower than +10 degrees Celsius.
Plum branches are overloaded with fruits, therefore, only those branches that grow at an angle are preserved - they are the strongest. The best form for the plant is longline.
Cropping Pattern:
- The year after planting, leave 4 re-strong shoots: the center and 3 side branches. Cut the others to the level of the annular bead.
- Leave the shoots at an angle. They should be placed at a distance of 0.2 m from each other.
- In the 3rd year of 2 branches, form the 2nd tier at a distance of 0.7 m from the 1st. The central conductor should be 0.2 m longer than the others.
- After 1 year, proceed to the creation of the 3rd tier. It consists of 2 branches placed at a distance of 0.5 m from the 2nd row.
- Subsequent pruning is aimed at removing branches that grow vertically or thicken the tree.
If annual growths grow to 0.4 m, then they cannot be cut, if the size is more than 0.5 m, then the branch is shortened by a quarter.
Summer residents recommend also the formation of branches in the fall - performed to reduce the sick and weak branches. Some summer residents disagree with the advice, as they believe that pruning in the fall leads to damage to the trunk in winter.
Adult trees need a rejuvenating crown formation - they destroy thickening and inwardly directed branches. In this case, the conductor must not be touched.
Collection, storage and processing of crops
Fruit picking begins 5 days before they are fully ripe. This is done so that the fruits can be safely transferred and not damage the appearance. Crop is quickly removed from the branches, gardeners often use mechanical harvesting.
It is not possible to store fruits for a long time, they will lie in the refrigerator for no more than 2 days.
Jam, jam, juices, compotes and much more are prepared from the harvest. The plum liquor is especially tasty.
Preparing for winter
Scientists classify this plum variety as frost-resistant, but some tricks will help the plant to survive the cold more comfortably.
Algorithm for preparing Bogatyrskaya plum for winter:
- Clear the tree trunk circle of foliage and debris in the fall. Burn everything to destroy spores and larvae of diseases and pests.
- Carry out water-charging irrigation, dig up the soil and add mulch. Read about soil mulching here.
- Remove dead bark from the trunk, and do the same with moss and lichens. Wash the affected areas with a solution of iron sulfate (40 g per 2 liters of water), treat the tree with garden var.
- Cover the stem and branches with a lime compound (for 20 liters of water, 6 kg of lime and 4 kg of clay).
- Rake the soil around the plum trunk, its height is 0.2 m.
- Treat the plant with spruce branches, it protects the tree from mice and hares.
Diseases and pests, methods of control and prevention
Plum Bogatyrskaya has strong immunity, but the plant has a chance of getting sick. The gardener should know the most dangerous plum diseases and methods of dealing with them.
Diseases / pests | Symptoms | Prevention |
Holey spotting | Holes appear on foliage and fruits. Fungal disease, quickly damages the tree during the rains. | Burn fallen leaves. |
Gum therapy | Gum appears on branch cuts and cracks. The branches dry out, the leaves fall off. | Avoid mechanical damage to the plant. |
Coccomycosis | Harmful to foliage and fruits. They stain and dry out. | Plant only disease-resistant varieties on the site. |
Fruit rot | There are gray spots on the fruits. It is carried by the wind to other plants. | Destroy all affected fruits. |
Sooty fungus | A black bloom appears on the leaves. | Moisten the soil and prune the tree in time |
Gray rot | The leaves look like they've been set on fire. | Cut and burn the branches. |
Marsupial disease | The tree grows, but remains empty inside. | Cut off diseased branches. |
Rust | A characteristic bloom appears on the leaves. | Collect the leaves and burn. |
Hawthorn | The pest eats the green mass of the tree. | Removing tracks. |
Plum aphid | Harmful to leaves and shoots. | Destroy the larvae. |
Yellow plum sawfly | They eat the fruits of the plum. | Before the plant blooms, spray the tree with special products. |
Reviews of gardeners about the Bogatyrskaya plum
Anna, 55 years old, cook, Izhevsk.Plum variety Bogatyrskaya planted only a year ago. The tree has grown by 1 m, nothing is clear yet. I hope the plum will be fruitful.
Olya, 34 years old, teacher, Moscow.I like plums very much, I like the color of fruits, taste, aroma. The Bogatyrskaya variety is growing in my mother's dacha. Fruits grow large, quickly spit, flavor throughout the garden.
Oleg, 44 years old, turner, Kiev.I planted this plum variety 3 years ago. It grows relatively quickly, aphids appeared on it that year, the tree was saved, but now I adhere to all preventive measures without exception. The tree has not yet borne fruit, but I hope that in the near future I will be able to enjoy them.
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Plum Bogatyrskaya is a frost-resistant variety. The harvest is good, the fruits have excellent taste and universal use. High productivity can be achieved only if the rules for planting and caring for a tree are observed.