Strawberry Moscow delicacy

Breeders often cross different varieties to produce better quality hybrids. Strawberry Moscow delicacy (Moskovskii Delikates) is common in Central Europe. The variety can be grown even on the balcony in a decorative pot, which makes it very convenient and popular.

A compact bush of hybrid strawberries grows up to 40 cm tall. Medium-sized leaves are rich in color and are located close to the stem. Due to this, the bush takes up little space. Strawberries are remontant, so the mustache is not formed too actively. The root system is symmetrical, reaching 7 cm.

Strawberry fruits Moscow delicacy are universal. They can be eaten raw or used in cooking. The variety can be grown not only outdoors, but also indoors. However, strawberries are difficult to care for. The variety grows in one place for 5 years.

Strawberry bloom begins by the end of May. Harvesting is already possible in June. The second ripening wave occurs in August-September. Moreover, at the end of summer, the variety gives most of the total harvest.

Strawberry Moscow delicacy is popular among farmers. This is due to the high yield. From one bush, you can collect about 0.5-0.7 kg of berries. The crop can be stored in a cool place for about 5 days.

The fruits of the variety are bright red, the skin shines beautifully. The berries themselves are large and round, about 35-40 g. The taste is rich, the combination of acid and sugar is felt. The aroma is bright, has strawberry notes. The flesh itself is dense, pinkish or light red in color.

Strawberries Moscow delicacy bears fruit from the beginning of summer until autumn. The plant requires increased attention to itself throughout the season. Strawberry care is considered difficult, therefore, the variety is not recommended for beginner gardeners. If agricultural technology is violated, the yield deteriorates significantly.

The Moscow delicacy variety requires systematic watering, while an excess of moisture cannot be allowed. The variety is resistant to gray rot, but there is still a risk of developing a fungal infection. Watering is carried out with warm water. During the summer heat, the procedure is carried out every 3 days in the morning or in the evening. The best solution would be drip irrigation.

The root system of strawberries needs constant oxygen supply. The soil is loosened regularly. You can only go deeper by 3-4 cm. Otherwise, you can damage the rhizome. To facilitate maintenance, you can mulch the soil with rotted manure, agrofibre, straw.

The bed should be located in the sun or partial shade. It is permissible to grow varieties in pots on the balcony. The plantation must be located in the southern part of the garden. You should pick up a hill, protected from winds and drafts. When planted in a lowland, there is a high risk of decay of the root system.

Soil preparation begins 2 weeks before planting. The soil should be dug up so that it allows moisture and air to pass through well. It is important to remove all weeds and roots of previous plants. Organic matter and sand are introduced into the soil in a ratio of 2: 1.

The landing technology is as follows.

1. A distance of 40 cm is maintained between the holes.
2. A two-row planting method is used, which saves space and simplifies maintenance. The distance between the rows is 20-25 cm, between the stripes - 60 cm.
3. Ash is placed in the hole for faster rooting.
4. The planting material should be vertically inserted into the hole, covered with soil and watered.

Strawberry inflorescences are bisexual and located under the leaves. The variety is self-pollinated. No further action is required.

Strawberries Moscow delicacy does not tolerate excess nitrogen. In this case, the fruits will become small and sour. Also, size problems are possible with excess watering during growth.

The feeding scheme for this variety is as follows.

• The ammonia solution is used for watering at the beginning of the growing season. As a result, the greens will develop faster.
• Fertilizers with a high potassium content are used during flowering. Ash or organic matter can be used.
• Boric acid solution will increase the number of inflorescences. For spraying, dilute a teaspoon of the product in 10 liters of water.
• The manure infusion will allow the fruit to develop more actively.

Preparation for winter begins after the last harvest. Damaged leaves and stems should be trimmed. It is necessary to loosen the soil. It is important not to damage the root system, otherwise the plant will die.

The variety is highly winter-hardy, but requires shelter. If the temperature drops below -14 ° C, then the soil should be mulched. Spruce spruce branches or straw are used. From above, you can sprinkle the soil with snow.

Preventive treatment is carried out before flowering. Fertilizing and loosening the soil will also prevent strawberry infestation. The variety has a high resistance to diseases and pests. Sometimes strawberries are affected by the following ailments.

• Strawberry mites. In literally 2 years, pests can destroy the berry. The mites lay their eggs on the lower parts of the leaves. Insects love moisture and warmth. When damaged, the shoots dry out, the fruits become small and dry. Insecticides are used to combat. However, one can simply carry out prevention. It is important to remove weeds on time and loosen the soil after harvest. Treatment with Bordeaux liquid is also carried out.
• Nematodes (worms). The berries dry out even before they are fully ripe. The affected plant is dug up and burned. Strawberries with worms are not treatable. It is important to notice the defeat in time, otherwise the nematodes will spread to other bushes.
• Fungal infection. Copper sulfate treatment should be carried out regularly in spring and autumn. Such prevention will help protect the strawberry plantation.

The Moscow delicacy variety is distinguished by a small number of mustaches. You should choose strong bushes that give a good harvest. The division is made after the last harvest. The mustache should be directed to a free area of ​​soil and actively watered. The socket can be detached after the formation of the root system and the formation of 4-5 leaves.

Seeds are sown in February-March. Planting material can be dived after the formation of 4 sheets. At the end of spring, you can replant the sprout to a permanent place.