Currant green haze

The name of this variety does not mean that the chances of success "melted into a mysterious fog." On the contrary, a very attractive result can be achieved. But for this you will first have to study the plant itself, its features deeply and comprehensively.

The project was implemented in such a large institution as the Michurin All-Russian Research Institute of Horticulture. The leading breeders of this program were Zvyagina and Sergeeva. The plant was obtained using the varietal material of Minaya Shmyreva and Bredthorpe. Official permission to grow this crop in Russian gardens was given in 1994.

Although the currant is called Green Haze, it is not illusory, but quite real, lays medium-sized semi-sprawling bushes for universal use. Plant height normally ranges from 1 to 1.5 m. Actively growing shoots reach an average thickness. After lignification, it is no longer a light green, but a light yellow color. The leaves consist of 5 lobes.

They reach considerable size and are light green in color. Characterized by a bare leathery foliage surface, shimmering in matte tones. Smoothness or the appearance of light wrinkles is variable. The flowers are medium in size and resemble a glass in their shape. Loose sepals turn unsaturated red.

Green haze brushes can be medium or large. Geometrically, they are more like a cone. 1 or 2 brushes are formed per kidney. They always grow straight and reach a medium density. Pubescence is insignificant, petioles do not reach great length; 5-7 berries can appear in a 6-10 cm long brush.

The black fruits of the Green Mist shine pleasantly. Among them, there are both medium and large specimens. Usually the berry weighs from 1.2 to 2.5 g. Other features:

• transition from a circle to an oval shape;

• dry separation;

• average seed content;

• the occurrence of pectins - 2%.

It is noted that this variety produces sweet and sour fruits. In addition to the main taste, they also have a nutmeg flavor. The share of sugars in total accounts for 12.2%. The level of titratable acids is 2.9% (which does not greatly reduce their visibility in the overall balance). It is worth noting that Green Haze berries contain 18.9% of water-soluble solids, and the tasting examination gave them 4.7 points.

The green haze ripens at an average time by the standards of currant bushes. Harvesting usually begins between July 10 and 20. Fruiting begins very early, and you won't have to wait for a long time after planting the bushes. The harvest will ripen together.

1 bush can grow 3.1-3.6 kg of berries. The level of productivity per hectare is usually about 100 centners. Under the most favorable conditions, the crop can produce 10-13 tons of fruits per hectare. At the same time, it is very important that the result is influenced by both the weather and the worries applied.

Such a berry crop can be successfully planted in:

• Western Siberia;

• localities of Eastern Siberia;

• areas of the North Caucasus;

• Central Black Earth Region;

• regions of the Urals;

• regions of the center of the European part of the Russian Federation;

• regions of the northwestern part of the Russian Federation.

Currant Green Haze is not just self-fertile - it is exceptionally self-fertile. This plant practically does not need third-party pollinators. However, giving up on them, if you already have them, is not too wise.

You can do this procedure throughout the entire period of plant development. However, experienced gardeners definitely prefer the autumn planting of Green Haze. If possible, you should not delay planting - it is better to finish it before October 5-7, so that the plants have time to take root before the onset of cold weather. Spring landing is also possible. But they do it only until the kidneys swell.

You have to choose:

• well lit;

• windless;

• fertile slightly acidic or neutral;

• area folded by loam.

The green haze is very sensitive to dry land. If the topsoil is dry, water each plant with 10-20 liters of water. In hot weather, the culture is treated with a spray bottle. Watering is especially relevant when the bushes are blooming and bearing fruit. Loosening the ground, removing weeds and laying mulch is very helpful.

Fertilization should be applied every spring. The best option is urea and carbamide solutions (they are interchangeable). Such dressings are applied before the buds begin to bloom. Immediately after planting, the bushes are formed, leaving 4 or 6 buds on the branch. Such formation should take place in the first 5 years of the plant's life.

Specific pests for the Green Haze variety are not described in the available sources.However, it is indicated that it can be affected by a kidney mite. Among the diseases, the plant is resistant to:

• anthracnose;

• powdery mildew;

• defeat by pathological fungi.

This culture tolerates cold weather. Drought resistance is also quite high. But relying too much on this property is not too reasonable - it is more correct to play it safe.

Summer residents rate Green Haze excellent. Pay attention that her productivity meets all expectations. The commercial and consumer qualities of the harvested crop are also at a decent level. Overripe fruits tend to burst slightly. However, if you do not bring it up to this, and pick the berries on time, there will be no reason for complaints.