Apricot Triumph north

As a rule, gardeners are accustomed to the fact that apricot is a rather thermophilic culture. And she has practically no chance of surviving. If we are talking about more severe conditions, where the climate is less stable. In this article, we will tell you about the Northern Triumph apricot, which appeared thanks to experienced breeders. And which can take root even in the most severe conditions.

Apricot Triumph North: variety description and characteristics

Apricot Triumph North: photo of the variety

Ripe apricot of the Triumph Severny variety has a rather attractive appearance - its color is yellow-orange. The shape is usually round and sometimes oval. The size of the fruit is also quite large: a ripe fruit can reach 55 grams in mass.

The peel of the Triumph northern apricot is thin, slightly pubescent. It has a very rich aroma, and this is also a special advantage of this variety. The pulp is juicy and tender, as if melting in the mouth. And it cannot leave indifferent either an adult or a little lover of these fruits.

Seeds of apricot Triumph North can also be eaten. They taste more like almonds than the usual bitter apricot pits we are all used to.

To a greater extent, people like to eat fresh fruits of this variety. But gardeners are in no hurry to expose it to heat treatment or even roll it up for the winter.

This is understandable: fresh fruits have a huge number of not only taste advantages, but also contain many vitamins and minerals that are useful in fresh form, and not in the form of compote, frozen foods, jam or preserves.

The tree belongs to the category of vigorous plants. Its crown is very sprawling, while the branching is average, periodically it requires pruning. The height of the tree can be about four meters. But for this it is necessary to provide him with decent care and proper hydration and nutrition.

Apricot flowering Triumph of the North falls in the early period, it turns out to be a worthy decoration for absolutely any garden. The leaves are large in size, pointed towards the top. But in general they have a standard shape and size, like that of ordinary apricot trees.

As for the first shoots, they appear in nurseries on annual seedlings. Apricots in this variety have some tendency to shoot prematurely. In this regard, gardeners should intervene in the crown pruning at an earlier stage in order to prevent excessive thickening of the crown. Since this can lead to the fact that some shoots in the future will simply not be able to bear fruit. And also to the fact that harvesting will be noticeably complicated.

After the plant has been planted in the garden in open ground, its more active and intensive stage of growth begins. The length of the shoots can reach almost 90 centimeters, or even a meter. In some cases, the length of the shoots can be more than a meter.

Triumph northern apricot shoots are divided into several types, depending on their appearance, length and size, as well as their purpose:

• shoots that are an extension of the main trunk... And on which the fruits and the subsequent harvest are directly formed. The length of these shoots varies from 30 to 60 centimeters;
• fruit twigs - These are annual shoots, which on average can be about 15-25 centimeters in length (average shoot length). Compared to continuation shoots, fruit branches are much thinner.The buds on them are mainly fruit;
• bouquet twigs - these are very short formations, their length is about five centimeters. Basically, only flower buds are located on them. And one of them is necessarily a vegetative bud.

Rules for planting apricots Triumph North

Apricot Triumph North: photo of the variety

In this part of the article, we will dwell in more detail on the features of planting an apricot of the Triumph Severny variety. If the gardener has decided to plant seedlings in the fall. It is best to do this around October.

Of course, many more experienced gardeners still recommend planting in the spring. Exactly before the onset of a very important period for the plant - the growing season. It is necessary to carefully approach the choice of a place for planting, since this plant belongs to the thermophilic category.

The area on which the apricot is planted should be moderately sunny, not darkened, but at the same time protected from the winds. Since they can intensify, which will lead to shedding of the fruits that have appeared.

Basically, when planting apricot Triumph North, they prefer the southern or southwestern slopes and the corresponding territories.

When choosing, it is also necessary to take into account one of the most important points: the groundwater level should not be less than 2.5 meters. Otherwise, the tree will simply refuse to grow in the indicated area, and will require either a transplant or a transfer.

As for the soil, it must be ventilated and light, well breathable. Nitrogen should be kept in moderation.

Loamy or light clayey compositions are most suitable. Because they are considered unique, versatile and therefore ideal for planting apricots.

For planting, the gardener needs to dig a hole about 50 centimeters deep, and its diameter should be about 60 centimeters.

It is best to fill the bottom of the pit with rubble. Which in the future will serve as an artificially created drainage and will retain the remaining moisture, will not allow the root system to rot.

It is best to hammer in a peg in the center of the hole, which will then help to tie up the plant. And around an artificial embankment is created, consisting of sand, peat and clay. It is important to remember that these components are mixed in equal proportions.

After the apricot seedling Triumph North has been placed in the hole, it is filled up, and a light embankment is also made around it. Watering the seedling immediately after planting is very abundant - about 20-30 liters.

After all the manipulations carried out, the root collar, which previously rose slightly, should eventually equalize with the ground. Apricots can be grown today in two of the most popular and common ways: by seeds or by cuttings.

Gardeners independently choose the most suitable method for themselves, since it depends solely on his interests, opportunities to care for the plant in the future.

Apricot Triumph northern: variety care

Apricot Triumph North: photo of the variety

Of course, I would like to dwell separately on the care of the Northern Triumph apricot. Despite the fact that apricot is generally a drought-tolerant plant, between about May and June it needs a gardener to provide the plant with abundant watering.

It is at this time that the crown of the tree grows to a greater extent, and moisture is important for its size and health.

In addition, in principle, without a normal water supply to the plant, fruiting will occur less often. Since the plant will simply have nowhere to take vitality and nutrients.

In general, the Northern Triumph apricot tree should be watered much more often, about three weeks before the fruit ripens. So that they are saturated with moisture, become juicier and larger. This is very important as watering affects the yield.

Watering is best done either especially early or late at night.

If the summer is sunny, hot, and even dry, then it is necessary to water not only the root part, but also to spray the crown. To refresh the leaves, saturate them with moisture, because this is also extremely important for maintaining the health of the plant.

This is not to say that the apricot plant is whimsical when it comes to fertilizing and feeding.

Nevertheless, if some mineral components and substances are absent in the soil, this can negatively affect the growth of the tree and the qualities of its fruits. The lack of potassium is especially felt. After all, it is thanks to him that the plant can successfully resist many diseases. And for a long time to maintain their strength and youth.

As for the application of organic fertilizers, it is best to apply them exactly as needed. Recall that organic matter is usually peat, manure or compost.

Typically, abundant application is done once every 3 or 4 years. It all depends on external conditions, on the age of the plant, on what stage of development it is at the moment. In general, the gardener can independently assess the condition of the tree and understand whether he needs any additional additives or not.

The winter period is undoubtedly a test for any plant, and the apricot of this variety is no exception.

Even despite the fact that the Triumph Severnyi variety was initially adapted to be grown in the most severe conditions. However, the tree here also needs additional care.

These are certain precautions in the form of whitewashing the trunk, insulation in severe and unstable weather periods, protection of the root system thanks to brushwood. As well as measures against pests and rodents that do not mind eating bark.

Nevertheless, the Triumph Severnyi apricot variety is considered one of the most resistant to various diseases and pests. If you compare it with any other varieties of apricot. But this does not mean at all that he is absolutely not susceptible to diseases or fungi.

Among the most common diseases that relate to apricot, one can distinguish moniliosis, as well as clasterosporiosis. They arise due to the active spread of the fungus, which very quickly envelops the deciduous, stem system, and then reaches the roots.

As a result, the Northern Triumph apricot tree simply falls ill. It becomes less resistant to viruses and pathogens, and then stops growing and bearing fruit.

To prevent disease, preventive measures should be taken. Whitewash the trunk, periodically treat the crown and trunk with drugs and antifungal agents.

Only the vigilance of the gardener in this matter can save the plant, strengthen it, make it more fruitful, resistant to diseases and temperature extremes.

Of course, there are also special measures - periodic preventive treatments, top dressing, sanitary and other types of pruning.

Tree photo

Apricot Triumph North: reviews of gardeners about the variety

• Veronika Vyacheslavovna, Moscow region: “I attribute its frost resistance and high yield to the advantages of the Northern Triumph apricot variety (even if the Northern Triumph apricot tree experiences severe winters or too dry summers). In addition, my pleasant impression of the Triumph Severnyi apricot variety is complemented by the excellent taste of the berries, the abundance of vitamins contained in the fruits. "
• Ekaterina Andreevna, Samara region: “I have been growing Triumph northern apricot for about ten years. During this time, I made sure that the variety has a high resistance against various bacteria, fungi, concomitant diseases that can negatively affect the health of the plant and its fruiting. If we talk about the shortcomings, then I did not notice them in an essential form. For some, perhaps the size of the fruits will not seem as large as we are used to seeing them.And someone will think that the variety is not suitable for canning. But I am absolutely satisfied with the Northern Triumph apricot variety ”.