Cherry Krasa Kuban

In this article, we will consider the Krasa Kuban cherry. Work on the creation of this variety was carried out on the territory of the North Caucasus Research Institute for Horticulture and Viticulture in Krasnodar under the direct supervision of M.A.Kolesnikov, the origin of the material for breeding the variety remains an unknown fact. Cherry Krasa Kubani is widespread and popular in the gardening of the southern zone. Zoning began in 1959, in the same period followed by admission for use in horticultural work in the North Caucasus region.

Cherry Krasa Kubani: variety description and characteristics

Cherry Krasa Kubani: photo of the variety

Cherry trees Krasa Kubani are of average size, a relatively dense crown is formed by a rounded shape, slightly compressed on all sides. Sufficiently good foliage of the crown makes the tree attractive not only during flowering. The shoots are colored with a slightly lightened brown color with a slight bloom, with a silvery tone. The buds, which are responsible for vegetative functions, are dark brown in color, the tip is formed by a sharp cone. Generative buds have an oval shape, a slight lag behind the main shoot. The leaf plates of the Cherry Krasa Kuban are large, the shape of the formation is a slightly elongated oval. Smooth surface of the upper side of the leaf plates, along the lower part there is a slight pubescence in an even layer. Smallish flowers form fairly large inflorescences, gathering 2-3 pieces. The corolla is saucer-shaped. The petals are formed in a wide, obovate shape. The color of the petals is white, a slightly enlarged size, the arrangement of the petals occurs by superimposing one on top of the other. Sufficient length of the pistil, which is located in several tiers: part is below the anther, part of the pistil is located above. Goblet form of calyx formation. There is no serration along the edge of the sepals. In the process of flowering and main fruiting, both a bouquet twig, by 77%, and the base of the shoot of the last season, by 23%, take part.

Large in size, and, accordingly, in greater mass, the fruits of the cherry variety Krasa Kubani, on average up to 7.5 grams, are formed by the broad-mouthed type. The top of the berry forms a rounded shape with shallow squeezing from above. Funnel of the fruit in the width of the average. The color of the fruit is very original and attractive: on the top there is a light cream tone with a slight blush of a delicate shade.
Creamy color of the Krasa Kubani cherry berry flesh, which is very juicy in taste. By density, the pulp of the fruit is average. The sweetness and acidity of the palate is in perfect harmony and is rated at 4.6 points on the rating scale. Cherry juice Krasa Kubani has a colorless state. 93.7% is the amount of pulp relative to the weight of the entire berry. The stone is larger than the average, the shape is in the form of an oval, the color of the stone is closer to beige. At the base and apex of the stone is rounded. Separability from pulp is below average. The length and thickness of the peduncle are of average values. In this case, the separation from the cherry Krasa Kuban berry of a semi-dry type, that is, the average separation force.

When considering the chemical composition, the following indicators were highlighted: dry matter in the cherry Krasa Kuban berry: contains up to 14.6%, sugars are up to 10%, various acids are present in fruits by 0.73%, ascorbic acid will be 9.6 mg for every 100 grams of product.

The main stage of flowering and subsequent maturity of the cherry Krasa Kuban fruit is relatively early, the processes proceed simultaneously. The end of May-early June is the period when mass flowering begins. Cherry tree Krasa Kuban is capable of fully bearing fruit only when it reaches 5-6 years after direct planting in a permanent place of cultivation. According to the degree of pollination, the cherry variety Krasa Kubani belongs to a self-fertile species. Speaking about the yield, we can single out the figures-indicators of the industrial cultivation of the crop of this variety: almost 80 tons from each hectare.

Representatives of the cherry Krasa Kubani can be attributed to the group of crops that have good resistance to cold weather, while damage to the tree cover is quite rare. The buds responsible for the fruiting process can only be partially damaged if the frost is very severe. But frosts in early spring can cause quite a lot of harm, since the resistance of flowering buds is very low. Prolonged drought can be tolerated by the plant relatively well.

Cherry Krasa Kubani is endowed with excellent immunity to diseases such as coccomycosis and klyasternosporia, however, simple fruit rot is a great danger to the tree and can inflict large-scale damage. This disease is especially dangerous during prolonged, prolonged rain for the period of mass ripening of fruits. Virtually no lesions from the presence of the cherry fly were observed.

The purpose of the cherry berries Krasa Kubani is mainly of the dessert type, perfect for the use of various technological processing.

Cherry Krasa Kubani: reviews of gardeners

Kristina Alexandrovna, Moscow region: “I almost did not find any drawbacks in the Krasa Kubani cherry variety during cultivation. However, the peel and pulp of the variety has a relatively soft consistency. Hence the very low indicators of the transportability of the harvest, and, unfortunately, for long distances, for example, it is not possible to take this delicious sweet cherry to your beloved aunt in another city. "

Svetlana Vitalievna, Leningrad region: “I am completely satisfied with the Krasa Kuban cherry variety. The berries ripen early, they are quite large in size, and the taste of the Krasa Kuban cherries is simply excellent. I make jam and compotes from the variety. Throughout the winter, my family doesn’t get tired of feasting on cherry preparations from Krasa Kuban ”.