Hinnomaki gooseberry

The Hinnomaki variety was bred by scientists living in Finland. It differs from other varieties in its shape, it is more rounded. The variety has very tasty and large berries, a high yield, as well as thorns that are on the shoots.

Description of the Hinnomaki gooseberry variety

Hinnomaki

The bush of this variety reaches a height of up to 2 meters. The yield is so high that already in the middle of summer, or rather in the first half of July, about 10 kilograms of berries ripen. The berries have a pleasant smell and sweet taste.

Hinnomaki is prone to crumbling, but at the same time its outer shell is not injured or cracked. This variety contains many organic acids, saccharides, vitamins and other microelements. It is also quite resistant to various diseases and pests.

Berries can be used in cooking and in making wine or juice.

Hinnomaki variety, gooseberry. Pros and cons

The Hinnomaki variety has many pluses:

1. High endurance.
2. Rapid development and growth.
3. High frost resistance.
4. Delicious and high quality fruits.
5. Minimal maintenance required.
6. Resistant to many pests.

Minuses: the presence of thorns on the shoots. They can hurt if not replaced.

Gooseberry Hinnomaki Roth and other varieties

There are four popular varieties of this gooseberry variety. Basically, they differ in color and yield. When the Hinnomaki variety was created, scientists decided not to stop and create fruits with different colors. The most popular varieties are:

1. Green Hinnomaki

This species is thermophilic, loves the sun's rays very much. It must be grown in an area where there is no strong wind and drafts, as this is bad for the plant. It can withstand frosts up to 25 degrees. The height of the bush reaches up to 1 meter, by itself it is not lush.

The berries are slightly elongated, greenish in color. The taste of the berries is sour. From a plant that has developed on the territory for 2 years, you can harvest about 6 kilograms. It is resistant to viruses such as spheroteka.

2. Mouth of Hinnomaki

The height of the bush reaches 1.8 meters. Its peculiarity is its very high endurance. The bush is a little sprawling. It is resistant to powdery mildew. From this variety, you can get up to 11 kilograms of berries. Each berry is approximately 9-10 grams. The color is burgundy.

3. Yellow Hinnomaki

This is the lowest variety of this variety, as the bush only reaches 50-60 centimeters in height. This variety cannot develop in swampy acidic soil. The berries have a golden hue, the bush is very beautiful, and the berries are sweet.

4. Hinnomaki Gelb

It is resistant to any frost and frost, and also tolerates drought well. His immunity is average, that is, it is resistant to many pests and diseases. Fertile soil is very important for this variety.

The berries are yellow. The pulp of the berry has a slight sourness and a pleasant aroma. The shrub prefers sunny areas, it does not need a lot of water.

Growing the Hinnomaki variety

The bush grows well in different climatic conditions. But for its good development, it is necessary to choose the right site. The site should be well lit by sunlight, be in a dry and level place, where there is no strong wind and draft.

It should be planted far from tall trees, so that nothing obstructs the sun.

The sun is an important factor, without which the plant will die and be unable to develop.

Site preparation

It is necessary to plant this variety in the autumn period, since it is then that the shrub gets along well. The bush manages to become more robust in order to withstand frosts. In the spring, growth and development begin to increase. 15 days before planting, the site should be well prepared.

To do this, it is carefully dug up, leveled and fed with mineral and organic fertilizers. Weeds and other debris must be removed.

It is best if mustard had grown earlier at the gooseberry planting site. Since the components left after it help the better development of the gooseberry.

Earth

The variety does not tolerate swampy terrain very well. He doesn't like a lot of moisture. Heavy ground will also be bad for development. Black earth or loam would be ideal.

Planting instructions for varieties

First you need to dig holes, this is done in the fall. The depth and width should be about 50 centimeters. Plants are planted at a distance of 150-170 centimeters from each other. So they will not take away nutrients from each other.

Half of the hole must be filled with soil, which will be mixed with a special mixture. To prepare the mixture, you will need 2 kg of manure, 55 grams of potassium and lime, 400 grams of ash.

At the bottom of the hole, a small hill should form, it is in it that the plant is planted. After that, the soil must be trampled down and 1-2 liters of water must be poured out, which will be mixed with humus.

Hinnomaki cultivar care

The variety needs the most common care, it is picky. This variety is very suitable for beginner gardeners as it does not require any experience. The most important aspects of care are:

1. Fertilization.
2. Correct and timely formation of bushes.
3. Prophylaxis against diseases.
4. Warming for the winter, if the frost is above 25 degrees.

Watering

The variety survives aridity very well, but if it continues for a long time, the shrub begins to wilt. Watering should only be done a few times. When laying the ovary, when the fruit is ripening and in preparation for the winter period.

Excess water is very scary for gooseberries, as it causes the root system to rot.

Top dressing

If during planting you added any fertilizers: mineral or humus, then the next feeding should be carried out only after a year. But experts recommend making a special mixture of compost (2 kilograms), phosphate (20 grams), ash (100 grams) in autumn.

This is necessary because the gooseberries need potassium to be replenished with this mixture. When the gooseberries bloom, organic fertilizers can be used. For this, you can use saltpeter.

The gooseberry soil must be loosened, usually after abundant watering or rain, otherwise the plant will not be able to get enough air.

Pruning

Pruning is very important for gooseberries as proper shrub formation is essential. In spring, even before the buds open, as well as in autumn 70 days before frost, branches must be shortened, especially if the bush gives a small harvest.

Scientists advise leaving only 6-7 new shoots annually. Leave only smooth shoots. Weak and diseased shoots are removed and disposed of.

Fight disease

This variety has high immunity, but there are diseases that it cannot cope with. These include gray rot, white spot, rust. These diseases are caused by various fungi if not properly cared for.

Bordeaux liquid and Cuprozan will help in the treatment of the first two diseases. Fungicides are used against rust. They must be used several times to get rid of it. Gooseberries that have been infected must be removed from the soil and burned. This will help protect the remaining bushes from disease.

Mosaic can also attack gooseberries. Usually, the pathogen, that is, the virus, appears along with the aphids or if the diseased appendage was vaccinated.

Before winter, all leaves, old branches are removed and burned.

Spider mites, fireflies, sawflies can also attack gooseberries. In this case, it is not advisable to use any chemical preparations. To get rid of these pests, you need to water the bush with hot water, collect the infected leaves, shoots and burn them.

Reproduction

Gooseberry propagation can occur in two ways, either by cutting or by dividing. If you want to grow a new variety, then use seeds for this.

Storage

The berries are recommended to be cut with clean hands without gloves. Harvesting should be done in good weather. Dew should not be present. After picking, the berries must be laid out in thin layers, they should stand no more than 7 days.

If the temperature is about 1-2 degrees, then the berries can be stored for about 50 days. With greater frost, their shelf life increases to 90 days. In this case, the dishes in which the berries are stored must be closed.