Gooseberry Green Rain

The gooseberry is a longtime favorite of gardeners. It differs in that it is very resistant to temperature extremes. And in general, it always gives a stable yield of excellent fruits. To date, breeders do not stop at the achieved results. And also on the varieties already received. They want to get varieties where the shrubs will be even more improved in terms of yield. Like gooseberry Green rain.

Gooseberry variety Green Rain is relatively new. Refers to hybrid varieties. Few experienced gardeners know about it. But, nevertheless, every year its popularity is getting higher. Because this variety has many benefits. And also very beneficial characteristics that other advanced varieties do not have.

Gooseberry Green rain: variety description

Gooseberry Green rain: photo of the variety

Gooseberry variety Green rain is a very powerful bush, which at the same time looks quite neat and compact. It is not scattered in different directions, its shoots are straight. The foliage is very dense, the spreading of the shrub is medium. It usually doesn't require a garter. It does not bend under the weight of the harvest at all. And this is its big plus. The thorniness is small, which makes it easy to care for the plant. And also to harvest the crop from the shrub, without fear that you can get hurt on the thorns. The main part of the thorns, which are still present, are concentrated near the very base of the branches. And therefore, the gardener, in principle, only touches them during sanitary and recreational pruning.

Gooseberry Green rain has a large berry size. The weight of one berry can vary from 7 to 8 grams. Their shape is oval, pear-shaped. As a rule, this is also a feature of this variety. Because in general, the pear-shaped shape for gooseberries is completely atypical. When ripe, the fruits turn yellowish from green. Light flesh can be seen through the thin skin. The stalks are very long. Therefore, the berries are very easy and simple to remove from the bush without damaging them.

As a rule, the Green Rain gooseberry variety is intended for cultivation in the Northwest Russian regions. And also he takes root well in Siberia and the Far East, where the climate is far from ideal and stable. Not all varieties can take root there or bear fruit abundantly. The plant does not need support. It perfectly tolerates temperature extremes. And this is its peculiarity.

Green rain gooseberries, as gardeners themselves confirm, usually do not need to be covered and protected in winter. This variety has fantastic frost resistance. Even in areas where common varieties freeze over, this gooseberry thrives. He does not freeze, he is not afraid of thaws in winter, return frosts. And also the gooseberry also tolerates an arid climate. But still, in order for the bushes to produce a sufficient amount of berries, it is best to water them periodically in dry weather in order to maintain soil moisture.

Gooseberry Green Rain: fruiting

Gooseberry Green rain: photo of the variety

Fruiting of the gooseberry variety Green rain usually begins at the end of July or closer to the very beginning of August. The berries are distinguished by a bright and rich aroma. And also with a taste dominated by honey notes.The variety, despite the fact that it belongs to a late-ripening species, is not at all inclined to crumble. But if you do not collect the fruits from the branches for too long, then this can lead to the fact that they are cracked. Because their skin is very delicate and thin.

Young seedlings begin to bear fruit, as a rule, in the second year after they have been planted in open ground. This suggests that this culture is fast-growing. But more plentiful harvests, which the plant gives in full force, can be harvested, as a rule, in the fourth or sixth year after planting in the ground.

Green rain gooseberries are located along powerful branches. They hang from them in whole clusters, differing in abundance. From one bush, subject to the rules of agricultural technology, as a rule, you can collect about four kilograms of excellent quality fruits. They can be consumed fresh. And also prepare canned food, compotes, preserves and jams from Green Rain gooseberries. The berries are not baked in the sun. If you collect them in time, then they can quite easily transfer transportation over long distances.

Advantages and disadvantages of the variety

Gooseberry Green rain: photo of the variety

Of course, like any other variety, the Green Rain gooseberry variety has both its advantages and some varietal disadvantages. Gooseberries, of course, have many undeniable advantages, which allows you to grow shrubs even in the most severe conditions and not in the most fertile soil areas. Some of the main advantages of this variety are the following:

• the productivity of the variety even in the most severe and uncompromising conditions;
• resistance to dry weather, to temperature extremes. And also to frosts, thaws, while other varieties need shelter, regular watering or pruning of branches that have not survived these periods;
• unpretentiousness to a variety of growing conditions, in which this plant variety sometimes finds itself;
• diseases and pests also practically in no way can harm this stress-resistant gooseberry variety;
• the taste of the variety is excellent. For this reason, berries are generally quite versatile. They can be consumed fresh. And for the preparation of a wide variety of dessert dishes and preparations;
• the entry into fruiting occurs only in the second year after planting. While other varieties, on average, enter the fruiting period of 3-4 years.

According to more experienced gardeners, they cannot identify the obvious shortcomings of this variety. But still, if we talk about the relative disadvantages, then one of them is that the fruits ripen quite late. And because of the late varieties, it is quite difficult to enjoy the berries in full early on. One way or another, the flaws are almost invisible. Because we can note a huge number of advantages of the variety. And this, as the gardeners themselves say, is much more important.

Breeding features

Of course, one cannot fail to mention the features of the breeding of gooseberries Green rain. A large amount of planting material can be obtained if the Green Rain gooseberry variety is propagated by cuttings. As a rule, this method was and remains one of the most popular. Cuttings are prepared from shoots that grow at the very base of the shrub. You can cut off the top of the shoots. Then dip the cuttings into a solution that was created on the basis of a growth stimulant. After the root system has been outlined, you can place the cuttings in peat soil. Because it is light enough for such a delicate plant.

Gooseberry seedlings Green rain needs regular watering. And also that it is constantly weeded and loosened. But this should be done with great care. And, of course, it is worth remembering that watering is necessary for gooseberries at this stage. Mature shrubs are best watered less frequently, as needed.Because waterlogged soil can be an excellent environment for disease. And also for the reproduction of rot and fungus.

Practice also demonstrates that it is best to breed gooseberries with layering. To do this, take bushes that have reached the age of four. Choose annual basal shoots on them. And they are bent to a specially dug trench. After that, the soil should be kept moist. And also loosen it. But do it with extreme caution.

With the onset of autumn, the layers already differ in height by 20 centimeters. Become quite evolved. And they can take root and grow on their own in special territories. At first, both cuttings and layering should be carefully monitored. Cover for the winter, maintain sufficient soil moisture. At the same time, loosen it so that water does not stagnate in the upper layers of the soil. As a rule, this is enough to successfully propagate the Green Rain gooseberry variety.

Gooseberry Green Rain: Planting

The place where it is better to grow Green Rain gooseberries should be sufficiently lit. And also must be protected from strong gusts of wind or drafts. It is best to choose fertile and slightly acidic soil. As well as a sufficiently deep groundwater table. Because excess moisture can lead to decay of the root system and disease.

River sand is introduced into the soil. And if it is distinguished by high acidity, then as an option, you can produce it. Gooseberries can be planted either in the spring or in the fall. Care comes down to the fact that the gooseberry bush is watered as needed. They also feed and carry out spring trimming pruning of shrubs. Despite the fact that the plant easily tolerates dry periods, it is recommended to water it at least four times during the growing season. Thanks to watering, the green mass will be saturated and nourished. And, as a result, the fruits themselves will benefit as well.

Plant care

Top dressing is reduced to the spring application of mixtures. They should be dominated by nitrogen components. In summer and autumn, it is best to add mineral components. They will strengthen the plant's immunity, as well as help it to produce more roots and cuttings. Usually, nitrogen fertilization is applied, then superphosphate. If we are talking about the pruning process, then it is best to do this not only for decorating the shrub, but also for sanitary purposes - in order to remove damaged and dry branches that will no longer give any harvest, but noticeably spoil the appearance of the plant and its general state.

In order to get a plentiful and, most importantly, tasty harvest, you must follow several basic rules for growing a plant. Only through adherence to the rules of agricultural technology and care can you really achieve amazing results that will perfectly fit into the expectations of the gardener himself. To do this, we list the following rules and measures:

• planting pits should be large enough - 50x50 centimeters, and the distance between them should be at least one meter, since the bushes are large enough, and their root system is even larger;
• It is best to remove the topsoil when digging holes and then mix with fertilizer. For this, phosphorus and potassium are used;
• the nutrient substrate is poured into the pit, and then the seedling itself is installed in it, straightening the root system. The planting hole is subsequently covered with fertile soil, into which all the necessary fertilizers have already been introduced (phosphorus-potassium mixture);
• in the spring, the trunk circle is best carefully loosened and mulched with foliage, sawdust, peat. This will keep the required amount of moisture. And also additionally fertilize the plant with organic additives.

Thus, in general, these measures do not represent any work.Experienced gardeners, as well as beginners, can quite successfully follow them and, as a result, get the harvest they want to see - plentiful and very tasty. In this regard, the role is played not only by the characteristics of the variety, but also by the care of the gardener himself.

Diseases and dangerous pests

Despite the fact that the Green Rain gooseberry variety is practically not susceptible to diseases or some pests, nevertheless, if agrotechnical rules and norms are violated, this is possible. The following diseases can develop:

• white spot
• rust
• mosaic.

When white spot develops, as well as rust, this is immediately apparent from the external condition of the shrubs. It is best to treat the green part with fungicides. Mosaic is practically not cured, but if you carry out some preventive actions, then these diseases will not develop at all.

When spring comes, and the buds are not swollen, and in the fall, when the harvest has already been harvested, the plant should be treated with Bordeaux liquid. If you use drugs that contain copper as an active component, then the solution will prevent dangerous diseases that are almost impossible to cure. This guarantees abundant and high-quality harvests from each bush on a regular basis.

Thus, the Green Rain gooseberry is a plant that is excellent for growing it even in the most severe conditions. The popularity of the gooseberry crop continues to grow, and this variety is also gaining special demand. Reviews say that it is enough to just take care of the plants, they do not get sick, they are not negatively affected by insects, pests and bacteria. Proper care will allow you to get a bountiful harvest on a regular basis, but you should also follow the rules for planting and subsequent reproduction of shrubs. Gooseberry variety Green rain today grows abundantly in Siberia, in the Far East, it is excellent for growing it at extremely low temperatures, as well as in fairly arid regions.