Raspberry Monomakh Hat

Raspberry Cap of Monomakh: description of the variety and properties of berries

Raspberry Cap of Monomakh: photo of the variety

Every gardener strives to try new varieties of plants, berries and vegetables in gardening. Breeders also strive to create varieties that will satisfy all the wishes and needs of gardeners. A special place in this activity is occupied by raspberries, without which today it is difficult to imagine any area. In this article, we will dwell in a little more detail on what the raspberry variety Monomakh's Hat is, what are its features, advantages and specificity of fruiting and storage.

Of course, I would always like to begin the description of any variety with a description of the external characteristics, moreover, this variety has a very unusual, specific appearance. The specificity of the raspberry Cap of Monomakh is that the plant does not look like an extensive raspberry bush, but rather like a small compact bush, a tree with abundant fruiting. Its crown does not grow, although it periodically needs sanitary and decorative pruning, which must be provided by the gardener, because he usually bears all responsibility for the appearance and grooming of bushes and plants.

The height of the shoots in the raspberry variety Monomakh's cap usually reaches one and a half meters, they can branch quite abundantly, and then they can weaken a little, droop. For this reason, this variety of raspberry bush forms a small amount of growth, and it reproduces mainly by cuttings as the most convenient and effective method.

The variety has a fairly wide number of advantages, and of course we would like to list them. So, the following qualities should be attributed to the positive sides of the Monomakh Hat raspberry variety:

• excellent berries of high quality - as a rule, the size of a raspberry can reach the size of a plum, and the weight of one berry reaches an average of twenty grams. Of course, not all berries from a shrub can be of exactly this size, there are those that do not reach these parameters at all, but if the gardener takes care of the tree carefully and responsibly, then he will be able to remove about six kilograms of raspberries from one bush , and this is considered an incredibly high rate;
• berries have an elastic, dense texture, and this allows transporting the harvested crop over long distances, as well as storing raspberries for quite a long time, which is also a huge plus;
• caring for raspberries is very convenient and comfortable. There are practically no thorns and thorns on the branches, therefore, when harvesting, the gardener has no chance of getting hurt or experiencing any discomfort, as is usually the case with other raspberry varieties.

Of course, the raspberry variety Monomakh's Cap has its own characteristics that affect the external and taste qualities of raspberries. This species belongs to remontant varieties, which means that fruiting will be observed not once, but twice a year, and this also applies to the advantages of the variety. The first fruits of the remontant raspberry The gardener will be able to remove the Monomakh hat already in the middle of the summer season. Basically, these fruits ripen on last year's shoots, and in August, already young shoots are gaining strength and give, respectively, a second wave of the harvest of this raspberry variety.

The value of the remontant varieties is that the gardener can get a harvest from the bushes even in late autumn, when it is already rare for a plant to bear fruit or any results.Also, in the autumn period, they can bear fruit effectively also for the reason that many pests and insects begin to gradually prepare for the winter period, so they are not so worried about attacking plants, so that raspberries of this variety are safe. Fruiting can last even until the end of October, if severe frosts do not occur. In order to get the harvest as long as possible, periodically, in especially strong frosts, it is recommended to cover raspberries in order to maintain their viability. In addition, renovation is one of the main features by which this raspberry variety is chosen by gardeners from different parts of our country.

There are still some disadvantages of the variety, they should also be indicated that the gardener turned his attention to this information when choosing suitable varieties of raspberries. Firstly, Monomakh's remontant raspberry cap is quite vulnerable to viral diseases that spread to fruit trees and shrubs. In fact, this can become a hindrance if we are talking about people who want to grow this variety, but for one reason or another this factor scares them off. To a particular extent, raspberries are prone to bushy dwarfism, because of which the bush can lose its shape, fall apart, and this leads to the fact that the berries will also crumble from it.

Secondly, Monomakh's raspberry cap is very dependent on the climatic conditions in which it grows. If the plant does not have enough moisture, light, if it is constantly in a windy area, then summer residents get a completely tasteless crop, which consists of watery and unsweetened fruits. Also for this very reason, as practice shows, in the middle lane and the regions corresponding to it, it is possible to collect no more than 60% of the possible harvest before bad weather and accompanying frosts come to the region.

Thirdly, raspberries of the Shapka Monomakh variety reacts very strongly if the composition and condition of the soil changes, especially if we are talking about acidity. If a neutral environment and a corresponding reaction are observed on the site, then raspberries are distinguished by excellent growth and corresponding fruiting. If the soil acidifies sharply, then the raspberries change very much. The growth rates of fruits, their taste and, of course, the time interval of storage of the fruits after the harvest has been harvested are deteriorating.

Nevertheless, experienced gardeners emphasize that all these nuances and indicators may lose their significance and relevance, because if the gardener provides the plant with all kinds of growth and storage conditions, takes care of it, then raspberries will give an appropriate result that will delight gardeners throughout the whole season. In the next part of the article, we will talk in more detail about how to plant a remontant raspberry variety Monomakh's Hat on a personal plot, what subtleties are in the planting process.

Planting a remontant variety Shapka Monomakh

Raspberry Hat Monomakh: video about the variety

As a rule, any remontant varieties (and Monomakh's Hat is no exception) especially like to grow in sunny areas, where the earth warms up perfectly. At the same time, there should be no draft and wind, this is also very important conditions for planting a raspberry bush.

In addition, when planting, the plant should be protected not only from the wind, but also from groundwater. The permissible proximity of groundwater to the place where the raspberry bush is planted is 1.5-2 meters, no less. It is also best if the gardener plants raspberries on the southern side of the site, just near the buildings, so that they protect the raspberries from wind and drafts, but at the same time, in the southern part, the shadow comes on the bush as rarely as possible.

The repairing variety of raspberries Monomakh's cap can be planted both in the spring and in the autumn.If the gardener has decided for himself to plant raspberries in the fall, then it is best to choose the warmest days, because only thanks to this the raspberries will be able to quickly adapt to new conditions and take root in them, taking root. By the way, special attention should be paid to the root system. An open root system is only suitable for spring before the beginning of the growing season, or for the autumn period. If the roots of the raspberry bush are closed, then they can be planted at any time of the year when the growing season occurs. In this case, the plant has an increased chance of developing its aboveground and underground, root parts as quickly as possible. The gardener will be able to observe and collect the first harvest in about 2.5-3 months after planting and survival of the bush.

Planting holes for raspberries of the Hat Monomakh variety should be the same in width and depth - this is about 30 centimeters. Between the raspberry bushes, it is better to make the distance larger - about one meter, so that the bushes do not touch each other when growing, and the root system does not get confused and does not harm each other. Also, this planting scheme is also effective in the case that the plants will receive enough light and air, will not block each other, which is also very important for the comfort of the plants.

Fertilizers - superphosphate and ash can be added to the holes during planting. These components are mixed with the soil, they greatly help the plant to take root in the new soil. Then raspberry seedlings Monomakh's hat are dipped into the hole and sprinkled with earth on its root system. It is important to ensure that the roots do not bend up, that there are no voids between them, otherwise it is very traumatic for the plant. The root collar remains approximately at ground level, if it turns out to be higher, then the root system will be exposed, and this can also harm the plant - it simply will not take root in the new conditions and die.

The bush should be very carefully covered with earth, then watered and mulched. Humus or peat are perfect for this, in some cases these components can also be mixed with each other, which will also give very great benefits to plants, the mulch should be laid about ten centimeters thick, and it is not necessary to cover the trunk itself with it. As a rule, in this way, raspberries of the Shapka Monomakh variety are usually propagated. There is also a second breeding option - by cuttings. Since raspberry bushes practically lack any growth, the variety is usually propagated with green cuttings.

Young shoots that appeared in late spring are grown to a length of 5-6 centimeters, and then pruned at a shallow depth. Cuttings should be dug directly with an earthen lump, so as not to violate the root system and its integrity, the cutting is transplanted into a substrate that has been thoroughly moistened before. The rooting of the plant takes place within a month, and all this time the gardener must monitor how well this process is carried out.

If grafting is carried out in the autumn, then for this it is best to choose cuttings 15 centimeters long, and their thickness should be at least two centimeters. They are moved to storage boxes, the room must be cool, but not wet, so that the cuttings do not dry out, but do not get wet, otherwise this will simply lead to their decay and corresponding death. In the spring, cuttings are planted in prepared soil: or rather, it is best to make a mixture that includes sand and peat. Once the cuttings are about 30 centimeters long, they can be planted outdoors. As a rule, if you follow the instructions and treat your business with utmost care, then in absolutely any way you can grow excellent shrubs that will have an ideal appearance and, most importantly for a gardener, fruiting.

Repaired raspberry Monomakh hat: care

Raspberry Cap of Monomakh: photo of the variety

As a rule, the Shapka Monomakh raspberry variety requires special care, and in this it differs significantly from other varieties, especially from remontant ones. In order for the harvest to be decent, abundant and tasty, you need to pay special attention to watering the plant. Raspberries react very strongly to changes in watering, and also to the fact that the amount of moisture can significantly decrease. If there is not enough moisture for the raspberry bush, then the fruits are small, almost tasteless. As soon as the gardener establishes watering and implements it in accordance with the schedule, the berries immediately change their appearance, become larger, more appetizing. Some experienced gardeners emphasize that in such cases, the installation of drip irrigation comes to the rescue, which is installed just on raspberry beds and plots.

In general, raspberries Monomakh's hat is also demanding for consecration - if it lacks light and sun, this can lead to a poor harvest. Therefore, it is best to initially speak the beds in the most illuminated areas. In order for the bush to develop harmoniously and evenly, the plants must be regularly fed, as well as professionally competent pruning, especially for sanitary or decoration purposes.

Feeding raspberries is best done with mineral preparations or organic, natural ingredients. From organics, a tincture based on chicken manure is excellent for the variety. It must be diluted with water. If the gardener decided to feed the raspberries with cow dung, then for this, its proportion should be increased. In general, organic matter has a great effect on plants - it is completely natural, it does not have any negative effect on the plant. It is best to carry out this kind of feeding three times during the entire growing season of the plant. If we are talking about fertilizing with fertilizers that contain nitrogen, then it is best to fertilize in June or July about twice. Potassium and phosphorus are worn in July and mid-August. All these fertilizers will allow the soil to constantly maintain a normal state, and the plant to feel comfortable and protected in conditions of periodic climate variability.

The first top dressing is recommended immediately after the snow has melted. Nitrogen components should be added a little less often, be more careful about their distribution. Usually they are stopped in the middle of summer, because it is during this period that the plant finally wakes up, begins to bloom, fructifies in some regions, and no longer needs nitrogen inputs.

Pruning remontant raspberries Monomakh's hat is also very important in caring for raspberries, which we have already talked about several times in this article. This is a fairly simple procedure, but its effect is very important: it allows you not only to improve the appearance of the shrub, but also to improve its health, and increase productivity. It is best to carry out pruning at a time when more or less stable frosts are just beginning, after fruiting from a shrub ends for a certain period. All shoots must be cut right down to the ground; for wintering, the gardener leaves only the root system, no more. If the gardener realizes that he cannot do pruning with the onset of frost, but can carry out it in the spring, then it is best to carry out this procedure before the buds of the remontant raspberry variety Shpka Monomakh open up.