Apple tree Ben Davis

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The Ben Davis apple tree belongs to the winter varieties. It is widespread in the southern state of North America. He was taken out at a scientific station, which is dedicated to production tests in the mountain and foothill zone of Siberia. After all the checks, the Ben Davis apple variety began to spread rapidly, so now it is often grown by gardeners in the Krasnodar Territory.

Apple tree Ben Davis: variety description and characteristics

Apple tree Ben Davis photo

Apple tree Ben Davis: photo of the variety

The Ben Davis apple tree is fast growing, so within a year after planting it will grow 2/3 of its final height. At the age of 2-3 years, there is a lush crown, round in shape, which is slightly pressed from above, forming an elongated oval. The branches of the tree are thick and strong, they are located at a great distance from each other.

The shoots of the Ben Davis apple tree are small in diameter, even, without bends, of a brown-burgundy color with a slight brown tint. Large lentils are located on them. The foliage of the tree is medium in density. It deviates from the trunk by 70-80 degrees, approaching the surface of the shoot. The leaf plate is green, over time it becomes darker, turning into a dark emerald color. There are small wrinkles all over the leaf, one side of the plate is shiny, without roughness, and the other is fluffy and does not have a shine. A small wave can be observed along the edges of the sheet, because of which they rise, forming a boat. In shape, the leaves are similar to a strongly elongated egg.

Features of the variety

Apple tree Ben Davis: photo of the variety

Characteristics of the fruits.

Ben Davis apples are large, usually the average weight of one fruit is 180-200 grams. The smaller the harvest, the more apples are by weight. They are round with a slightly elongated top. The skin of the fruit is glossy, smooth, light yellow in color with red sides. Apples have a silvery coating. It belongs to natural waxes and protects the fruit from mechanical damage. On the surface of the apple there is a huge number of small dots, they are white. The stalks are long and thin, but they hold the fruit tightly.

The pulp of the Ben Davis apple tree is very tender, grainy, with a lot of juice. Appreciating the taste, sweetness prevails in it. Apples also have a delicious sweet aroma. Tasters rate the taste of ka 9.4 points out of 10 points.

Harvesting.

Harvesting begins at the end of September, as it is during this period that the fruits become sweet and reach full maturity. Sometimes they can ripen by 10-15 September in a warm climate and proper tree care. Once harvested, apples can be stored for about 170 days. This variety perfectly tolerates transportation over long distances, therefore it can be used for sale.

The amount of harvest that one Ben Davis apple tree brings is average, about 45-50 kilograms, but it is stable and does not change at all. The variety is resistant to temperatures of -25 degrees, at lower temperatures it must be covered to avoid frostbite.

The Ben Davis apple tree is weakly resistant to fungal diseases, so powdery mildew often affects it. To avoid this, it is necessary to regularly carry out treatments with fungicides and Bordeaux liquid, as well as feed the tree to strengthen the immune system.