Apple tree Georgievskoe

The apple tree Georgievskoye appeared thanks to research at the scientific station, which is engaged in viticulture and horticulture. It was derived from a scientist whose name is P. Kuznetsov. He did crossbreeding Parmena and Kronselkogo, these are two late varieties. As a result of the work, a wonderful autumn variety was obtained, which passed all the checks, and entered the State Register of the Caucasus.

Apple tree Georgievskoe: variety description and characteristics

The Georgievskoe apple tree can reach 4-5 meters in height, it is considered tall, the tree reaches its maximum height closer to 7-8 years. In adulthood, the tree has a round crown, the branches are located far from each other. Because of this placement, the crown seems rare, sparse, even a leaf does not save the day. The color of the trunk and branches is brown-burgundy; strong peeling is visible on the trunk.

When the period of fruit formation comes, the branches go down strongly and lose the shape of the crown.

The shoot of the Georgievskoe apple tree is yellowish in color, almost smooth, with lentils on it. They are small, light green, shaped like an oval. The foliage is sparse, sparse, the leaves themselves are green, medium in size. Examining the leaf, you can see a large number of veins, they stand out strongly, as they are white. The base of the leaf is wider than its end, since it is narrow, elongated and strongly pointed. There is a slight wave along the edge of the sheet that causes the edges to rise. One of the surfaces of the sheet is shiny, glossy, smooth, and the other is matte, with fibers.

During the flowering period, an average number of flowers is found on the Georgievskoe apple tree, they are dense, the petals lie on top of each other, forming small flowers.

Features of the variety

• Characteristics of apples.

The fruits of the Georgievskoe apple tree are large, the average weight of one fruit reaches 230 grams, and there are also 250-270 grams. The skin of the fruit is smooth, sometimes tubercles are observed. It is thick, dense, but not very strong. By color, the fruits are green with a slight red tint on the sides. The apples are located on short, thick stalks that are quite strongly attached to the fruit. A plaque stands out over the entire surface of the apple. It is a natural wax that protects against insects and mechanical damage. Also types of subcutaneous points of a grayish tint.

The apple pulp is dense, white-yellow in color, sweet and sour to taste with a pleasant aroma. In appearance and taste, they are rated as 9 points out of 10 points.

• When to Harvest?

Harvesting begins in early September or late August. It depends on the amount of heat and the climate in which the tree grows. If the harvest is late, then the fruit will have to be picked from the ground, as the stalk weakens at the end of the season and stops holding the apple.

After harvesting, the fruits should be stored in a dark and cold place. They are stored for about 45-70 days. They can be used to prepare preserves, preparations such as jams, juices, compotes.

The first crop will appear 4 years after planting.

Apple tree Georgievskoe: advantages and disadvantages

pros apple trees Georgievskoe:

• Pleasant appearance and taste of apples.
• Resistant to frost. The tree can withstand frosts down to -26 degrees.
• Regular fruiting of apple trees.
• Resistant to drought, heat.
• Strong immune system, which makes the tree resistant to fungal diseases and pests.

From disadvantages apple varieties Georgievskoe stand out only not the compactness of the tree.