Currant "green haze" - black currant of the new generation

"Green Haze" - a variety of black currant of the middle period of fruiting. Was withdrawn to VNIIS named after IV Michurin and was obtained by hybridization of the bush "Minay Shmyrev" with Brodtorp. The process of crossing took place under the leadership of Zvyagin TS, and also KD Sergeeva.

Since 2004, the named variety has become widespread, was introduced into the State Register and allowed to plant in the temperate climate of Russia.

In the article we will offer you numerous positive reviews, photos and description of the currant varieties "green haze".

Appearance of currant

The description of the black currant variety "green haze", the photo of which you can see in the article, looks like this: a small bush with a weak spreading. Sprouts straight, light green color, undressed. Those shoots that are already stiffened, acquire a greyish-yellowish color.

The currant buds of the "green haze" variety have the following characteristics:

• On the size - average;
• Ovoid, somewhat elongated;
• On the length of the legs - short;
• Predominantly tilt from escape;
• Are arranged singly;
• The shape of the scar - wedge shaped, slightly rounded.

Leaves of the plant are standard: 5 pronounced blades, relatively large, light green in color, have no growths, are smooth, may be slightly wrinkled, they have convexities.

Sheet plate is inclined downwards, concavity is noticeable at the beginning of the plate, along the course of growth of the central core, the edges are slightly curved and raised. The fins of the blades are shallow. The central lobe is similar in size to the lateral, and the upper portions deviate outwards. The blades are abundantly spread with a right angle between them.

The base of the leaf is like the heart, can be even with small flaws. Teeth of regular size, pointed, short, somewhat curved. The shape is serrate and slightly serrate.

Inflorescences have the usual sizes, in shape resembling a glass. Have a weakly expressed roller, a reddish hue, have an arcuate free arrangement. Currant "green haze" has brushes the size of 6 to 10 cm, in the form of a cone. More often they are on 1-2 pieces, differ in moderate density and direct orientation.

Fruiting and taste of the variety

When describing the currant "green haze" (a photo of a variety can be seen in the article) it is impossible not to mention berries. They are medium-large, weighing 1.2-1.6 g, have a rounded shape. Black in color, they shine in the sun. Fruits come off without damaging the inside.

The taste of the berries is sweet and sour, the type of application is universal. They contain the following useful elements:

• Sugar - 12.2%;
• Titrated acid - 2.9%;
• Ascorbic acid - 192 mg of the substance for every 100 g of product;
• Dry substances that dissolve in water - 18.9%;
• P-active components - 1198 mg per 100 g;
• Pectin - 2%.

This variety tolerates frosts well, can be processed mechanically. On average, 12 tons of fruit are harvested from 1 hectare.

According to gardeners, the variety has obvious advantages: large fruit, quick maturation, abundant fruiting, good taste. But at the same time the bush is often affected by a kidney mite.

Features of landing

As they say, to look after the currant "green haze" is simple - it is enough to observe a certain algorithm. Planting, feeding, treatment from pests, protection against diseases - the main actions, as a result of which the bush will successfully grow and bear fruit abundantly.

Experts advise to start planting in autumn, the deadline is the end of October, but you can also land in the spring. In order for the bush to develop and develop, the following minerals and fertilizers can be added to the pit for planting (40 x 50 cm):

• humus;
• Sulphate or potassium chloride;
• superphosphate;
• Wood ash.

Root neck should be deepened to 6-7 cm in order to be able to appear additional roots and shoots. After the shrub is planted, it must be poured and covered with mulch (a protective layer that can have a different composition: sawdust, hay and straw, peat, sheet hum, etc.). Subsequent actions are regular watering, replenishment of mulch under the bush, protection from pests and diseases.

Nuances of care

Photo of the currant bushes "green haze" and the description of the variety, given by specialists, confirm that the plants must be mulched, fed and cut. It is necessary to carry out regular watering, especially in hot weather, so as not to overheat the roots - the black currant poorly tolerates it because of the presence of a superficial root system.

According to reviews, watering significantly affects the size and taste of berries. Small and acidic, they become without sufficient moisture, so care during the flowering and filling of berries is a regular watering.

So that the roots do not overheat and the moisture does not evaporate quickly, you need to use mulch. In addition, it saves water and simplifies the process of getting rid of weeds.

A solution of urea, or carbamide, (diluted 700 g per 10 liters of water) is needed for the treatment of shrubs until the buds bloom. After the beginning of the process of their growth, you can treat bushes with 3% solution of Bordeaux liquid.

From the kidney mite and aphids can be eliminated with the help of special medications: "Fitoverma", "Aktofita", "Akarina", etc.

Fruit problems and ways to solve them

Gardeners often face a decrease in the number of fruits and a deterioration in their quality. This may be due to some factors:

1. The bush grows in the shade. The black currant needs a large amount of light, in which case flower buds will grow, not leaves.
2. Drought. Bushes become sensitive to a lack of moisture and overheating of the root system during the summer heat.
3. Excess fertilizers. In this case, the number of berries will be reduced, in contrast to the number of dark green leaves.
4. Presence of old branches. On branches older than 4 years, the number and size of berries is much smaller.
5. Infection with swallowing. The signs are the violet shade of flowers, the absence of berries, thin thick branches. Infected areas must be cut and burned.

As the gardeners confirm, careful care for the currant "green haze" and compliance with all the rules guarantee a quality harvest.