Dwarf cherry: description with photo

Many residents of big cities know how pleasant it is to relax from the bustle in the suburban area. And it's not about a picnic, barbecue ... In nature, a person feels reunited with nature. Therefore, many amateurs become avid gardeners and gardeners.

And what kind of a plot without fruit trees? Without them, not to do, because the presence of a good well-groomed garden - a pledge of a large quality harvest. Of course, a large garden needs a vast land area, but, unfortunately, not everyone has the opportunity to acquire such a country plot.

If the homestead territory is small, it is irrational to place large trees on it. But there is a way out - dwarf trees and shrubs. Every year the popularity of dwarf representatives of fruit grows. Among them, the dwarf cherry is also topical.

How to choose the right seedling, plant it? What care is needed? We will try to answer all these questions.

Features of dwarf cherries

Dwarf cherry - a short tree or shrub in height 1,5-2 m. At the same time the plant gives a good harvest of berries. Low-cherry cherries are used not only by gardeners and gardeners. Varieties are actively used in commercial cultivation.

Varieties of dwarf cherries have a lush, fast growing, spreading crown. The maximum height that this tree can reach is not more than 2.5 m.

The yield of the plant is high, from one tree with good care and in a good season you can collect up to 20 kg of berries per season. Weight of berries - 5 grams. They are located densely on the branches. The color of the berry depends on the type of dwarf cherry. The gardeners can find a harvest of light red color, and very dark, chocolate.

Berries have a sweet and sour taste. The form is different, it can be very different, depends on the plant variety.

The harvest of a short cherry can be used both fresh and for preserving (compotes). Often berries freeze. They are widely used in confectionery.

Advantages and disadvantages of plants

Dwarf cherry is a plant that is present on the personal plot of every amateur horticulturist. And there is an explanation for this. After all, it has many advantages. Even from the photo of a dwarf cherry, you can make sure that this variety will be indispensable in your summer residence.

• High yield. Compared with conventional cherries, the number of fruits in plants is approximately the same.
• Actively used in the territory in a windy climate. The branches of a stunted plant practically do not break, and in strong wind the crown will not be damaged.
• A rooted root system that does not reach the groundwater.
• The plant grows faster than an ordinary fruit tree.
• Easy, easy way to harvest.
• Easy maintenance.
• Fruiting occurs much earlier than in a normal cherry.
• It takes up little space on the site.
• The plant is unpretentious to humidity, undemanding to the soil.
• It is frost-resistant.
• Harvest is easy to transport.

The disadvantages of this plant include:

• Smaller berries than conventional cherries.
• The taste of the berries is less sweet. There is more acidity.
• Some varieties are characterized by a tart taste.

Landing

The tree is very fond of light, so it is necessary to plant it in a sunlit area. The soil for planting can be any. Perfectly takes root in places with densely planted trees.

Saplings of dwarf cherries take root quickly. During the minimum time they also give and rapid growth. Before planting, you should examine the roots of 1-2-year-old seedlings. They must be whole, not affected by diseases and pests. If there are such areas, they should be cut off. Roots should be put in water for several hours.

In autumn the soil is fertilized with manure, potassium and phosphorus. In the spring, urea (nitrogen) should be added.

The pit for the bush should be deep enough that the wind does not damage the plant. The optimal size is half the length of the seedling. A peg is driven into the center of the landing pit, to which a seedling is later tied. The pit is covered with earth, compacted. It is necessary to make a small depression around the barrel for irrigation. After planting immediately need to water the seedling 2 buckets of water.

Varieties

Dwarf cherries have many varieties. Therefore, choosing a certain grade for your garden, you should take into account the features of the selected plant. In addition, you need to familiarize yourself with the climatic conditions in the region and the peculiarities of the location of the site.

Winter garnet

Variety of dwarf cherries Winter garnet refers to young, but already well-established gardeners. The variety is self-pollinating.

The height of the bonsai tree reaches 1.8 m. During the fruiting period, a compact small bush is literally strewn with berries. Dwarf cherry Winter garnet is recommended to grow in northern regions, because the plant is characterized by high frost resistance. In regions where sultry summer and severe winter, this fruitful tree will please you with a good harvest. Some gardeners argue that even in harsh conditions from this plant you can get a good harvest.

Fruiting cherry dwarf Garnet occurs in the 3rd year, and by the fifth year of life you can get a full crop. The fruits are sweet-sour, delicious. The same taste qualities are characteristic for almost all varieties of dwarf cherries. For 1 season you can collect from a tree up to 10 kg of harvest from one tree. Excellent taste of berries allows you to make tasty jams, juices, compotes and any other dishes. Culinary dishes from these berries are delicious and juicy.

The plant is unpretentious, resistant to many pests and diseases. Harvesting is convenient due to the low height and compact arrangement of the branches.

Dwarf wood of this variety is highly decorative. It is especially beautiful in the spring, when the cherry blossoms with pinkish and white flowers.

Anthracite dwarf cherry

This sort of dwarf cherry has the shape of a bush, reaches a height of 2 m. The crown is wide, there are many berries on the branches. The crop is almost black, the flesh is dark red. The shape of the berries is beautiful, weight - 5 g. The taste of the berries is gentle, with a pleasant sourness. Harvest is collected in the middle of summer.

This grade also differs frost resistance, high yield and resistance to many pests and diseases.

Saratov baby

This sort of dwarf cherry was obtained as a result of crossing the Duke and Early Cherry. Gardeners often call this variety simply Baby. It is a small shrub that feels good in different climatic zones. Characterized by high yield, winter hardiness.

The berries are bright red , beautiful, smooth. The taste of the fruit is slightly sour, pleasant. Harvest can be collected at the end of the first month of summer. From one bush it is possible to collect up to 15 kg of berries.

Baby - a sort of self-fruit, so with it you need to plant and pollinators. It is better to use varieties Lyubskaya, Nord Star or Turgenevka.

The variety is resistant to diseases.

Care

Cherry dwarf should be fed 3-4 times per season. In spring, the trunk must be treated with whitewashing. This will protect the plant from pests. Conduct also pruning dry shoots and diseased branches. So the plant will receive more nutrients, pest damage will stop.

If the bush is healthy, then in autumn it is possible to collect the fallen leaves and use them in the future as humus. Reproduction of the plant is a stock.

Preparation for plant wintering involves the following procedures:

• Trimming.
• Cleaning from the old, dried bark.
• Cleaning the crown from the leaves.
• Wetting and disinfection of wounds with special solutions.
• Burning old branches and leaves.

Conclusion

Dwarf cherries are the ideal tree for a good harvest. The plant is undemanding, unpretentious, frost-resistant. With good care and favorable weather conditions yields an excellent harvest.