What is the difference between the Kokinskaya pear and other varieties
Pear Kokinskaya is the most popular variety among gardeners. It gained its popularity due to its unpretentiousness, abundant harvest and high taste characteristics.
Pear Kokinskaya: characteristic of the variety
Features of the tree
The described species belongs to autumn fruits. A tree grows up to 5 m. Usually it has an upright trunk, from which branches diverge at an angle to the sides. The fruits ripen in the fourth year after planting the seedling. From an adult tree, up to 100 kg of pears can be harvested per season.
The variety tolerates frost well, however, if the temperature drops below -200 C, then the buds may freeze, therefore the harvest will be less, but the tree will remain alive.
The tree has a pyramidal crown that needs to be pruned from time to time.
Description of fruits
At first, the pears are green, but by the time they are fully ripe, they turn yellow, and the side, which is in direct sunlight, acquires a red tint. Each fruit rests on a powerful, slightly curved stalk. The pear weighs from 260 to 300 g. The pulp is juicy, light, has a rich taste.
Pros and cons of pear
A huge advantage of this variety is its high yield. The fruits of the Kokino pear are not susceptible to disease, therefore they can be stored for a long time in the refrigerator or in the cellar.
This pear variety is suitable both for freezing and for preparing blanks for the winter.
The disadvantages of the variety include the susceptibility of foliage to certain diseases, in particular, to scab.
Choosing a landing site
Planting times vary by climate and region. In the northern regions, the tree is planted in the middle of spring, when stable warm weather sets in and there will be no frost at night. In the southern regions, this procedure is recommended to be performed in early autumn.
As for the soil, loose, moderately heavy soil is perfect for growing pears. The tree is best planted in a spacious, ventilated area in direct sunlight.
The best planting site would be the south or west side of the site.
Site preparation and planting of seedlings
Before planting a pear seedling, you should prepare the site in advance. Preparation activities are to remove weeds, digging, using organic fertilizers and mineral compositions. If the soil is acidic enough, then you need to add dolomite flour to it.
When planning to plant a pear in spring, a pit for it should be prepared in the fall. It should be a meter deep, and a little less than 60 cm on the sides.A good drainage layer should be laid on the bottom, then compost or humus, and all this is lightly sprinkled with earth. If the planting will be done in the fall, then the pit must be prepared a month before the procedure. In this case, peat, mineral and organic compounds are added to the soil in equal proportions, a little ash and phosphorus-potassium preparations.
As for the seedlings, specimens that are two years old are best suited. It is recommended to choose trees without flaws, breaks. Also pay attention to the root system. The roots should be moist and the branches bendable. All of this indicates that the seedlings are healthy and fresh.
The day before planting, the seedlings are dipped into a growth stimulator. Then the roots are cut, leaving 10 cm. Lateral shoots are removed completely.
A good seedling should be between 70 and 90 cm tall.
The prepared tree is placed in a hole. For better living, the roots must be carefully straightened, covered with soil from above and pressed down a little. After a few days, the pear should be watered thoroughly. The planting process is completed by mulching and installing a support for the seedling.
Care measures
In order for the tree to develop well, it is better not to plant it near rowanbecause the pests will quickly spread to the pear. The same goes for disease. But the apple tree will become a suitable neighbor.
Preventive measures for various problems
Correct and systematic care is a guarantee of the absence of diseases in the pear. All weeds should be removed and loosening around the trunk. In addition, it is advisable to remove fallen fruits and dry leaves. It is recommended to apply a little organic fertilizer during the growing season. The same can be done when picking pears.
The best biological fertilizers for pears are:
- Fitolavin;
- Fitosporin-M;
- Trichodermin;
- Pharmayod;
- Gamair;
- Planriz.
Another good drug is Gaupsin. It is an insecticide and fungicide, due to which it kills bacteria and viruses, as well as dangerous fungi. In addition, the drug is effective in pest control.
Irrigation of a tree
Young plants need to be watered daily. Two buckets of water at room temperature will be enough for one seedling. Over time, watering is reduced, up to twice a month.
Top dressing
The tree is fed with organic compounds once every four years. Mineral fertilizers are added annually.
Before applying top dressing, it is necessary to combine the preparation with a small amount of soil. Add the resulting mixture to the pre-created channels around the barrel.
Phosphorus-potassium fertilizers can be mixed with organic compounds.
An excess of nitrogen affects the pear negatively. If the fertilizer contains a large amount of this component, then such a preparation should be used at a minimum.
If you ignore this condition, then you can lose most of the harvest.
Minimal care, resistance to diseases and parasites, lack of fear of low temperatures - these are the advantages that make the pear popular and in demand among gardeners. But in order to get a consistently good harvest, you need to remember about pollinators. The most effective varieties are Bergamon Moskovsky, Lyubimitsa, Yakovleva.