When choosing a strawberry variety for breeding, each person pays attention to various factors important for him. For some, the main role is played by the quantity and quality of the crop, and for others, the resistance and unpretentiousness of the plant itself. The modern market can offer a huge number of species that are completely different from each other and differ in their characteristics. And the main among all varieties - berry favorite. But the description of other varieties, we will not miss.
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Garden strawberry varieties favorite
Favorite - this remontant variety garden strawberries, which are growing rapidly, start to bear fruit early and are famous for their high yields. A small and compact shrub has long peduncles that rise above the foliage. This fact greatly simplifies the harvest.
The berries are quite large in size, on average, their weight is 20-25 grams. They have a conical, slightly elongated shape and are painted in bright red color, the surface of the strawberry is smooth and shiny. The flesh of the fruit is dense enough, so that they can be easily transported. To your taste, the fruits are sweet and juicy.
The first harvest of garden strawberries favorite can be obtained in JuneThe fruiting period lasts until the beginning of September.
This variety is not afraid of frost and drought, it can be grown even in the northern regions of Russia. In the best way the plant bears fruit in the open ground on chernozem soils and in open, sunny areas.It is also worth noting that the favorite is immune to root diseases and powdery mildew.
Garden strawberries Kokin early
Kokinskaya early - This is a variety of garden strawberries, bred in 1974 in the Kokinsky stronghold of the All-Russian Institute of Horticulture and Nursery. Early materauha and ketskill became parent varieties. The plant is recommended for cultivation in the central and northwestern region of the country.
Srednerosly and sprawling bush forms a large number of mustache and rosettes, so that such strawberries are very easy to propagate. Peduncles rather short, located below the level of the leaves. Flowers are small and few, bisexual.
The berries themselves are small, their weight is usually equal to 10-14 grams. The fruits have a blunt cone shape, the neck is absent. The peel of rich red color shines brightly in the sun. A large number of slightly depressed yellow seeds can be seen on the strawberry. The pulp is dense, juicy and sweet with a strong aroma of wild strawberry. This berry can be used for a variety of purposes.
Begins to bear fruit in early to mid June, thanks to which it is well suited for areas with a changeable climate, because by this time the threat of recurrent frosts should pass.
Growing up the Kokin early one should not forget that the plant loves moisture and mineral supplements. The variety is immune to certain diseases. Winter hardiness is high, but snowless winters can destroy the bushes with strawberries.
Garden strawberries venta
Strawberry Venta was bred at the Lithuanian Institute fruit and vegetable farms by crossing the strawberry zenga-zengana and festival. The resulting variety has high yields, so it is in high demand, both among amateur gardeners and in commercial cultivation.
Shrub low, slightly sprawling, whiskers are formed slowly and in insufficient quantities. Externally, the berries look very attractive. They have the shape of a blunt cone with a small neck, the surface is bright red and shiny. Characterized by the presence of small seeds weakly depressed in the pulp.On average, the weight of one berry is 10 grams. It is also worth noting that, due to the absence of empty cavities, the received fruits are amenable to transportation.
Fruiting begins in the middle terms. This strawberry has a sweet and sour taste, with a very tender and juicy flesh of red color. Vent strawberries can be used for various purposes. It is used fresh, frozen, boiled jam, jams and confitures.
The plant has medium frost resistance and is recommended for cultivation in the northwestern region with a winter shelter. On the bushes of garden strawberries quite often you can find gray rot, brown and white leaf spot.
Garden strawberries cambridge favorite
Cambridge strawberry favorite was bred in England and is considered one of the most successful experiences of foreign breeding. Brings a rich, large-fruited harvest, thanks to which it is very often used on an industrial scale.
Shrub medium size, but rather sprawling. The leaves are large, ribbed, light green with a shiny surface. Peduncles are located at the level of the leaves and, despite the visible strength,very often they bend down to the ground under the weight of ripe berries. The inflorescences are quite compact, consist of a large number of flowers.
Fruit color is rich red, with a glossy peel into which the yellow, small seeds are slightly pressed. On average, the weight of one berry is 20-30 grams, which is considered to be a very good indicator.
The flesh is colored light red, very juicy and sweet. Strawberries of this variety can be used both for fresh consumption and for processing. The resulting berries tolerate transportation and are stored for a long time.
Not afraid of frost and winters well under cover. Susceptibility to disease is weak. For a stable crop, planting should be placed on fertile and well-drained soil.
The main differences of the above varieties
All the varieties described above are somewhat similar to each other, but at the same time they are completely different.In order to understand which one of them has the necessary characteristics, you can make a comparative table with which you can see all the main indicators:
| Favorite | Kokinskaya early | Venta | Cambridge Favorite | |
| Yield | High | Low | High | High |
| The taste and appearance of the fruit | Excellent | Excellent | A great | A great |
| Size of berries | Large, 20-25 grams | Medium, 10-14 grams | Small, up to 10 grams | Large, 25-30 grams |
| Transportability | Good | Average | Good | Good |
| Frost resistance | The plant needs shelter for the winter | Hibernates under adverse conditions under cover | Tolerates cold temperatures with shelter | Bushes can winter only with cover. |
| Resistance to common diseases | Average | High | Average | Average |
Based on all the data, you can come to the conclusionthat all varieties have excellent taste characteristics. Venta and Cambridge are the best choice for industrial use, they bring a rich harvest of universal berries and unpretentious care. Favorite can be used for various purposes, it is grown both in the beds and on the plantations.For home cultivation is well suited Kokin early, which is not afraid of return frost and does not require close attention.
Choosing a specific variety of strawberries for growing, first of all, you need to decide on the desired characteristics, based on which, and will be selected.