Strawberry is one of those beloved berries of all, which is loved by both adults and children. The popularity of such a sweet berry led breeders to grow more and more new, more refined varieties.. This sort of strawberry is the Lord, described below.
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Brief description of the variety
One of the most popular varieties, both among experienced gardeners and novice amateur gardeners, is the variety under the proud name Lord. The popularity of this species is due to its excellent taste, large size of berries, as well as high yield and excellent stability.
Little history
This popular berry was invented by British breeders, and immediately gained its popularity around the world. This is a perennial mid-ripening. The berry itself is round, resembles a cone, it tastes sweet, but with a very tangible sourness. The weight of one berry ranges from 80 and up 100 gram. It begins to bear fruit in late June, high yields are observed until mid-July. The bush itself reaches a height of 60 cm. On one bush, up to 6 fruits ripen at a time. For a season on one bush matures up to 3 kg. berries
With proper care, the Lord fructifies up to 10 years. Peduncles need to be tied up, as large fruits tilt them to the ground. Winter-hardy and frost-resistant. The berries are quite dense, well transported. Garden strawberries Lord is experiencing winter well, but tolerates frequent rains rather poorly, fruits begin to rot. Therefore, in a climate where there are constant and heavy rains, the berry does not ripen and dies.
It grows very quickly, throws a lot of antennae. Since the fruits and the bushes themselves are quite large, they should be planted at least 60 cm apart. Such a planting will also remove weeds, without undue injury to the bush, and also retains moisture in the roots.
Advantages and disadvantages of the variety
The main advantages of the Lord include:
- Great frost resistance.
- Large dense fruits.
- High yield.
- Great taste qualities.
- Longevity.
Of the shortcomings, perhaps, there is only one: badly tolerates rain and damp.
Where better to grow strawberries Lord
This variety grows well and bears fruit in most different climatic regions in our latitudes. It tolerates autumn and spring frosts, is resistant to pests and various diseases.
But you should not grow such a berry in a damp marshland: The fruit is rotting, and with a lack of sunlight and in constantly moist soil does not ripen.
Planting strawberries
Soil preparation
It is very important to choose the right place for planting strawberries. The beds should be in a sunny place. With a lack of sunlight, the quality of the fruit is significantly reduced: the berries will be small, and the yield will not be as high as in a well-lit area.
Before embarking on planting, need to carefully prepare the soil: clear of weeds and last year’s plants. Then the soil is disinfected by treating it with ammonia solution. After the treatment of the soil, it is impossible to start planting strawberries immediately; the soil should be allowed to dry thoroughly.
Landing
After all these procedures, you can proceed directly to the landing. Strawberries are planted in a staggered manner, at least 60 cm between the bushes.
Many experienced gardeners planted strawberries under the film. This method of cultivation greatly facilitates the care and harvest. To do this, in a plastic film, make cuts, spread it on the ground and plant bushes so that the upper part remains above the film.
Strawberries can be planted both in early spring (after frost), and in early autumn, before the onset of frost. Adult rooted shrubs tolerate frost well, but young, only planted bushes can die if they do not have time to take root before frost.
Watering
Shrubs need regular watering, especially before the fruit begins to ripen. When the first fruits are already ripe, watering should be somewhat reduced. A modern drip irrigation system is excellent for watering.. The soil also needs to be loosened and removed regularly. To preserve moisture in the soil, it is possible to produce soil mulching.
Top dressing
To increase the yield, you can feed strawberries with organic fertilizer. It is also necessary to regularly tear the antennae.which take the life force from the bush and impede the abundant fruiting.
Breeding
Such a variety of strawberries, like other varieties, antennae from the mother bush. To do this, experienced gardeners wait for the formation of an independent outlet, then it neatly otelut and placed in conditions favorable for the formation of seedlings. Then new bushes are planted in the ground.
Pests and diseases
This variety is resistant to all sorts of pests and diseases. But still sometimes strawberries suffer from such common diseases as: powdery mildew, gray mold, late blight, fusarium and verticillous wilt. Fortunately, from all these troubles there are special preparations that are sold in each specialty store. The main thing is to apply them in a timely manner, and strictly adhere to the instructions for use.
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- Strawberry Fusarium
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- Phytophthalosis of strawberry roots
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- Gray rot
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- Verticillous wilting of strawberries
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- Mealy dew
Conclusion
The variety of strawberries Lord is an excellent option, both for a small garden plot, and for large areas. It can be grown for yourself and your loved ones, and for the purpose of sale. The variety is frost-resistant, sun-loving, also has excellent resistance to pests and diseases.. The lord is a real long-liver. One has only to correctly follow all the recommendations for planting and growing, and the Lord will always delight you and your loved ones with large juicy fragrant sweet-sour fruits.