This grape, it would seem, has all the characteristics to become a favorite of the estate. He is not afraid of neither Russian winters, nor spring cold, nor fungi. To the soil is also not too capricious.
Does not crack, stored without problems. And weighty blue clusters, which can be seen from afar, are picturesquely hanging from hedges, pleasing the eye.
This variety is good not only for home farms, but also for plantations. Well, what is not good, especially for a beginner grower?
And yet, despite all these undeniable advantages, Charlie can not boast of great popularity among gardeners. What is the matter?
What kind is it?
Charlie is a table subspecies of early ripening. Berry ripen to the second half of August.
It is mainly used in the preparation of liqueurs, juices and desserts, also in bouquets of red wines.
Lia, Red Delight and Amirkhan also differ in early maturity.
In fresh form, it is also suitable, but few people like it because of the specific “tomato”, as it is called, taste, which does not always go to the end of ripening.
The berries do not crack, do not spoil, do not crumble, they are well stored, they also withstand transportation over long distances. Experienced gardeners say it's better to let the berries hang right up to the first of October, to save up sugar, and the notorious solanic aroma by this time most often passes.
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Charlie Grape: variety description
Bushes of this grade differ in the high force of growth. The vine is brown, powerful, flexible. Flower androgynous. The cluster is above the average size (up to 800 g), the shape is cylindrical at the top, and “flows down” with an elongated cone.
Bisexual flowers can also boast Romeo, Helios and Timur.
Moderately dense, not prone to pea. Berry large, weighing about 10 g, color from dark blue to black.
The skin is dense, medium thickness, edible. The flesh is fleshy, juicy, moderately sweet with sourness and a noticeable solanaceous (or so-called "tomato" flavor).
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Breeding history
The variety Charlie owes its birth to the breeder E. G. Pavlovsky. "Parents" - Victoria and Nadezhda Azos. Is quite young and is currently being tested in the southern regions of Belarus.
According to preliminary statements by gardeners, it feels good not only in the South and the Black Sea region, but also in the central regions, where winters are quite severe.
Specifications
The variety is very resistant to fungi, as well as frost (up to -24 degrees Celsius), but requires shelter for the winter.
Resistant to spring frosts. Heavy rain is afraid.
A good resistance to fungal and demonstrate the Viking, Crystal and Rizamata descendant.
Practically does not need to be protected by chemicals, which is good not only for winegrowers, but also for those who are taking the first steps in this area. Does not crack, does not rot during storage.
Matures almost the entire length of growth. Charlie's sugar content is up to 19%, acidity is about 8 g / l. Charlie is very prolific, you can expect a harvest even from stepchildren.
Therefore, for high-quality and regular fruiting, rationing is necessary. Norm per bush - 35 eyes. Cut to 6-8. Despite his “asceticism,” he still perceives additional care in the form of irrigation and fertilizer.
Require rationing and varieties such as Riddle of Ball, Nadezhda Aksayskaya and Giovanni.
Diseases and pests
This grape is not afraid of anything, even such widespread grape diseases like mildew and oidium, rot, anthracnose or chlorosis. And, according to serious experts, does not need chemicals at all. But still there are hunters for him. First of all it is, of course, birds. Even the notorious nightshade is not a hindrance for jays, tits, forty and sparrows.
Therefore it is necessary to put nets - strong and strong, but not rope - unless, of course, besides viticulture, the farmer is not keen on bird hunting. Posters and balloons with scary big-eyed muzzles, resembling a bird's, almost do not give effect.
Regarding wasps, farmers have no consensus. Some declare that the wasps are not terrible for Charlie, others, on the contrary, complain about their attacks. Therefore, it is still better to take action.
To do this, on the site you need to get rid of all the wasp families and nests, repair all the holes where striped robbers can settle. Bunches of grapes are dressed in special nets that prevent the wasps from reaching the berries.
As you can see, Charlie has almost no cons. He will be glad and experienced gardener, and quite a novice, because the variety does not require some complicated care, and gives clusters - you will love.
Solanum taste? Let it not scare you, for many wines it is even an advantage, as for example in Cabernet Sauvignon. Well, if you are determined to get rid of it - just leave the berries hanging until autumn. And sugar will be selected, and Solan flavor is likely to go away by itself.
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