Grapes - a genus of plants of the family Vinogradovye, which has more than 70 species, growing for the most part in temperate climates.
Variety "Memory Dombkovskoy" different pleasant taste of fruit and rich color of berries.
Breeding history
The grapes of the “Memory of Dombkovskaya” were bred by an enthusiast from Orenburg Shatilov, Fyodor Ilyich about thirty years ago. This variety is also often referred to as black seedless winter hardy variety (CSR).
Fyodor Ilyich called this variety of grapes as a sign of respect for his colleague Yanina Dombkovskaya, who collaborated with him. In order to get the variety “In memory of Dombkovskaya”, the breeder crossed the “Dawn of the North” together with the variety “Kishmish unique.” After some time, Fedor passed tens of thousands of cuttings to Chelyabinsk garden farms, where the incredible harvest of grapes ChBZ was grown.
Description and distinctive characteristics
Grapes "Memory Dombkovskoy" has an interesting description, and below is a photo. 
This variety is table-sod. Is different strong and fast-growing shrubs and strong vines. The latter grows five meters in a season and fully matures even in extreme conditions. Leaves with long petioles are dark green in color, and the berries are medium in size, grow in large clusters and at the same time appear almost black.
It ripens from mid-August to late September (it all depends on the climate). Ripe berries, which continue to grow on the bush, do not crack and become more and more sweet. And by the end of autumn turn into a kind of raisins. Pulp berry burgundy color with a pronounced sweet-sour taste.
We recommend to get acquainted with other varieties of dark blue grapes: "Fun", "Viking", "Isabella", "Ruslan", "Gala", "Sphinx", "Volzhsky".
Features of growing
Like any other variety, the grapes "In Memory of Dombkovskaya" require special growing conditions. So, you need proper watering and suitable soil.
Important! It is better not to overload the bushes with the crop, because in this case the taste of the berries may deteriorate: they will become more acidic or even start to taste bitter.
Lighting
Grape "Memory Dombkovskaya" requires as much sunlight as possible. Based on this, a reasonable solution would be to plant this bush on the south side of the site. 
Soil requirements
The bush is quite demanding of the soil, so if the latter does not possess high fertility, there is a need to introduce organic fertilizers.
This variety loves loamy soil or black soil, but does not tolerate the land in which water stagnates. The soil for the grapes should be prepared in advance so that she has time to settle.
So, it is necessary to carry out the following manipulations:
- Dig the right number of holes in one meter depth and a distance of 1.5-2 meters between them.
- Pour rubble or gravel into the pits, which will serve as drainage.
- Put humus mixed with phosphate-potassium fertilizers on top.
- Securely fasten a peg in the middle of the pit on which the vine will be tied.
- After the above actions, let the soil rest for a couple of weeks.
Rules of planting grapes "Memory Dombkovskaya"
It is extremely important to plant the bush in such a way that it brings tasty and juicy berries and please gardeners more than one year.
Selection of seedlings
It should be noted that the seedlings better to choose in the fall, because in that case they will definitely be fresh. In the spring you risk to buy dried saplings with frost-bitten roots, because it is not known how they were stored in winter. The advantage of buying in the fall lies in the fact that you can see the berry of the variety “In memory of Dombkovska” with your own eyes. If you decide to plant grapes in the spring, pay attention to the growing seedlings grown in packages.
Timing
It is possible to plant a bush both in the spring, and in the fall. From April to May, one-year-old seedlings that are woody should be planted, and from late May to June - green vegetative plants. In autumn, the grapes are planted from October until the soil freezes. The technology is the same as in spring planting; however, seedlings planted in autumn will need to be more carefully protected from frost.
Landing pattern
Planting should be made in the already prepared soil (according to the above tips). So, in the hole, which was previously poured a layer of drainage and humus, you should put a seedling with straightened roots and gently sprinkle with earth. Next, you need to tamp the ground around the seedling and pour it with warm water. It is advisable to mulch the bush with a dark film or mowed grass for better heating. 
Grade Care
With the right approach to irrigation and fertilizer, it is possible to achieve faster ripening of the bushes and, subsequently, more extensive yields of berries. It is also important to know how to properly cut the grapes of the “Memory of Dombkovskaya”.
Watering
Moisture charging watering is done in the autumn, after the leaves of the grapes were sheltered for the winter. If the land enters the winter dry, it will be very bad for grapes. If the autumn was rainy, you should not use this type of watering. In the spring, this watering is done after the vines have been tied up.
Vegetation watering is done when the plant needs it most. Thus, the need for such irrigation occurs before the opening of the peephole and during the setting and growth of berries. In the second half of summer, the bushes should not be watered. So, a fortnight before harvesting, it is necessary to stop any watering of the soil. Drainage watering is often used by amateurs in their small vineyards. So, asbestos-cement pipes are buryed along the row (diameter - 100-150 mm, depth - 40-50 cm). The soil from above should remain approximately 10 cm. 10-20 small holes should be drilled from the bottom of the pipe. After the pipe has been installed, the upper end should be closed to avoid trash entering. This type of irrigation is very convenient and effective, because the water immediately goes to the roots of the plant, which has a positive effect on the latter.
Did you know? 71% of the total grape harvest is used for making wine, 27% is eaten fresh and 2% is used for raisins.
Fertilizer
About feeding the variety "In memory of Dombkovskaya" should be remembered even when the bush did not wake up. In early spring, while there is still snow, it is necessary to scatter superphosphate in granules (about 40 g per square meter) along the near-stem hole. In this way, we will take care of the proper awakening of the vine. 
The next feeding should take place in May in the form of nitrogen, which helps the plant to increase its green mass. After the buds are swollen, the vine need to water infusion of chicken manure, because it contains a lot of nitrogen, as well as other useful trace elements.
To prepare the infusion should follow this recipe: 1 part of the liquid substrate should be mixed with two parts of water and left to rest for a week. Next, this solution should be diluted with water at a ratio of 1:10 and water the grapes with the expectation of one liter per plant. After making this fertilizer grapes need to pour plenty of water.
Remarkable varieties of blue grapes with table intended use: "In Memory of Negrul", "Pretty Woman", "Moldova", "Codreanca".
Pruning
Pruning grapes - an annual event to shorten the perennial branches and annual shoots. To pruning should start in october after leaf fall. So, on the branch that left it, you need to leave only two well-developed and mature branches that are at the base.
The rest without regret must be removed. Next of the two branches of the lower need to cut to two buds, and the top - up to 7-15. Thus, we have two vines of different lengths, called the fruit link.
The following spring shoots will grow from the vine as well as from the bitch with the harvest. We formed a long vine so that it would yield a crop (that is, it is the fruit part). A short one should grow two new vines to form a fruit vine next year (growth part).
Important! Such pruning must be done every year without fail.
Spraying against pests and diseases
The variety “In Memory of Dombkovskaya” is not very susceptible to attacks of various fungi and pests, however, it is still afraid of mildew and oidium, therefore it will not be superfluous to spray grapes for the purpose of prevention.
So, mildew helps spraying 2% solution Bordeaux liquid, and in order to prevent the need to spraying 5% solution of copper sulphate. From oidium protect 5% solution of parchment potassium or calcined salt. Also it is worth considering that if the grapes are on the vine for a long time, then there is a danger of wasp attacks.
Features wintering varieties
The variety is also incredibly resistant to frosty winters. Even if you cut the vineyard high, the vine will not die at -28 ° C. Snow also does not interfere with this variety. Of course, it would not be superfluous to use shelter for the winter for the vine, because in this case it will not die even at -30 ° C.
Advantages and disadvantages
Already from the description it is clear that the grape variety “In Memory of Dombkovskaya” is a wonderful option for beginners who want to master the technique of growing grapes. 
The advantages of the plant weight:
- The harvest is quite abundant compared with other varieties growing to the north (for example, in the Urals).
- The frost resistance of the grapes can not but rejoice, because it does not respond to the lowest possible air temperature (up to -30 ° C).
- Resistance to diseases and pests at a high level. In addition, there is the possibility of processing plants for the prevention and control of diseases already occurring.
- The variety matures very quickly, delighting with tasty and beautiful berries.
- The variety “In Memory of Dombkovskaya” tolerates not only frost, but also drought.
Did you know? Grapes grow almost 80 thousand square meters across the globe.
There are no significant deficiencies in the variety. Grapes "Memory Dombkovskaya", judging by the reviews of experienced gardeners, very strong-growing. The vine grows as thick as a finger and matures remarkably. Also note the amazing taste of grapes as an independent product, and its derivatives (compote, juice, wine, etc.).
Summing up, it should be said that the grapes "In Memory of Dombkovskaya" is a wonderful variety, ideal for growing by beginners: it is unpretentious in care, it withstands frost well and at the same time gives a rich harvest of delicious berries without pits.
