Pear Karataevskaya

Pear Karataevskaya was bred by scientists of the Federal Altai Scientific Center for Agrobiotechnology (Barnaul) by crossing varieties "Dessert Mliyevskaya"; and "Granddaughter". The new variety was named after one of the breeders – Elvira Karataeva. In 2011, the pear was included in the State Register with permission to grow in the East Siberian region.

Variety advantages: self-pollination, high yield, dessert taste of fruits, immunity to a number of fungal diseases.

Characteristics of the variety

Treeof medium height, 2-4 m high, in need of shaping. The crown is sparse, cone-shaped, lateral processes and buds are poorly developed. Shoots are reddish-brown, long, thickened. The leaves are ovate with serrated edges.

Fruits widely pear-shaped, medium-sized. The average weight of one pear – 107-110 gr. In mature fruits, the skin is – dark red. With technical (removable) maturity – one half of the pear is greenish-yellow. Pulp – whitish, fine-grained, very juicy. Taste – sweet and sour, tasting score 4.9 points and 5.

The shelf life of a pear in a warm room is short. In the refrigerator, the harvested crop does not spoil for up to 2 months.

Productivitypears «Karataevskaya» from 15-20 kg / tree, up to 114.7 c / ha (subject to the rules of planting and care). Ripening terms – early autumn, September 12-18. Fruiting is regular, starting from 4-5 years of planting.

Immuneto most fungal diseases. Under unfavorable conditions and in proximity to infected plants, the variety may be affected by black rot and scab. The main pest of Karataevskaya – green aphid. To reduce the risks of infection, preventive measures will help – sanitary cleaning, burning of fallen leaves and fruits, spring treatment with biological preparations.

Growing conditions. Frost and drought resistance of pear Karatevskaya is average. In a harsh winter with little snow, the tree may freeze slightly. Insufficient watering adversely affects the quality and taste of the fruit. Big plus grade – self-pollination, fruit formation does not depend on the presence of other pear varieties in the neighborhood.

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