Selection does not stand still. New varieties of root crops, trees and other plants appear all the time. Now dessert lovers will be able to grow on their own plot, and then enjoy a new unique berry - strawberry "jolie". This variety was bred quite recently by Italian breeders. The plant turned out to be very hardy, it has many advantages.
"Joli" (strawberry): berry description
The plant has a number of advantages over relatives. Strawberry "jolie" is the result of crossing several hybrid varieties of strawberries. The berry has an average ripening period. The collection period is approximately three weeks. Productivity - 700-850 g per bush. The leaves on the bushes are large and smooth, bright green.
Peduncles are numerous, the plant reproduces very well. Seedlings take root quickly, have an excellent root system and persistent viability. The fruits are one-dimensional, weighing on average from 20 g to 35 g. By the end of the harvest, they may become slightly smaller.
When the berries are fully ripe, they become evenly colored. Strawberry skin is shiny, bright red. There are no empty cavities inside the berries, regardless of the weather. The flesh is juicy, fully colored and firm. The berries taste very sweet, with a pleasant slight sourness and a multifaceted aroma. Strawberry "jolie" is resistant to foliar diseases and root rot.
Other benefits
Strawberry "jolie" due to its strength is perfectly transported and does not wrinkle.
Besides, it is unpretentious, the bushes take root perfectly. They can be planted in any region, as the plant is drought-resistant, winter-hardy. Strawberries "jolie" can grow even in poor soils, but more frequent feeding will be required. Otherwise, she does not need a special approach.
Planting and care
Strawberry "jolie" is planted at a distance of 30 centimeters between the bushes. There can be 4-5 plants per square meter. For a full return after the first planting for the next year, cassette seedlings should be made (until the end of July - beginning of August).
For jolie strawberries, early planting is recommended to allow flowers to form. Otherwise, next year there will be only a couple of peduncles on the bush. In regions where summers are very hot, planting is best done in spring.
Strawberries love complete mineral fertilizers. After harvesting, mowing is not required. The usual sanitary cleaning is done, nitrogen-miner altop dressing. Strawberries grown in tunnels are quickly catching up with early varieties. Mustaches from fruit-bearing beds need to be removed and queen cells should be made.
For the winter, strawberries are covered with vegetable mulch and agrofibre. If its thickness is 30 centimeters, double layer, 60 cm - single. Despite good winter hardiness, you still need to be more careful in the northern regions, since this variety was created for the European climate.
Reviews about strawberry "jolie"
"Joli" (strawberry) reviews are positive. After all, this is a very unpretentious plant, it bears fruit well, the berries are very large and sweet. The leaves and root system are tolerant of major pests. Growers note high productivity.
In Europe, this strawberry variety is used for industrial plantings. The plant is grown according to an intensive scheme, propagated using the freego technology. Strawberries are ideal for commercial cultivation in small and large volumes. The plant is also suitable for summer cottages.
