As a result of crossing two grape varieties - Podarok Zaporozhye and Arcadia - a hybrid form of Bazhen was born at the breeder VV Zagorulko. Grapes in terms of ripening is very early. From the beginning of the growing season (the period of bud break) to the full ripening of the fruits of this hybrid form, only one hundred days are needed. Already in mid-August, you can enjoy this juicy beautiful berry.
Vine characteristics
The shoots ripen excellently and are distinguished by good growth strength in the Bazhena variety. Grapes have trouble-free cuttings that root perfectly. Vine growers noted that the vine of this hybrid form ripens in the range from 2/3 to 4/5 of the length.
Bazhena bushes belong to the class of vigorous growth, the diameter of the trunk reaches 10 cm. It is recommended to do the average pruning of fruiting vines for 6-8 eyes, but you can also cut it for 2-3 eyes. At the same time, one should take into account the optimal load on each bush, which is 30-35 eyes, which is an excellent indicator! Many grape growers claim that the first buds also produce excellent fruits. Most flowering plants have bisexual flowers andadapted to reliable cross-pollination. The Bazhen variety is also characterized by the presence of bisexual flowers. This grape has a type of flower that is adapted to self-pollination, or the flowers are pollinated by insects.
Stability of the Bazhen hybrid form
The fruit bud can withstand frosts down to -23ºС. Resistance to fungal diseases such as mildew (other names: downy mildew or pernosporosis) and oidium (in other words, real powdery mildew or ashtray), this hybrid form is at the level of 3 points. Sometimes heavy clusters of Bazhena lie almost on the ground, and at the same time they do not show any signs of fungal infections and rot.
Bazhen table grapes. Fruit Description
Bazhena's clusters are large, medium density, sometimes branched. They have a beautiful cylindrical or conical shape. The average weight can reach one kilogram in a single bunch of the Bazhen variety. The grapes of this hybrid form have yellowish, very large fleshy juicy berries. The mass of each of them can be more than twenty grams.
Oval-elongated or egg-shaped berry 48 by 28 mm in size with good sugar accumulation has a pleasant harmonious taste and aroma corresponding to the variety. In fruits, the presence of subtle fruity notes is heard, reminiscent of the taste of cherries or apples. Berry pulp is dense, with a crunch. Everyone will admire such grape fruits. No one will remain indifferent!
The amazing Bazhena grape variety is good in every way. Its large beautiful bunches have juicy berries with excellent varietal taste. Possesses the highest commodity qualities and the increased safety during transportation. Bazhena is a worthy hybrid form of table grape, which is perfect for growing in home vineyards.
