Grapes are a unique berry, known for a long time for its beneficial properties and taste. To date, there is an abundant variety of varieties that are created based on the climatic conditions of the regions for the maximum yield. Let's talk about one of the varieties called so: Fun grapes.
Variety description
This is a pretty common look. Grapes "Zabava" were bred by the famous breeder V. V. Zagorulko, by combining the varieties "Laura" and "Kodryanka". In the people you can hear another name for this type of dark grape, such as "Black Laura".
This berry has a short ripening period of only 100-110 days. And the bushes themselves grow very quickly and are able not only to bear fruit, but also to perform decorative functions for open buildings, for example, verandas. The clusters of this variety are cylindrical in shape and can reach a mass of up to 900 g.
If we talk about berries of such a variety as "Zabava" (grapes), their description will be based on fairly large sizes (one berry 10-11 g), as well asextraordinary taste. This variety is very juicy and tasty, perfect for various preparations, including making homemade wine and juice.
The level of frost resistance of berries reaches minus 21 degrees Celsius, while they are not subject to rot attacks and practically do not get sick. The disadvantages include the increased attention of wasps to this variety.
Planting grapes "Fun"
The "Zabava" grape variety is unpretentious, so planting is possible on any soil, but it will give a higher yield in the black earth region.
Landing is possible both in spring and in autumn. When buying seedlings, it is important to pay attention to the roots, which should not be dry, and the shoot should be green and reach at least 15 cm in length.
Before planting, carefully inspect the roots and remove the dried parts. For the rapid and productive development of the seedling, leave only 2-4 eyes on it, and remove the rest. Choose a soil with good moisture, ideally, groundwater should pass at a level of 2 meters down. Pit depths of 0.8 m will be sufficient. Be sure to fertilize the soil before planting with minerals and humus.
When your sprout is planted, be sure to pour plenty of water (20 liters) and loosen the soil.
Watering grapes
Proper watering is essential to obtain a high level of yield. Avoid the two most common mistakes:
- watering every day with a hose;
- wateringon the bushes from above, while falling on the flowers.
The best way to supply Fun grapes with water is the trench method. In the spring, it is better to water the bushes with cool water, which will slow down flowering and prevent frosts from harming the crop.
Special watering is required during the flowering period of the plant, especially during periods such as:
- when the flowers start to bloom;
- after they fade;
- when berries are just beginning to form.
For the cold season, grapes must be wrapped. Especially in the central regions of Russia, where winters can be quite severe, the question often arises of how to cover grapes for the winter in the Moscow region and other regions.
How to wrap grapes
Despite the rather high rate of frost resistance (21 degrees), grapes still require careful handling and wrapping for the winter. Consider how to cover the grapes for the winter in the suburbs.
In order not to get the process of decay of the variety in the end, it is necessary to lay polyethylene or thin plywood on the ground so that after laying the vine it does not come into contact with the soil.
Wrapping grapes will take place in several stages:
- First, you need to tie each bush with several ribbons or a soft rope.
- Lay tied shrubs on covered ground.
- Next, you need to make and install a few metal arcs.
- It is laid on the arcspolyethylene, which will become a protective layer against frost and snow.
If you planted annual shoots, then you need to cut them off every year, while leaving the maximum number of eyes.
And also do not forget to fertilize the soil so that the harvest always remains stable at a high level. Moreover, it is necessary to fertilize before the flowering of the Zabava grape variety.
Protection from diseases and pests
Zabava grapes may be subject to fungal diseases and pest attacks such as mildew and oidium. To avoid damage to your plant, chemical or agrotechnical treatment should be carried out in time.
If your grapes are attacked by mildew, do the following to protect yourself:
- Mulch the soil under the bush.
- Add potassium phosphorus fertilizer to the soil.
- Remove damaged branches.
- Carry out preventive treatment of bushes with a solution of Bordeaux mixture.
If your plant is attacked by oidiums, then you need to take the following measures:
- Tie up the shoots.
- Be sure to break off sections of affected branches.
- Weed completely around the bush to keep weeds away.
- Also treat with Bordeaux liquid or colloidal sulfur.
With timely implementation of all protection measures, your crop will remain whole and will delight with its taste.
Variety "Zabava" is very popular due to its unpretentiousness and excellent taste. Let's see the reviews of gardeners about him.
Reviews about the grape variety "Zabava"
If you look at what about such a variety as Zabava grapes, reviews in the horticultural environment, then the majority remained quite the chosen variety.
The main thing that lovers of cottages and gardens emphasize is a beautiful appearance and taste. The main advantages are unpretentiousness and frost resistance, which allows expanding the range of grape cultivation. It enjoys great popularity in central Russia, in particular, the Moscow region and nearby areas.
Even beginner gardeners are advised to plant and grow this particular grape variety.
