Kesha grape hybrid - description and characteristics

Kesha is a famous hybrid of grapes, the result of the work of Russian breeders. Gardeners loved Kesha for its large bunches and berries, sweet and pleasant taste, and stable yield. The grapes turned out to be so successful that agronomists bred hybrids and varieties derived from it - Keshu 1, Keshu 2, Radiant and Red. Let's consider how they differ from each other and what to look for when planting and growing these crops.

Kesha grapes - variety description

The grapes are early ripe, the ripening period varies from 115 to 130 days, the duration depends on the region cultivation... The bushes are tall, reaching 6 m in height. Leaves are medium in size, light green. Bunches are conical in shape, growing on a long stem. The weight of one bunch is 700-900 g.

The berries are large, transparent green, round in shape. Berry weight is about 10 g. Due to its thick peel, Kesha is suitable for long-distance transportation. The pulp is sweet and tender the taste is sweet with a rich fruity aroma.

Fruiting 3-5 years after landing... The variety is self-fertile - no pollinating insects or other grape varieties are needed for the ovary. All berries are tightly pressed to each other, do not crumble or crack. The fresh harvest is stored in the refrigerator - the bunches do not lose their marketability and taste.

Attention! Kesha grapes are grown in the southern and northern regions, as well as in central Russia. It is characterized by frost resistance, which is important for areas with long cold winters and short summers. With proper care and timely feeding, Kesha is resistant to common crop diseases.

Derivative hybrids and their characteristics

The name Kesha is common among agronomists and gardeners. There are hybrids Kesha 1, Kesha 2, Kesha radiant, Kesha red. Each of them has its own advantages and disadvantages.

Kesha 1

Kesha 1 is a mid-late hybrid for growing in the northern regions of Russia. The bushes are powerful and medium-sized, the shoots grow straight. The leaves are large and slightly pubescent. Ripening period varies from 130 to 140 days. The weight of the bunch reaches 1 g, the weight of the berry is about 12 g, some specimens grow up to 16 g. The shape is elliptical, there is a strong waxy bloom on the light green peel. The skin is not as dense as that of Kesha, but this does not interfere with transporting clusters over long distances. Medium sweet taste, pleasant, with nutmeg aroma. The pulp is delicate, there are few seeds.

Interesting! Grape Kesha 1 has another name - Talisman. Of the advantages of the hybrid, gardeners note the large size of the bunches, the commercial qualities of the berries, frost resistance, and the plant's immunity to mildew.

Kesha 2

An early ripe hybrid is famous for its unpretentiousness - gardeners harvest in 100-115 days from the moment the buds bloom. Bushes are medium in size, vines are strong. The leaf plates are large, with a rich green hue. The weight of the bunch is from 1.5 to 2 kg, the weight of one berry is about 12-15 g. The color is transparent green, the flesh is fleshy, the rind is dense.

Due to the large number of seeds, it is only suitable for industrial cultivation. Dessert taste - moderately sweet with nutmeg aftertaste. Kesha 2 is suitable for transport and sale, and is resistant to fungal diseases.

Description of grapes Kesha Red

Kesha Red is a mid-season hybrid that ripens in 120-130 days. The bush is tall and dense, requires a lot of free space for landing... Bunches of conical-oval shape, weighing from 1.2 to 2 kg. The berries are firm and large, the weight of one varies from 12 to 17 g.

The color is green-red, the peel is dense, there is a waxy coating. The taste is sweet, the pulp is juicy, dense, aromatic. Red Kesha is rarely damaged by insects, after ripening, the berries do not crumble, they are suitable for transportation.

Attention! The grapes are distinguished by their vigor of growth, so gardeners tie them to wooden stakes to provide support. Also, the bunches are regularly thinned out so that the bush does not overload, and the berries grow large and sweet.

White Radiant

The hybrid is distinguished by drought resistance and frost resistance, unpretentious care, suitable for planting in the Urals and the Far East region. Ripening period 125-130 days. The bunches are large, cylindrical in shape. Berry weight 15-20 g, round shape, color beige-pink, there is a slight waxy coating. The skin is medium density, the flesh is fleshy. The taste is harmonious and sweet. White Radiant is universal in use, it is distinguished by its commercial qualities and transportability. Withstands temperature drop down to -27 ° С.

White Radiant is undemanding to the soil, but shows the best yield on moist and well-heated soil. The grapes are resistant to wasps and mildew, rarely affected by gray rot. White Radiant is suitable for industrial and personal cultivation.

Growing features

Kesha grapes bear fruit stably subject to the rules of planting and care. The plant needs regular watering and feeding. The choice of the landing site also plays a role.

Necessary conditions for growth

For Kesha, they choose spacious and sunny areas. They must be protected from winds, especially when it comes to northern regions. It is recommended to plant the grapes so that there is a fence, hedge or house on the north side of it. The day before planting, the seedling is soaked in water so that the roots are saturated with moisture and quickly adapt to the climatic conditions of the region. When choosing a seedling, attention is paid to its appearance - spots, cracks, breaks and other defects are unacceptable.

Attention! It is recommended to plant Kesha in early spring, having prepared the holes in advance. At the end of autumn, the site is dug up, a layer of peat and ash is introduced. A drainage layer of 15-20 cm from pebbles or broken bricks will not be superfluous. A seedling is placed in the prepared hole, a support is installed next to it - it is necessary for the grapes in the first years of life.

The grapes are planted deeply so that no more than two buds remain on the surface. Kesha is poured abundantly with clean water at room temperature, after which the plant is thoroughly mulched. A dry and windless day is chosen for planting.

Care rules

Caring for grapes does not require special knowledge. The main thing is to carry out all procedures on time, to prevent waterlogging or drying out of the soil, to monitor the amount of fertilizers applied:

1. The grapes are watered abundantly during the growth of the berries, and from the end of July watering is stopped. Waterlogging leads to the formation of root rot, the plant stops growing and developing. For young plants, 10 liters of water are consumed, for adults 12-14 liters. The frequency of watering depends on the weather conditions - if there is frequent rain, they are reduced.
2. At least twice a season, grapes are fed with ash, humus, ammonium sulfate, ammonium nitrate. Mineral dressing is applied before and after flowering, organic - before fruit ripening. Foliar dressing is carried out 2-3 times a season - they ensure friendly ripening of fruits and protect Kesha from diseases and insects.
3. Throughout the season, planting is mulched and loosened. The procedures provide oxygen access to the roots, strengthen the immunity of grapes, and prevent the appearance of pests.

Gardeners pay special attention to pruning grapes. During the budding period, the sterile shoots growing at the base are cut off.All weak and dry branches are also broken off - they are unsuitable for the formation of new fruits. At the end of June, fruit sprouts are pinched - this provides nutrition for the bunches. The berries gain weight and taste at this time. When the vine becomes longer than 3 m, it is pinched. Also, do not forget about pinching, from June to August all mustaches are cut out.

Diseases and pests

Due to an overabundance of mineral supplements and hot weather, Kesha can get sick with anthracnose. Fungal disease affects all parts of the plant; brown and brown spots are visible on the leaves. After a week, they spread not only to shoots and leaves, but also to fruits. For preventive purposes, gardeners use dusting with sulfur and spraying with a solution of copper sulfate. For the treatment of anthracnose drugs "Switch" or "Teldor" are used.

Of the pests on the site, there are moths, pillowcases, flies, slugs, weevils. Some insects feed on leaves, others on grape juice. For prevention, it is recommended to follow the planting recommendations - soak the seedling in a solution of potassium permanganate, apply fertilizer to the soil, and clean the soil from weeds. They get rid of insects with the help of folk and professional means - they spray the bushes with an ash solution, the preparation "Nitrafen" or "Confidor".

Conclusion

Kesha hybrid and its varieties are versatile and frost-resistant grapes. It is planted in the Moscow region and Siberia, in the Urals and in central Russia. Kesha 1 and Kesha 2 are distinguished by light green fruits and pleasant taste, Kesha Red - reddish berries with nutmeg aroma and aftertaste. Caring for Kesha consists of watering and fertilizing, pruning and loosening. The berries have a dense skin, so the harvest is suitable for transportation and storage. The fruits are eaten fresh, and also used for processing - they prepare jam, juices, jams, marshmallows.