Raspberries are one of the most popular crops for cultivation among many summer residents. There are various varieties of this tasty and healthy berry.
One of the most unusual is Tibetan raspberry.
Description of the variety
Tibetan raspberry is one of the wild varieties of this crop.... The first mentions of it as a garden plant were made in Japan in the 19th century; Northern China and the Himalayas are also considered the ancestral home.
The second name of this variety strawberry raspberry... It is due to the fact that this berry is a hybrid of two crops, both in appearance and in taste.
The fruiting period lasts from mid-July until the onset of the first frost, from which we can conclude that such a plant brings a large amount of harvest.
Such a bush characterized by frost resistance and unpretentiousness to weather conditions... It can be grown in almost any climate, the main thing is to maintain favorable conditions, such as the absence of sharp winds and the prevention of soil drought.
Characteristics of the Tibetan rose-leaved (strawberry) raspberry
In the wild, such raspberries can reach 3 meters in length, but garden, domesticated plants are more modest in size, and reach a height of no more than 1.5 meters. The crown creates a rounded shape.
Leaves - the biological name of such a shrub is raspberry rose-leaved, which clearly indicates the similarity of this indicator in two crops.
The leaves are colored dark green with yellowish veins, collected in 5-7 pieces on one petiole, small notches along the edges.
Flowers - raspberries of this variety form white, single flowers, which are large in size, they can be up to 5 centimeters in diameter. Consist of 5 petals.
The flowering period lasts until mid-autumn and new inflorescences seem to replace the already ripe berries.
Berries - juicy, have a sweet and sour taste and a delicate, strawberry aroma. The size of the berries can reach the size of a walnut, the color is coral red.
From a distance, the fruits of Tibetan raspberries resemble strawberries, thereby causing bewilderment and envious glances of neighbors.
Thorns - large and spicy, are not the most pleasant distinctive feature of this variety.
When working with Tibetan raspberries, do not forget about the presence of thorns, always use rubber gloves and be extremely careful.
Advantages and disadvantages, useful properties
Fruits have an unusual tastereminiscent of blackberries with light notes of pineapple. This combination is rarely found in nature.
The appearance, long fruiting and flowering, which lasts from mid-summer to the end of September, make Tibetan Raspberries an ideal addition to various landscape designs.
With its help, you can build an alpine slide or make a hedge.
Unpretentious care... This variety does not require special attention and constant monitoring. It is only necessary to water the bush on time so that it continues to delight with its appearance and delicious fruits.
It grows in almost all weather conditions. Differs in good frost resistance.
Poorly transported, therefore, Tibetan raspberries are extremely rare on store shelves.
The creep of the root system is more of a disadvantage than a plus, because if you do not stop the disorderly growth in time, you will have to dig up the site, freeing up space for other crops.
Sharp thorns can easily injure a persontherefore working with this variety can be dangerous and unpleasant.
Features of planting a Chinese hybrid
When choosing seedlings, be sure to pay attention to the external condition. Any damage, in the form of twisted sheets or yellowing, may indicate damage to the plant.
Such a bush is unlikely to be able to take root on the site and will soon die.
Depending on the climate Tibetan raspberries can be planted both in sunny areas and in partial shade... It is worth noting that she loves warm and sunny weather. You should not choose low-lying places where melted snow and puddles accumulate after rain.
It is best to plant a shrub late September - early October... It is during this period that there is the greatest probability of maintaining the viability of the plant.
Prefers fertile lands with neutral or alkaline reaction. For the best arrangement of raspberries in a new place, it is recommended to add one bucket of peat and half a bucket of manure to each planting hole.
It is better to arrange the bushes in rows, while the distance between the plants is 80-100 centimeters, the depth of the pit should be 50 centimeters.
After placing the seedling in the hole, it must be covered with fertile soil and watered abundantly.
This variety has a very developed root system. And so that raspberries do not crowd out other crops you need to provide a clear framework for growth.
To do this, a slate fence with a depth of 1 meter is dug along the perimeter of the landing.
Care
Tibetan raspberry is not much different from other varieties of this plant. She is unpretentious and requires minimal attention.
Watering
The best thing carry out this procedure dailyto prevent drying out. On average, one bush takes 10 liters of water.
In rainy weather, you do not need to water raspberries at all, but in drought, the amount of moisture must be increased.
Tibetan raspberry does not tolerate dry and hot weather... Therefore, in such periods, in addition to root irrigation, rain is also carried out.
Top dressing
It is necessary to feed the plant twice a year.:
- In the spring, immediately after the snow melts, granules of ammonium sulfate should be scattered over the root zone.
- In autumn, potassium sulfide is used. It does not need to be diluted, it is applied directly in dry form.
In order for the fertilization to be as effective as possible, after the procedure, it is necessary to cover the root zone with mulch from peat, manure or humus.
Loosening
The Tibetan raspberry has a very delicate and fragile root system, which, moreover, is located very close to the surface of the earth, therefore loosen the ground very carefully.
The same goes for removing weeds. These actions are best done manually, without the use of special tools.
Preparing for winter
This variety does not require any special preparation and the creation of special shelters. In autumn, after the dying off of the green part of the plant, it must be completely cut off, leaving branches 4-5 centimeters high.
After which they need cover with spruce branches and cover with soil... This preparation will help the shrub survive even the coldest temperatures.
Reproduction methods
Tibetan raspberries can be propagated using a variety of techniques and technologies.
Cuttings
Autumn is considered the best time, it is best to do the procedure after harvest... It is necessary to dig up a bush and divide it into several parts, and on each part there must be a bud.
Then the resulting seedlings are placed in a hole, the size of which exceeds the dimensions of the roots. And at the end, all adult stems are cut off, leaving a small stump, up to 3 centimeters high.
Rhizome processes
Usually, a lot of young shoots accumulate around adult plants that are more than five years old.
It must be uprooted with a sharp shovel and the bush should be placed in a spacious planting pit.
This type of breeding is suitable for both autumn and spring periods.... The main thing is to make sure that the raspberries are either dead or have not yet entered the phase of active growth.
Seeds
This method is the most difficult of all presented, requires a lot of effort and patience:
- From overripe berries, you need to carefully select the seeds. To do this, the fruits must be slightly crushed and left in this form for 2-3 days.
- Then the resulting slurry is washed with a sieve. The resulting seeds must be dried.
- Then they need to be placed in containers with sand to a depth of 2-3 mm.
- Such a design is placed in the refrigerator for a month, and then moved to room temperature.
- Then you need to monitor the favorable soil moisture, and after 3-4 weeks the first shoots will appear.
Diseases and pests
In this aspect, Tibetan raspberries are not much different from other representatives of this culture.
Preventive measures will be constant and high-quality care, which is expressed in the following factors:
- timely feeding;
- frequent weeding;
- preventing waterlogging of the soil;
- harvesting dry branches and foliage, because it is in it that various parasites can live.
But if the plant was still affected, to get rid of parasites, you must take the following measures:
- DDT, Karbofos and Detoil's solution will be effective for pest control;
- a solution of copper sulfate or Brodsky liquid will help get rid of diseases;
- the most practical method is to remove the infected plant parts. They must be burned, because using diseased branches and leaves for composting or mulch can make things worse.
The most common ailments that affect raspberries:
- Raspberry and strawberry weevil - It feeds on the leaves and flowers of the plant and can lead to significant crop loss.
- Raspberry beetle - likes to feast on fruits and leaves.
- Anthracnose - manifests itself in the form of light brown oblong spots, which gradually increase.
- Yellow mosaic.
- Root cancer - is a bacterial disease, it affects the root system of young and weak plants.
- Chlorosis - yellowing and gradual dying off of plant foliage begins.
Raspberry rose-leaved (Tibetan or Chinese), description of properties:
Tibetan raspberry is a beautiful and unusual plant that combines the characteristics of two cultures. It does not require much maintenance, but it still yields a good harvest.
Many gardeners consider themselves to be fans of this shrub for its incredible taste and beautiful appearance.