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Strawberry The description of the variety, photos, reviews that are available on the Internet, once again confirm its popularity and fertility. This species appeared not so long ago. But despite this, he managed to take a worthy place among other varieties. Due to the incredible aroma of berries and high taste, it is increasingly seeking to plant summer residents on their plots. Knowledge of how to grow it properly will allow you to get a bountiful harvest every season.
Description variety of strawberries Kupchikhi
A plant grows in the form of a bush, which becomes a spherical shape. It grows up to 30 cm tall. Deciduous plates roundish, slightly concave inward. The surface is glossy. The edges of the leaves are covered with cloves of medium size. Each plate has three parts.
It is forbidden to plant strawberries near potatoes or tomatoes. This can lead to diseases such as late blight.
In the process of growth, a small amount of antennae grows from the bushes of the strawberry Kupchikhi. They are reddish and medium in size. The uniqueness of this species is that even in the first year of life it gives a good harvest.
The monger is a mid-season variety. Depending on the place of planting and the region, the first harvest can be observed in early June. With proper care, berries grow up to 6 cm long and weigh about 30 grams.
One bush can be harvested from a single bush. Berries are long, slightly flattened. Very often, the fruits resemble the shape of the scapula. From above, they have a rich red tint with a purple tint. The flesh is red, slightly juicy, without sour.
Benefits of the fruit of the strawberry The merchant:
- tolerate transportation;
- is beautifully stored for a long period of time;
- are not affected by diseases and pests;
- bushes perfectly tolerate durable drought.
It should also be noted that the strawberry of this variety grows well in areas with a cold climate. Bushes perfectly tolerate strong and prolonged frosts.
Secrets of growing this variety
The yield of strawberries Kupchiki depends on planting and care. Also, the number of fruits is influenced by the choice of land and soil. These are the main points to consider in order to get the desired result.
Berries will be large if the plant is planted near a large pear or apple tree.
Landing Place. The best place to grow is an area with lots of sun or partial shade. If you choose the first option, the fruits will ripen faster, but they will not be able to grow more than the average size. To strawberries were large, should be planted near the trees. It is not recommended to plant Kupchikha in areas with low airing. Over-wetted soil is the first cause of plant death.
Planting time. Planting antennae, which produces the plant, can be carried out throughout the summer season. The main thing that the seedlings had time to settle down before the onset of the first frost. As for purchased plants from the store, they should be planted only in the spring, when the air temperature will be above zero even during the day and at night.
Soil. Strawberries varieties Kupchikh should be planted only in well-prepared soil. Before you carry out the procedure, the site must be well dig up and sprinkle with humus. For 1 m2, it is recommended to use up to 2 compost buckets. To disinfect the soil from various fungi, the ground should be watered with a solution of potassium permanganate. 
Preparation of seedlings. Before planting strawberries, the root system should be treated with a means to accelerate growth. Also, before planting, the bushes are recommended to be placed in water for 2-3 hours. 
Landing. Plants should be planted in dimples measuring 50 * 50 cm. The roots should be well straightened and spread out around the entire perimeter of the depression. For seedlings from a closed root system, it is better to use the “transfer” method. 
It is necessary to fill in the roots so that leaves and point of growth remain above the ground surface. Top soil must be properly rammed. The final stage is the irrigation of seedlings.
To grow strawberries of variety Kupchikha in one place should be no more than 4 years in a row. Every year in the soil is going to a lot of bacteria that negatively affect the root system. This is what leads to a decrease in yield and death of plants.
Watering is necessary under the roots.
This should be done in order not to provoke the development of gray rot. Under one bush is recommended to pour out up to two liters of clean water. Irrigation should be carried out every time the top layer of the substrate dries well.
Also do not forget about dressing. To do this, it is best to use urea or other universal means.
The description of the strawberry variety Kupchikha, which is indicated above, will help to verify that this particular species is one of the best. High taste and abundant fruiting confirmation of this.
