Apple tree Pink filling is considered very popular among gardeners. It can be used to decorate your site, as the tree is very beautiful, especially during flowering. But still, the most important thing in this litter is its fruits, which have excellent taste, appearance and aroma.
Scientist breeders do a lot of work to create a variety that will grow in all regions, while bringing a regular and high yield so that the variety quickly takes root in any place. But, despite all the experiments and experiments, the most favorite variety remains the Pink Filling apple tree.
Apple tree Pink filling: photo of variety
Apple tree Pink filling: description of the variety and characteristics
The apple tree variety Pink Filling is a fast-growing and summer variety of apple tree. The Pink Fill apple tree is planted in almost all areas, as it has a high level of resistance to frost and extreme cold, an abundant harvest, and a good immune system to many diseases. And also for the variety it does not matter in what soil it will grow.
The variety has a small drawback, which is a short shelf life, so the fruits must be processed or eaten quickly. Apples are great for making various drinks, wines, juices, compotes, as well as jams, preserves and other preserves. This variety can be dried to make dried fruits.
Apple tree Pink filling: photo of variety
What does the Pink Pouring apple tree variety look like?
In order to decide whether or not to plant the Pink Pouring apple tree variety on your site, you need to get to know it well and find out as much information as possible about it.
The Pink Filling apple tree variety has a special feature - its appearance. The tree itself is small and has an average growth rate. The tree has a fairly powerful trunk. In the first years after planting, the tree will have a dense arrangement of branches, but as it gets older, the branches will move away from each other, creating space. An adult tree has a very beautiful crown shape, similar to a pyramid.
How big can a mature tree reach?
The Pink Fill apple tree can reach up to 280 centimeters in height. Since the variety has a small annual growth, it is small and is considered quite compact among other varieties.
Harvest level.
Each fruit reaches 130-170 grams in weight. The yield level of Pink Fill is very high; usually about 70 kilograms of fruit are harvested from one mature tree. A young pink apple tree produces about 40-50 kilograms.
Taste.
The Pink Fill apple has a green color with small red blushes on the sides. The fruit itself is very tasty and has sweet flesh with a slight sourness. The taste of this variety is rated 9.1 out of 10 points.
Apple tree Pink filling: photo of variety
Frost resistance.
The Pink Fill apple tree variety has increased resistance to frost and cold. With the onset of winter, the variety copes well with frosts down to -34 degrees.
Drought resistance.
The Pink Fill apple tree is distinguished by its high resistance to drought. During periods of heat and high temperatures, the variety can function perfectly at +35 degrees. Note: During hot periods, when the tree does not get enough water, it does not reduce the yield level.
Disease resistance.
Since the Pink Fill apple tree variety has a strong immune system, the plant cannot become infected with practically anything. The only thing that a tree can get sick with is fruit rot, which appears in weather with high humidity. The codling moth can also attack an apple tree.
How many years does a tree live?
The Pink Fill apple tree can live on the site for 55-65 years. At the same time, the harvest period will be 45 years, starting from the time the apple tree began to bear fruit.
Ripening and fruiting
The ripening of fruits depends on the region of planting and weather conditions during this period.
Beginning of fruiting
The onset of fruiting depends on care and usually occurs 4-5 years after planting.
Deadlines
The timing of fruit ripening depends on weather conditions during this period; they are not stored for long, but are suitable for fresh consumption and processing.
Apple harvest.
Fruit ripening
Typically, Pink Fill apples ripen at the end of July. But in case of drought or cold weather, this period can last until mid-August. Even when fully ripe, the fruits hold tightly to the branches, which is favorable for harvesting.
Harvest and storage
After harvesting, the fruits can be stored for up to three weeks. After this period, the apples become deformed and become tasteless.
When to land?
Before planting, you need to choose a time and place for planting.
You can plant the Pink Fill apple tree in autumn or spring. If planting is carried out in the spring, it should be in mid-April, after the soil has warmed up well. And, if in the autumn, then it should be carried out in early October, 20 days before the frosts begin.
Place.
The planting site should be well lit, since sunlight is very important for almost every variety of apple tree. The soil at the planting site should be sandy or loamy, with good permeability of moisture and air.
How to plant?
If you plant several crops, then a distance of 280-320 centimeters from each other should be maintained between them. This is necessary so that each seedling receives enough sunlight and develops well.
First you need to dig a hole, approximately 85 centimeters deep and 95 centimeters wide. The hole should be slightly larger than the size of the seedling's root system. At the bottom of the hole you need to pour out the soil that was mixed with humus and peat. The earth is poured so that a small mound is formed. The root system is installed in this mound and carefully spread throughout the hole. After which the roots are covered with earth, compacting it a little. Afterwards you need to water the tree well.
Apple tree Pink filling: photo of variety
Agricultural technology
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Despite the fact that the tree grows well on any type of soil, it is better to grow this apple tree on sandy, loamy soils that allow moisture and oxygen to pass through well. The place chosen for planting seedlings should be well illuminated by sunlight during the day. Young trees are planted in the spring - from March to May.
The diameter of the planting hole must be at least 0.5 m, its depth - 0.5-0.6 m. The distance between seedlings is at least 3.5 m.
Harvest
Caring for planted trees consists of regular watering, loosening the tree trunk, removing weeds and applying fertilizer. During the season, apply at least 4 fertilizers, alternating organic matter and mineral fertilizers.
Apple tree care Pink filling
Care work must be carried out so that the apple tree grows and develops at a fast pace and does not stand still. Care consists of good watering, which should be carried out depending on the condition of the soil. Usually you need to water 4-5 times over the whole season. Fertilization also refers to care; depending on the state of development of the tree, various fertilizers are applied. For example, when a tree grows very slowly and practically does not grow, then nitrogen fertilizers must be added. Although the Pink Fill apple tree variety is highly resistant to frost, it still needs to be protected from it. Protection consists of mulching, whitewashing the trunk, as well as shelter using earth or snow.
Trimming.
The tree grows at an average pace, but due to the fact that the crown is very dense, it is necessary to prune and shape the crown. When the tree is young, the branches are very close to each other, so weak and dry branches must be removed to create space within the tree.
Pruning is carried out several times per season. Mandatory pruning occurs before the buds begin to bloom and before wintering. After removing the branches, the sections must be treated with a solution of copper sulfate.
Apple tree Pink filling: photo of variety
Reviews
Ekaterina, 43 years old, Volgograd region
I have lived in rural areas all my life. Of course, we had a large garden and vegetable garden, but for as long as I can remember, I always considered “Pink filling” to be the most delicious. We used them to make jams, compotes, and now I can also preserve juices.
Elena, 56 years old, Krasnoyarsk region
We have very unfavorable conditions for growing fruit trees. I have been gardening for many years, and all the years I have been looking for an apple tree that would not be too capricious to soil and weather conditions. Not a single variety satisfied my needs until 4 years ago when I saw the description of “Pink Filling”. The seedling took root, and a couple of years later they tried the first apples. We’ve been eating delicious apples for two years now, although there aren’t too many of them yet. I hope the harvest will be sufficient soon.
Subspecies of the variety Pink filling
The variety has a subspecies called Suilepsky. But they differ from the Pink Filling apple tree variety in many respects.
This subspecies belongs to the early summer variety; it came to Russia from the Baltic countries. The apple tree has a dense crown, which when formed resembles a ball. The height of the tree is average, about 3-4 meters. The leaf is dark green in color, slightly curled on the sides and has a round shape.
The crop produces its first harvest 9 years after planting. The subspecies has a long ripening period, so full maturity occurs in the second half of September or early October.
Apples are greenish in color with a red side when ripe. The pulp is dense and has small veins. The taste is very similar to Pink pouring. This subspecies can be stored only for 14 days after collection. Then the fruits begin to deteriorate.
Apple tree Pink filling and this subspecies are very different from each other. For example, the subspecies has a low yield, irregular fruiting, and poor resistance to frost. But the subspecies has not only negative, but also positive aspects, which consist in the excellent taste and appearance of the fruit.
Apple tree Pink filling: photo of variety
Variety options
There are various varieties of the variety that have their own characteristics.
Decorative
Plant up to 8 meters high with a wide pyramidal crown. Blooms regularly in May. The fruits are small and bright. The tree is highly winter hardy.
Columnar
The plant grows with one trunk. Fruits are formed on shortened fruit structures. The apple tree has practically no branches - this makes it easier to collect fruits and significantly reduces labor costs when caring for the tree.
Red-leaved
A distinctive feature is the foliage of the tree. It is painted red. Refers to hybrid varieties. It is resistant to diseases and is unpretentious to growing conditions.
Rizhskaya
The fruits are sweet and have a long shelf life. They do not fall off during ripening. The fruits are medium in size and dark red. Harvest - September. The variety resists diseases well and tolerates frost well.
How does the variety grow in different regions?
Due to its high popularity, the Pink Filling apple tree variety began to be grown in different regions. But cultivation differs slightly depending on the region.
- When growing in the Moscow region or areas that are nearby, it is necessary to take into account that in winter the temperatures are quite low, so it is necessary to cover and protect the root system from frost. During hot periods, it is necessary to water more often, without forgetting about it.
Note: If the apple tree is given enough attention and proper care, it will produce a good and regular harvest.
- If cultivation is carried out in the Volga region, then the winter there is quite warm and you can get by with regular mulching as protection for the winter. This region is perfect for growing this variety.
- But it is worth considering that planting should be done in a place where there are no strong winds so that they do not damage the tree. If there is no such place, then you should build a small fence that will protect the apple tree.
- Growing Rose Fill apple trees in Belarus can be a bit of a challenge as the area has frequent rainfall and is very damp. Because of this, the apple tree can be attacked by fungal diseases, and this will have a bad effect on fruiting. Although this area is problematic, it is still possible to grow an apple tree in it, but at the same time, carrying out antifungal preventive work.
Features of apple trees with red fruits
In addition to the anthocyanin color of apple pulp, apple trees have other features:
- red-fleshed fruits do not lose their unusual color when cooked;
- wood, young leaves, flowers have a pinkish or bright red color;
- flowering is always uneven, starting from the lower branches and gradually rising to the top, so the ten-day flowering period can last for a month;
- all phases of growth and development of seedlings proceed more slowly and at a later date. In the first year, yearlings spend their energy mainly on the formation of the root system. The slow development of the seedling in the first year is compensated by the early onset of fruiting - in the second or third year;
- red bark attracts the attention of rodents, especially mice, to the tree. Therefore, it is imperative to protect the trunk from rodents using a plastic mesh;
- Red-fleshed apples contain 20-30% more antioxidants than regular apples, for which they are often called rejuvenating.
