This variety, the Pamyat Tikhomirov apple tree, is not one of the most common, but deserves to be known more about it. It was created by improving the Chosen One. Crossing was carried out with the gene, which bears the designation SR 0523. The variety is known for its resistance to scab infestation.

All the work was carried out by the scientists of Moscow State University Vysotskaya N.N. and Vartapetyan V.V.This variety is not widespread and is practically not grown anywhere on an industrial scale. The fruit of the apple tree in Memory of Tikhomirov is known for its excellent taste and aroma, which are combined with early maturity.

Variety characteristics

This apple tree is distinguished by its early ripening period and tolerates cold weather well.

An adult plant can reach a height of three or four meters. The crown has a compact, rounded shape. Its width is usually about five meters. The branches extend from the trunk at almost right angles.

The variety is known for its high yield. According to the description, the productivity is usually about 350 centners per hectare. If we talk about the harvest that can be obtained from one tree, then it is usually equal to 200 kilograms.

Note! Adult apple trees have the characteristic of cyclic fruiting, so in some seasons there may be no apple harvest.

When the tasting assessment of the variety was carried out, the experts gave the apples an assessment of 4.5 points.

Apple tree Memory of Tikhomirov

It makes sense to note some of their features:

  1. The apples are juicy and flavorful. If you bite through them, then they soften pleasantly at the site of the bite;
  2. The keeping quality of this variety is weak. Over time, moisture gradually leaves the fruit, and the pulp becomes crumbly as a result.

The score that characterizes the degree of freezing of a young garden is 1.1. This speaks of its average level. The root system of an adult tree can reach a depth of four and a half meters. This allows mature trees to tolerate frost of 35 degrees without any loss. If in this case freezing of the branches occurs, it is enough to prune them, and the tree will easily restore its strength.

Growing apples

The immunity of this variety is largely determined by its genetic characteristics. During the breeding of the apple tree, varieties were used that resulted in high resistance to infection with fungal diseases and pests.

Agricultural technology of cultivation

The best time to plant an apple tree is early spring, April. At the same time, the seedlings have a lot of energy, immediately after planting they begin to develop intensively.

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There is also another option: it is possible to plant in the fall, the best time for this will be in October. In this case, there is also every reason to expect that the apple tree will be able to root well. However, it must be borne in mind that this cannot be done immediately before the onset of frost, because the plant needs time for it to take root.

One of the most important moments when growing an apple tree in Memory of Tikhomirov is the correct planting of seedlings. It is also important to select the correct planting material.

Important! Before planting, you need to prepare a hole for the plant. It should be large enough to fit the root system of the seedling, as well as two or three buckets of humus. The latter must be mixed with the soil and added phosphorus-potassium fertilizers there.

Next to the seedling planted in the ground, it is necessary to dig a stake to support the plant during the growth process. It is usually placed on the north side of the plant. It is customary to use linen twine for tying. In this case, it is necessary to control the density of the nodes. It is necessary that as the seedling grows, the garter does not become cramped for it and does not damage the bark.

Ripening apples

The most suitable soil for growing is neutral or slightly acidic. Deep fertile soils with a low groundwater table are also suitable.

It is not an insoluble problem when the soil on the site is characterized by high acidity. In this case, wood ash or dolomite flour can be used for adjustment. If the soil is sandy, it is recommended to apply compost or humus regularly.

On a note: In the case where the apple tree is supposed to be planted in a lowland, adding fine gravel, sand or gravel to the soil in sufficient quantities can help. This will help arrange drainage in case of waterlogging in the soil.

The cultivation of such apple trees is practically not much different from working with other varieties. Agrotechnical measures include the following operations:

  1. Watering in the event of a hot period;
  2. It will be necessary to periodically feed the plants;
  3. As well as before planting seedlings, and regularly in the future, you need to harvest weeds;
  4. If there are fallen leaves or fruits on the ground, they must be removed;
  5. Loosening should be carried out regularly. In this case, it is necessary to process not only the space between the rows, but also to loosen directly next to the trunks of the apple trees;
  6. Young plantings protect from rodents during the winter. For this, you can use spruce branches or a special coating. The soil around the trees is mulched with sawdust or shavings. You can also use various types of covering material;
  7. It is necessary to carry out treatment against diseases and pests twice during the season. The first time this is done before the formation of buds, the second time - during the flowering period.

Important! In the summer, it is not recommended to carry out chemical processing of the apple tree. It is dangerous to do this due to the early ripening of the fruit.

Harvested crop

In the process of cultivation, trimming of the upper bud is applied. After this, lateral fruit buds are laid on the lateral branches. Pruning can be used to thin branches, to remove dead branches, or to reduce the height of an apple tree.

In most cases, the Tikhomirov apple tree is grown using a dwarf rootstock. This method makes it easier to care for the tree.

Fruit ripening usually occurs in mid-August.

Advantages and disadvantages of the variety

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Apple Tree in Memory of Tikhomirov:

  1. It has excellent taste and aroma;
  2. Ripens early enough - in mid-August;
  3. Has a high yield;
  4. Well resistant to many diseases and pests.

The disadvantage is that the variety does not tolerate storage well.

This variety is not widely known. However, if a summer resident plants such an apple tree at home, he will be able to enjoy the exquisite taste and aroma of its fruits at the end of summer.