Pear Zabava: description, characteristics, planting and care, photo

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Description of the variety

Pear Zabava is included in the group of varieties of autumn ripening. The variety appeared recently and has not yet been included in the State Register.

Characteristics of wood

The trees are medium-sized and can reach 5 meters in height. The crown is wide, moderately dense, and has the shape of a pyramid. The trunk and main branches are covered with dark brown bark. The foliage is large, green, and oval in shape.

Description of fruits

Pears are medium in size and reach a weight of 120-160 grams. The fruits have a standard, slightly expanded shape. Ripe pears have a beautiful, golden yellow color. Most of the fruit is covered with a light reddish blush.

Pears taste sweet, buttery, with a pleasant sourness.

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Description and characteristics of the tree and fruits

The pear is medium in size, despite the tallness of the parent varieties. It retains winter hardiness, so varieties less resistant to frost can be grafted onto it. In the first 2 years, the pear reaches its maximum height, and then grows its crown with lateral shoots.

Pear is a whimsical tree, but rowan is not. That's why gardeners came up with the idea of ​​grafting pears onto rowan trees! As a result, pears grow on rowan trees, but their taste changes: they become less juicy and sweet and acquire some tartness characteristic of rowan berries.

Characteristics of the variety:

• crown: pyramidal, not very dense, medium-sized;
• shoots: thick, long, straight, dark brown;
• foliage: average, leaf size increases with age of the pear;
• fruits: about 120–140 g (average), but can reach 160–170 g;
• pear shape: regular broad pear-shaped;
• peel: glossy, rough;
• peel color: brown-yellow with blush, slightly spotted, green at technical maturity;
• pulp: milky white, tastes sweet with slight sourness, juicy, dense, medium aroma;
• tasting rating of the variety: 4.6 points out of 5.

Pear Zabava needs pollinators. For this purpose, the varieties Lyubimitsa osennyaya, Naryadnaya Efimova or Bere Loshitskaya are planted nearby. The pear begins to bear fruit in the 5th–6th year of development. Fruiting is stable, increasing every year as the crown develops. The yield of mature trees is 20 t/ha. The average life expectancy is about 50 years.

Important! If a pear tree produces too many flowers, it will not bloom the following year. In this regard, it is recommended to trim the crown in order to reduce the consumption of substances necessary for flowering.

The storage period for the harvested crop is no more than 3–4 weeks. Pear fruits are universal and suitable for consumption both fresh and as part of jellies, compotes and other dishes. Their thick skin gives them good transportability.

One pear contains 20% of the daily value of fiber, 10% of vitamin C and 6% of potassium.

Reviews

Tatiana

Tver

I planted this pear in the garden about 10 years ago. The harvest had to wait a long time and in the first years it was quite modest. The fruits themselves are very tasty and are well suited for making jam and compotes.

Nicole

Moscow

Cute small fruits are very tasty. But all sorts of codling moths really love the fruits of Zabava, we have to spray it twice a season, sometimes more often.

Anatoly

Ryazan

The variety is not bad, but the tree often gets sick. To ensure that the quality of the fruit does not suffer, you have to spray it several times during the summer, and since the pear is quite tall, this is quite difficult to do.

Pear Fun

A fast-growing variety of pear, which is distinguished by a regular and large amount of fruit harvest, excellent quality summer ripening time.

Zabava pear is a variety of pear that ripens in autumn, it is medium-winter-hardy, its yield can reach up to twenty tons/ha if it is planted according to a 6x4 meter planting pattern on a seed rootstock. The tree itself is medium in height, its crown is also medium dense, and is broadly pyramidal in shape. The type of fruiting is mixed, however, despite this, the tree bears fruit regularly.

In addition, the tree is moderately resistant to scab, and is also relatively resistant to any bacterial diseases. Absolutely all fruits of this variety are of medium size (approximately from 120 to 140 grams), they have a wide pear-shaped shape. The main color of the fruit is yellowish-green, but its outer color is brownish-red in the form of a single-color blush. The skin of the fruit itself is smooth and shiny. Also the skin is dry and slightly rusty. The pulp of the fruit is white, it is quite juicy and oily, has a pleasant sweetish-sour taste, which has a medium aroma. The fruit has a tasting score of 4.6 points. Terms of use from September to October.

Zabava pear will germinate well on any fertile and moist soil, even on heavy soils and in areas that are located near groundwater. Despite the fact that the pear has practically no preferences for soil, of course, fertile soil that is also rich in humus will have the best effect on it. It is also worth noting that Pear Zabava consumes a large amount of potassium, as well as nitrogen, thus it will respond well to the additional addition of these fertilizers. The last thing this variety needs is phosphorus. The difference between this pear variety and the others: minimal chemical. protection of trees, the tree is early-fruiting and regularly produces crops, the fruits are highly marketable.

When purchasing from our garden center, consultants will provide complete information on planting and caring for seedlings. If boarding yourself is difficult, you can order a boarding service from us.

Landing

In order for the seedling to strengthen well and begin to bear fruit sooner, it is necessary to choose the right site and prepare the planting hole. Recommendations for planting zabava pears can be found in the articles selected below.

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Pear Zabava: description, photo

The right variety of fruit tree is half the success in getting a rich harvest. This article contains a full description, photos and reviews of the Zabava pear, left by experienced amateur gardeners.

Description of the Zabava pear variety

The Zabava pear variety was bred in Belarus, its parents were the Aleksandrovka and Lyubimitsa Klappa varieties, the originator G. M. Myalik with a team of like-minded people. This is an autumn ripening pear; technical ripeness of the fruit occurs around mid-September (at the latitudes of Belarus).

The tree of this variety has a wide pyramidal crown and moderate growth vigor. The typical period for pears to enter fruiting is 5-6 years. The fruits are borne on spears, as well as on ringlets - simple and complex.

Fruit characteristics

The fruits of the Zabava variety are distinguished by their uniformity, medium size (up to 160 g) and a classic pear-shaped shape. At the harvest stage, the color of the skin is greenish-yellow; after 2-3 weeks it changes to yellow-golden with a pronounced red-brown blush on most of the fruit. Over the entire surface there are prominent subcutaneous dots of gray-green color.

The taste of ripe Zabava pears is sweet and sour, pleasant, rated at 4.6 points on a 5-point scale. The pulp is tender, aromatic, very juicy. The fruits of the Zabava variety do not last long - up to 1 month.

Pros and cons of the Zabava pear variety

The Zabava variety is relatively young and has so far been tested only in certain regions, mainly in Belarus. Therefore, the main disadvantage of the Zabava pear can be attributed to its little-studied winter hardiness in the conditions of central Russia.

But at the same time, the Zabava variety also has certain advantages that allow it to be noticed by amateur gardeners for growing in their own plots:

• moderate growth makes wood processing and harvesting easier;
• excellent taste of the fruit;
• impressive yield of the Zabava variety in a private garden.

Optimal growing conditions

The main condition for the success of growing pears is the optimal groundwater level - no closer than 2.5 m. In areas with close water occurrence, bulk ridges are built or a flat sheet of slate or tin is placed in the planting hole so that the main root, encountering an obstacle in the path of growth, turns sideways and did not reach the danger zone.

The place for the Zabava pear is chosen to be well-lit; on the north side it is advisable to have protection in the form of a house wall or a high hedge. Fruit trees should not be planted in natural lowlands where water accumulates due to melting snow or heavy rainfall.

Planting and caring for the Fun pear

When buying a seedling of the Zabava variety, it is better to opt for one-year-old trees, the survival rate of which is much better than that of two-year-old trees and older ones. You should also pay attention to the fact that the plant does not have external signs of diseases, which may be indicated by:

• spots and sagging on the trunk and skeletal branches;
• swelling and traces of rot on the main roots.

Pears are planted in both spring and autumn. The main condition for this is that the tree must be at rest, that is, the growing season has either not yet begun (in spring) or has already ended (in autumn). In regions with a harsh climate (Siberia, the Urals, Primorye), spring planting is preferable, but during this period it is necessary to especially carefully monitor the constant level of moisture in the soil until the pear finally takes root.

Landing rules

The planting hole for the Zabava pear variety is prepared based on the size of its root system, adding another 20-30% to the depth. A bucket of nutrient-drainage mixture consisting of humus, expanded clay, fertile soil and river sand, taken in equal parts, is poured onto the bottom. You can add a half-liter jar of wood ash and 1 tbsp to the composition. l. nitroammofoski.

A bucket (or more) of water is poured into the hole to form a mud slurry; a young tree must be planted in it, straightening the roots and placing its trunk strictly vertically. The root collar cannot be buried; it is better to raise it 2-3 cm above the soil level. Otherwise, the first fruiting will be greatly delayed, and the pear itself will be depressed. Before filling the hole with soil, a support peg is installed. After planting, the soil in the tree trunk circle is compacted, the seedling is watered again from a watering can and mulched with dry humus or compost with a layer of 2-3 cm.

2-3 buckets of expanded clay or broken brick are poured onto the bottom, and then filled with black soil mixed with sand (4:1). The hole is well watered and left for 1-2 weeks so that the soil settles, after which it is planted.

Care

In the first years, the young tree needs good care. By clicking on the links below, you can find useful information and tips on growing Zabava pears.

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Planting and caring for pears

Growing pears is usually easy even for a novice gardener. But before you start doing this, you should familiarize yourself with some rules that you need to adhere to.

The first important parameter is the size of the pear. A full-size tree can reach a height of 12 m, and the diameter of the crown can be up to 5 m, so you will need a fairly large area in which to plant and further develop the tree. The pear tree requires a sunny area. Be sure to choose a location that will provide the tree with at least 6 to 8 hours of sunlight per day.

The soil should be loose and moderately moist in order to ensure good development of the root system. If it often rains in your region, planting is carried out so that water does not constantly stagnate on the site. The soil should also be permeable to air, which means it should be loamy or sandy. It should be free of weeds and have an acidity level of around 6.5 pH.

Important! A smaller tree with a more developed crown will provide you with a larger harvest than a tall and skinny one.

Landing dates

In places with a warm, mild climate, pears can be planted in early spring or autumn. In northern regions, spring planting is preferable. Over the summer, the tree will have time to take root well and prepare for winter.

Rules and landing scheme

When planting, be sure to plant at least two varieties of pear trees. The Zabava variety will need a pollinator in order to provide you with a harvest. Make sure the varieties are compatible with each other.

Planting step by step is as follows:

1. Before planting, soak the pear roots in a large container of water for 1-2 hours to prevent them from drying out while digging the hole. Do not keep the tree in water for more than 6 hours.
2. Dig a hole that is 5–10 cm larger than the tree's root system. This will help the roots straighten and move freely to their new location. Set the top layer of soil aside; you will need it when you prepare the planting hole. This soil will need to be laid on its bottom.
3. Roots grow best in loose soil, so mix sand into the topsoil if you have heavy soil.
4. Use rotted manure or garden compost as fertilizer. Its mass is 1/3 of the total mass of the pit soil.
5. Place the removed top layer of soil on the bottom. Cover it with prepared organic fertilizers and fill it with soil.
6. Place the tree in the hole and add soil.
7. To avoid air pockets, gently compact the soil around the roots.
8. Leave a lip around the edge of the planting hole to facilitate watering. This will prevent water from flowing out of the hole.

Video: planting a pear seedling

Watering and fertilizing

Pear trees generally require minimal care and, once planted, only require periodic watering, fertilizing, and crown shaping. When watering, it is important to remember that the needs of a pear tree depend on its age. A recently planted young tree has not yet developed a root system and needs watering 2-3 times a week.

The area close to the trunk should be watered. As the roots grow, they straighten, and then the line to which watering is carried out should be equal to the diameter of the crown. Water a mature tree once a week. When doing this, take into account the condition of the soil. Clay retains moisture well, which means you need to water less often. But sand, on the contrary, removes it too quickly, so this soil is watered 2 times a week.

Important! Do not allow water to sit around the tree for more than 24 hours. This can lead to root rot.

Pruning and crown formation

Pruning a pear tree begins in late winter, before the buds begin to swell. Early pruning may stimulate excessive vegetative growth. To prevent injury, the operation is performed before the first buds appear, lubricating the cut sites with a disinfectant solution.

Shaping a pear tree

For mature trees, pruning is possible in the summer, but no later than July. The young tree is cut at the top at a height of 1 m above the ground. This will ensure good development of the side branches and shorten the trunk so that it is convenient to harvest.

If there are many branches on the pear tree, remove those that are less than 50 cm from the ground and those that deviate less than 60 degrees to the side. This also ensures good air circulation around the branches and helps prevent disease.

Video: pruning pears in spring

Whitewash

Whitewashing trees is designed to protect them from external influences. Thus, bright sunlight and frost in winter can lead to cracking of the bark. The whitewash should protect them from this.

Whitewashing also helps in the following situations:

• destroys pathogenic microorganisms that may be under the tree bark;
• protects against pests that rise from the ground to the crown in the spring;
• protects against overheating and cracking of the bark under the rays of the sun;
• protects the tree from rodents in winter.

Did you know? In ancient times, the Chinese considered the pear a symbol of immortality. The destruction of a pear tree symbolized a tragic or untimely death.

Whitewashing is performed 2 times a year - in spring and autumn. Before whitewashing, the bark is cleaned of fungi and flaking areas. So that pests can be destroyed along with parts of the bark, a film is spread under the tree during processing. The bark is cleaned with a wooden scraper so as not to injure the trunk. The removed pieces are burned.

The barrel is coated with a solution of copper sulfate (3–5%) for disinfection, and then whitewash is applied. To do this, dilute 2.5 kg of lime, 100 g of wood glue, 0.5 kg of copper sulfate in 10 liters of water. Mix this mixture thoroughly and apply it to the wood with a brush.

Preparing for winter

Winter can be a rather harsh time of year for trees if they grow outside the climate zone for which they are intended. When outdoors, they are exposed to low temperatures and may become damaged.

Did you know? In terms of folic acid content, pears surpass even black currants, so it is especially useful for pregnant women to eat.

Winter protection measures:

1. When planting trees in autumn, plant only frost-resistant varieties. They can survive the winter with a weak root system.
2. Reduce the dose of nitrogen in fertilizers from August to October. Nitrogen can cause the growth of branches that do not have time to lignify and die.
3. Check the roots. If they are bare, cover them with soil. You can also mulch the root zone to provide additional protection for the roots from winter frosts. But do not apply mulch directly to the trunk itself.
4. Whiten the trunks to protect them from sunburn.
5. If there are wild hares in your area, then a metal mesh fence will protect the bark of young trees. Old trees do not need this - rodents love young branches.

Diseases and pests

The variety has average resistance to fungal diseases and therefore it is very important to regularly carry out preventive measures. Useful materials and recommendations for protecting the Zabava pear tree can be found by clicking on the links below.

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Advantages and disadvantages of the variety

• Advantages of the Zabava variety:
• intensive growth;
• high productivity;
• stable fruiting;
• good frost resistance;
• resistance to scab and other diseases, as well as to the codling moth.

• Disadvantages of the variety:
• low preservation of fruits - no more than 4 weeks;
• insufficient research into disease resistance.

Important! Pear fruits contain substances similar in action to antifungal and antibiotic agents. Therefore, gastroenterologists recommend eating pears separately from other meals - this way it rids the human intestines of harmful microorganisms and improves digestion.

The best varieties of pears in Belarus review agricultural technology zoning

Autumn varieties of pears in Belarus (you can see photos of the fruits below) produce a harvest from early September to November. They are stored better compared to summer ones. The collection is carried out quickly (no more than 6-7 days), until the loss of presentable appearance and taste. Common varieties:

1. Chizhovskaya. It bears fruit for 3-4 years and is characterized by high productivity. Fruit weight - up to 140 grams. The skin is matte smooth, yellow in color, there is a slight blush. The taste of pears is sourish-sweet, the flesh is yellowish or white, of medium juiciness. Collected at the end of August, stored for up to 3 months. The variety withstands adverse weather conditions and is frost-resistant.

2. Just Maria. It begins to bear fruit in the 3rd year, the yield is stable. Large fruits weighing up to 190 grams with delicate, oily pulp. The skin is light yellow with a slight pink blush. Resistant to pests and diseases, not afraid of frost. Harvested in the fall, the fruits can be stored until November.

Winter pear varieties in Belarus are popular among amateur gardeners. A distinctive feature of the fruits of such varieties is their shelf life (they can be stored until spring). They try to collect fruits as late as possible, while at the same time preventing them from falling off. There are several varieties that are most adapted to the country’s climate conditions:

1. Kyrgyz winter. Gives a stable high yield for 6-7 years. Pears begin to be harvested in the first week of October, still green, with a slight pink blush. Weight reaches 250 grams. Full ripening occurs in December, the skin becomes yellow and the blush turns crimson. The fruits have an excellent taste, pleasant aroma, the flesh is white and juicy. The variety tolerates frost and drought and is resistant to scab.

2. Belarusian late. Fruits in the 5th year. The maximum yield, up to 90 kg per tree, is produced in the 10th year. The fruits weigh on average 100 grams, sweet with a refreshing sourness. The pulp is juicy, white, slightly oily. Suitable for consumption from October to February. Can be stored until May (in refrigerators). The skin is dull, rough, orange-yellow, covered in places with a crimson blush. Frost-resistant variety, not affected by scab, popular in the central and southern regions of the country.

New varieties

Popular and widespread varieties of pears in Belarus are gradually losing their resistance to diseases. Bere Slutskaya, Maslyanistaya, Belorusskaya late in years with damp and cool summers are massively affected by scab. Scientists are striving not only to develop new varieties, but also to adapt existing ones to the climatic conditions of the country. Pamyat Yakovlev, Chizhovskaya, Severyanka are introduced varieties.

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In 2005, the new “pear residents” of Belarus were added:

1. Lagodnaya – hybrid 81-13/64. Gives a periodic harvest in the 4th year. Fruits weighing up to 150 grams ripen at the end of August, the pulp is juicy, sweet and sour, coarse-grained, with a pleasant delicate aroma. The skin is green with numerous gray dots. Collected at the end of August, stored for up to 3 weeks.

2. Fun – seedling 5/20. Trees bear fruit for 5-6 years, the harvest is quite stable and increases over the years. The fruits weigh up to 120 grams, the skin is rough, shiny, greenish-yellow when harvested in the second half of September, and golden-yellow after ripening (after 3 weeks). The pulp is tender, sweet and sour, aromatic.

The Belarusian Research Institute of Fruit Growing offers varieties of apple and pear trees in Belarus that best meet the requirements of gardeners and the food industry. During their work (since 1925), specialists have studied more than 1000 samples of different varieties.

The pears selected and recommended for zoning produce a decent harvest. The record years were 2006-2007 and 2009-2010, when the gross harvest reached 61,000 tons.

Usage

Pears are consumed mainly fresh. Fruits are rich in vitamins and minerals. Doctors recommend them as a dietary product low in calories and sugar. Compotes, preserves, jams are made from the fruits, and dried fruits are prepared. Pears are widely used in cooking. And these are not only dessert dishes - the fruit goes well with meat products.

Wood has a unique quality - it is absolutely not subject to deformation. Architects use rulers made from pear wood. Exquisite interior items and furniture made from pear wood treated with black stain look expensive, as if made from ebony.