Pear Rich.
Description of the variety
Rich is one of the winter varieties that can withstand severe frosts without problems. The pear is suitable for growing in central Russia and some northern regions.
Characteristics of wood
The trees are medium in size. The crown is moderately spreading. The bark on the trunk and main branches has a brownish-green tint. The leaves are small, rich green, oval-shaped. The flowers are white, without a distinct odor.
Description of fruits
Rich.
The fruits are large and can reach a weight of 150-250 grams. The shape of the pear is smooth, rounded. When ripe they acquire a beautiful yellow tint. Blush very rarely appears; most often it is blurred and has a purplish tint. Pears taste sweet, juicy, not tart.
Fruit maturity occurs in the second ten days of October. The maximum shelf life of the crop is 3 months.
Description of pear variety Bogataya with photo
Bogataya pear is a tree with a powerful straight trunk and large skeletal branches. Each year it bears medium to large fruits.
Pear Bogataya is characterized by medium height and a slightly spreading crown.
Tree
This variety belongs to the medium-sized varieties. It reaches a height of 10 m. The tree forms a moderately spreading crown. The average life expectancy is about 45 years.
The leaf blade is green, oval in shape, pointed, with small teeth along the edges, attached to long petioles. The upper part of the leathery leaf is shiny, the lower part is matte.
The first flowering occurs at the age of 5–6 years. The Bogataya pear blooms from the third decade of May with numerous white flowers collected in inflorescences.
Fruit
The fruits are rounded, weighing from 150 to 200 g, but often reach 250 g. A faint blush can sometimes be seen on the rich yellow skin. The pulp is white, dense. The core is medium-sized, with a small number of small seeds.
Reviews
Svetlana
Cheboksary
This variety suits me in every way. I always reap a good harvest. The fruits are large and sweet. They keep well until about the New Year, but this is not a problem, since they make excellent jam.
Ivan
Saransk
When this pear ripens, all my neighbors envy me. The fruits are large, beautiful, yellow, and there are so many of them that the branches are simply covered. The tree produces a generous harvest, so we have more than enough, and we happily treat all our relatives and neighbors to pears.
Vladimir
Ivanovo
The fruits are very tasty, I like them both fresh and in compote. There are no problems with the tree, it does not get sick, it only sometimes suffers from pests. The rich truth is very rich, there is enough harvest.
Description and characteristics of the variety
The pear variety “Bogataya” forms medium-sized trees with a semi-spreading crown. The fruits are large or very large in size, with an average weight of 185-235 g. The shape is round. The cover color is yellow. The taste of the pulp is very good. The taste is sweet and delicate.
Harvesting occurs around mid-October. The fruits do not require additional ripening. The keeping quality of the harvested crop is quite good. If the temperature and humidity conditions are observed, pears retain their presentation and good taste for three months. “Bogataya” refers to the popular, highly winter-hardy and high-yielding varieties with annual fruiting.
The soil in the area for planting pear seedlings must be as loose as possible, which will ensure optimal air circulation. It is very important that the soil on the site is well fertilized and also contains coarse sand and a small amount of clay. The place must have sufficient illumination and be protected from winds. The location of groundwater in close proximity to the root system of fruit plantations often causes root rot and subsequent death of the plant.
Landing
The root system of young seedlings is very sensitive and therefore proper planting can significantly affect the development of the young tree. Detailed instructions and tips on this issue are found in the articles selected below.
How to plant a pear tree correctly
At what distance to plant pears?
How to choose pear seedlings
How to replant a pear
Preparing a seedling for planting
When choosing pear seedlings, it is better to focus on 1-2 year old plants. Dry, thin roots are trimmed with sharp pruning shears. It is also advisable to shorten the top of the seedling by treating the cut with garden varnish. As a result, the height of the plant should be no more than a meter. The pruning procedure helps improve the survival rate of the seedling.
Before planting the tree, you should place it in a container of water for several hours. This is done so that the roots are saturated with moisture and the seedling can quickly take root in a new place. You can also use growth stimulants for these purposes; just dip the roots in the solution prepared according to the instructions before planting.
Care
The pear responds well to anti-aging pruning, fertilizing and timely watering. More useful information and recommendations for growing Bogataya tree can be found by clicking on the links below.
How to care for a pear Pruning a pear Pruning a columnar pear Treating a pear from diseases and pests Feeding a pear How to water a pear
How to plant a pear
The choice of planting site and sufficient feeding in the first year is the basis for the tree’s strong immunity. It is important to choose a high-quality seedling and plant it in a permanent place in compliance with certain rules.
Choosing a landing site
The territory for growing pears is determined in advance, paying attention to the following aspects:
- the place should be well lit and ventilated, but without drafts;
- the occurrence of groundwater is controlled nearby (no higher than 3 m, preferably lower);
- if possible, choose a place on a hill;
- the distance from other trees should be about 5-6 m. From buildings - 3-4 m.
Diseases and pests
If not properly cared for, the tree can be attacked by harmful insects. Materials on this topic can be found by following the links below.
Dangerous Pear Pests
Pears often suffer from pests, they affect the leaves, bark and fruits.
In this article, we have selected 11 of the most harmful insects that harm pear trees, and also ways to destroy them.
Diseases of pear trees
To get what they cherish, gardeners have to work hard, and the reason for this is pear diseases.
Read about 19 common pear diseases and how to combat them.
Care instructions
Caring for the Bogataya pear is not particularly difficult. Like other fruit trees, it needs the following procedures:
- Trimming. The formation of the crown should begin from the second season after planting the tree, sanitary pruning is carried out regularly at the usual time, and rejuvenating pruning is carried out as needed.
- Regular loosening.
- Fertilizing with organic fertilizers, such as urea and ammonium nitrate.
- Preventive treatments for diseases.
- Abundant watering. It is especially important during bud formation, flowering, fruit formation and the beginning of leaf fall.
Mulching the pear tree trunk is not necessary, but it makes caring for the tree much easier.
Landing technique
It is recommended to plant pears in a lighted, elevated area of the garden. Over time, the root system of the tree grows and becomes powerful. In the case of nearby groundwater, there is a risk of losing the pear due to soaking of the roots.
Most pear varieties are characterized by low self-fertility, so it is advisable to have several fruit trees on the site with the same flowering period.
The soil must be fertile and well drained. If possible, humus and peat are immediately introduced into the hole. For the Rich pear variety, sandy loam soil is preferable. Gardeners advise adding a small amount of clay to the planting hole if you have to plant a seedling in black soil. Experienced summer residents advise applying superphosphates and potassium salts as fertilizers.
The place for the pear is prepared in advance. A hole is dug with a depth of 60 cm and about a meter in diameter. A stake is driven into the center of the hole and fertile soil mixed with organic fertilizers is poured. The soil is trampled down with your feet so that you end up with a neat mound with a peg in the middle.
A seedling is placed on the top of the formed hill, the root system of which is placed along the sides of the mound. When filling a tree, it is important not to bury the root collar; it should remain above the soil surface. Failure to comply with this rule will lead to the death of the plant.
The seedling must be tied to a peg in several places to avoid deformation under the influence of strong winds and the formation of a beautiful tree.
It is necessary to pour 20–30 liters of water under the planted tree. To prevent the development of diseases, you can add 300 grams of lime - fluff or dolomite flour - to one of them.
To maintain soil moisture, the earthen circle is mulched the next day with humus, sawdust, and pine needles.
Caring for a young tree
Subsequent care comes down to regular loosening, abundant watering, fertilizing, timely treatment against pests and formative pruning of the grown tree.
With the onset of spring, the tree trunk circle is loosened (exclusively with a pitchfork, so as not to damage the roots). Organic and mineral fertilizer complexes are introduced. Ammonium nitrate or urea (20 g per square meter) is necessary in the spring months and in the first half of summer for better flowering, ovary formation, and shoot development.
Watering is carried out strictly at certain moments of development:
- In May, the period of bud break;
- In June, 7–10 days after flowering ends;
- Beginning of July, during the fruit-filling phase;
- Third ten days of September - early October, during leaf fall.
Water the tree trunk generously, using up to 7 buckets of water per tree.
The pear should be rejuvenated every 5–6 years, cutting out old branches and excess tops. It is better to carry out pruning at the beginning of summer; during this period, diseased, frozen and excess shoots are clearly visible. To stop the tree from growing upward, cut off the top when the seedling reaches 3 m in height.
With a little effort and patience, choosing a Bogataya pear for your plot, you can pamper yourself and your loved ones with fragrant, sweet, juicy fruits every year.
Reviews from gardeners about the Bogataya pear
Klimenkovich Ekaterina, 31 years old, Tver region, I thought that pears were a crop for the south, until she bought a dacha with an old garden, there was a pear tree. The neighbors suggested that this was a Bogataya pear, an autumn variety. True, I later read that this is a winter variety, but it doesn’t matter - I harvest in October. The tree was old and neglected and had to be rejuvenated. But as a result I get an excellent harvest. I use the fruits both fresh and for winter preparations. I especially like jam and marmalade. Alexander Radimov, 58 years old, Ekaterinburg I’ve been planting pears for a long time. For our climate, Rich is what we need. One of the few fruit trees that tolerate our frosts well even without shelter. For the winter I just mulch and water well, it has never frozen. Pears are good: they last a long time, my wife cans a lot, and I make wine.
