Jeromini apple variety
The Jeromini apple tree is an original novelty of French breeders. The lucky ones who managed to get her seedlings will be able to enjoy amazingly beautiful and tasty fruits in a few years. She will become a real decoration of the garden and a favorite of all gardeners, but her main surprise lies under the peel of glossy apples.
Jeromini apple variety
Characteristics of the variety
The Jeromini apple tree does not grow higher than 3 m, but most often reaches 2-2.5 m. This is a compact tree with a spherical crown, quite appropriate for large and small summer cottages.
The frost resistance of the variety is above average, withstands up to -30 ° C, but in a more severe climate it needs insulation for the winter. Resistance to pests and diseases is high.
The description of the fruits of this apple tree sounds like a miracle: they are purple-red, glossy and have an ideal shape - slightly elongated, rounded, almost the same size. The thin, strong skin of the apple is covered with a waxy coating.
The pulp has an amazing red-pink color, whitening towards the core. It is very juicy, crunchy, with a pronounced aroma. The taste of the fruit is sweet, slightly sour.
Growing
The apple tree loves well-lit areas and fertile soils. One of the pollinators should grow nearby (Fuji, Golden Delicious, Gala).
The groundwater at the selected location should not occur higher than at a depth of 2m.
Landing
You can plant a tree in spring or autumn.
When choosing a place for planting, take into account the required distance from neighboring trees - 3-4 m.
It is better to prepare the hole in advance, dig it to a depth of 70-80 cm, and then mix the soil with compost and put it on the bottom.
The seedling is placed in a hole, the root system is straightened and covered with earth. Then poured abundantly with water (2-3 buckets) and mulch.
Care
A young apple tree needs abundant watering 2-3 times a month, and if the weather is dry - once a week.
In the spring the tree is fed with mineral fertilizers, in the summer - with mineral and organic fertilizers, in the fall - with potash. Annual pruning consists of shaping the crown (in the form of a ball) and freeing the apple tree from dry branches.
To prevent diseases, the tree is regularly mulched, weeding weeds, and sprayed with special pest control agents.
The harvest
Fruits are kept fresh for a long time
The first miracle apples can be tasted already in the third year, and sometimes even in the second. Young trees at the age of 4-5 years yield about 10-15 kg, but after a few years, with good care, the yield rises to 50-80 kg.
Apples ripen in the second half of September, reaching a size of 150-200 g. Fruiting continues until mid-October.
The fruits have excellent keeping quality - up to 7 months at a temperature of 0-1 ° C.
Testimonials
Most of the reviews for Jeromini are positive. Gardeners who grow apples for themselves are satisfied with the excellent taste and long shelf life. The fruits are good both fresh and in jams, compote, preserves.
Baking with this variety is especially effective.
Those who grow for sale note the good transportability of the crop and significant consumer interest.
The tree does not freeze in winter in temperate climates, but gardeners still prefer to insulate it. Until the first fruiting, it is almost not cut, but with age, more and more attention is paid to the formation of the crown.
Due to the compact size of the apple tree, it is convenient to care for and harvest it. Fruit-laden branches are sometimes tied to pegs to prevent them from breaking.
Dignity
- Beauty, originality, aroma and taste of apples;
- Good keeping quality of fruits;
- Compact size of the tree;
- Early maturity;
- High productivity;
- Cold and pest resistance.
disadvantages
- The variety needs pollinators;
- In conditions of harsh winters, insulation is needed;
- Saplings are difficult to obtain and not cheap;
- Some branches in the midst of fruiting need to be tied up so that they do not break off.
Conclusion
The Jeromini apple variety is a real gift. It will delight you with an aesthetic appearance and great taste, surprise those around you with the originality of the fruits.
She has more advantages than disadvantages. But even these small disadvantages gardeners forgive him for the wonderful fruits.
In addition, good care and attention to the apple tree helps to compensate for all weaknesses.