16 best grapes for Moscow region

For many centuries, the fruit culture of grapes has been very popular among breeders and lovers to eat healthy berries. Crimea, Asia and the Caucasus are territories in the Russian empire where they were first grown for the first time. After thousands of years, this fruit successfully grows in the middle belt of the country and in its North. The capriciousness of the plant and its thermophilicity is not a hindrance today. Even amateur gardeners can grow a delicious product based on simple rules of care.

When planting a fruit must be guided by its characteristics. For example, for growing in the Moscow region, a grape variety must have the following criteria: winter hardiness, good immunity to disease, and early harvest. These qualities are endowed with many varieties of beautiful, and most importantly, delicious fruit.

The best grapes for uncovered growing in the suburbs

Uncovered varieties have a high resistance to frost and do not need shelter. The vine maintains temperature to-40 degrees. The grapes are suitable for cultivation in any of the territories of Russia.

4 Alpha

Undoiled variety was the result of crossing. He brought in the United States, and Russian gardeners began to grow it a few decades ago. The grapes can be planted in the suburbs, there it endures temperature drops and successfully blooms in cold conditions. Numerous shoots give the full right to call alpha vigorous plants. The length of the vine can reach 9 meters in length. This is a late form of grapes - ripen in late September. Cylindrical clusters are able to become an ornament, and the leaves - to bring a contrast to the full image of the plant.

Frosted fruit looks black, but the color is rather dark blue. They are round in shape and have an average size. Tastes, judging by the reviews, specific. Vineyard sweetish, but quite strongly sour. The composition of sugar in it - 16 percent. Alpha is unpretentious in care. He adequately resists parasites and diseases. The variety is popular among the employed population - there is almost no time to grow. With one bush yield will be about 10 kg. Some sweet lovers do not like the sour taste of the fruit, but Alpha is perfect for people who are on a diet.

3 Jupiter

American scientists have developed a variety by crossing Arkansas Selection 1258 x Arkansas Selection 1762. Now it is called one of the best varieties of foreign selection. Grapes nicknamed raisin - there are no bones. It is in great demand in the Moscow region, where it is planted priority in the suburban areas. From the moment of planting, it takes 2-3 years, and it begins to bear fruit actively. The vine is brown in color.The rich green color of the leaves is striking. Clusters are large, conical. During ripening, they look wonderful due to the berries of various shades.

Fruits are round with a pointed tip about 7 kg of weight. Ripe berries are dark blue with a matte finish. Experienced gardeners find a large number of advantages in Jupiter’s raisin. Self-fertility allows you to achieve high yields. Frosts will not bring problems to the plant, because it is winter-resistant and tolerates low temperatures well. Peeled fruits have excellent storage performance. For several months they will not change the appearance or taste. But you need to harvest immediately, as the berries begin to crumble after ripening. Kishmish was also loved by all because of the excellent taste with hints of isabel nutmeg.

2 Aleshenkin

About 60 years ago, people first tried to grow a variety. It proved to be winter-resistant and tasty. Today he is actively planted in the garden near Moscow. The emerald color of the leaves attracts attention, and the taste of the berries is appreciated highly. The shrub is considered tall, and one bunch weighs, sometimes, more than 2 kg. After planting, the Aleshenkin variety quickly takes root. Toward the end of August, you can harvest up to 25 kg from one vine. Peel berries well protects against damage. Therefore, the variety can travel long distances.

High yield is marked by gardeners as the best quality. And even a beginner can cope with its cultivation. Watering and prevention of pests will not be for him to be complicated procedures. The grapes can be considered early, as it ripens after 120 days. The color of the berries has an amber tint with a glint of wax. Most of them have absolutely no bones. Due to this, the flesh is juicy, sweet and tender. Of the disadvantages of a non-covered variety, gardeners emit low resistance to frost on the lower part of the plant.

1 Valiant

Grape plantations of the Russian territory are literally planted with this non-roofing variety. Due to the indifferent attitude to the harsh weather conditions, Valiant has become one of the most popular among his fellows. It differs in high fructification and excellent endurance. "Valorous" fruit will change the garden or yard area. The density of the brushes of bisexual inflorescences gives the variety a majestic appearance. Dark blue fruits are small. The skin on the grapes is removed quite easily when fully ripe.

Year after year, Valiant brings a rich harvest. It belongs to the mid-season category and matures within 130-140 days. Having withstood frosts up to -45 degrees, the variety by the beginning of September will undoubtedly ripen and will delight with its unsurpassed taste, which resembles strawberries. Watering, pruning and fertilizing will be necessary preventive measures for a successful result in the season. Valiant is prone to certain diseases: anthracnose, oidium and mildew, so you need to carefully monitor the condition of the plant and, if necessary, use special drugs to eliminate symptoms at an early stage.

The best technical grapes for the Moscow region

Technical grades are intended specifically for the manufacture of wine beverages, due to the high content of juice in the fruit. With their help, you can "grow" excellent wine. One has only to choose the right type of plant.

4 Amur

The whole territory of Russia can be a good help for growing Amur grapes - it will take root anywhere. The variety is descended from a wild plant, so its characteristics are distinguished by endurance and persistent opposition to negative external factors. Even after minor injuries, due to the high viability, the plant has the ability to recover quickly. The berries are quite large, and the clusters can reach one kilogram of weight.They are great for making high-quality wine drink.

Harvest Amur variety brings decent, both in the north and in the south. At the cottages near Moscow, he is in high demand. In addition to the listed benefits, grapes have excellent taste. It is sweet with a pleasant, barely perceptible, sourness. Unpretentiousness in care is a significant plus for gardeners. The plant is practically not sick. With proper prophylaxis, it will rejoice in resistance to injury. The disadvantages include the need for regular pruning.

3 Cabernet Sauvignon

In the distant 17th century, the Cabernet variety was developed. It turned out by crossing in the country of France. The plant has excellent frost resistance, so it is grown in central Russia. Small clusters have a cylindrical shape - up to 15 centimeters in length. Saplings grow quickly. Berries with a waxy bloom of dark blue. They smell like currants and have a sweet sugary taste. Vintage wines are made from this variety, and they are very popular.

Cabernet Sauvignon steadily resists disease. Various weather conditions will not become a hindrance - the grapes will successfully grow without the characteristic rotting. Reviews of experienced people who are engaged in the cultivation of this technical form, are positive. They relate to the significant benefits of the amount of harvest and the pleasantness of taste. The variety is prone to pea and shattering. To avoid this, you need to carefully care for seedlings. Water, trim and feed on time with fertilizers.

2 Isabel

One of the best and most common grape varieties. He appeared through natural selection. Discovered Isabella in the United States. Today it is grown in different parts of our country. The plant has a fairly standard appearance. Clusters of medium size, not too dense, conical shape. 2-3 shoots grow on one shoot, so the harvest is rich. Fruits are round with a dense matte coating. The peel is durable and has a protective function. Isabella has good transportability.

Berry to taste sweet and sour. Its sugar content is about 17 percent. There are practically no stones. Grapes ripen late - in the first half of October. Ripe fruits characteristically smell - the flavor of "muscatel". From the moment of disembarkation, it will be possible to enjoy Isabella 3-4 years later. This type of plant is actively used for making wine. On the shelves of stores such a drink is very popular. The disadvantages of the variety include: drought intolerance (requires regular watering), susceptibility to the disease called anthracnose, the need for preventive care.

1 Crystal

Top view fruit is perfect for making wine drinks. Hungarian breeders made it. The hybrid today has frost resistance and unpretentiousness. After 110 days after the readiness of the kidneys, the Crystal begins to delight with good fruiting. In the suburbs, he matured by mid-August. The berries are not prone to flaking and for a long time retain their appearance, remaining on the bush. Brush varieties are long and massive - weigh about 200 g. The plant will feel great in cold weather down to -30 degrees.

Crude and rainy weather is not terrible to the plant because of its immunity at the genetic level to wet rot. It is resistant to various diseases. Berries from the vineyard is not large. They are slightly oval-shaped in white and green. Additional protection is provided by a characteristic touch. The skin is dense, which helps to maintain the presentation during transport. Harmonious taste marked by gardeners. The flesh of the fruit is juicy and sweet. Crystal produces excellent dry wine.

The best table grapes for the Moscow region

The table type of grapes will serve as an excellent solution for decorating any holiday table.It has a beautiful appearance and a pleasant taste.

4 Beautiful girl

Relatively recently cultivated variety managed to catch the fancy of many gardeners. He was created by breeder Pavlovski EE by crossing in 2004. The mild taste and nice appearance positively influence the demand of the product. Beauty has bisexual flowers. The dark pink color of the berries is covered with bloom, which perfectly protects from damage during transportation. The composition of sugar is 15 percent. Therefore, the fruits have a sweet taste with thin sourness. They are big enough that many sweets like.

Stable fruiting will be ensured in 3-4 years after planting. The root system is powerful, it nourishes the plant with essential substances. There are practically no seeds - no more than three in one berry. The beauty has a frost resistance and is able to "live" at temperatures up to -25 degrees. The variety will be a real decoration on the table. Large fruits of excellent color will look presentable surrounded by other dishes. The disadvantages include a predisposition for cracking berries.

3 Timur

Undemanding variety is popular with gardeners. It is actively grown in cottages near Moscow. It ripens early and belongs to the superhuman species. Increased resistance to external factors due to the origin of Timur. His parents, Frumoas Albe and Vostrog, are also distinguished by the qualities of endurance and unpretentiousness in care. Berries have come to taste to many, besides, they have an excellent view and are an ornament for the holiday table. Ripe fruits are harvested in mid-July.

Vineyard bushes compact. 2-3 shoots grow on the shoots, which indicates a high fruiting. Berries of large oval sizes have a dense texture and nutmeg aroma. The skin is barely perceptible, thin - does not interfere with enjoying the delicate taste. If at planting all the rules were observed, then Timur will bring a rich harvest and will delight them every year. Saplings take root fairly quickly, the grapes are considered early ripening. Designed fruits for dessert treats. The composition of the soil should be suitable - the variety does not like drought.

2 Cardinal

The best qualities collected in a variety. In the 30s of the last century, it was created by Californian breeders. Due to its early maturation, the plant is popular among gardeners of the Moscow region. Large clusters have a cylindrical shape. Tasters highly appreciated the taste of the product - 9 points out of 10 possible. Due to the durable peel, the berries long retain an excellent appearance for 3 months. Therefore, they have good transportability.

Amazing sweet taste attracts the attention of gardeners. With proper care, the Cardinal will bring a rich harvest. Autumn planting is preferred. Experienced gardeners are recommended to cover the bushes for the winter with hay or straw, without this they can withstand temperatures up to -22 degrees. The variety loves moderate moisture, so it needs regular watering. The vineyard is poorly resistant to diseases, so it needs to be periodically processed, which does not suit some amateur gardeners.

1 Queen of the vineyards

Sverkhranny grade with screaming name has a rich historical path. Brought him in 1925 in Hungary by crossing the species - Queen Elizabeth with Pearls Sabot. For cultivation in the Moscow region, it is recommended to cover the plant during the frost period, since it is not very adapted to cold winters (it can withstand temperatures of -22 degrees). A small amount of sugar in the composition makes the fruit low-calorie, but at the same time tasty and sweetish. Great fruitfulness have stepchildren vineyards.

The leaves of the Queen of the vineyards are small and rounded. The berries are round and oval. Their width is 22 mm, and the length is 26. The amber gleam is traced on ripened fruits.The aroma of their barely noticeable - nutmeg character. In cold regions, the yield will be average, because the variety loves warm and sunny weather. However, with proper care, it bears fruit well. The queen of the vineyards is weakly resistant to disease. She is demanding to care, especially in cold regions.

The best universal grape varieties for the Moscow region

The versatility of varieties lies in their purpose. They are used both for fresh use, and for processing in juice and wine.

4 friendship

Tasty grapes are the result of hard work of Russian and Bulgarian breeders. Even a newcomer in this field will grow a decent harvest. Friendship is unpretentious in care and quite cold-resistant. It is adapted to the harsh climates of Russia. Withstands temperatures up to -23 degrees, if winters are characterized by severe frosts, then the vineyard should be covered during this period. The clusters are cylindricon varieties of small size. They decorate the bush and look beautiful in the garden.

Round berries of a light shade differ in charming nutmeg taste. Very early ripening allows you to try the fruits by August. The watery and juicy flesh is popular with most grape lovers. In addition, the fruits are very sweet, they are 21 percent sugar. Versatility lies in the fact that Friendship is used to prepare wines, juices, and also consumed fresh. The plant is fairly resistant to fungal diseases. For sale, the variety does not fit, its presentation leaves much to be desired.

3 Pearl Hall

The variety has a high yield. He will bring round berries weighing 2.5 grams. When fully ripe, the fruits become amber in color. Gardeners appreciate the nutmeg flavor of the grapes, it brings true pleasure. The flesh is tender and crispy. The pearls of the hall are perfect for making homemade wine, its taste will be pleasantly sweet and tart. The preservation of berries at a high level - they can be transported without fear of damage. Variety tolerates temperatures up to -24 degrees without cover.

The pearl of the hall is resistant to most diseases, such as: gray rot, milde and others. Medium early species actively planted in country houses, where he not only brings a tasty harvest, but also decorates the site. Reviews of gardeners say that Pearl Hall is one of the best varieties for planting in cold regions. There he takes root well and gives fruits no worse than in the south of Russia. Useful properties of grapes will improve health and improve immunity.

2 Moscow white

The superearly variety is resistant to harsh winters - withstands temperatures up to -27 degrees. It is ready for consumption at the end of August. At 60 percent Moscow white is disease resistant. Clusters have medium size. Ripe berries with a greenish color and a yellow tinge. They are small and round. The grade is popular for cultivation at dachas. Gardeners note unpretentious plants and a rich harvest.

The size of the shoots suggests that the vineyard has a vigorous shrub - they reach 2 meters. The shape of the cluster is conical, sometimes cylindrical also prevails. Moscow white can withstand frost. He is practically not seen in a painful state. It is bypassed by mildew and gray rot. Regardless of weather conditions, during the season the variety will bring good and tasty berries. Experienced gardeners recommend planting a sapling surrounded by buildings, thereby protecting the plant from the wind.

1 Anniversary of Scuin

Universal vineyard with a nice appearance and excellent taste. It has a medium shrub, with large leaves and sturdy shoots. Clusters of cylindrical shape and medium size. The berries look presentable, they have a white smooth skin. Juicy taste will appeal to all guests. A harmonious combination of sweetness and acid perfectly complement each other. Tasters put a high mark on the variety - 8 points out of 10 possible.

High yields are provided with good care. Seedlings take root quickly. Fruits ripen by August, on average, collect about 5 kg from one bush. Sugar in the berries - 15.8 percent. Diseases affect the plant in 40 percent of cases, which is acceptable and even beneficial to gardeners. Jubilee Scuin grown preferably in the suburbs, because it is well tolerates temperature extremes. The vineyard needs regular pruning, which does not suit all gardeners.

Popular vote - what kind of grapes for the suburbs do you think is best?
We vote!

Valiant

Aleshenkin

Jupiter

Alpha

Crystal

Isabel

Cabernet Sauvignon

Amur

Queen of the vineyards

Cardinal

Timur

Beautiful girl

Anniversary of Scuin

Moscow white

Pearl Hall

friendship

Tayfi

Hussein

Ainset Sidlis

Total votes: 12

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