Do you dream of juicy remontant raspberries in a region with harsh winters? ❄️ Many gardeners struggle with canes freezing out or failing to give a second crop. I’m an agronomist, and I’ll share three varieties plus a complete care guide so that your raspberries reward you with two waves of berries!
1️⃣ Variety “Polka” — the Hybrid of Stability and Yield 🌟
- Winter Hardiness: down to –35 °C, ideal for Urals and Siberia.
- Productivity: up to 4 kg per bush per season, two harvests—early summer and autumn.
Care & Recommendations:
- 🛡️ Overwintering: After your autumn harvest, cut the canes at ground level, bend them down and secure them into a low “tepee” shape. Lightly cover with sawdust or dry leaves.
- 💦 Watering: In early spring, as snow melts, apply 20 L of water per bush; afterward, give 10 L every 10 days during summer.
- 🌱 Feeding:
- At the “green cone” stage, apply a balanced N‑P‑K fertilizer (10‑10‑10) at 50 g per m².
- In August, prepare a potash‑phosphate solution (30 g K₂O + 40 g superphosphate per 10 L water) and drench each bush with 10–15 L.
2️⃣ Variety “Pearl of Siberia” — a Berry Fairy Tale in the Cold ❄️🍒
- Winter Hardiness: down to –30 °C without cover, tolerates late spring frosts.
- Flavor: sweet‑tart, firm berries perfect for freezing or jam.
Care & Recommendations:
- 🌾 Mulching: After each pick, spread a 5–7 cm layer of compost or well‑rotted manure around the crown to insulate the roots.
- ✂️ Thinning Canes: Immediately after leaf drop, remove old and dead stems to prevent disease harboring.
- 🤲 Root Stimulation: In early spring, drench plants with “Kornevin” solution (5 g per 2 L water) to strengthen the root system.
3️⃣ Variety “Malachite” — the Master of Double Harvests 💎🍃
- Winter Hardiness: down to –28 °C; easily protected with a simple agrofibre “skirt.”
- Trait: disease‑resistant, second harvest produces even larger berries than the first.
Care & Recommendations:
- 🎋 Pruning:
- In spring, remove all weak or damaged canes, leaving 6–8 vigorous stems per bush.
- After the first harvest in summer, pinch out the cane tips to promote lateral shoot development.
- ☀️ Sun Protection: During hot midday sun, drape a light shade cloth over the bushes to prevent berry sunburn and conserve moisture.
- 🐛 Pest Control: Inspect regularly and at the first sign of aphids or gall mites, spray with a garlic or tobacco infusion.
📋 General Recommendations for All Varieties
- Location: full sun for at least 6 hours daily, with light afternoon shade in extreme heat.
- Soil: slightly acidic to neutral (pH 6.0–6.5), loose, well‑drained.
- Water & Drainage: avoid waterlogging, especially during snowmelt.
✅ In Conclusion
- Choose the right variety: Polka, Pearl of Siberia, or Malachite.
- Bend down and cover canes for winter protection.
- Prune, feed, and water according to the schedule above.
- Monitor for pests and apply preventative treatments.
Follow these steps, and you’ll enjoy two generous harvests of ripe, aromatic raspberries—even in the toughest climates! 🌿🍇
