Apples "Renet Semerenko": variety description, calorie content and cultivation

The variety of apples "Semerenko" is in great demand among buyers. But many are interested in why this particular variety of apples is so popular, because today there is a huge range of other varieties of apples. To answer this question, it is necessary to study this assortment of apples in more detail, and also what are the benefits for the human body.

This variety of apples is very old, so no one knows how it happened, but it was discovered by the famous gardener L.P. Simirenko. This happened in the 80s of the XIX century in his gardens, located near the city of Mliyev (Ukraine). The scientist named apples in honor of his father - Simirenko Renet Plato. But, after many years, the name has changed several times, and most buyers know the apple tree variety as "Semerenko".

Apple tree "Semerenko" is medium-sized, has sprawling branches resembling a mushroom cap. The apple tree has a wide trunk. The bark is grayish in color, but the part that is constantly illuminated by the sun's rays has a brownish color. The leaves have a standardized shape. This type of apple tree is a medium-late variety. During flowering, a large number of snow-white flowers appear on the tree, which resemble a saucer.

Ripe fruits have a greenish tint with small white patches.If the apple tree grows in the southern region, then with constant exposure to sunlight, a pinkish speck forms on the apples. The fruits can be both medium and large, but the shape of all is flattened-conical. Basically, the weight of apples varies from 150 to 180 grams, the weight limit can reach 200 grams. The skin of apples has a dense and even structure. On the skin you can see 2-3 growths, but this is considered the norm for this variety. Ripe fruits are able to retain their taste for 6 months, that is, this variety can be placed in a cool room for the winter.

An apple tree that is under 10 years old can bear fruit every year. But at a later age, fruiting will be 1 time in 2-3 years. This variety has high drought resistance, but is more sensitive to frost.

The main advantage of Semerenko apples is a pleasant sweet aftertaste with moderate sourness and snow-white juicy pulp, in some cases it can be with a greenish tint. And also this type of fruit has some differences in calorie content and BJU from red and yellow apples. The composition of the fruit includes a huge range of vitamins B1, B2, B5, B6, A, K, PP, C, H, as well as calcium, phosphorus, sodium and iron. The total calorie content of Semerenko fruits is 37 calories per 100 grams. 100 grams of the product contains: proteins - 0.5 g, fats - 0.4 g, carbohydrates - 9.1 g.

You can talk about how useful the fruits are for a long time. If you regularly use apples of this variety, you can achieve such positive effects as:

• the metabolism of fats is activated, which leads to the loss of extra pounds; this feature of apples allows them to be used in almost all types of diets;
• blood sugar levels are normalized, in particular, experts recommend using them for people suffering from diabetes;
• immunity increases;
• with the constant use of green apples, the condition of hair, nails and skin improves;
• due to the pectin contained in the composition, excess cholesterol is removed from the liver, and the body is cleansed of toxins and toxins;
• the high fiber content in fruits allows them to be used as a laxative, especially for those who have chronic diseases associated with constipation;
• experts from America have proven that with daily consumption of 250 grams of apple juice, the risk of developing age-related dementia is reduced;
• normalizes the level of hemoglobin in the blood.

Apples "Semerenko" are considered universal, because they can be consumed not only fresh. They are used in the preparation of compotes, drinks, jam, jam.

If we talk about the dangers of these products, then it is minimal, and it is also mainly associated with the improper use of fruits. If you buy products from Semerenko apples (juice, flour products with filling) in stores or choose imported apples, then this only harms the body. After all, these products contain additives and chemical flavor enhancers that increase the risk of developing cancer.Imported products are grown using various pesticides to increase growth and create an attractive appearance. Such fruits can cause intoxication of the body or the slow accumulation of harmful substances.

Due to the sugars contained in the fruits, experts prohibit eating for people who have diseases such as gastritis, various diseases of the stomach and duodenum. Coarse fiber of fruits can provoke colitis. The composition of the seeds of apples "Renet Semerenko" contains a large amount of poisonous hydrocyanic acid. If there is a need to replenish iodine in the body, then 3-4 bones per day should be consumed in the daily diet, otherwise intoxication of the body may occur. After each use of apples, you should rinse your mouth with a clean liquid, because the acid containing has a negative effect on tooth enamel, thinning and destroying it.

Apple tree "Renet Semerenko" has low rates of frost, so gardeners grow this variety in areas with a temperate climate. This variety is grown in Ukraine and in the Southern Federal District in Russia (Rostov region, Krasnodar region, Chechnya, Ingushetia, Astrakhan region, North Ossetia, Dagestan).

You can plant young seedlings in the spring (before the buds open) or in the fall, when the leaves completely fall on the trees.A pit for planting trees is prepared in advance, that is, 6–12 months in advance, while taking into account the fact that the planting area should be well lit in the summer. The diameter of the hole should vary from 1 to 1.5 meters, and the depth should be about 90 cm. Drainage must be laid at the bottom of the pit. As top dressing, peat mixed with humus is poured. After that, fertile soil is added so that it fills ½ of the hole.

If you use sandy soil, then clay must be placed at the bottom and covered with plant waste from above (the thickness should be no more than 15 cm). Next, a young tree is placed with a supporting structure, then covered with soil. In ideal condition, a small hill should form above the ground, which must be compacted and poured with 30-40 liters of liquid.

This variety of apple trees does not require a large amount of moisture, so for the whole season it is enough to water the seedlings 3-4 times. The volume of water for irrigation is calculated according to such a principle as: how old is the apple tree, how many buckets of liquid will be required for one-time irrigation. The first watering must be carried out in early June, the second - at the time of fruit ripening, and the third - before the onset of frost.

In the spring, when the buds have not yet blossomed, it is necessary to add fertilizers containing nitrogen to the soil. These agents include urea, calcium or sodium nitrate. If an excessive amount of nitrogen is introduced into the soil, then there is a risk of destroying the root system of the tree, therefore, the ratio of water and substance should be strictly observed when preparing the solution.Experts recommend spraying plants in the spring with specialized preparations that contain copper.

In this way, the attack of harmful insects and microorganisms can be prevented. In the summer, fertilizers containing phosphorus must be applied, and mulching around the trunk is also carried out with peat, compost and humus.

These activities take place during the summer. At the same time, you need to cut off dry, broken, diseased branches and shoots. In the event that a large number of ovaries have formed on the tree, they must be removed (about half), thus, the crop is rationed, where the fruits will be large. Pruning is necessary so that the crown of the tree is evenly lit, and you can also avoid the appearance of various diseases. Because, or the plant is cut correctly, further productivity will depend.

Since the plant is exposed to diseases such as scab and powdery mildew, in the fall it is necessary to carefully remove and burn all fallen leaves and twigs that are on the ground. After all, it is in the waste that the fungus can hide, and with the onset of heat, it will begin to actively develop, gradually moving to all plants. But if it was not possible to avoid the appearance of such diseases, then you should not despair ahead of time. To date, there is a wide range of specialized products that can cure a tree from such harmful microorganisms. It is enough just to spray the plant a certain number of times with drugs such as Euparen and Polycarbacin.

A variety of apple trees "Semerenko" does not respond well to negative temperatures. Therefore, when growing apple trees in harsh climatic conditions, it is necessary to take measures that will facilitate the wintering of the plant. Before the onset of severe frosts, you need to cover the trees with special materials. Apple bark is a favorite delicacy of hares.

Gardeners involved in the cultivation of Semerenko apples leave only positive feedback about this type of crop. After all, such an apple tree gives not only a rich harvest for the season, but also its fruits have useful qualities for the body. Many summer residents note that apples perfectly tolerate transportation over long distances without deforming. Due to this feature, they are used for food purposes. There are also negative opinions about this variety of apple trees, namely, the following disadvantages should be noted:

• poor resistance to various diseases;
• old apple trees do not bear fruit every season;
• poor resistance to low temperatures;
• poor self-pollination;
• it is necessary to constantly carry out measures to care for the plant.

Many shortcomings can be easily eliminated. Indeed, with proper and regular tree care, a rich fruit harvest is ensured. Apple trees "Semerenko" have poor self-pollination, so when planting such trees, it is necessary to additionally plant other varieties of apples for pollination. Most gardeners leave the apple orchard unattended for a long time, after which they are surprised by the appearance of some diseases on the plant, and later by the loss of the crop.

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