Amur Breakthrough One grape: characteristics and description of the variety, care and planting

Frost-resistant grape varieties are suitable for growing in risky farming zones. One such variety is Amursky Proryv, beloved by gardeners for its ease of cultivation and high yield.

History of appearance

Amursky Proryv is also known as Odin or Potapenko-7. Its ancestor is a wild grape growing in China and the Far East. Thanks to the experiments of breeder A.I. Potapenko, an improved version of the wild grape was developed, which gave rise to other frost-hardy vine varieties.

Since 2018, Amursky Proryv has been registered in the State Register, although it has long been cultivated in Siberia, the Urals, and the Northwest. In its basic characteristics, Odin is similar to other varieties bred in the Far East.

Description of the variety

The bushes are vigorous, with powerful shoots. Young branches are green, turning dark brown in the second year. The bark is thin, peeling as the bushes mature.

The bushes grow quickly, with the vines growing up to 2.3-2.5 meters over the summer. The trunk diameter is 18-20 cm, and the vines reach 30-35 meters in length.

It produces numerous shoots and twines well. The leaves are slightly elongated or rounded, large, and have serrated edges. The blade length is 20-25 cm. The underside of the leaf is slightly pubescent. In summer, the foliage is dark green, turning crimson as autumn approaches.

It is distinguished by early vegetation, high disease resistance, and increased moisture requirements.

Fruit characteristics

Unlike wild varieties, the Amur Breakthrough produces larger berries. They range in color from purple to deep pink and deep blue.

A bunch can weigh up to 400 grams. The size and quality of the berries depend on growing conditions. Berries weigh 3-4 grams and are 12-15 mm long. The pigmentation is pale, with the flesh visible through the thick skin. The fruit has a pleasant flavor, with a subtle tartness. Sugar levels are 21-23%. This is high; not every southern variety is as sweet. Acidity levels are between 6-7%.

The berries are versatile in their uses. Amur breakthrough berries are delicious in compotes, juices, and wines. They are also processed into jams and preserves, and the pits are used to make essential oils. The berries are suitable for long-distance transport and do not deform.

Productivity

On average, a bush yields 8-10 kg of fruit. This variety is characterized by vigorous growth; when grown as an arbour variety, the perennial bush yields up to 80-100 kg.

Advantages and disadvantages

Grapes One grown in the middle zone, in the European North, and in Primorye. It grows best in its native regions—the Far East.

Among the advantages we highlight:

• unpretentiousness;
• resistance to traditional grape infections (especially when grown in climatic conditions similar to Primorye);
• frost resistance;
• versatility of berries;
• possibility of growing without winter cover;
• suitability for transportation;
• good taste;
• high ability to recover from spring freezing of shoots

In late summer and fall, when the berries are ripening, they are not attacked by wasps. Gardeners note that Amursky Proryv makes a good decorative planting. Arbors, arches, and green walls covered with vines create a unique look.

This variety grows everywhere and requires minimal care. Even a novice gardener can grow these grapes.

Flaws:

• requires abundant watering;
• does not tolerate drought well;
• In the middle zone, bushes are affected by mildew (mandatory prevention is required).

Not all gardeners appreciate the late ripening of berries. But the bushes and fruit are immune to the first frosts, and the berries only become sweeter.

Features of agricultural technology

The unpretentious Amur Breakthrough is planted in various ways:

• seeds;
• seedlings;
• cuttings.

The simplest options are cuttings and seedlings, and fruiting will begin in just 2-3 years. reproduction The seeds don't retain the berries' flavor, and acidity levels increase. The first harvest should be no earlier than 4-5 years later.

Choosing a location

Choose a sunny, wind-protected site. The vines are frost-resistant, but for best berry ripening, they require warmth, good light, and protection from strong winds.

Chernozem, loam, and sandy loam soils are preferred. The pH is acidic or slightly acidic. This grapevine dislikes alkaline soils, so peat is added to such areas.

Landing

Plant seedlings or cuttings in the spring, after the soil has warmed. Dig holes and trenches in advance, and provide drainage. Suitable drainage layers include:

• expanded clay;
• pebbles;
• brick fragments.

At the same time, trellis supports are installed, and wire is stretched in 2-3 rows. The stakes are spaced 4 meters apart, and the outer supports are supported by props for stability. When cultivating vigorous Amur grapes, gardeners install trellises on both sides of the bushes. This facilitates maintenance and harvesting of the berries.

A length of pipe is also inserted into the soil at the same time as planting. One end is raised 15-20 cm above the ground surface, and the other end is buried in the soil. This device will help with watering the plants; water will not evaporate, and the roots will receive the required amount of moisture.

After planting, the seedlings are mulched with hay or straw. For the Odin variety, mulching is an important agricultural practice, helping to retain moisture and protect the bushes from rapid weed growth. When loosening the soil, the mulch is removed and then replaced.

Caring for Amur Breakthrough grapes

The cultivation technology of this variety is not complicated, the methods are traditional:

• watering;
• top dressing;
• bush formation;
• disease prevention;
• preparing for winter.

Some recommendations for annual care:

1. The Amur Breakthrough grape prefers moist soil but does not tolerate overwatering. Water the vines regularly, taking into account weather conditions and soil conditions. For mature vines, the typical rate is 3-4 buckets. Avoid watering the roots. Watering should be temporarily stopped approximately 8-10 days before flowering. Resume after flowering.
2. Trim the bushes according to standard formation schemes. In autumn, the shoots are cut off when removed from the trellis, in spring - before the buds swell.
3. Variety One is often grown without pruning. In the spring, deformed, weak, or frozen shoots are removed, and in the fall, weak, diseased shoots that are interfering with growth are removed.
4. Avoid watering grapes directly on the leaves. It's best to pour water into buried pipes or special channels. Moisture penetration on the leaves provokes the appearance of diseases.
5. First-year vines must be prepared for winter by covering them. Mature vines can withstand temperatures as low as -40ºC, but it's not worth risking. In areas where winter temperatures drop below -20ºC, covering the shoots is recommended.
6. Diluted slurry (1:5) and complex fertilizers are suitable for top dressing. Nitrogen supplements are recommended only in spring and until mid-summer, then water with solutions. containing potassium, phosphorus.
7. To stimulate the ripening of the vines, the side shoots are broken off.
8. The bush is formed over the course of four years, after which pruning is sufficient.
9. When grown in the middle zone, there is a risk of downy mildew appearing on the vine. To prevent the disease, they are treated Treat bushes, row spacing, and the soil surface with solutions of Bordeaux mixture and Oxychom. Bordeaux mixture should only be used in early spring, at the 5-6 leaf stage, and before flowering. Alternatively, use Polichom or Topaz. It's advisable to alternate between the two to avoid resistance (habituation).

With proper care, Odin's seedlings begin to produce berries as early as the third year.

The Amursky Proryv (One) grape variety is promising for cultivation in all climate zones of Russia. The bushes produce good yields, delighting gardeners with delicious, juicy berries.

Reviews

Tatyana, Podolsk

We've been growing Amursky Proryv for 7-8 years, and we have few complaints. It prefers moist soil and doesn't require winter cover. The berries grow juicy and produce large clusters. The only problem is mildew, so I apply it several times per season.

Elizaveta, Vologda

I also grow Amur grapes, although I was very skeptical about growing grapes in our region. But this one is a joy: both for the berries and the beauty of the bushes. In the fall, the bushes near the fence are like flames, very beautiful and vibrant. The berries are dark blue, low in acidity. If the summer is sunny and warm, you can't tell them apart from the berries of southern varieties.