JUBILEYNA KULIKOVA

The 'Jubileyna Kulikova' raspberry is a remontant early-maturing variety that bears fruit on the current season's canes in autumn. The bushes are of medium size and growth strength, semi-upright. The cane productivity averages 6-8 canes per bush. Two-year-old stems are brown-grey, straight, and covered with medium-sized thorns curving downwards. One-year-old canes are light brown with a purple base at the thorns, have sparse fuzz and a waxy coating. Leaves are medium-sized, green, lightly fuzzy, with moderately sharp serrations along the edges. Flowers are of medium size positioned at the level of the pistils. The 'Jubileyna Kulikova' berries are conical in shape, raspberry-colored, with an average weight of about 4.9 g and a maximum of 7.5 g. The pedicel is of medium length with slight prickliness. The pulp is sweet-and-sour with a pleasant aroma, confirmed by a tasting score of 4.1 points. The berries contain 6.8% sugars, 1.4% acids, and 82 mg% of vitamin C. The yield is average, reaching 182.7 c/ha according to the applicant. The berries have good transportability, making the variety convenient for harvesting and marketing. The variety has medium drought tolerance and heat resistance. In terms of disease and pest resistance, 'Jubileyna Kulikova' is affected by anthracnose and grey mold to a minor degree, as well as raspberry and spider mites with minimal damage. Thanks to these characteristics and good winter hardiness, the variety is popular among gardeners. For successful cultivation, it is recommended to consider planting and care features, including choosing a suitable location and applying microelements, which contributes to obtaining a stable and high-quality harvest.