Sea buckthorn "Dora" is a female variety with high yield and large berries. Bushes reach 3–5 m in height, have a dense branched crown and long thorns about 4–5 cm long. Leaves are dark green with a slight serration. The variety is late-ripening, with berries maturing by the end of September under favorable warm climate conditions.
Berries are large (over 1 cm), dense, with thick skin. They have a rich aroma, sweet-sour taste, and slight astringency, making them suitable for fresh consumption as well as processing into juices, compotes, preserves, and other products. Due to their dense structure, berries transport well.
"Dora" prefers sunny places with good lighting, grows on sandy and loamy soils, but also develops successfully on other soil types. Regular watering during moisture deficit and top-dressing with organic and phosphate fertilizers several times a year are required for optimal growth. Bushes expand quickly, so it is important to form the crown and prune extra branches in time to maintain yield and facilitate berry harvesting.
The variety is resistant to low temperatures, but poorly withstands severe winters; spring planting is recommended for good rooting. "Dora" is a popular choice among gardeners in Eastern Europe due to its high productivity, ease of care, and versatility of berry application.
