The 'Solovyovskoye' apple variety is an early-summer variety of Siberian selection, developed at the Siberian Horticulture Research Institute. The tree is medium-sized, fast-growing, with a rounded canopy of medium density. It is distinguished by high winter hardiness, drought resistance, and heat tolerance, making it suitable for cultivation in various climatic conditions, including the middle belt and regions with frosts down to -40°C. The variety also possesses high resistance to apple scab, which significantly eases plant care and improves crop quality.
'Solovyovskoye' apple fruits have an average mass of 20–25 grams, are round-conical in shape with slight ribbing. Their coloration features a greenish-yellow background with a blurred bright-red blush, covered with numerous small subcutaneous dots. The fruit flesh is yellow, fine-grained, medium-density, and very juicy. The taste is acid-sweet, balanced, and pleasant, confirmed by a score of 4.3 points. The chemical composition of the fruits includes sugar content of about 13.9%, titratable acids up to 0.9%, ascorbic acid up to 5.9 mg per 100 grams, and a significant amount of P-active compounds.
The apple tree begins to bear fruit in the 4th-5th year after planting, demonstrating annual and regular fruiting with high yield. The fruits ripen in the second half of August and can be stored for up to 15 days after harvesting, allowing them to be used both for fresh consumption and for universal purposes. Due to its characteristics, the 'Solovyovskoye' variety is an excellent choice for gardeners seeking to obtain a high-quality and stable apple crop.
