887-Super — early grape with large clusters and resistance to cracking Selection: Zagorulko Vitaliy Volodymyrovych Parental pair: Podarunok Zaporizhzhia × Livia Ripening period: early (100–105 days) Growth strength: vigorous Frost resistance: up to –22°C Disease resistance: average Purpose: table form Description of the variety 887-Super — early selection form of grapes by Zagorulko Vitaliy Volodymyrovych, obtained as a result of crossing the Podarunok Zaporizhzhia form and the Livia variety. The form ripens early, in approximately 100–105 days. In the conditions of the Zaporizhzhia region, the berries begin to ripen and gain color in early August. The clusters are large, conical in shape, weighing 1200–1600 g, some may be even larger. The length of the bunch can reach up to 40 cm. The inflorescence is conical, the flower is bisexual, which contributes to good pollination. The berries are large, with dense fleshy pulp. The skin is practically not felt when consumed. The taste is harmonious, pleasant and balanced. 887-Super has good resistance of berries to cracking with a sharp change in air and soil humidity. The berries also withstand solar loads well, which allows you to grow bunches without shading even in southern regions. The form shows itself better in a grafted culture, since the rooting of the vine without additional agrotechnical measures and stimulants may be weak. Characteristics Ripening period: early, 100–105 days Ripening period: early August Bunch weight: 1200–1600 g Possible bunch weight: up to 1800 g Bunch length: up to 40 cm Bunch shape: conical Taste: harmonious Pulp: dense, fleshy Skin: almost not felt when eating Flower: bisexual Resistance to cracking: high Resistance to sunburn: good Resistance to mildew, oidium and rot: 2.5–3 points Frost resistance: up to –22°C Vine pruning: to 6–8 buds Vine rooting: weak, it is advisable to grow in a grafted culture Growing features For 887-Super, pruning of fruit vines to 6–8 buds is recommended. Due to the weaker rooting of cuttings, it is advisable to grow the form in a grafted culture or use additional agricultural techniques for better rooting. The form is well suited for southern regions, since the berries have good resistance to sunburn and do not require mandatory shading of the clusters. Advantages of the variety ✓ Early ripening period ✓ Large clusters up to 1.6–1.8 kg ✓ Harmonious taste of berries ✓ Dense fleshy pulp ✓ The skin is almost not felt when eating ✓ Bisexual flower ✓ Resistance of berries to cracking ✓ Good resistance to sunburn ✓ Suitable for growing in the South of Ukraine ✓ Promising form of selection Zagorulka V.V.