Tomato Melody F1: detailed description and subtleties of cultivation

Shchelkovsky early tomato variety for beginner gardeners

Hello, dear gardeners! I don’t know about you, but I am always surprised by the variety of varieties and hybrids of tomatoes, and every season I always try to plant some new ones. But the old proven varieties should not be forgotten, and although some are considered obsolete, it is too early to “write them off”. Especially if you are a beginner gardener and don’t always know all the intricacies of tomato farming.

The Shchelkovsky early tomato variety will definitely please you with excellent early harvests, and it will not require complex care. For those who are just mastering the difficult art of growing a heat-loving vegetable, this variety is perfect.

1. Early and fruitful
2. Description of fruits
3. Advantages of the variety

Early and fruitful

The low-growing tomato was bred in the 80s of the last century, and all these years it has been pleasing gardeners in various regions.

The name once again indicates the main characteristic of the tomato - this is an early variety, since only 80-90 days pass from the moment the first shoots appear to the ripening of the fruit. Therefore, it can be safely grown in risky farming zones, in the Urals, Siberia, and the North-West.

Shchelkovsky early produces excellent yields in the Moscow region, while some grow it in open ground, while others prefer shelters. You will enjoy the harvest in any case!

The bush is determinate, very compact, the height of the plant ranges from 30 cm to 60-80 cm. In open ground this tomato does not grow tall; plants in a greenhouse will be slightly higher.

Shchelkovsky early bears fruit well on balconies, loggias, and on apartment windowsills. So if you want to plant a tomato at home, you can choose this low-growing variety.

No pinning is required, no garter required. True, sometimes gardeners still tie up the plant (especially in open ground) so that during precipitation or wind the tomato and fruits are not broken.

Tomato stems are dense, stocky, the number of leaves is average. Due to its compactness and low height, Shelkovsky early can also be grown in dense plantings. This is especially convenient if the area is small.

The usual pattern for planting this sturdy tree is 50x30 cm.

In warm regions, a seedless method of cultivation is allowed, when the seeds are sown directly into the ground. The optimal time is mid-May.

Description of fruits

Now let's talk about the features of the fruits themselves. And let’s say right away that in the Shchelkovsky Early variety they are not large, weighing only 50-60 grams. But these are quite normal sizes for ultra-early ripening tomatoes.

The fruits are round, with smooth, dense skin, without spots at the stalk. The pulp is dense, tasty, the sourness is felt, but not particularly strong.

The fruits can be used for canning, pickling, salads, and making sauces.

IMPORTANT! A special feature of the Shchelkovsky early variety: it is recommended to process tomatoes or consume them on the same day the fruits are picked. They are not suitable for storage, since even just a few days after collection, the taste deteriorates.

Advantages of the variety

Judging by the reviews of those who planted the variety, many people like Shchelkovsky early. Here are the main advantages of this tomato:

• very early fruit ripening;
• unpretentiousness;
• resistance to temperature changes;
• compactness of bushes;
• the possibility of growing plants in dense plantings;
• friendly return of the harvest;
• universal use of tomatoes (salads, canning, pickling).

IMPORTANT! The determinant variety Shchelkovsky early manages to “give” the harvest before late blight appears. It is resistant to most diseases and only the usual preventive measures are required when caring for it.

This tomato will not cause any serious trouble, so if your knowledge of the peculiarities of growing tomatoes is not so extensive and you have little experience, you can opt for this variety.

Many experienced summer residents also grow Shchelkovsky early, trying to get early harvests of tasty fruits. In this case, they often use their own seeds, since this is not an F1 hybrid, but a variety, so their own seeds are suitable for sowing.

The disadvantages of the Shchelkovsky early variety include the small size of the fruits

For some this is very important, for others it is completely unimportant.

And of course, you can choose this variety if you want to grow tomatoes on your own balcony.

And we wish you only good luck!

Natalia Severova

Reviews from gardeners

1. Nikolai Valerievich, 65 years old:
   Tomatoes take up the most space in my greenhouse. Every year I try to plant new varieties. This year I planted the Melody brand. All summer, as expected, I took care of the bushes, and am more than pleased with the results of my labors. All tomatoes are almost the same size and expressively red in color. Excellent taste qualities made it possible to prepare delicious tomato juice and lecho. Our family consumed fresh tomatoes until late autumn. I will definitely plant this variety again next year.
2. Tatiana Kirillovna, 35 years old:
   I always liked growing vegetables in my dacha. Tomatoes are the main vegetable crop on my site. Breeding does not require special knowledge; the main thing is to tie up the bushes and pluck off the shoots. This will help to get larger fruits, and, accordingly, a higher harvest. Several times over the summer I treated the bushes with pest repellents and applied fertilizer. Now all winter my family will eat processed products: lecho, juices, sauces, and even pickled halves.

How to plant “Admiralteysky” in a garden plot

To grow these tomatoes, seeds for seedlings must be sown no earlier than the last week of March. After the sprouts appear, the boxes with seedlings are placed in a cool room with good lighting. For sprouts, it is necessary to create daylight hours lasting from 16 to 18 hours. For these purposes, a special lamp is used. After 2 leaves appear, all seedlings dive.

This tomato does not like excessive moisture, so the volume of water for irrigation must be strictly regulated. After the sprouts reach a height of 7-8 cm, it is recommended to harden them. Young seedlings are transferred to permanent soil at an air temperature of 20⁰C, having previously added mineral fertilizers to the soil. For 1 sq. m of beds cannot be planted with more than 4-5 bushes.

Feeding the bushes with mineral complex fertilizers is carried out when the ovaries form and the berries ripen. The most commonly used are potassium nitrate and superphosphate. To prevent plants from producing too many leaves, you must strictly adhere to the schedule for using fertilizers.

If the fruits have begun to ripen, but climatic conditions are deteriorating (for example, a sharp cold snap is expected), then you can begin harvesting. For ripening, fruits must be placed in a dark pantry.

To eliminate the risk of disease development, it is recommended to treat tomatoes with drugs that destroy viruses and fungi. When garden pests appear, it is necessary to spray the leaves on the bushes with appropriate toxic substances that kill insects and their larvae.

Dark-skinned girl

Do you think tomatoes tasted better before? Then you should try Smuglyanka tomatoes. After all, this is a real delicacy!

Depending on growing conditions, large fruits weighing 200-300 g can be black-pink or almost chocolate. Anthocyanin, a powerful natural antioxidant that prolongs youth and improves immunity, gives them their dark color. And if you normalize the number of ovaries in a cluster, you can grow tomatoes weighing 600-800 g! Sweet, fleshy, with delicate juicy pulp and thin skin - they will decorate any table!

The bushes are determinate, in open ground they grow up to 80 cm, in a greenhouse - up to 1.5 m. So you can’t do without gartering and forming into 2 stems! It is worth noting that in open ground, when fertilized with potassium fertilizers, the fruits will be noticeably sweeter, although a little smaller.

Smuglyanka variety has a high yield, so under film covers from 1 sq.m of bed you can get up to 7-7.5 kg of tomatoes. However, it is worth remembering that for many large-fruited tomatoes, uniform watering is important, otherwise they may crack. Therefore, if you do not have the opportunity to water the plants regularly, it is worth mulching the soil around the bushes. This will help keep the fruits intact by smoothing out changes in temperature and soil moisture.

Description of tomato Melody and features of growing the variety

Tomato Melody f1 is a product of Dutch selection. The fruits are of high quality, early ripening and high yield. Tomatoes belong to the hybrid form F, which exhibit active growth and fruiting. The plant is intended for planting in open ground or under film cover.

What is a Melody tomato?

1. The bushes are indeterminate, reaching a height of 1.5 to 2 m.
2. The growing season lasts 85-90 days.
3. Ripe fruits are rich red in color, with a good tomato taste.
4. Their shape is round, the skin is smooth.
5. Ribbing appears in larger fruits.
6. The average weight of tomatoes is 250 g.
7. Up to 8 kg of harvest ripens per 1 m².
8. They can be used fresh, pickled, in the form of juice or paste.

How to grow tomatoes?

It is worth considering the features of growing tomatoes Melody f1, a description of agrotechnical measures. Plants are planted in a checkerboard pattern, maintaining a distance of 60 cm between bushes. Leaves in contact with the ground are gradually cut off to avoid various diseases. It is mandatory to carry out pinching until the shoots grow to 2-2.5 cm in length.

To increase the yield, the plant forms and preserves only strong and healthy inflorescences. 5-6 ovaries are left on one cluster in order to increase the delivery of nutrients and preserve the real taste of the fruit.

The first 2 feedings are important for the plant, in which it is recommended to increase the phosphorus content. It should be several times higher than nitrogen and potassium. You should be careful with nitrogen, since its excess causes the green mass of the bushes to grow, preventing the development of fruits.

Description of the variety

A tomato looks like this:

1. The bush in greenhouse conditions reaches 2 m in height. In the garden bed the plant is lower – up to 1.5 m.
2. The leaves are large and have a typical shape for the crop.
3. The fruits ripen early. During this period, the skin turns a rich red color.
4. The tomatoes are large. Average weight is 250 g. The hybrid tends to grow fruits of the same size.
5. The shape is round, flattened on top.
6. The ribbing is unclear. It is more pronounced in particularly large units.
7. The skin is dense, but can be easily removed if necessary. The pulp is grainy, sweetish in taste.

Advice. It is good to prepare juice and thick paste from the surplus harvest for the winter.

Description of the Artist tomato and rules for growing a hybrid variety

Tomato Artist f1 was registered in the Russian Seed Registry in 2003. Farmers can purchase its seeds directly from the manufacturer (agronomic) or in retail stores or “Aelita”). The variety is hybrid, but shows high yields when growing tomatoes in a greenhouse. The tomato is used for canning whole fruits and creating salads. The artist tolerates transportation well.

Briefly about the Artist tomato

The characteristics and description of the variety are as follows:

1. The ripening time of a tomato from planting seeds to receiving the first fruits ranges from 100 to 115 days.
2. The bush of the plant grows up to 140-150 cm. It grows only on closed soils (greenhouses, film and glass greenhouses).
3. The leaves of the plant are medium-sized, growing upward, at a certain angle to the trunk.
4. Tomato bushes are quite compact. Their formation is carried out in 1-2 trunks.
5. The first brush appears after the development of the 9th or 10th leaf. Then the ovaries begin to form every 3-4 leaves.
6. Most often, 7-8 brushes develop on a plant. After they appear, it is recommended to remove the top of the stem.
7. One inflorescence of Artist produces 5-8 fruits. The tomatoes are the same size.
8. The weight of each fruit varies in the range of 0.14-0.15 g. Some farmers who planted this variety in the ground in a well-heated greenhouse claim that under such conditions the same fruits are obtained, each weighing up to 0.2 kg.
9. The tomato is round in shape and sometimes has small ridges. Unripe fruits are colored in greenish shades, and a ripe tomato is scarlet in color, without a green spot near the stalk. The pulp has a dense consistency.

The hybrid resists various diseases well. For example, the variety is resistant to gray rot of the stem, tobacco mosaic virus, and root-knot nematode. The variety is not susceptible to brown spot and fusarium wilt.

Reviews from gardeners who planted tomato varieties of the described variety show that in favorable conditions, 9-10 clusters can form on the plant, which significantly increases the yield of each bush. Therefore, farmers give positive characteristics to this tomato variety.

From 1 m² of bed you get from 20 to 30 kg of fruit. The harvest can be harvested until the end of the season. It all depends on the type and capabilities of the greenhouse. Fruits that have not yet ripened are placed in boxes and transferred to a cold place. There they ripen successfully. They can be stored for about 30 days.

How to grow the described variety?

A plant of this type can bear fruit well when the light is insufficient for other tomatoes. As one farmer says:

“I’ve been growing the Artist tomato for several years now. I tried to grow bushes in the darkened corners of the greenhouse - for comparison, I left several beds in normal lighting. The result was surprising - all the bushes had almost the same number of brushes.”

You need to know that Artist, although intended for growing in warm, protected soil, can easily tolerate temperature stress. This variety also produces crops in cold summers with temperature changes. He is not afraid of heat, since it has practically no effect on the development of fruits.

It is necessary to loosen the soil in time and remove weeds. Water the tomatoes with warm water. The plant should not be allowed to remain without fertilizing. At first, it is recommended to use more nitrogenous fertilizing, and after the ovaries appear, they switch to the use of potassium and phosphorus fertilizers. If they are not available, you can use manure, ash or peat.

When bushes are attacked by various pests, for example, aphids or the Colorado potato beetle, various caterpillars, chemicals and folk remedies are used to combat insects.

Tomato Melody F1: reviews, description of the tomato variety with photos

The very early Melody tomato, which belongs to Dutch selection, has won the recognition of vegetable growers due to its excellent fruit quality, early ripening and high yield. Varieties such as Melodiya are in high demand in the early produce market.

Varietal specification

Melody belongs to the hybrid forms of F of the first generation, which clearly exhibit heterotic characteristics - strong growth and abundant fruiting. Can be grown both in greenhouses and in open ground beds, suitable for temporary film greenhouses.

Bush type - indeterminate compact with shortened internodes. In greenhouse conditions, plant height does not exceed 1.8 - 2.0 m, in open ground - 1.5 m. Ripening period - super early, from seed germination to the first mature fruit in less than 90 days, from planting seedlings to the garden bed - about 35 - 40 days. These features form the unique qualities of this variety.

Ripe fruits are deep red, round, slightly flattened, the largest ones have ribs. In general, each tomato is very even, one to one. The description given to this hybrid Melody F1 by professional vegetable growers indicates that the weight of the fruit does not fall below 250 g and averages from 260 to 280 g. The average yield per 1 m2 is 8 kg. The tomato is of excellent quality, dense, and has a delicious taste.

Its purpose is universal: fresh consumption, in salads, preparation of juices, tomato paste, whole-fruit canning, transportation to remote regions.

How to grow Melody in a greenhouse

The best results of the variety in terms of yield and quality of fruits are obtained in winter-spring and summer-autumn rotations; the plants do not need to be illuminated. This growing technology is very economical. In greenhouses, tomatoes are placed in rows every 1 m, in each row there are two rows at a distance of 60 cm from each other, in a row the plants are planted every 50 cm so that the bushes are in a checkerboard pattern. The lower leaves are gradually broken off, the stepsons are removed when they do not exceed 2 - 2.5 cm in length, using a treated tool.

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In order for the fruits to be of good quality, their quantity must be rationed. Leave 6 or 7 of the strongest brushes on the bush. There are no more than 4 fruits in the first clusters, and no more than 5 in the upper ones. The originator of the variety recommends that the first two fertilizing be carried out with a high content of the element phosphorus - its content should be approximately 5 times higher than nitrogen and potassium.

Feeding scheme:

When blossom end rot appears on ripening fruits, calcium nitrate is added to the sixth and seventh feedings.

Reviews about tomato Melody

During the period of its presence on the Russian market, this variety has only positive reviews:

• very dense fruits that are used for salads, added fresh to hamburgers and sandwiches, and canned;
• the first among other varieties to produce a harvest in a greenhouse;
• does not suffer from fusarium, tobacco mosaic virus, verticillium, or nematodes;
• sets fruit well.

In terms of its characteristics, according to reviews, the Melody F1 tomato variety is superior to many other tomatoes.

Tomato Melody F1 - description and characteristics of the variety

You can prepare many dishes from tomatoes, make preparations and freeze them. Gardeners love this vegetable crop for its ease of care, excellent taste and versatility.

The tomato variety Melody F1 belongs to the hybrid group, has high immunity from diseases and pests, and also adapts well to different climatic conditions. The variety is grown in greenhouses and open ground. Summer residents and farmers often grow this type of tomato.

Description of the variety

The bushes grow in height from 1.5 to 2 meters. The fruiting period begins 85-90 days after the appearance of the first shoots.

The shape of the fruit is round; larger specimens have slight ribbing near the stalk. After full ripening, tomatoes acquire a rich red color and have a pronounced tomato taste. The average weight of one fruit is 250 grams. From one square meter you can harvest from 8 to 10 kg of tomatoes. The pulp is dense and juicy. The skin is durable and not prone to cracking.

Tomatoes are perfect for long-term fresh storage or long-distance transportation.

Cultivation

The rules for growing and caring for the variety are no different from similar measures for other varieties of tomatoes.

1. The first step is to grow seedlings. Seeds can be purchased at the store, but you can prepare the soil yourself at home. To do this, the soil from the garden must be disinfected using an oven. Place the soil under high temperature for 2-3 hours to destroy possible dangerous fungi and harmful insects. Peat or manure must be added to the soil. The seeds are deepened into the trenches made and covered with film material. For faster germination, it is necessary to provide sunlight.
2. If the sprouts sprout too thickly, you should dive into separate glasses.
3. 2 weeks before the intended planting in a greenhouse or garden, seedlings should be hardened off. This is necessary for better adaptation of plants to the new climate.
4. Seedlings should be planted in a checkerboard pattern, leaving a distance between plants of at least 60 cm.
5. It is recommended to tear off the lower leaves, and the stepsons should also be removed. The ovaries are formed in clusters; 5-6 pieces must be left in each in order to provide enough nutrition for future fruits.
6. Near each hole it is necessary to strengthen a metal or wooden support to which the bushes will be tied.

Variety care

1. Despite the high resistance to diseases and pests, measures such as loosening the soil and destroying weeds should be carried out regularly.
2. For preventive purposes, it is necessary to treat the bushes several times with special preparations. Starting from planting in a permanent place, complex additives containing phosphorus should be regularly applied. There should be more of it than nitrogen and potassium.
3. Watering is carried out with warm water in the evening. Plants need to be watered approximately once a week. It is definitely recommended to water only the roots of the bushes, avoiding water getting on the foliage.

If you follow all the rules of agricultural care, you can get a richer harvest and high-quality healthy fruits.

According to its characteristics, the Melodiya variety is in many ways superior to other tomato varieties. Excellent juices, sauces and pastes are made from tomatoes. The fruits are suitable for canning and fresh consumption. Many gardeners prefer this variety for its beautiful appearance and pronounced tomato taste.

Nikolai Valerievich, 65 years old:

Tomatoes take up the most space in my greenhouse. Every year I try to plant new varieties. This year I planted the Melodiya variety. All summer, as expected, I took care of the bushes, and I am very pleased with the results of my labors. All tomatoes are almost the same size and bright red. Excellent taste qualities allowed us to prepare delicious tomato juice and lecho. Our family consumed fresh tomatoes until late autumn. I will definitely plant this variety again next year.

Tatyana Kirillovna, 35 years old:

I have always enjoyed growing vegetables in my dacha. Tomatoes are the main vegetable crop on my site. Growing does not require special knowledge; the main thing is to tie up the bushes and pluck off the shoots. This will help you get larger fruits and, accordingly, a higher yield. Several times over the summer I treated the bushes with pest repellents and applied fertilizer. Now all winter my family will eat processed products: lecho, juices, sauces, as well as pickled halves.

Reviews about tomato Melody

During the period of its presence on the Russian market, this variety has only positive reviews:

• very dense fruits that are used for salads, added fresh to hamburgers and sandwiches, and canned;
• the first among other varieties to produce a harvest in a greenhouse;
• does not suffer from fusarium, tobacco mosaic virus, verticillium, or nematodes;
• sets fruit well.

In terms of its characteristics, according to reviews, the Melody F1 tomato variety is superior to many other tomatoes.

Features of planting and care

Machitos f1 seeds are planted in soil specially prepared for this. It includes:

• garden soil;
• river sand;
• peat;
• ash;
• humus.

The listed ingredients must first be combined. For disinfection purposes, a solution of potassium permanganate is used. The soil is poured into containers for planting. Seeds are planted to a depth of 1 cm, while the distance between seeds should be 2-3 cm, and between rows - 9-10 cm.

After watering, the containers must be tightly covered with film and left for 5 days. At the same time, the room where the seedlings are located must be maintained at a suitable temperature - 23-24 °C.

Starting from day 6 until the sprouts appear, you need to remove the film every day for half an hour and, if necessary, moisten the soil. When shoots appear, the film must be removed and the temperature reduced to 20 °C.

Advice! It is very important to provide Machitos f1 tomato seedlings with sufficient lighting. When daylight is short, it is recommended to equip additional lighting. The norm for planting Makhitos tomato in the ground is 3-4 bushes per sq.m.

In this case, the distance between the stripes should be at least 1 m.

The norm for planting Makhitos tomato in the ground is 3-4 bushes per sq.m. In this case, the distance between the stripes should be at least 1 m.

Since the hybrid is characterized by rapid growth and dense foliage, with excessive watering and fertilization you can get an unpleasant surprise - a large number of stepsons and small fruits. Therefore, moderate watering is recommended for the plant, especially in cold weather. As for fertilizers, they should be applied only when the first ovaries have formed.

Another important condition for high productivity is pinching. It will prevent the outflow of nutrients from the ovaries

It would be a good idea to remove particularly large leaves that interfere with normal lighting.

Variety care

1. Despite the high incidence of diseases and pests, measures such as loosening the soil and destroying weeds should be regularly carried out.
2. For preventive purposes, it is necessary to treat the bushes several times with special preparations. Starting from permanent planting, complex phosphorus supplements should be applied regularly. It has to be more than nitrogen and potassium.
3. Watering is carried out with warm water in the evening. Plants need to be watered approximately once a week. Although it is recommended to water only the roots of the bushes, avoiding water getting into the foliage.

If you follow all the rules of agricultural care, you can get a richer harvest and high-quality healthy fruits.

Combining its characteristics, the Melody variety is in many ways superior to other tomato varieties. Excellent juices, sauces and pastes are made from tomatoes. The fruits are suitable for canning and fresh consumption. Many gardeners give preference to this variety for its beautiful appearance and pronounced tomato passion.

Description of tomato Slivovka

There are many different types of tomatoes, each of them differs from each other in its characteristics and qualities and, most importantly, in yield. The Slivovka tomato is a relatively new and interesting species that was created using hybridity.

Description of tomato Slivovka

Description of the variety

Tomatoes of this type grow short, about 40-45 cm. They are classified as determinate varieties of tomatoes. The structure of the fruits is round and slightly oblong, somewhat reminiscent of small zucchini. They are also often compared to plums because of their shape, which is where the name Slivovka comes from. The fruits are always just red, rich and ruddy. The total weight of one fruit is usually from 75 grams. and up to 110 gr. The very first fruits will be the largest, and then, when the bush grows, there will be more fruits, but their mass will change slightly.

Tomatoes demonstrate good productivity, up to 10 kg are obtained from 1 bush. The variety is considered universal, so the fruits are also used for fresh use, and are also suitable for canning, tomato, and dressing. Often one bush is 2-3 stems, but most often only 2 are used. It can be planted in open ground; the soil is not important for this variety.

Positive aspects of the variety

Absolutely any plant has its positive and negative sides. Rarely are negative aspects noticed in this species. And, if you believe the reviews of many gardeners, there are none at all.

The positive aspects are presented below.

1. The fruits are distinguished by their versatility, ripen well and grow to medium sizes. They have a pleasant and rich taste. Some say that it has a sweet taste with sourness, while others say that the variety is generally sweet.
2. Interesting and attractive external characteristics, beautiful appearance, which gives a big plus to the Slivovka variety.
3. A significant advantage is that this variety has good yield results.
4. Due to the fact that the variety was bred artificially, it has excellent resistance to diseases and pests, they rarely get sick, so you will not have problems with this. The bushes are durable, the main thing is to take care of them.
5. The fruits ripen very quickly and by their color (red) it becomes clear that they are ripe.
6. Varietal qualities are excellent.

The fruits of this variety can withstand long-term storage

The positive aspects include the fact that a tomato of this type can be stored for a very long time, the main thing is to withstand all storage standards. They should be placed in wooden boxes, preferably with newspaper between each layer, and of course, moisture and temperature must be taken into account. According to reviews from gardeners, it is clear that this variety can last until the New Year.

Negative points

The description of the variety demonstrates that tomatoes also have some disadvantages. Sometimes there are situations when the seedling does not grow. This happens very rarely, and most often due to the fact that he is simply “capricious.” Perhaps he did not like the very fact that he was transported and planted from one conditions and soils to others. In this case, the bush will either simply grow poorly at first, or die completely. It is then that it is necessary to intensively provide fertilizer and humus, add calcium and watering.

Despite this disadvantage, such situations are rare. The tomato root system has good resistance. They can withstand severe frosts and severe drought, but then it is unlikely that good yields can be expected from them.

Rules for planting varieties

Most experts advise carrying out the sowing stage 30-33 days before the first warm weather. That is, it is best to do this in early spring, but when there is no longer frost. You can plant 3-4 pieces per m². seeds, but no more. This can lead to the roots growing incorrectly and, as a result, not taking the necessary vitamins from the soil and then you will not get a good harvest.

And of course, the most important rule is to fertilize the soil before planting the plant. First, the area needs to be dug up, and then only fertilized. Basically, as mentioned earlier, the plant can live and flourish in any soil.

Growing and Harvesting

Often, tomatoes are planted at the beginning of March and the end of April. On one plant they leave 2 stems, sometimes 3, but this phenomenon is very rare. The bush also needs to be tied up when it reaches its peak of ripening; the fruits will gain mass and break the branches.

Tomato Zero - description and characteristics of the variety

It’s hard to imagine warm summer days without aromatic tomatoes, which are valued not only for their excellent taste, but also for the abundance of vitamins contained in tomatoes in large quantities. Tomato variety “Zero” will definitely appeal to all vegetable lovers. This is a high-yielding variety that produces relatively small fruits, suitable for absolutely any purpose.

Characteristics of the variety

The ripening period for tomatoes of this variety is usually no more than 110 days from the moment the plant is planted. It is determinate and forms mainly up to 8 brushes, stopping further in its growth. “Zero” bushes are usually low; it is extremely rare to find them taller than 60 centimeters. In addition, the plant has a simple inflorescence.

The fruits of these tomatoes are of a standard round shape, have a completely normal yellow color, and are relatively juicy. The weight of the fruit directly depends on the manufacturer and varies mainly from 120 grams and reaches 300 grams. Tomatoes of this variety are predominantly six-chambered with low density. They can be stored for a long time and tolerate long-term transportation well.

Basics of plant care

Tomatoes of this variety are suitable both for growing in open ground and for planting in greenhouses and greenhouses

It is recommended to plant seedlings two months before transplanting an adult plant into open ground or a greenhouse, while attention should be paid to the peculiarities of climatic conditions in a particular region, since all care of the plant mainly depends on this

When the second true leaf appears on the plant, the tomato must be plucked, having prepared in advance the pots necessary for the tomatoes to form a strong stem. It is also not recommended to plant more than 7 plants per square meter, as this has a bad effect on yield.

As the plant grows, the bush must be tied to supports so that it does not break. Don’t forget about periodic feeding with special fertilizers, but in everything you need to know when to stop and follow the instructions.

Diseases affecting tomatoes of the "Zero" variety

Like all other tomatoes, the Zero variety also needs treatment and prevention of various diseases that affect tomatoes and directly affect the viability of plants.

To prevent the development of diseases, tomato seeds are treated with special preparations before planting; the seeds can be disinfected in potassium permanganate. It is worth noting that the plant must be treated before the flowering period, after which it is recommended to use folk remedies.

Methods of use

This variety is loved by many gardeners, as it is high-yielding, resistant to sudden changes in temperature, and the fruiting process does not depend on environmental conditions.

Advantages

Some of the main advantages of this variety include:

• High plant resistance to sudden temperature changes.
• The fruits of the variety are stored for a very long time and are resistant to long-term transportation.
• Zero tomatoes can be easily included in your diet.
• Unpretentiousness.

Valentina, 50 years old, Novosibirsk:

My husband and I decided to try something new and came across an article on the Internet about this variety of tomatoes. At first we were skeptical, since there had already been unsuccessful attempts to find truly worthwhile varieties, but this time we were not mistaken in our choice. The fruits are very tasty and juicy, the first tomatoes appeared after about two and a half months. There was a lot of harvest and we ate our own tomatoes all summer, and we also salted several jars for the winter, now we sometimes enjoy delicious tomatoes. I highly recommend that all gardeners try this variety!

Antonina, 45 years old, Moscow:

I usually planted long-proven varieties at the dacha, but somehow I got bored and wanted something fresh, new, and so a neighbor advised me to try the “Zero” variety. The variety is very unpretentious to temperature changes and, despite the constant changes in the weather in our region, fruiting was constant. As a result, there were a lot of tomatoes, I even sent it to my son to try, everyone was happy.

Indeterminate hybrids for industrial greenhouses

F1 Alcazar

High early and overall yield, suitable for cultivation using low-volume technology and on soil. Good uniform fruit set even under unfavorable environmental conditions. Strong vegetative growth and powerful root system. Shortened internodes, inflorescence without a “crease”. A beautiful, smooth fruit, weighing 130-150 g, with high taste. Complex disease resistance.

One of the best selection tomato hybrids. It has already taken its rightful place in greenhouse complexes in Russia, Ukraine, Belarus and has shown excellent results everywhere, both in early and overall harvest. In terms of early maturity and productivity, F1 Alcazar is superior to most domestic and foreign tomato hybrids. In 2006, the hybrid was grown on an area of ​​more than 100 hectares.

The hybrid is intended for cultivation using low-volume technology, but can also be grown on soil. Mid-early hybrid (from germination to fruiting 110-115 days). It is distinguished by good fruit set both in the winter months, with insufficient light, and in the summer at high air temperatures.

Plants of the “vegetative” type of development are characterized by stable stem growth throughout the entire fruiting period and tolerate increased temperatures well in the summer. Compared to the F1 Evpator hybrid, the F1 Alcazar hybrid has a more powerful root system, as a result of which the shoot tip does not become thinner when loaded with fruits. Additional shoots are left in the leaf axil under the 5th inflorescence on every 4th plant. The leaf is large, dark green, and tolerates high air temperatures well. The internodes are shortened, which is ideal for growing the hybrid in low greenhouses, and also allows plants to be lowered less frequently.

The first inflorescence is formed after the 9th leaf, then after 3 leaves. The inflorescence is short, simple, compact, without a “crease”, with 4-6 fruits. The fruits are even, smooth, strong, weighing 160-180 g.

The hybrid is resistant to tobacco mosaic virus, cladosporiosis, fusarium, and is also genetically resistant to blossom end rot and fruit cracking. Productivity in extended rotation is up to 55 kg/m2.