Northern blush: description of the tomato variety, characteristics of tomatoes, sowing

Breeders shared a new achievement. This variety was eagerly awaited by farmers, where summers are short and often cold. The Northern Blush tomato bears fruit remarkably well in harsh conditions and successfully sets fruit in Siberia and the Urals.

Description and characteristics of the tomato variety Northern Blush, reviews, photos

Early, determinate, cold-resistant tomato for open ground.
Popular in the northern regions. The bush is low-growing and does not require pinching. A garter to a support is desirable. The leaves of this tomato are medium-sized, light green, of the usual tomato type. The inflorescence is simple.

Basic qualities of fruits

The fruits are round, smooth, medium density, red in color at maturity, weighing 90-130 grams, good (for early varieties) taste. These tomatoes are suitable for early fresh salads, processing into tomato products, and pickling.

The tomato variety Northern Rumyant was included in the State Register of the Russian Federation in 2010 for cultivation in unheated film greenhouses on private farms.

Due to its early ripeness, the tomato has time to harvest before the onset of late blight.

Description of the plant and fruits

Among the advantages of “Northern Baby” it is worth noting the following:

• unpretentiousness and minimal care. The plants do not need to be pinched or the stems formed artificially. A garter is required only during the period when the tomato clusters are being filled, so that the stem does not break under the weight of the fruit. The optimal choice for gardeners who come to the garden on weekends;
• saving space in garden beds. Most tomato varieties do not tolerate crowding and suffer from lack of light. And “Northern Baby” can be planted according to a 50x40 cm scheme; strong compact bushes do not require more space. This quality is relevant for owners of small plots of land;
• the possibility of long-term storage of tomatoes without losing their taste. The skin is thick enough not to crack. The variety is suitable for cultivation and sale for commercial purposes.

Seeds of this variety are easy to find in any garden store. The production of “Northern Baby” seeds is carried out by “AELITA”, “Plasma Seeds”, “Gavrish”, etc.

On a note! “Northern Baby” tomato seeds can be collected from ripe fruits yourself for growing next season.

You should not buy tomato seeds in the markets. Untested seed can ruin all growing efforts. In the store, be sure to monitor the expiration dates of seeds and require appropriate certificates for products.

Features of cultivation, planting and care

It is recommended to sow seeds for seedlings 55-60 days before the intended planting in the ground. Seedlings dive at the stage of two true leaves. When planting seedlings in a permanent place per 1 sq. It is recommended to place up to 6 plants per meter of plot.

Further care for tomatoes consists of timely watering, fertilizing with complex mineral fertilizer and preventive measures to protect against diseases and pests.

If you have grown Northern Blush tomatoes, please write whether you liked them or not. What was the yield and taste of the fruits like under your climatic conditions? Briefly describe the advantages and disadvantages of this tomato in your opinion. If possible, attach a photo of the entire bush or individual fruits you grew to your comment. Thank you!

Do I need to tie it up?

All tomatoes inevitably undergo a simple procedure called tying. And varieties with high yields and tall varieties, that is, high-yielding varieties of tomatoes, need to be tied up.

Pros of a garter

• Tall plants, which include tomatoes, break and fall under their own weight.
• On tied plants, the fruits do not lie on the ground. This helps protect them from various diseases and various pests.
• Weeding and pinching tied tomatoes is much easier.
• Plants that have undergone the tying procedure are easy to water at the very root, and it is also easy to apply fertilizer.

How to tie up tomatoes in a greenhouse

It will be much easier to do this in a greenhouse, but you can try to tie up tomatoes in open soil.

For both options you will need:

• rope or nylon tights;
• two supports to which we will tie.

Do not use fishing line, wire, thin twine or other similar materials for garter, which can cut into the stem and damage it.

Tying options

• Method of fastening to a wire frame. This method is good for varieties that produce large yields.
• Linear fastening method. A very convenient method for fastening bushes in long greenhouses. The design includes two metal pipes at different ends of the shelter. The method is not suitable for tall bushes that produce a large harvest.
• Method of tying using a trellis. For tall varieties, a male support is used at different ends of the greenhouse. Ropes are pulled between the supports. Interval 30 centimeters.
• Vertical trellis method. This is a variation of the previous method. Ideal for gartering tall tomatoes whose side shoots have been removed. The tomato “crawls” along a rope that needs to be suspended from the ceiling of the greenhouse. Ideal for tall plants.
• Mesh attachment method. This option is called combined because it combines trellis fastening with fixation using mesh.

History of the variety's creation

The Northern Blush tomato was bred by breeders specifically for regions with harsh climates, where summers are short and quite cool. In the conditions of our country, these tomatoes can be grown in the Moscow region, in the Urals, in a number of regions of Siberia and the Far East. These tomatoes are intended for growing in open ground, as well as under film coverings or in unheated greenhouses and greenhouses in personal gardens.

Officially, this tomato was bred at the beginning of this century, passed the necessary tests and was zoned for regions with a fairly cold climate; the date of entry of the variety into the State Register is 2010.

Recommendations and opinions of vegetable growers

The tomato variety Northern Rumyants, reviews of which indicate the high resistance of the crop to low temperatures and the ability to cultivate the plant in regions with harsh climates, is popular among gardeners.

Valery Permyakov, 58 years old, Biysk:

“I love growing tomatoes, so I try to choose varieties that can ripen within a season. The Northern Blush tomato attracted attention for its characteristics and the ability to grow crops in open ground. To fully guarantee the compliance of the seed material, I purchased the seeds in a specialized store. After treatment with a solution of potassium permanganate and observing the conditions for growing seedlings, it was possible to achieve almost 100% seed germination. During cultivation, I carried out hilling, watering, and applied complex fertilizer. I was pleased with the smooth ripening of the fruits and the complete compliance of the tomatoes with the photos on the packaging. The fruits have excellent taste and medium density.”

Olga Sinitsyna, 49 years old, Nizhny Tagil:

“As a beginning vegetable grower, I selected seeds for seedlings based on the photo on the packaging and took into account the growing conditions. The Northern Blush tomato attracted attention due to its appearance and the ability to grow at low temperatures. I planted seeds for seedlings at the end of March. I planted it in a peat mixture, sprinkled wood ash on top and moistened it by drip using a sprinkler. The plants sprouted quickly in the warmth. She was transplanted to a permanent place in early June. The plants took root quickly. A good variety, the leaves do not bend during growth. The fruits set and ripen almost simultaneously. Tomatoes are slightly round in shape, with a ribbed surface, pleasant taste, and are excellent for preparing fresh salads.”

Basic qualities of tomato

The fruits of this variety ripen early - usually after 90-100 days; after the first leaves appear on the seedlings, harvesting can begin. The bushes belong to the determinant type; the variety is resistant to temperature drops during the period of shoot growth and fruit ripening, as well as to other changes in weather conditions.

The shoots are erect, low (0.8-0.9 m in height). The bushes do not require pinching, but it is advisable to tie all stems to supports or trellises.

The stems are slightly leafy, the foliage is soft emerald, medium in length, the same as that of all tomatoes. The flowers are simple, collected in racemes, the first raceme usually grows after the first true leaf. 5-7 brushes may appear on the bush.

The variety does not require pinching the tops and can grow both in open beds and under a film covering.

In order for all the growing fruits to ripen in the short summer season, the Northern Rumyants bushes should be formed into no more than 3 stems. The description of the variety will be incomplete without mentioning the resistance of shoots and fruits to major diseases. Since tomatoes begin to ripen in mid-summer, late blight usually does not affect these tomatoes. The plant's resistance to other diseases is above average.

Features of the variety's agricultural technology, people's reviews

The Rumyants tomato was bred by specialists from the Poisk agricultural firm near Moscow. Since 2015, the variety has been listed in the breeding State Register of the Russian Federation. Approved for planting on all lands suitable for agriculture in the country. The tomato is recommended for protected soil. In practice, gardeners in warm regions successfully harvest crops from open beds.

The varietal bush is medium-sized, moderately branched, there are few leaves, their size is medium. The inflorescence belongs to the simple type. The plant forms the first flower cluster above the 5-6th leaf, the subsequent ones - after one. These tomatoes stand out with a rich pink color that is pleasant to the eye (see photo). Under a fairly strong skin hides medium-density pulp. It has a juicy structure, decent taste and aroma.

The “Northern Blush” tomato is an early, determinate variety that is resistant to cold and is very popular for this reason in the northern regions. The variety is intended for cultivation in open soil. The main distinctive feature of this variety is that, unlike many other varieties, “Northern Rumyants” does not require pinching. But it is advisable to tie the bushes to the support. The tomato has medium-sized leaves of light green color with a simple inflorescence.

The fruits of the Northern Blush tomato have a round shape. The fruit density is average. The ripe fruit is red. The average fruit weight is 90-130 grams. Some summer residents note fruits weighing about 110-120 g. For an early variety of tomatoes, it has good taste. The variety is used for salads, and tomato products and pickles are made from the fruits.

Northern Rumyantz bushes are limited in growth. They are crowned with a flower cluster, so the top is not removed, as in some varieties. When the weather changes towards lower temperatures, the plant shows resistance. In the north, this is especially important not only during growth, but also during the ripening period of the crop.

The plant parameters are as follows:

• The culture has erect shoots, height – up to 0.9 m;
• The greens have a delicate emerald color, the usual size, like all tomatoes;
• Poorly leafy plant;
• The shoots are resistant to major diseases;
• Inflorescences of simple flowers, up to 7 racemes;
• The fruits have a round shape. There is almost no ribbing;
• Pleasant taste;
• The color is bright red, when unripe it is light green;
• Weight of tomatoes – up to 120 g;
• Quite dense and smooth peel.

The harvest ripens 100 days after the first leaves form on the seedlings. Ripe tomatoes tolerate transportation over medium, but not long, distances. They are good both fresh, for salad, and for pickling, and are also suitable for making juice. Productivity per 1 sq. meters - up to 6.5 kg (but sometimes 8 kg), friendly maturation. In addition to the northern latitudes, Rumyants is successfully cultivated in the latitudes of Moscow, the Urals, the Far East, and Siberia.

Tomatoes in a greenhouse

Tomatoes in a greenhouse

Advantages and disadvantages of the Northern Rumyants variety

These tomatoes have a number of advantages:

• early and friendly maturation;
• the variety is resistant to late blight;
• quite cold-resistant;
• do not require stepsoning;
• high productivity.

This vegetable crop has practically no disadvantages. It should be remembered that seedlings can be planted both in open ground and under film.

Growing seedlings at home should begin two months before planting them in open ground. In cold regions, it can be planted in open ground in late May - early June.

Reviews from vegetable growers about the Northern Rumyants tomato are generally positive: they note ease of care, fairly high yields and resistance to most diseases.

Standard tomatoes for planting in open soil

In nature, there are about 100 standard varieties of the crop, however, from the total number, the most famous species can be distinguished. Each variety has its own characteristics and advantages.

Next, let's look at standard tomato varieties that germinate well in open soil. To grow such tomatoes you do not need any special knowledge and skills. And caring for them is as easy as shelling pears.

Snegirek

The vegetable is small in size, dense, very juicy and sweet in taste. One tomato weighs approximately 150 g.

This variety of tomatoes can be grown both in open soil and at home. A small bush in height (no more than 50 cm) and a compact root system of the plant will allow the gardener to grow tomatoes directly on the windowsill.

Altaechka

These tomato varieties are highly fruitful. The vegetable has an oval shape and weighs 150-300 g. The height of the stem is 70-90 cm. The plant overcomes diseases such as rot and late blight well.

Severin

The bush grows up to 50 cm high and has an average ripening time. With minimal care, the number of fruits does not decrease. The Severin tomato variety is used for winter seasonings, various sauces and salads.

Severin tomatoes have a dense shell that is resistant to cracks. Retains its shape even when cut. And the collected fruits can lie for a long time and not spoil.

pepper baby

Pepper Baby tomatoes have a dense and oblong shape of red color. Thus, they are similar to bell peppers. The vegetable has a sweet taste with a pleasant aromatic smell. One fruit weighs approximately 150-160 g. The bush grows small in size, up to 35 cm high.

Flame Agro

The tomato got its name because of the rich, bright red hue of the ripe fruit. The stem height is 50 cm, and the dark green foliage has a ruffled shape. The weight of one tomato is about 120 g.

Often the fruits of the Flame Agro variety press on the juice.

Gold

The ripe type of vegetable has a beautiful yellow-orange color. Early ripening and rich yield. After the process of pinching, the fruitfulness of the plant increases significantly.

There are no allergenic substances in the composition. It is because of this property that this variety of plant is recommended for use by people who have allergic reactions to red tomato fruits.

Shchelkovsky early

It grows in small bushes about 70 cm high. The fruits are small in size - 100 g, fragrant in smell.

The Shchelkovsky Early variety is grown for trade. They undergo simultaneous ripening. There is no need to wait until all the fruits are ripe.

Kobzar

The stem grows up to 70 cm and is not very fruitful, and the fruits themselves have a pleasant taste. Ripe tomatoes have a crimson color. Maturation occurs gradually. The weight of one vegetable is 100 g.

Summer resident

"Dachnik" is considered an early variety. The fruits grow large, about 200 g each. The tomatoes themselves are meaty and very juicy. The stem grows up to 60 cm in height. This variety is easy and simple to grow, as it is not fussy to care for.

The peculiarity of the plant is its abundant fruitfulness, which does not depend on weather conditions. There will be good yield even in the cloudiest regions.

“Northern blush” - an early variety of tomato

Tomatoes of the “Northern Blush” variety are distinguished by their early ripening period - as a rule, after 90-100 days from the date of appearance of the first leaves, the harvest can be harvested. The bushes are determinant; they are very resistant to cold snaps during the growth of bushes and ripening of tomatoes and to other weather changes.

The shoots are erect and low (80 to 90 cm). The bushes do not need pinching, but it is recommended to tie each stem to a support or trellis. The foliage of the stems is weak, the leaves are pale emerald, their length is average. The flowers are simple, collected in racemose inflorescences. There are from five to seven brushes on one bush.

Benefits of yellow cherry tomatoes

Research results have established that the health of the body is influenced not only by the mineral complex of trace elements, but also by smell and color. For example, yellow foods contain more ascorbic acid.

Yellow vegetables have a beneficial effect on the speed of perception and mood. Cherry tomatoes Shy blush help increase activity and reduce fatigue.

Yellow cherry tomatoes stimulate the secretion of gastric juice, increase appetite, and help normalize digestion. Yellow fruits can be consumed without restrictions; they do not cause allergies.

These tomatoes taste sweeter. They are preferred in professional cooking. There are reasons for this, among which the most notable is that the miniature bright-colored fruits look neat and serve as a decoration for the dish.

Small tomatoes retain their fresh appearance and attractiveness longer, and they have a more concentrated taste.

Features of care

To ensure the ripening of all tomatoes during the season, it is necessary to form bushes of this variety into 1, 2 or 3 stems, but no more. Tying is mandatory due to high yield. It is advisable to water once every five to seven days. It is recommended to feed using mineral complex fertilizers during planting, as well as during the filling period of tomatoes. You need to grow seedlings at home 2 months before planting them in open soil. In cold regions, planting in open soil can be carried out in the last days of May.

Sources:

https://tomatland.ru/catalog/6212 https://dachamechty.ru/tomat/uhod/severnyj-rumyanets.html https://pomidorchik.com/sorta-tomatov/severnyj-rumyanec.html

Features of the variety's agricultural technology, people's reviews

I begin preparing planting material 2 months before planting in open ground. In cold regions, planting is carried out at the end of May.

Growing the crop involves the formation of a bush with 3 stems. This event is aimed at ensuring that all the fruits ripen in the short summer season.

Agricultural care techniques are standard, as for all tomatoes. It provides for timely watering, hilling and application of complex fertilizers according to the manufacturer’s scheme.

Northern Blush can be planted in the garden bed in late spring and early summer, if we are talking about cold regions. Planting material is prepared 2 months before.

Important! By following the rules of seed germination, you can achieve 100% germination. Sowing is carried out in the 2nd or 3rd decade of March. The soil should be moistened and warmed to 20 degrees C. The bush is picked when the second true leaf develops. After the frosts are completely over, 3 bushes are planted per 1 meter in open ground.

When grown, the bush should have no more than 3 stems, which contributes to maximum yield and full ripening. The second stem is removed from under the first inflorescence. Water once a week or 5 days. There is no need to remove excess leaves. The shoots are fixed on supports and trellises. Tomatoes may fall under the weight of the crop.

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It’s easier to fix in a greenhouse, but the devices can also be used in the garden bed. You need two supports and ropes (but not fishing line or wire cutting into the stem). There are several methods. For example, the plant is attached to a wire frame, which is advisable for this variety with a large yield. Trellis are also used - ropes stretched between 2 supports with an interval of 0.3 meters.

The usual agricultural technology for tomatoes is used. Timely soil moisture, hilling, and fertilizing with complex fertilizers according to the schedule specified by the manufacturer during the ripening period are required.

Important! Northern Blush is resistant to late blight. For other varieties this is a very dangerous disease. If affected, a significant portion of the crop may be lost. It simply ripens before the critical period. Late blight can be transmitted by seeds (cyclic lesions). The variety can also resist other diseases, which makes it recommended for beginning gardeners.

Tomato is planted as seedlings. Sowing seeds is carried out in the second half of March. After 55-60 days, the seedlings will be ready to be transferred to a permanent place in a greenhouse, greenhouse or fresh air in the garden. Planting pattern: 40×60 cm. Per 1 sq. m place 3 bushes.

Attention! Some sources call this tomato a hybrid. Actually this is not true. Collect the seeds and plant them next season to get the same original pink Blush.

For various reasons, the tomato is not yet very popular among the people. This is evidenced, among other things, by the almost complete absence of reviews about the variety on the Internet. It is easy for summer residents and gardeners to confuse the vegetable with others similar in name:

• Blush - American yellow-pink cherry tomatoes in the form of cream (the first word is often omitted from the name);
• Northern Blush are medium sized red tomatoes.

The pink-fruited tomato Rumyanets from Poisk is not distinguished by its outstanding yield. It is valued for something else - very tasty and healthy fruits. It is better to grow the crop under film covers or in stationary greenhouses. The characteristics declared by the breeders may be of interest to gardeners. However, people still have little experience in planting young tomatoes.