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Tomatoes are such a vegetable crop, without which it is impossible to imagine a vegetable garden. Even if the dacha was set up mainly for relaxation and pleasant communication with nature, sooner or later you will want to grow something of your own, tasty and fresh on it. And, of course, you will want to start with tomatoes - because it is among them that you can find varieties that do not require intensive care, subtle knowledge of agricultural agricultural technology and, accordingly, will not take much time and effort. Here are just so many varieties and hybrids of tomatoes today that newcomers, perhaps, are not at all able to deal with them all. After all, how many different characteristics need to be taken into account. And if you manage to choose attractive in shape, color and size, then they still need to be grown and brought to ripeness so that they do not get sick with anything and can please with an abundance of fruits.
Those gardeners who are primarily attracted by tomato productivity and disease resistance are advised to take a closer look at tomato hybrids. They are famous for their unpretentiousness and productivity. And one of the most famous hybrids known from this point of view is the Diabolic tomato, the characteristics and description of the variety of which will be discussed in detail below.
Description of the hybrid
Of course, a tomato hybrid with such a dubious name could appear only abroad. Diabolic is a fairly new development of Japanese breeders of the Sakata company. Although in 2008 this hybrid was even included in the State Register of Russia, which indirectly confirms its well-deserved qualities.
Diabolic tomato was recommended for growing in the open field of the North Caucasus region. Of course, with the same success it can probably be grown in other southern regions, but in more northern latitudes, it will probably need shelter. In addition, being zoned for open ground in the south, it is very picky about the amount of sunlight and, with a lack of illumination, can demonstrate not the best yield indicators. Although not even the best yield for many will be, perhaps, the ultimate dream.
Plants of this hybrid are determinant, that is, they are limited in growth and at some point their development is stopped by the last flower brush formed at the top. Often, tomato bushes of this type do not differ in a large number of stepchildren, and this is exactly what the Diabolic hybrid is. It is not at all necessary to be pinned, although you will still have to tie it up. Since the height of the bush of this tomato can grow up to 150-160 cm. The plants themselves are quite powerful and well leafy.
The inflorescence is complex, it looks like a brush, in which up to 10 or even more tomatoes can form. The stems, however, like the leaves, are medium in size. The stalk has an articulation.
If we talk about the timing of ripening, then the Diabolic tomato can be attributed to both mid-early and mid-season tomatoes. On average, 100-110 days pass from the moment of emergence of full shoots to the beginning of ripening of tomatoes. In this case, fruiting can be extended for a month or more.
A distinctive feature of this hybrid is its increased yield, which seems to be a record even against the background of other tomato hybrids that are famous for this characteristic. Of course, a lot depends on the growing conditions.But potentially, from one square meter of Diabolic tomato plantings, you can get 20 kg or more tomatoes.
Another attractive feature of Diabolic tomato is its resistance to a wide variety of diseases.
- It exhibits increased resistance to fusarium and verticillium wilting.
- Resistant to various types of root nematode.
- Excellent resistance to gray leaf and bacterial spots.
- Possesses increased resistance to a whole set of tospoviruses (TSWW, TCSV, GRSV, INSV), viral diseases for which there are currently no methods of treatment.
Tomato Diabolic is also distinguished by good development and fruit set at both low and high temperatures.
Fruit characteristics
Tomatoes of this hybrid have the following characteristics:
- The shape of tomatoes is elliptical, popularly called simply cream, although under some conditions it can be considered pepper-shaped.
- Unripe fruits are characterized by a light green color, at the stage of full ripeness the tomatoes acquire a standard red color.
- The stalk lacks a green spot even at the stage of technical maturity.
- Diabolic tomatoes have a very dense pulp and a smooth and fairly firm skin. The dry matter content is 5.0-7.2%.
- There are not so many seeds inside the fruit - there are about 2-3 nests.
- In terms of size, Diabolic tomatoes are also classic cream - the average weight of one fruit is 100 grams. Some especially large specimens of fruits in the lower parts of the brushes grow to 130-140 grams.
- The fruits are able to keep well on the hands for a long time.
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The taste can be called good, although the sweetness may be lacking in it. In terms of total sugar content, it is average - 3.0-3.9% of the total weight of the fruit.
- Diabolic tomatoes can be used for salads, but they are excellent for use in various canned foods - pickles, marinades and other preparations. Due to the dense pulp, they will keep their shape well even when cut. Also tomatoes of this hybrid are perfect for drying and withering.
- Diabolic tomatoes keep well and tolerate transportation.
Together with high yields and excellent disease resistance, Diabolic is an excellent, very promising hybrid for industrial cultivation.
Care features
It makes sense to sow Diabolic tomato seedlings from the beginning of March. Even in March, before the first true leaves appear, the seedlings need additional illumination for at least 12 hours a day. It is more justified to sow tomato seeds in small bowls, in order to later carry out a pick in individual pots. Tomato seedlings are good for picking and transplanting.
If you are using fresh, fertile soil for growing seedlings, it is not necessary to feed it before planting in a permanent place. The most important thing is to provide young tomato plants with maximum illumination, moderate heat and moderate watering without waterlogging.
During the entire growing season, three additional dressings are necessary: before, after flowering, and during pouring the fruits. Otherwise, caring for Diabolic tomatoes is fundamentally no different from caring for other tomatoes.
Reviews of gardeners
The Diabolic tomato hybrid evokes positive reviews from most gardeners - people like the tomato's resistance to disease, unpretentious cultivation and high yields.
Conclusion
Take a closer look at the Diabolic tomato if you are tired of fighting numerous diseases and pests of vegetables. He does not need any processing, and you will be satisfied with a good harvest of useful vegetables without chemistry.
