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Tomato Treasure of the Incas is a large-fruited variety of the Solanov family. Gardeners highly appreciate it for its unpretentious care, high yield and tasty large fruits.
Description of tomato variety Inca treasure
The Tomato variety Sokrovische Inkov is a successful result of the selection work of the agro-industrial company "Partner" in 2017. This hybrid was included in the State Register of the Russian Federation in 2018 and recommended for cultivation throughout Russia.
According to the description of the Inca Treasure tomato variety, the time from the first seed germination to full ripening is no more than 3 months. Tomatoes are early ripe, juicy and large. An indeterminate bush, characterized by a rapid, powerful growth from 180 to 200 cm. It is resistant to night temperature extremes, therefore it is ideal for growing in Central Russia. The Inca Treasure variety is suitable not only for open ground, but also for protected (greenhouses and hotbeds).
The leaves are rich green, large and spreading. The thick stem of the plant is designed to support the weight of ripe fruit.
The first flower race on the main stem is formed after the 9th - 12th leaves. Beautiful large inflorescences attract many bees, so the Inca Treasure variety has no problems with pollination.
The plant continues to grow and bloom until the end of the growing season. In autumn, with the onset of the first frost, the tomato bush slows down its development.
Brief description and taste of fruits
The first tomato inflorescence with fruits is formed above the 8th leaf, the next one - every 3 leaves. One ovary can contain from 4 to 6 fruits. Ripe tomatoes are conical in shape. In terms of the number of seed chambers, the Inca Treasure variety is multi-chambered.
According to the photo and description of the Partner company, the Inca Treasure tomato variety produces large yellow-orange fruits, with a recognizable crimson crown on top and red veins. Unripe fruits are light green in color.
The weight of one tomato can reach from 250 to 700 grams. In the section, the stalk does not have a green spot, the skin is dense and glossy. Ripe tomatoes contain a lot of sugars. The yellowish fruits have a good taste and meatiness, so it is best to eat them fresh.
Varietal characteristics
The Inca Treasure variety is a champion among varieties of early ripening tomatoes. The crop ripens in late May - early June. The fruiting period ends with the first frost. Subject to proper care, watering and timely feeding, the yield from 1 sq. m. is:
- in the open field - about 14 kg;
- in greenhouses and hotbeds - up to 20 kg.
Such indicators are considered quite high. You can increase yields through balanced feeding, regular moderate watering and timely removal of diseased leaves to prevent diseases.
The Inca Treasure variety is resistant to adverse weather conditions. It is grown outdoors in the southern regions with a lot of sunny days, and beyond the Urals. The yield of the variety depends on the duration of the warm period.Thus, the Ural bush will bear less fruit than its southern counterpart.
In greenhouses, the Inca Treasure is grown in any region. Experienced gardeners appreciate the tomato for its high resistance to tomato viruses, verticillosis, alternaria, fusarium and phytosporosis.
Pros and cons of the variety
A unique hybrid variety with a wide range of benefits:
- Early ripening of the crop.
- Abundant flowering, large buds.
- Large fruits with a fleshy structure.
- The sweet taste of tomatoes.
- The rind is firm and does not crack.
- Tomatoes can withstand long-term transportation.
- Resistance of the culture to high temperatures and diseases.
It is important to take into account the characteristic features of the variety:
- The crop is not suitable for salting. Ripe tomatoes are best eaten right away, since they contain a lot of sucrose. Tomatoes Treasure of the Incas go well with meat and fish dishes.
- Seedlings grow in greenhouse conditions up to 200 cm. Not every gardener is ready to grow such fruit-bearing trees in a confined space.
In addition to the above advantages, mature fruits of the Inca Treasure have a low calorie content: only 20 kcal per 100 g of the product. With high dietary properties, tomatoes are also rich in vitamins (A, C, K, group B, etc.) and minerals (magnesium, potassium, manganese, etc.).
Planting and care rules
Tomatoes are planted The Treasure of the Incas in greenhouses or open ground, most often with seedlings from ready-made seedlings.
In an apartment environment (on a loggia or balcony), growing seedlings of this variety is problematic due to the rapid growth of plants and a powerful root system. Seedling boxes will prevent the roots from fully developing, and the plant will die from lack of nutrients. At home, the Inca Treasure tomatoes do not bloom or bear fruit.
When planting in open ground, it is important to follow the rules:
- Plant in warm and dry weather. The sweltering heat will destroy young seedlings, and too wet soil will provoke rotting of fragile roots. Unforeseen temperature changes will also negatively affect young plants: stems and leaves can die under the influence of cold.
- Plant plants at a sufficient distance from each other. A planting step of 10-15 cm will ensure plant growth, normal development and high yields.
Timely watering, soil loosening and removal weeds - that's what you need for proper care and a good harvest.
Sowing seeds for seedlings
Grow tomato seedlings Inca Treasure in boxes or individual cardboard pots. The best time for germination is from mid-March. Experienced gardeners use the lunar calendar. It indicates the dates favorable for the germination of seeds.
For the best germination percentage, it is recommended to pre-soak the seeds in a solution with a growth stimulator. Empty ones will float to the surface: they are thrown out, since they will not sprout.
The seeds of the Inca Treasure tomato variety grow in nutritious soil. The seed germination substrate consists of 1/3 turf and humus and 2/3 sand.
Seeds are planted as follows:
- The substrate is poured into containers or other prepared containers.
- Depressions are made 2 - 3 mm at intervals of up to 5 cm from each other
- Seeds are placed in the grooves.
- Top covered with a thin layer of substrate and sprayed with a spray bottle.
The sown seeds are covered with polyethylene and placed in a dark, dry place.
It is important to periodically check the condition of the soil and spray it with water, avoiding waterlogging and drying out.
Transplanting seedlings
Diving of tomatoes is carried out after the formation of the first two pairs of leaves. Each bush is carefully removed from the container and transferred to the soil:
- if the soil is open, then the planting density will be 3 plants per 1 m2;
- on protected ground and when formed in 1 stem, density - 4 plants per m22.
Seedlings transplanted into open ground are watered a little under the stem. For better adaptation, cover with a protective cloth for 1 - 2 days.
Tomato care
Outdoors, plants are watered in the morning. Direct sunlight through the prism of drops can burn delicate tomato leaves.
Depending on the stage of plant development, the intensity of watering is changed:
- Before flowering, it is moderately watered once a week (at the rate of 5 liters of water per 1 sq. M.).
- During flowering, watering is increased to 15 liters per 1 sq. m.
Light feeding with mineral complexes will enhance growth and help the transplanted plants adapt more quickly to the new environment. The Inca Treasure variety is undemanding to a special diet: standard fertilizer for tomatoes is suitable. For greenhouse conditions, there is no need for mulching.
The manufacturer's recommendations focus on the formation of tomato bushes Inca Treasure in one stem. The procedure is performed with simultaneous pinching and lightening of the bush to the first remaining fruit cluster.
Patching is carried out according to the general rules: they break off unnecessary shoots from the bush and leave the length of the stem up to 5 cm so that the remaining "stump" prevents the appearance of new ones.
To irrigate the roots with oxygen, the soil near the stem is carefully loosened.
As they grow, the spreading branches are tied to a support. This simple action is necessary to fix the bushes with fruits in order to relieve stress on the stem.
Conclusion
Tomato Treasure of the Incas is unpretentious and not susceptible to disease. Throughout the growing season, the variety gives a good harvest. The fruits are large, fleshy, yellow-orange in color. The pulp contains a lot of sugars and beneficial trace elements.
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