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Fleshy, large and very tasty tomatoes can be grown not only in the southern regions of the country, but even in Siberia. For this, the breeders have bred a special early maturing variety "Velmozha". It is resistant to cool weather conditions and short daylight hours. The "Velmozha" variety, thanks to the unique shape of the fruit, received another name: "Budenovka". The tomato belongs to the "Bovine Heart" cultivar. Has similar taste and appearance characteristics with related varieties. A detailed description of the "Grandee" tomato and the characteristics of the variety are given below in the article. After reviewing the proposed information, you can evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of the variety, learn the features of growing a crop.
Description of the variety
Tomato "Velmozha" was obtained by breeders of Siberia in 2004 and zoned for the northern regions of the country. Due to its agrotechnical and gustatory qualities, the variety quickly became widespread. Today, many farmers grow it in greenhouse conditions in open beds.
Plant characteristic
Bushes of the "Grandee" variety are determinant. Their height does not exceed 70 cm. Low bushes independently regulate their growth, require minimal formation. Plants are resistant and require a garter only during the period of mass ripening of fruits.
Leaves of tomatoes "Grandee" of medium size, light green color. The first inflorescences are formed above 7-8 leaves of the plant. Above the trunk, the inflorescences are located through 1-2 leaves. Abundant flowering of the bush is not always desirable. The imbalanced distribution of nutrients in this case allows the growing of many relatively small tomatoes. That is why, in the process of cultivation, some farmers pinch the brushes, leaving 4-6 out of 10 flowers on each of them. This measure promotes the formation of especially large tomatoes.
Fruit characteristics
Tomatoes "Velmozha" are very large and fleshy. There is practically no free liquid in them. The percentage of dry matter in fruits is 3-5%. There are 5-9 chambers in the inner cavity of a tomato.
The shape of the grandee tomatoes is heart-shaped, elongated, a bit like the famous headdress: budenovka. The color of tomato, depending on growing conditions, can vary from light pink to dark red. The skin of vegetables is thin and tender, almost invisible when biting a tomato. Large tomatoes weigh from 300 to 400 g. If, when growing tomatoes, the farmer uses pinching of inflorescences and leaves only 4-5 flowers, then one can expect especially large tomatoes weighing up to 1.5 kg. The excellent characteristics and compliance with the description of the “Grandee” tomato variety can be assessed in the photo below.
The taste of the Velmozha tomatoes is their main advantage. The fruits are high in sugar, dense and tender pulp. Ripe tomatoes exude a sweet, bright, inviting aroma. Due to its excellent taste and aroma, the "Velmozha" variety is ranked among the classic salad varieties. It is also worth noting that Velmozha tomatoes are excellent raw materials for making sauces and ketchups. Due to the high solids content, it is not recommended to use tomatoes for juicing.
Yield
Tomato variety "Grandee" of average duration of fruit ripening.Approximately 105-110 days pass from the emergence of seedlings to a mass harvest. The first ripe vegetables will be harvested 1-2 weeks earlier.
The crop yield is high: 3-5 kg / m2... However, judging by the reviews about the "Velmozha" tomatoes, it can be argued that under especially favorable conditions, with proper feeding, it is possible to collect from each 1 m2 soil up to 7 kg of vegetables.
Disease resistance
Tomatoes "Velmozha" have excellent disease resistance. In the open field, plants, as a rule, do not suffer from viruses and fungi. In the greenhouse, under conditions of high humidity, the development of brown spot may be observed. To combat the disease, it is necessary to observe the humidity and light conditions. Reviews of farmers in this case also recommend using garlic infusion.
Among all kinds of insects, the "Grandee" tomatoes most often suffer from spider mites. In the fight against it, it is recommended to use a soap solution.
Advantages and disadvantages of the variety
The popularity of the "Velmozha" variety is justified by numerous important advantages, which include:
- high productivity;
- excellent taste of vegetables;
- unpretentiousness to weather conditions;
- the possibility of long-term storage and suitability for transportation;
- resistance to pests and diseases.
Among the disadvantages of the variety are the following nuances:
- to obtain a good harvest, regular plant nutrition should be carried out;
- the need to install reliable supports for the garter;
- the need for pinching and pinching;
- the need for regular, especially abundant watering.
Thus, in order to obtain a plentiful, good harvest of "Velmozha" tomatoes, it is necessary to constantly and painstakingly look after the plants. Only in this case will the work and efforts of the farmer be crowned with success.
Growing features
Tomatoes "Velmozha" are grown in seedlings, sowing seeds at the end of March. The soil for growing seedlings is prepared from turf soil, sand and peat. Universal mineral fertilizers are added to the general mixture of ingredients.
When sowing seeds for seedlings, the presence of a drainage layer and drainage holes in the container should be provided. For the early germination of seeds, containers with plantings are installed in a warm place and additionally covered with a film or protective glass. After the emergence of overgrowth, the containers are placed on a well-illuminated surface with a temperature of + 14- + 170C. After another week, the temperature for tomato seedlings should be increased to +220FROM.
With the appearance of 5 true leaves, tomato seedlings "Velmozha" dive into insulated plastic or peat containers. Tomato seedlings must be fed 3-4 times with mineral and organic fertilizers for the entire growing period. As fertilizers, you can use minerals, slurry solution, wood ash.
At the end of May, grown tomatoes are planted in open ground or in a greenhouse. Low bushes of the "Velmozha" variety are recommended to be placed at 3 pcs / m2... Before planting, it is necessary to prepare deep holes filled with nutritious soil. You can see the Noble tomatoes, as well as hear some recommendations for growing and reviews about vegetables of this variety, in the video:
Tomato "Velmozha" is an excellent hybrid of Siberian selection, which is able to delight with tasty, large and sweet vegetables. To obtain a rich harvest, it is enough just to carefully grow seedlings and plant the plants in the ground in a timely manner. Depending on personal preference and the purpose of the tomato, the variety can grow a variety of medium or limited quantities of very large fruits. They are perfect for preparing fresh salads or sauces. You can also prepare salted, pickled tomatoes divided into several parts for the winter. Thus, the "Velmozha" tomatoes provide the farmer with ample opportunities for use in cooking.
