Description of the tomato variety Lagidny, its characteristics
Each tomato variety has its own purpose. So, many summer residents, for the preservation of whole fruits, choose Lagidny tomato. The specifics of growing this vegetable crop is not difficult; to obtain a successful harvest, it will be enough to know a few nuances of agrotechnical work.
Features of the variety
Tomato variety Lagidny was obtained by Kiev breeders at the experimental fruit and vegetable station of the UkrNII. Since 1993, the variety has been approved for cultivation in the Far Eastern regions, the Central Black Earth region and the Middle Volga region. The tomato is recommended for growing in open ground and in greenhouse conditions.
Variety characteristics:
- Lagidny tomato is an early ripening culture. The growing season from seed germination to full fruit ripening is 110–120 days.
- The plant is high-yielding. The number of fruits per 1 sq. m is more than 9 kg.
- The bush is non-standard, determinant, 50-60 cm high.
- Leaves are simple, medium-sized, dark green in color.
- The first raceme is once branched, with 4–5 fruits, tied over the 6th leaf, followed by a periodicity of 1–2 leaves.
- The root system extending from the stem is well developed.
A feature of the variety is the quality of the fruit, which can be consumed both fresh and processed.
Description of fruits
The Lagidny variety has received particular popularity in horticulture for the taste of fruits that are endowed with a high sugar content. The appearance and strength of the skins make it possible not only to obtain a delicious, beautiful summer salad, but also to preserve the whole-fruit tomato. Also, the fruits are used in the preparation of sauces, pastas and other winter dishes.
Description of the tomato in the transportability stage:
- weight - 50–90 grams;
- form - plum;
- color - bright red;
- pulp - fleshy;
- taste is high.
According to gardeners, the fruits of the Lagidny variety tolerate transportation well, maintaining their appearance during long-distance transportation.
Advantages and disadvantages of the variety
Like all fruit crops, the Lagidny tomato has its pros and cons when growing. Therefore, before purchasing seeds, it is worthwhile to familiarize yourself with its advantages and disadvantages in advance.
Variety advantages:
- amicable ripening tomato;
- fruit crack resistance;
- good yield even in unfavorable years;
- high quality of transportability;
- unpretentious care.
Also, the variety is endowed with good immunity to bacterial spotting.
Disadvantages of the variety:
- weak resistance to late blight;
- susceptibility to septoria;
- frequent defeat by macrosporiosis.
In addition, for a good return, the tomato requires fertile soil and timely agricultural technology.
Agrotechnics
You can grow the Lagidny variety by seedling in open ground or by sowing seeds in greenhouses. The main component of agricultural technology is the processing of seeds.
Important. Before planting the seeds, it is recommended to treat them with a solution of potassium permanganate, and then rinse with warm water. In this case, it will be possible to increase the germination of the planting material and render it harmless from fungal infections.
After germination of seedlings, the following agricultural technology is carried out:
- In the stage of formation of 2 true leaves, a pick is carried out.
- Plants are planted according to the scheme - 30x70 cm.
- In the period from the germination of seeds to the appearance of the first inflorescences, fertilizing with complex fertilizers is applied 3 times.
- Before the first brush appears, all lateral shoots are removed from the bush.
- It is recommended to regularly pinch the tomato, forming a plant in 1 stem.
- Despite its low growth, the bush is tied to a support or trellis.
Watering, weeding, loosening and disease prevention is carried out in a standard way as needed.
The best predecessors for Lagidny tomatoes are: carrots, cucumbers, onions and legumes. According to the recommendations of experienced specialists, for good pollination it is necessary to attract insects. To do this, the plant will need to be sprayed with a sugar solution prepared from: 1 liter of water, 100 grams of sugar and 2 grams of boric acid.
Observing these simple advice of experts and the above agricultural techniques, even a beginner in horticulture will receive a decent yield of delicious tomatoes for whole-fruit conservation.
