Description of the tomato variety Currency and its characteristics
Tomato "Valutny" is the result of the work of domestic breeders from Siberia. When it was developed, it was assumed that it would be able to grow and bear fruit, in far from the best weather conditions. And the agricultural scientists succeeded. This variety is able to survive in almost any climatic zone.
Brief description of the variety of tomato "Valyutny" - mid-season, determinant, with a high yield.
The variety has a pleasant tomato flavor, as evidenced by many reviews on the Internet. This variety is perfect for all types of culinary uses:
- All kinds of salads;
- Dishes that require the use of tomatoes;
- All kinds of canning.
"Currency" is perfect for transportation and storage, which is an extremely positive indicator for farmers and those gardeners who are not lazy to plant a large number of bushes.
Description of appearance
The bush has an unusually high growth for this kind of varieties, which can reach from 80 to 100 centimeters. The stems are of medium thickness. The berries are round and bright red in color. Fruit size is large enough. Fruit weight can reach 200 grams. Its pulp is fleshy and has a high density. There are very few seeds in a tomato. The leaves are dark green and small in size.
How to grow
The State Register indicates that this variety can be grown both in a greenhouse and in the open field. "Currency" can adapt to many weather conditions, which sets it apart from many other competitors.
Seedlings should be started 60-90 days before planting in the ground.
Despite the rather thick stems, it is highly recommended to tie up the bush so that it does not fall. On one bush, up to 6 tomatoes can be placed simultaneously on each brush, which is a very high load and the bush can fall from any gust of wind that will kill it.
This tomato has high immunity, but it cannot be said that it is absolutely immune to various diseases. In order to prevent infection with viral and fungal diseases, it is necessary to carry out a number of preventive procedures even before starting to grow.
It is also necessary to carefully monitor the bushes during the entire ripening process. To guarantee the health of the tomato, the bushes should be treated with various preparations at different stages of growth.
Watering should be done in moderation to avoid late blight. In the event that this infection, which is a misfortune for many varieties of tomatoes, nevertheless reached your seedlings, then it is necessary to significantly reduce the number of waterings, as well as ensure the maximum flow of fresh air.
No special fertilizers are required for the "Currency" tomato. If you are just a beginner gardener, you can ask the shop assistant about them. It is recommended to use fertilizers high in potassium as well as calcium. Such fertilizers will provide good growth and protection against all kinds of diseases.
Reviews
Many reviews on various Internet resources are positive. Gardeners note the unpretentiousness and yield of this variety. Positive feedback is the best characteristic possible.
