Description of the tomato variety Russian domes, features of cultivation and care
Variety Kupola of Russia belongs to a variety of indeterminate species with an early ripening period. The plant got its name because of the unusual shape of the fruit, which outwardly strongly resembles the dome of Russian churches. The variety is recommended for open field planting in central and southern Russian regions. In the northern regions, planting is carried out in film or glass shelters. The characteristic and description of the variety speaks of the best indicators of crop yield when grown in greenhouse conditions.
A distinctive quality of a garden culture is considered to be powerful plant bushes, the height of which reaches an average of 2.5 m. The first tassels begin to tie after 6-7 leaf plates and then form evenly every 3 leaves. The advantage of the culture is the insignificant formation of green mass, which greatly facilitates maintenance.
The average ripening and first yield period is from 95 to 100 days. The variety is considered one of the latest achievements of breeders and is currently not included in the state register.
Despite this circumstance, seeds of a unique species are on sale and are popular with gardeners who appreciate the unusual. The new culture successfully combines an interesting appearance and taste characteristics.
What is special about fruits?
The fruits of a horticultural crop of a determinant species can be considered large, since the average weight of vegetables when grown in open ground reaches 200 grams. When planted in greenhouse conditions, the average weight of vegetables can reach 500 grams. Tomatoes have an interesting rounded shape, and a small neat spout forms at the end of the tomato. The color of ripe fruits has a rich red color and a characteristic tomato flavor. Reviews of gardeners speak about the ability of fruits for long-term storage.
Among the distinctive properties of the Russian Kupola tomato is a unique yield indicator. Subject to the rules of cultivation, a plant with 1 m2 capable of giving up to 15 kg of harvest.
Tomatoes are used fresh for consumption, they look good in salads and add richness to the first and second courses. Tomatoes with a size below average are suitable for canning. The advantage of the variety is not only the presentation of the tomatoes, but also the ability to withstand difficult transportation conditions.
Growing tips
Cultivation is carried out by seedling method. Seeds are planted at the end of March. Before carrying out planting works, a preliminary disinfecting treatment of seeds is carried out. The process consists in processing the planting material with a weak solution of potassium permanganate. After that, the seeds are washed with warm water.The planting depth of seeds should be 0.5 cm.
The recommended temperature for growing seedlings is considered to be from 18 to 25 C °. The first shoots should be expected in 5 days. When the first or second true leaf appears, a pick is recommended. The seedlings are transplanted to a permanent place at the end of May or in the first days of June, in the absence of the risk of frost. In most cases, the first brush forms and begins to bloom at the shoot ready for transplantation.
When transplanting, humus must be added to the hole, and the plant must be watered with plenty of water. Crop care is standard and consists in carrying out periodic watering and applying fertilizer complexes. It is recommended to water less frequently, but use a large amount of water.
Bushes require additional support in the form of tying up the shoots. At the time of fruiting and ripening, the garter may be required for separate clusters with a large number of vegetables.
Do not allow the fruit to touch the ground, otherwise putrefactive defects may appear. It is worth monitoring the thickening of the bushes and, if necessary, stitching. It is not recommended to allow an excessive abundance of fruiting branches, otherwise the plant lacks nutrients and the moment of fruit ripening will be delayed.
