Description of the tomato variety Lopatinsky and its characteristics
Many novice gardeners are of the opinion that the fruits of high-yielding tomato crops are not endowed with a bright aroma and rich taste. But this is not at all the case. There are certain varieties of tomatoes that produce a large number of fruits with a sufficient concentration of sugar. So, for example, experienced summer residents highlight the Lopatinsky tomato. This vegetable crop is able to please every gardener with high fertility of large-fruited, aromatic tomatoes.
Description of the vegetable crop
The Lopatinskie variety belongs to mid-season vegetable crops. The growing season from the appearance of the first seed shoots to the full maturation of tomatoes is about 110-115 days. The variety is quite large-fruited, with high yield rates. Lopatinsky tomatoes are suitable for growing in open ground, in temporary greenhouse buildings and in greenhouse conditions.
The bush itself is of an indeterminate species, which develops in the form of vines. Plant height is 0.8-1 meter on average. Strongly leafy bush with many side shoots. Those who have grown this vegetable crop recommend forming a plant in 2-3 stems. Thus, it will be possible to increase the quantity and quality of the crop. In addition, in order to increase the number of brushes, it is recommended to regularly pinch the bush.
Advantages of the variety
The Lopatinsky tomato variety, like all vegetable crops, is endowed with advantages and disadvantages.
Description of the advantages of the variety:
- long fruiting;
- high productivity;
- the bush is easy to care for;
- convenient fruit picking;
- good immunity to late blight.
In addition, the Lopatinskie variety has a consistently high yield even under adverse climatic conditions.
Vegetable crops have no major drawbacks. The only drawback that can affect the choice of this variety is capriciousness in the watering regime.
To prevent the tomatoes from lying on damp ground, which leads to their rotting, it is recommended to tie the bush to a support in an upright position.
Fruit characteristics
Despite the fact that the yield of the variety can be more than 10 kg from one bush, tomatoes have rather high taste and marketability. They can be eaten fresh, in the preparation of hot and cold dishes, and also used for salting and winter preparations.
Characteristics of fully ripe tomatoes:
- weight - 700-800 grams;
- flat-round shape;
- deep red color;
- the pulp is dense, fleshy, with a large number of chambers;
- the taste is sweet, juicy;
- the aroma is pronounced.
Tomatoes of the Lopatinsky variety are distinguished by their high shelf life and ability to be transported over long distances, which has a beneficial effect on market sales.
As shown by the reviews of gardeners, the best indicators of the yield of the variety were recorded with good lighting of the bush. Sowing seeds is carried out 50-60 days before the intended planting in a permanent place of growth. The ideal planting pattern for seedlings is a checkerboard pattern with a consistent distance between the bushes - 50 cm, row spacing - 75 cm.
Product Reviews
“Despite the fact that the weight of a tomato is 600-800 grams on the seed package, last year I grew medium-sized fruits. But they ripened quickly enough, without rot, with good taste. "
Vladislav.
“Every year I plant the Lopatinskie variety. I am always satisfied with the taste and appearance of large fruits. But cultivating a variety takes a lot of free time. The bush requires regular pinching, loosening and garters to the support "
Elena.
“Several times I planted Lopatinsky tomatoes at my summer cottage. The tomatoes are large enough with a good spicy taste. The only thing that did not suit me was the uneven ripening of the fruits "
Katerina.
