Description of the Madeira tomato variety, features of cultivation and care
Varieties of small-fruited tomatoes are becoming increasingly popular among gardeners: cocktail and cherry tomatoes. The Madeira tomato is a typical member of the cherry family. It is distinguished by the intensity of fruiting, fruit identity and high commercial qualities.
Features of the variety
Madeira F1 is an early ripe hybrid of cherry tomatoes. Plant carpal indeterminate type. The first crop can be harvested within 85–90 days after germination.
Description of the variety:
- the height of the bushes is from 1.5 to 2 m;
- the stem is dense and strong, does not tend to break off;
- medium-leafed plant, medium-sized leaves;
- inflorescences are simple, each cluster has 12 to 15 ovaries;
- high yield - from 4.5 to 7 kg per 1 sq. m;
- the hybrid is highly resistant to many tomato diseases.
Fruit characteristics:
- the shape of the fruit is perfectly round;
- the weight of tomatoes is 20–25 grams;
- the skin is thin and smooth;
- tomatoes are not prone to cracking and falling off;
- the color of ripe fruits is bright red;
- inside the tomato is divided into two segments;
- the pulp is dense and juicy;
- tomatoes lie for a long time and tolerate transportation well without losing their presentation.
Madeira is a hybrid variety suitable for universal use.
Growing and care
Tomato Madeira F1 is intended for cultivation in greenhouses, temporary tunnel-type film shelters and open ground, as well as in urban conditions: on balconies and window sills. In the southern regions of the country, planting by the seedless method is possible, when the ground warms up to + 16-18 degrees. Agrotechnics:
- Sowing seeds for seedlings is carried out in mid-March. Sowing should be at a depth not exceeding 1 cm. After sowing, the soil should be moistened, covered with foil and placed in a warm place.
- When the first pair of true leaves is formed, the sprouts dive into separate containers. And they carry out the first feeding.
- At the age of 55-60 days, the seedlings are ready for planting in open ground, provided that the threat of night frosts has passed. You can start planting in greenhouses at the age of 30–35 days.
- The soil prepared in advance will guarantee a good harvest. The Madeira tomato variety takes root on any type of soil, but develops more successfully and bears fruit on sandy loam and loamy soils. If the quality of the substrate is lower, it is worth fertilizing before planting. This can be done using compost, wood ash, eggshells, poultry droppings, or diluted ripe manure.
- The recommended planting pattern is 70x60 cm; in greenhouses, a denser planting is possible.
- As they grow, the bushes require the formation of one or two stems and tying to a support.
- In the future, caring for tomatoes does not differ from standard growing methods: they also require regular watering, weeding, hilling and feeding.The Madeira tomato responds well to feeding with organic and mineral mixtures.
Madeira baby tomatoes will be a decoration for any area and will delight you with a pleasant dessert taste of the fruit.
Reviews
Galina Danilova, Kazan:
“Last season I planted Madeira. I liked it both fresh and pickled. Neat and beautiful tomatoes, easy to eat. "
Julia Drozdova, Cherepovets:
“I plant Madeira for the second year in a row. Tomatoes sprout together and bear fruit excellently, have time to collect. The skin is thin, delicate, but does not burst in the sun. "
Lyubov Nikulina, Moscow:
“I really like cherry tomatoes. Madeira was planted for the first time last year, as an experiment. The result exceeded all my expectations. The tomatoes are small, even, beautiful and very tasty. "
