Description of the tomato variety Pyshka and its characteristics
Tomatoes are among the capricious plants. The sustainable tomato Pyshka or Tolstushka has become the fruit of the modern selection of the Aelita agricultural company. This tasty and healthy berry is in demand in different regions of Russia.
General information about the variety
Tomato variety Pyshka f1 collected reviews of vegetable growers not only in Russia, but also in neighboring countries. Positive features allow you to grow the plant in open ground and greenhouses. Characteristics and description of the appearance of the variety:
- early maturing, the maximum period before the beginning of fruiting is 90 days;
- determinant;
- undersized, the height of the bush does not exceed 70 cm;
- medium foliage;
- the leaf is large, dark green;
- inflorescences of an intermediate type;
- stalk with articulation;
- high yield, from 1 sq. meters of planting during the summer season, up to 10 kilograms of berries are harvested;
- resistance to most diseases of the nightshade family;
- high tolerance to nutritional and water deficit;
- tolerates transportation and long-term storage well;
- not prone to cracking;
- requires a garter.
The Pyshka tomato variety is included in the state register. It is successfully cultivated by gardeners of the southern and northern regions of the country. The demand for the plant is also associated with the characteristics of the fruit. Berry technical data:
- rounded shape;
- the weight of an individual fruit does not exceed 160 grams;
- smooth;
- in a mature state they acquire a dark red color;
- thin skin;
- dense;
- sweet taste.
The versatility of the variety made it possible to use ripe fruits raw and for canning. Tomato is considered a good ingredient in vegetable salads, it is convenient for drying and pickling. A number of processed products are obtained from it: pasta, ketchup, lecho.
Recommendations for growing varieties
The plant prefers a seedling growing method. It is recommended to start preparatory work a month before the expected landing date. Experienced gardeners prepare seedlings from late March to early April. To obtain healthy seedlings, you should:
- organize containers with complex soil for tomatoes;
- process the seeds with a solution of potassium permanganate or rinse with clean water;
- organize sowing to a depth of 1.5-2 cm;
- cover the plants with foil;
- regular watering;
- when the first shoots appear, transfer the plant to the windowsill, provide a source of natural or artificial light;
- after the appearance of the first leaves, make a pick of the plant.
IMPORTANT! The Pyshka tomato variety belongs to unpretentious varieties and does not require special care!
Before planting, experts advise hardening the plant. Hardening should be done 7-10 days before planting. The temperature in the room is reduced to 17-18 degrees, or the containers are taken outside.Experienced vegetable growers advise planting tomatoes according to the 70 x 30 scheme. In care, the variety is suitable for novice gardeners. Mandatory activities include:
- watering with warm water in the evening or morning hours;
- loosening and weeding the soil;
- feeding at least four times during the summer season.
If necessary, the branches of the tomato variety Pyshka are tied up.