Vegetable growers of the country grow many varieties of vegetables at their sites. Among them are determinant and indeterminate tomatoes. Today, the most common among tomato lovers is a variety of Russian selection tomato Eupator, the brainchild of the breeding company Gavrish. It refers to indeterminate species, which means that its growth must be limited. The yield of this hybrid is high, the yield of fruits is simultaneous.
- Variety description
- Characterization of fruits
- Application of fruits
- Growing seedlings
- Growing bushes
- Ways to fertilize and care
- Conclusion <
Characteristics of the Evpator variety tomato
Variety description
Eupator tomato variety is very similar to other indeterminate type tomatoes.
- Its height may be more than one meter.
- This is a mid-early hybrid f1, first of the first generation, it means the collected seeds, if planted, will not preserve species features.
- The bush is most often formed into one stem. If you leave the first stepson, it is possible to grow a tomato into two stems.
- The first brush with flowers is located at the level of the ninth leaf.
- The tomato bush has resistance to disease.
As for height, pinching growth points can be limited to 1.8 meters. A tall plant requires garters to support or trellis. The description will be incomplete, if not to say that the variety has high resistance to late blight and gray rot viruses.
The stems of the plant are nodular, finely pubescent, have a pronounced green color. Flower brushes are formed in two or three leaves, and carry up to 12 flowers.All flowers brush open simultaneously. The ripening of the fruits does not stretch over time and their collection is carried out with the whole brush.
Characteristics of the fruits
Tomatoes Eupator have rounded fruits that are covered with shiny skin. In the stage of milk ripeness, they are light green, and begin to turn red at the same time.
The elastic, dense skin is not susceptible to cracking, so that the reviews of tomatoes f1 Eupator are the most positive. Tomato productivity is very high, with each fruit weighing about 130g.
If cultivated correctly, then there will be up to 40kg of production per square meter. All tomatoes are almost of the same size, so that they are more than 90% suitable for sale.
Application of fruits
Beautiful in appearance, these tomatoes have good taste. This characteristic distinguishes them from other hybrids that are not always tasty when consumed fresh. They are suitable for consumption:
- in green salads;
- in the form of sauces and ketchups;
- in a canned product;
- in in the form of processing for juices and dressings for second courses.
Growing seedlings
The plant is best grown in a greenhouse
To grow healthy seedlings, select the desired soil and soak the seeds in stimulant solutions. The soil should contain the necessary elements for the growth and development of seedlings. It includes humus and ash so that it is crumbly. Growing tomatoes and their subsequent productivity depend on the humidity and temperature at which seedlings grow. 35 degrees heat is enough for a tomato, and the humidity should be such that condensation does not occur on the film.
After the appearance of four leaves, the seedlings can be dived and fertilized. Boric acid, mullein and other preparations are suitable for fertilizing. It is advisable to treat plants with a weak solution of potassium permanganate to disinfect plantings. Foliar top dressing with boron will not only help growth, but also scare away small insects
Growing bushes
Characteristics of the variety say that a certain minus can make growing tomatoes , this is what a greenhouse is needed for him. Only in closed ground will there be a high and stable yield.
Ready seedlings do not need to be tempered, but simply transplanted into holes filled with a chopper. To do this, the layout of the rows is done at a distance of about 70cm. Between plants in rows, it is optimal to leave up to 50cm.
Ashes and low concentrations of fertilizer can be added to the wells. Pour warm water and plant plants. Near each future bush establish support, but it is preferable and easier to pull the trellis. Planted tomatoes are tied up as they grow.
The formation of the bush comes down to the fact that when the first stepson appears, it is left for the second stem. When reaching the necessary height for the greenhouse, you need to pinch the growth point. After the first stepchildren, all stepchildren are removed, as are the leaves near the ground.
Methods of fertilizer and care
Solutions of rotted mullein, bird droppings and boric acid can be classified as fertilizers. Organic products are added to containers with water in the proportions: one to two. Leave for a couple of weeks, while stirring several times for better fermentation. Then 4 liters of warm water are added to the liter of solution and watered under the root. Boric acid is fertilized according to the instructions, which is always on the back of the packages.
Caring for the Eupator tomatoes comes down to the following activities:
- airing the greenhouses;
- weeding the weeds and loosening the soil;
- control with pests;
- the protection of plants from diseases.
The description of the rules of care warns that with high humidity, there may be a threat of late blight and other viruses. Although tomatoes of this variety are very resistant to them, it is better to carry out prevention than to treat diseased bushes.
Conclusion
From all the above, and also, based on the feedback of gardeners, we conclude that growing tomatoes Eupator is not burdensome and profitable. With proper agricultural technology, we get a sufficient yield of fruits. After collecting tomatoes, they can be consumed fresh or processed. Surplus products are suitable for sale. Therefore, tomatoes of this variety have become popular among owners of private estates and farms.
