The Izyuminka tomato was bred by Russian breeders. It is grown in all regions of the country both in open ground and in greenhouses. Used for salads, pickling and canning.
Characteristics and description of the tomato variety Izyuminka
Description of the variety:
- early ripening - after seedlings sprout, full ripening of the fruit occurs on the 75th - 80th day;
- low bush - 55 - 60 cm;
- leaves are dark green, medium size;
- a thick stem with a powerful rhizome that grows wildly in width;
- intermediate type of inflorescence;
- the stalk has an articulation;
- the fruit is slightly elongated;
- pink-red color;
- There are 5 – 6 fruits in one inflorescence.
Thanks to their dense and elastic skin, tomatoes will not burst when pickling and salting. The fruits contain little water and are ideal for pickling and making salads. Despite the small size of the tomatoes, the yield is high: from 4 to 5 kilograms per bush.
Use
Universal to use. Tomatoes have a sweetish taste. With a minimal amount of liquid, this tomato variety is not suitable for making juice.
The fruits are great for sandwiches and added to hot dishes. Used in preparing salads and sauces.
Growing
The tomato variety Izyuminka is recommended to be grown in open ground, hotbeds and greenhouses. Seeds must be disinfected before planting: dilute potassium permanganate granules in boiled water until light pink, place the seeds there for 2 hours. Dry the seed material and plant it in previously prepared soil.
The order of sowing and growing seedlings:
- Mix garden soil with humus and sand.
- It's good to bake in the oven.
- Water and feed in a timely manner.
Seeds for seedlings are planted in late March. When four leaves appear, the tomatoes are transplanted into separate cups. To avoid damage to the root system, seeds should initially be planted in single containers.
The seedlings are placed in a warm sunny place. In order for plants to fully grow and develop, it is necessary to unfold the boxes every 2 days. The sun's rays will evenly illuminate the containers from all sides.
Landing
Before planting in a permanent place, tomatoes should be thoroughly watered with warm water.When transplanting outdoors, make sure that the threat of frost has passed. Seedlings are planted under the film in mid-May.
Before planting plants in open ground, you need to select a suitable site. Those who have previously planted tomatoes know that tomatoes will not grow in the area where potatoes were grown. This crop does not tolerate acidic soil. Before planting, apply fertilizer and water the soil with warm water.
In order for the yield to be high, the plants should be weeded in time, getting rid of weeds, watered and fed in a timely manner.
When a full-fledged bush grows, you need to trim off the excess stepsons before flowering. This procedure must be repeated a second time after fruit set.
High yields can be achieved without fertilizing:
- Plant in well-warmed soil.
- Water in a timely manner.
- Clear the area of weeds.
In order for the roots of the seedlings to firmly take root in a new place, at first you need to water the bed every day. After each watering, the soil must be loosened to allow access to oxygen. The roots should not be buried too deeply. Plant no more than 8 bushes per 1 square meter.
Advantages and disadvantages of the Izyuminka variety
The tomato variety Izyuminka rarely succumbs to disease and drying out, has high yields throughout the summer, and does not lose its presentation during transportation.
Minuses:
- requires a garter to the support;
- afraid of frost.
Tomato growing experts recommend planting this variety in the southern regions. Reviews from amateur and professional summer residents are the most positive. The Izyuminka tomato variety is among the top ten for its pleasant sweetish taste, unpretentiousness, and high yield.
