Tomato King of the Market is a hybrid belonging to the category of early ripening varieties. Its main purpose is growing in open ground. The name of the culture is very significant. The result of cultivation is a beautiful red fruit, the weight of which can reach 300 grams. The shape of the tomato is round and smooth. When unripe it is light green in color, when finished it is bright red.
History of appearance
Domestic breeders developed this hybrid variety on the territory of the Russian Federation. The King of the Market passed state registration in 2009.Since that time, it has become widely known and received recognition from many gardeners who grow tomatoes f1 King of the Market ii for themselves, and farmers who have mastered the cultivation of this crop on an industrial scale.
general information
The characteristics of this hybrid are liked by many summer residents and farmers. The king of the market is classified as a medium-ripening variety. From the moment the seedlings are planted in the ground until the first fruits appear, approximately 95–105 days pass. Character - determinant, standard.
The tomato behaves best in open ground, as it was bred specifically for these conditions. The yield of the variety does not break records, but boasts stability and quality. If you properly care for the crop and sow the seeds correctly, then during the season you can easily harvest up to 12 kilograms of beautiful fruits from one square meter.
The King of the Market differs from other varieties in its excellent fruit quality. The tomatoes are very even, smooth, and resistant to cracking. These advantages make these tomatoes an excellent option for sale in the market.
The taste, as stated in the description of the variety on the seed packaging, is excellent. The antioxidant properties of tomatoes, high content of vitamins, minerals and acids are the reasons why these fruits can be easily used in dietary nutrition. Their benefits for the body are great.
The main characteristics of the fruit are as follows:
- weight - up to 300 grams;
- beautiful colour;
- elongated shape;
- the amount of dry matter is less than 5%.
The tomatoes are very tasty. Thanks to the large amount of minerals, they make excellent juice. The variety is not suitable for canning due to the rather large mass of fruits. For those who still want to try the King of the Market tomatoes in salted form, we can recommend pickling them in barrels and tubs. The King of the Market is good for making sun-dried tomatoes.
Advantages and disadvantages
This hybrid has a number of advantages over other varieties:
- resistant to dry climate conditions;
- shows resistance to the development of diseases;
- gives a wonderful harvest;
- demonstrates excellent taste.
The description of the variety also contains disadvantages:
- The king of the market is a zoned variety, so its cultivation is possible only in the southern regions of the country.
- Impossibility of canning in its entirety.
Despite some disadvantages, which are very relative, the variety has a large number of fans who have not changed their favorite hybrid for several years and leave only good reviews.
Features of cultivation
The tomato is intended for cultivation in open ground. You can do this in two ways:
- direct sowing: seeds are planted directly into the ground;
- for seedlings.
If the tomato will be used for further processing, then direct sowing is practiced. The harvest time is reduced, but this significantly reduces the cost of growing the crop, which means it increases the level of possible earnings.
If tomatoes are to be sold fresh on the market, then cultivation must begin by sowing seedlings. If the region is not too warm, you can practice moving it to a greenhouse.
The King of the Market is intended for cultivation in open ground conditions, and due to its love for a lot of heat and ability to tolerate lack of moisture, it becomes an ideal choice for gardeners.
Warm southern regions that are perfect for growing this variety include:
- Astrakhan region;
- Krasnodar region;
- Crimea.
When cultivated in the middle zone, you can get a harvest, but it will not be as high quality and abundant as in the south. The variety becomes less resistant to the development of diseases and pests. These tomatoes tolerate elevated temperatures well.
Tomato King of the market is a very responsive crop. With regular feeding it responds with well-formed bushes and tasty fruits. The fertilizer that is used in relation to the King of the Market should be complex.
Stepsoning
As the bush grows, the formation of two stems should be expected. Pruning will help achieve the correct shape of the plant.
After the flowers appear on the first brush that has formed, the beginning of the appearance of 2 stepsons is noted. The most powerful of them grows directly under this brush. Stepchildren should be removed with a frequency of approximately once every 11 days.
The weather on the day of removal of the stepsons should be sunny and warm. It is advisable to carry out the manipulation in the morning or before lunch, in this case the wound will have time to heal, which will reduce the risk of infection getting into the broken area. To ensure healing occurs as quickly as possible, the breakage is sprinkled with charcoal or ash. Stepchildren should be removed by hand, breaking them off.
Plants should not be planted in the evening. Some summer residents even grow indeterminate varieties with two stems. But this is done only with a small number of bushes. Then the stepson should be left above the first brush, and subsequently tied separately and developed further.
Fruits collected from the King's Market can be stored for a long time at room temperature. If there is a need for transportation, you can be sure that the tomatoes will tolerate it well, which is why the King of the Market is one of the most favorite hybrid varieties of farmers in the southern part of Russia.
Diseases and pests
The queen of the market is a type of tomato that is resistant to various diseases, but can also suffer from infections. In the vast majority of cases, the bush suffers from diseases such as Alternaria.
To combat this, you can use drugs such as:
- Antracol;
- Tattoo;
- Consento.
Another problem that besets tomatoes of the described variety is bacterial spotting. If bushes suffering from the disease are found, they should be destroyed immediately; the remaining plants are urgently treated with Bordeaux mixture. Don’t forget about the soil, disinfection of which is the key to stopping the spread of the disease.
The king of the market is a variety that mainly grows in open ground. This has one drawback: it is difficult to control the emergence of pests that can destroy the plant. For example, among the frequently encountered “neighbors” of the tomato are mole crickets and slugs.
You can fight slugs using folk remedies. Preparing the solution is simple, as you need ingredients that are found in every home:
- hot peppers;
- dry mustard;
- water.
Having mixed all the components in equal proportions, you should water the area occupied by slugs at the rate of 1 tablespoon of solution per square meter.
You can also deal with a mole cricket. Careful weeding of tomato beds and treatment with a preparation called “Thunder” will help solve this problem.
There is a possibility that the bush will be infested by Colorado potato beetles. Fighting them is a common task for all gardeners.You can simplify the task by using the modern drug “Prestige”.
Plant feeding should be regular. The variety best accepts preparations containing copper and nitrogen. Following simple recommendations for caring for tomatoes will allow you to get bright, tasty tomatoes.
