A mid-early variety, the “Krasavchik” tomato, occupies a certain place in the choice of many summer residents. Famous for its productivity and unpretentiousness.
What is the variety
The characteristics of a tomato help in choosing the necessary species for growing on the site.
Plant:
- Bush: indeterminate.
- Height: 1.5–2 m.
- Inflorescence: simple.
- Number of tomatoes per brush: 8–12 pcs.
- Terms of ripening. 105–115 days, from the moment of emergence.
Fetus:
- Shape: cylindrical.
- Weight: 50–90 g.
- Color: red.
- Density: high.
- Number of cameras: 2–3 pcs.
- Taste: sweet.
- Transportability: high.
- Shelf life: 2–3 weeks.
Planting and care
Suitable for growing in open ground and in greenhouses. Caring for the plant has no special features. “Krasavchik” tomatoes should be grown in the same way as any other variety. Seedlings are planted 1.5–2 months before planting in the ground. The timing is calculated depending on the growing region.
Picking a plant at the stage of appearance of the second full leaf.
Hardening of seedlings is a mandatory process; this will reduce the degree of stress when transplanting into open ground. This is usually done 1–2 weeks before transplantation to a permanent location.
Those who have planted “Krasavchik” tomatoes recommend forming it into one stem. Be sure to remove the stepsons, a garter to the support is required.
When 6 brushes are formed, the growth point should be removed. Leaving 2 sheets above the last brush.
Watering with warm water after sunset, loosening and weeding are mandatory agricultural practices designed to increase the level of yield. Feeding 2-3 times per season. Plant tomatoes at a distance of 50–60 cm from each other.
Disease susceptibility
Tomatoes are resistant to most diseases. Such as:
- Cladosporiosis.
- Mosaic.
- Fusarium.
Harvest volume and application
The productivity of planted tomatoes is very high. When performing all agricultural techniques, you can get up to 7 kg from one plant. The plant’s ability to bear fruit regardless of bad weather conditions makes it indispensable for some regions.
The application is very diverse. Tomatoes go with everything. Most of all, summer residents use them for whole-fruit canning.
Great for salads and fresh consumption.Many people use them to prepare tomato paste, lecho and other types of winter preparations.
Positive and negative aspects of the species
Tomato “Krasavchik” f1, like other tomato varieties, has strengths and weaknesses.
Pros:
- Resistant to diseases.
- High-yielding.
- Unpretentious, capable of forming ovaries under unfavorable weather conditions.
- Excellent transportability over long distances.
- Has a good presentation.
- The fruits do not crack.
Minuses:
- Difficulties in propagating seeds on your own. Hybrid varieties do not produce a harvest in the second year.
- Bush formation is required.
Gardeners' opinions regarding the species
Reviews about the productivity of the “Krasavchik” tomato will give complete information about the variety and whether it is worth growing it on the plot.
- Basil. I planted it on my plot, in general it is not bad, but the yield is low compared to other varieties.
- Isabel. Marks “Krasavchik” tomatoes as the most delicious, smooth and beautiful. Will definitely grow more as the description was true. They are very good for harvesting in winter.
- Rosa Veniaminovna. In one small plot he plants many different varieties of tomatoes. But it’s “Handsome Men” that I like. He loves them for their taste and long shelf life.
- Natalia. I read the reviews of those who planted tomatoes and liked the description. I planted several bushes to try and was pleased with the harvest. Will definitely grow more.
The wide variety of tomato species creates competition. Many varieties, like “Krasavchik,” are gaining a positive reputation and recommendations from experienced summer residents for their positive characteristics. As a result, they come to the top of the list of must-grow species.
