The young, innovative Big Momma tomato has recently appeared on the menu of agricultural enthusiasts. Russian breeders never cease to delight with new varieties of tomatoes, which surprisingly quickly take root in summer cottages or private gardens. Every season there is an opportunity to test different types of crops, draw your own conclusions and taste the interesting creations of specialists.
Characteristic
The original name reveals the properties of the culture:
- The bush is low, no more than 60 cm.
- Branching is standard, no more than three branches.
- Large, slightly oblong in shape with slightly prominent ribs.
- High yield.
- Transports well and is stored for a long time.
- It has a pleasant sweetish taste.
- The weight of the fetus can reach 250 - 300 grams.
The unique features of this crop have made it a favorite among vegetable growers. Standard seedling growing, planting and care conditions are suitable for most areas.
Long-term storage of fruits will certainly appeal to most housewives. Outstanding yield - up to 7 kg of juicy fruits are harvested from one square meter. The fruit is large, a large number of ovaries are formed on the bush.
Periods of growth
When growing the plant, there are slight differences between other varieties. For someone who has been planting tomatoes for many years, it will not be difficult to organize a detailed farming plan. Seeds are planted two months before the planned planting of seedlings in open ground.
For the preparation of seeds and the growing process, we will provide a detailed description:
- We first disinfect the seeds with a weak solution of potassium permanganate or copper sulfate.
- Place on a damp cotton cloth at a distance of 1.5 - 2 cm. Cover the seeds and maintain the required humidity.
- Comfortable temperature for seeds, seedlings or an adult plant is in the range of 18 – 23 degrees.
- For experienced gardeners, it will not be difficult to determine the time of planting seeds. The sprouts become elastic and have accumulated enough strength for explosive growth. Their length can reach one and a half centimeters.
- Now you can start planting seeds and growing seedlings. At least 60 days will pass until the seedlings are ready for planting in open ground.
- Begin hardening off plants at least two weeks before final transplanting. You can start with half an hour and gradually increase the ventilation time to two hours.
- At a pre-planned time, you can plant the seedlings in open ground. It is best to transplant a plant in the evening. The sun at sunset will not damage the delicate foliage, and minimal damage will be caused to the crop. After transplanting, be sure to water the plant.
- For several days the bush will get used to the new environment and will require increased attention. Provide daily watering in the evening or morning.
Many vegetable growers have grown excellent crops using grandma's old secret. After planting the seedlings, they are covered with pre-prepared caps with an open top: this protects the plant from the effects of unfavorable factors such as wind, rain or intense sunlight. After the seedlings adapt to new conditions, the caps are removed. Ordinary metal buckets with an open top can be used as protective caps.
After the plant has become stronger, you can tie up the stems as they grow. According to the description, the Big Momma tomato has rather heavy fruits that sag under their own weight and can come into contact with the ground. To avoid the occurrence of fungal diseases, this should not be allowed.
This variety is determinant and does not require adjustment of the bush. It usually forms three branches and grows up to 60 cm in height. The plant grows itself and simplifies the work of the gardener.
The characteristics and description of the Big Momma tomato variety say that the crop has a powerful rhizome and is adapted for life and development in extreme climatic conditions. It adapts well after transplantation and intensively develops the root system, which subsequently facilitates watering.
It is recommended to plant the plant not too high - many gardeners direct the roots of Big Momma tomato seedlings in the direction of the planned watering. A trellis is laid on the other side, to which the plant is tied as it grows. You can use arc-shaped racks, on which, if necessary, stretch polyethylene film. They perform a double function - you can tie tomatoes to them.
Each inflorescence of the Big Momma tomato variety can grow up to six crescent-shaped fruits. Outdoors, their weight may not be as large as in tomatoes grown in greenhouse conditions.
Having grown tomatoes, you can stock up on seeds for the future. Your own seed will be useful next season. According to the characteristics of the Big Momma tomato, the seeds do not differ from other varieties. In the dense small chambers of tomatoes you can find a sufficient number of grains. It is necessary to carefully remove them, dry them and put them aside for next year. Can be stored in a dry, cool place.
Positive traits
Tomatoes are stored for a long time, some specimens survive until the new year. It is enough to observe certain conditions of transportation and storage. Unripe fruits should be placed in a cool, dark place. In September it is already quite cool, and there is a risk of losing the remaining harvest. The green tomatoes remaining in the garden are picked and stored in the basement.
Easy to transport. The path from the summer cottage to the garage or apartment will not even be noticed.
In addition to vitamins and microelements, tomatoes contain lycopene, a very strong antioxidant. Promotes rejuvenation of the body by finding and destroying cancer cells.You can prepare a lot of delicious tomato juice and drink it every day to prevent cancer.
This variety has a great future: reviews from gardeners about the Big Momma tomato speak of the promising future of this crop. Growing such tomatoes on your plot means getting a guaranteed high, transportable harvest. Long storage time and virtually no diseases only add love and attention to this variety of tomatoes.
