With the onset of spring, the “hot” season begins for summer residents; it is necessary to prepare in advance for the start of agricultural work. The Polbig tomato is suitable for those gardeners who want to get early tomatoes from their summer cottage.
Description of the tomato variety "Polbig"
Polbig is a hybrid variety that was bred by Dutch breeders. Refers to early ripening nightshade crops. From the appearance of the first shoots to the ripening of the crop, about 95-115 days pass. Perfect for growing both in open ground and in a greenhouse. The height of the bushes can reach up to 65 -85 cm. It tolerates cold weather well.
Polbig F1 tomatoes are classified as determinants (low-growing varieties). It is characterized by high resistance to various diseases, especially fusarium, alternaria, and verticillium. Due to the fact that the hybrid is an early ripening hybrid, it is not affected by late blight.
Another important characteristic of the hybrid is its good preservation during long-term transportation. The skin is quite dense and does not crack. If a gardener sells his vegetables, then it is best to give preference to the Polbig hybrid.
If you follow all the rules of agricultural technology, the yield of this variety will be quite high. The main advantage of the hybrid is that even at low temperatures it is capable of producing a large number of ovaries. This quality makes the hybrid one of the most attractive for cultivation in the northern regions.
Characteristics of the Polbig tomato
Reviews on various thematic forums for this variety dedicated to gardening are mostly positive. What many gardeners like about this hybrid is that already in mid-July you can find blushing tomatoes on the bushes.
Description of the variety:
- High yield;
- The bushes are quite compact, not branched;
- From one bush you can collect from 3.5 to 4.5 kg of ripe fruits;
- The leaves are quite large, dark green in color;
- As the bushes grow, they need to be tied up;
- Requires stepsoning;
- The inflorescence of the Polbig tomato is classified as simple;
- Unripe fruits are light green in color;
- As tomatoes ripen, they acquire a rich red color, without green spots;
- The surface of the skin is smooth, slightly ribbed;
- The shape of the fruit is round;
- The weight of ripe tomatoes can reach up to 210 g (in greenhouse conditions - 110 g);
- The pulp is dense, aromatic, quite dense;
- Perfect for making sauces, lecho and various salads;
- Characterized by high resistance to the development of common diseases;
- Due to its early ripening, the variety is one of the first to appear on shelves and the market.
Advantages and disadvantages of the Polbig hybrid
Before buying vegetable seeds, you need to study all the advantages and disadvantages of the varieties.
Advantages:
- Precocity;
- Ovaries can form even at low outside temperatures;
- Refers to highly resistant varieties, especially Fusarium, Alternaria, and Verticillium;
- Due to their thick skin, ripe tomatoes do not crack;
- Seedlings can be planted even in northern regions;
- Well preserved during transportation.
Flaws:
- Due to the fact that the hybrid is an early ripening tomato, the taste is mediocre;
- The bushes need to be tied up so that the stems do not break under the weight of the tomatoes;
- Requires stepsoning.
Despite the fact that this variety of nightshade has many advantages, ripe tomatoes do not taste very pleasant. They are not suitable for fresh consumption; it is better to use them for preparing tomato juices or canning.
Features of growing in open ground
Growing the Polbig hybrid is not particularly difficult.
Recommendations for growing seedlings:
- Planting material must be grown in small containers, having previously filled them with a mixture of peat and soil;
- After several leaves appear on the bushes, they need to be picked;
- Before planting seedlings in open ground, it is recommended to harden them;
- To plant seedlings, it is advisable to choose areas where zucchini, cauliflower, cucumbers, carrots or dill previously grew.
Seeds should be planted in late March - early April. After two months, the seedlings can be planted in open ground. The distance between the bushes should be approximately 35-50 cm. At first the bushes will be very weak; to accelerate their growth, they must be watered with the preparation “Kemira” or “Solution”.
Also, in order for the seedlings to grow faster, superphosphate must be added to the soil before planting the seedlings. Plant the bushes in the soil and water them generously with warm water. It is advisable to cover the seedlings at night until the temperature reaches above zero.
