Tomatoes have long been the favorite plants in the garden beds of Russian gardeners. The Ivanhoe tomato is one of the popular varieties. The work of Dutch breeders is in demand outside of their homeland, due to the numerous advantages of the variety.
Basic information about tomatoes
The Ivanhoe f1 hybrid was bred for film greenhouses and greenhouses. Characteristics and external description of the variety:
- Early ripening, the ripening time of tomatoes is 3 months;
- Indeterminate;
- Tall, up to two meters in height;
- Moderately spreading;
- Medium foliage;
- Small leaves, light green in color;
- Developed root system;
- Powerful stems;
- High yield, up to 10 kilograms of berries are harvested per square meter of planting;
- Harmonious ripening of fruits;
- Resistant to most nightshade diseases;
- Unpretentiousness;
- Good keeping quality;
- Transportation over long distances is possible without loss of presentation.
Positive reviews from gardeners about the Ivanhoe tomato indicate the positive qualities of the fruit. The berries of this variety are different:
- Round shape;
- Medium size, with a maximum weight of up to 180 grams;
- Slight ribbing;
- Medium density;
- Bright red color, without inclusions when ripe;
- Multi-chamber;
- Juicy;
- Sweet taste, with slight sourness;
- Fragrant.
Thanks to its good transportability, the tomato is convenient for growing on an industrial scale and on farms. The berry is suitable for pickling and canning. The versatility of the variety allows the fruit to be processed into tomato products and consumed fresh.
Recommendations for cultivation
For the variety, the seedling planting method is preferred. Work begins at the end of March. To grow healthy seedlings you need:
- Prepare containers with universal soil for tomatoes;
- Planting seeds to a depth of 1-2 centimeters;
- Cover the containers with film until sprouts appear;
- Ensure the temperature in the room is from + 22 degrees;
- Regular watering with settled water, spraying with a spray bottle;
- Tying to a support;
- Place the seedlings in a well-lit place.
IMPORTANT! When the first permanent leaves appear, pick the tomato.
The plant loves space; it is recommended to plant no more than 4 bushes per 1 square meter of land. The unpretentiousness of the variety made it possible to obtain a good harvest even in the absence of serious experience in growing tomatoes. Mandatory care measures include:
- Loosening the soil;
- Water the tomato with warm water as needed;
- Feeding with complex mineral fertilizers 3 to 6 times during the growing season;
- Weeding the earth.
Opinions about the variety
Good day! This summer I tried a new variety for myself - Ivanhoe. For cultivation, a high greenhouse or film shelter is required. The tomato is tall, the bush grows up to 2 meters. The plant is resistant to most diseases and does not require special care. The yield is decent; I got up to three kilograms of berries from the bush. The taste is excellent.
Anastasia Kirillovna, 55 years old.
I advise all lovers of early varieties to try Ivanhoe. The fruits can be harvested within 90 days after planting the seeds. Tomato prefers the classic - seedling method of planting. Loves feeding and needs a garter. The berries are sweet, medium in size - weighing no more than 180 grams. The fruit is suitable for salads and winter preparations. I recommend!
Valentina Denisova, 56 years old.
