Tomato "Aquarelle" is a mid-early, productive, determinate tomato. Developed by Siberian breeders and recommended for cultivation in open ground and in various types of film shelters.
The period from sowing seeds into the soil until the ripening of the first fruits is 100-115 days, depending on the region and temperature indicators.
Description of the plant
The stem of the “Aquarelle” tomato bush is powerful, stable, the leaves are green and of regular shape. This variety does not require mandatory tying to a support, as well as the removal of stepsons. However, it is recommended to make supports to avoid contact of the fruit with the soil.
The first ovary appears after 4 leaves. During the season it can produce about 8 bunches of tomatoes. Each cluster has 6 fruits of the same size and shape.
Fruit characteristics
The fruits of “Aquarelle” are plum-shaped, round, bright red, very dense, and sugary. On the barrels of the fruit, closer to the stalk, there may be a speck of a yellowish tint, which is a varietal feature. Inside there are 2 chambers with a small number of small seeds. They are easily torn from a bush without a stalk, which allows them to be collected by machine.
The weight of one fruit of these tomatoes, depending on growing conditions, ranges from 50 to 120 grams. The average length of one fruit is 5-6 cm.
Taste and technical characteristics
"Akvarel" has a good taste and aroma. The dense, fleshy consistency allows you to obtain high-quality tomato paste during factory processing. The thick skin retains a pleasant taste and firmly holds the shape of the fruit.
These tomatoes look very beautiful in jars. Aquarelle tomatoes received good reviews for their sugary pulp. Sauces, pasta and ketchup are made from these tomatoes and are tasty and beautiful.
The “Aquarelle” tomato variety is easy to transport and store. After being removed from the root, unripe tomatoes can be stored for up to 1 month in a cool place.
Features of caring for the variety
“Aquarelle” tomatoes were specially adapted by the developers of this variety for growing in open ground. An unpretentious, cold-resistant tomato, suitable for industrial cultivation in vegetable farms. The yield of this tomato variety is about 8 kg per 1 m2.
- Direct sowing of tomatoes of this variety in the ground is also recommended, however, the growing season of the plant is lengthened, and under such conditions it is impossible to obtain an early harvest.Aquarelle seeds are sown 6-8 weeks from the last expected frost date in the region. Sowing is carried out in illuminated warm rooms, heated greenhouses or greenhouses. Optimal germination of sprouts occurs after 7 days, at a constant humidity of 60-70%, and a soil temperature of 22-23 degrees.
- An important point for obtaining healthy and fertile tomato seedlings is the optimal combination of humidity and temperature. Watering is carried out every 10-12 days, but more often is possible. The temperature characteristics of the soil during irrigation should be no higher than 24 degrees, and the optimal water temperature is 20 degrees.
- Planting of ready-made tomato seedlings is carried out according to the 50 x 40 cm scheme, 3-4 plant bushes per 1 m2. It is possible to plant up to 5 bushes per 1 m2.
- Proper and timely application of fertilizers, mulching, loosening the soil on the plot of land chosen for planting is an integral part and the key to the profit of the farm.
