Tomato Amulet F1 is a worthy representative of mid-season hybrids. Its fruits have a universal purpose and taste at a high level. The variety is not too difficult to care for, is resistant to major diseases and deserves the right to settle in the beds of vegetable growers.
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Characteristics of the variety
The description says that the first harvest can be harvested 110 - 120 days after emergence. This makes it possible to classify the hybrid as a mid-season variety. The height of the bush reaches 68 centimeters, the foliage is average, determinate. The leaves are small and dark green in color.
The fruits of the Talisman variety, which is also popularly called Amulet, are shaped like an inverted egg. Very dense and smooth.When ripe they have a rich red color, and when unripe they are green. Tomatoes of this variety have 2–3 seed nests. The fruits are not too large, the weight of one varies from 85 to 98 grams. This allows them to be used in whole-fruit canning. Sugar content is 3.4% and dry matter is 5.6%.
Tomatoes of the Amulet variety, which is popularly called Talisman, are very productive. From one hectare it was possible to collect up to 586 centners of fruit.
It exhibits good resistance to the main diseases of nightshades, the tobacco mosaic virus. Fruit ripening is very smooth.
On the bushes they do not overripe or spoil for a long time, and they tolerate transportation well. The one who planted this hybrid on his plot was very pleased with the result and recommended it to everyone he knew. In addition, the tomato is excellent for growing on an industrial scale.
Features of cultivation
If you decide to grow Amulet tomatoes on your plot, you need to know some features. Seedlings are sown according to general rules, 2 months before the intended planting in open ground. The bushes are not very tall, so there is no need to tie them up.
If the region often experiences strong winds and bad weather, it is better to put up supports and tie the stems to them. When the ovary appears, the plant will not break under the weight of the fruit in a strong wind.
Reviews from experienced vegetable growers suggest that it is better to place a bed with tomatoes in the place where cucumbers, zucchini, cabbage, herbs or carrots - the best predecessors of nightshades - previously grew.
The characteristics of the variety indicate that the tomato is highly resistant to major diseases, but some preventive measures will help protect the future harvest.In particular, spraying with soap solution or Bordeaux mixture.
It is best to plant tomatoes in a well-lit place, but without direct sunlight. To prevent the soil from losing excess moisture and drying out too quickly, it is advisable to mulch it. Organic mulch will not only prevent excessive water loss in hot weather, but will also serve as an excellent natural fertilizer over time.
Severe waterlogging negatively affects the condition of tomatoes, as does a lack of water. In addition, it can lead to rotting of the root system and the development of fungal diseases.
The Amulet tomato variety has many more advantages than disadvantages, so more and more gardeners every year prefer them. Not only are they not demanding in care, they produce a good harvest and have excellent taste, but they also tolerate transportation well and can be stored for a long time without losing their commercial qualities.
