Among gardeners there are many fans of the Siberian Garden agricultural company; many successful large-fruited varieties of Siberian selection are grown not only in Siberia, but also in the Moscow region. Tomato Lazyr is another successful work of Siberian breeders.
In temperate climates, this variety can be grown in open ground. In areas with short summers and frosts on the soil at the end of May, Lazyman tomatoes should be grown under temporary shelter or in a greenhouse.
Description
In terms of ripening time, the lazy tomato variety is early. The growing season lasts from 95 to 100 days.Already at the end of June you can harvest the first fruits if you plant the seedlings in a polycarbonate greenhouse in April.
The plant is low-growing with compact, weakly branching bushes up to 60 cm high. Lentyayka is a determinate, standard variety, which does not require removing the stepsons above the first raceme.
The description of the variety from the manufacturer guarantees resistance to a number of diseases:
- late blight;
- macrosporosis.
Thanks to good immunity and the absence of diseases, the yield is guaranteed to be high. One bush produces 4 kg of fruit. From 1 sq. m ridges, up to 20 kg of tomatoes are harvested with the recommended planting scheme - 6 plants per 1 sq. m. m.
Fruit
The fruits are large, weighing up to 300 g, some specimens weigh up to 500 g. The shape of the fruit is heart-shaped. The skin is smooth, bright red or crimson red. Medium density pulp. The taste characteristics are high, despite the presence of slight sourness.
Tomatoes store well, they can be picked green, and when ripened they acquire color and taste. Universal use:
- salads;
- juices;
- tomato paste;
- ketchup.
Advantages and disadvantages
A large-fruited tomato variety has all the advantages of a high-quality early tomato:
- strong immunity;
- high productivity;
- long-lasting, tasty, beautifully shaped fruits;
- transportability;
- the bush does not require formation;
- friendly formation of fruits;
- tolerates nighttime drops in temperature in spring.
The description of the Lazy Tomato will be incomplete without listing the problems that arise when growing Lazy Tomato:
- Need for strong support and garter of the hands.
- Reduced yields in hot, dry summers.
- To form high yields, you need fertile, loose soil with neutral acidity.
Sow seeds for seedlings
We prepare low (10-15 cm) boxes for seedlings. We fill them with purchased (more reliable) soil and water them. Preparing the seeds for planting. First we sort. Soak large seeds without defects for 15 minutes in a manganese solution; discard small and damaged ones.
We make shallow grooves and spread out the seeds. Scheme - 7 cm * 4 cm. Cover with humus mixed with soil, a layer of 1.5 cm. You will need cling film. It is convenient for her to close the seedling box, she allows light to pass through, and retains the necessary moisture in the soil.
25°C is the optimal air temperature in the room where the seedlings are located. When shoots appear, reduce the temperature to 18 °C. Plant the seedlings when two true leaves have formed.
After 50 days, the seedlings can be hardened. At the age of 55 days she is ready for transplantation. If you grow Lazy Tree in a greenhouse, you can plant seedlings after 45 days. Temper on the balcony, on the street or open the window at night. Night air temperature for hardening seedlings is 8°C.
Planting and care features
A week before planting, prepare the soil. Only on light, loose soil can a rich harvest be grown. Therefore, when digging, add humus, sand, and ash. In addition, add mineral fertilizers:
- Ammonium nitrate.
- Superphosphate.
- Potassium nitrate.
Follow the fertilizer dosage indicated on the packaging.
Planting scheme
Each variety, due to its characteristics, requires adherence to a specific pattern when forming planting holes. Since Lentyayka is a low-growing variety and the tomato bushes are compact, per 1 sq. m can accommodate up to 6 plants.
It is better to drive in the support pegs before planting the seedlings; the roots of the seedlings will be more intact. Transplant the seedlings from cups into holes, cover the roots with soil, and water. For better root formation, use “Kornevin”.Prepare the solution according to the instructions.
Feeding
Feed the tomato with fertilizers twice a season. The first time two weeks after the transplant. You can prepare a urea solution (1 tbsp per 10 liters of water). If you are categorically against chemicals, then use an infusion of herbs. Apply the second root feeding during flowering or ovary formation.
Reference. Nitrogen fertilizers are not used in the second half of summer. They lead to excessive formation of green mass and delayed fruiting.
Watering
You don’t have to water the tomatoes for 10 days after planting. Until the plant has taken root, moisture consumption is small. In the future, water generously once a week in cloudy weather, 2 times in hot weather.
Reviews
Tatiana, Novosibirsk
I always buy seeds of Siberian selection. I found out about the variety by reading reviews on the Internet. I liked that I didn’t have to trim the bushes. I grew it in open ground, at first under arcs. The variety pleased with its good yield and taste of fruits.
Ekaterina, Tambov
I liked the name and photo on the packaging. There is little time for care: children, work, summer vacation. The tomato harvest was good, despite my rare visits to the dacha. The appearance of the grown fruits and the description on the packaging coincided.
Galina, Tver
I planted this variety for the first time and did not regret it. The land at the dacha is good, the bushes have grown strong. The tomatoes formed together, I had to tie up the brushes to prevent the branches from breaking. The taste is decent for early tomatoes.
