The Pink Cheeks tomato was developed relatively recently. But in a short period of time he managed to win the hearts of gourmets.
Description and characteristics of tomatoes
Refers to mid-early tomato varieties. The description of the variety should begin with the fact that the fruits are universal. Great for any type of use.
Plant:
- Bush: determinate.
- Height: 70–90 cm in open ground, 140–160 cm in a greenhouse.
- The first inflorescence is above the 6-8 leaf.
- The brushes contain 3-5 tomatoes.
Fruit:
- Shape: flat-round.
- Weight: 200-350 gr.
- Color: raspberry pink.
- Pulp: medium-dry, dense.
- There are many cameras.
- Transportability: excellent.
- Shelf life: long time.
Growing tomatoes
Seeds are planted in the first ten days of March. Pink cheek tomatoes are very thermophilic, so you need to take into account the weather conditions of the region.
To grow seedlings, a pot measuring 10 * 10 cm is used. It is filled with a nutrient mixture: soil, compost, humus in equal parts. The seeds are treated with manganese. Afterwards, be sure to rinse with clean water and sprinkle with earth. The seedlings sprout after the appearance of 2 leaves. Before planting in the ground, it is necessary to fertilize with fertilizer 2-3 times.
Be sure to pluck the tomato bush after the appearance of the second full leaf.
Tomatoes should be planted in the ground 55-60 days after germination. Around May 10th. Harden off the seedlings about a week in advance. It is necessary to take the plants outside for 2-3 hours, into fresh air.
The planting site should be well lit by the sun and protected from the wind. Plant at a distance of 50 cm, that is, 4 plants per 1 m2.
Those who want to get an earlier tomato harvest should plant seedlings in the ground in early May. Cover it with film until warm weather sets in.
Tomatoes of the “Rosy Cheeks” variety grow well and produce crops both tied and without a garter. Tomato feels best in loamy soil.
Disease susceptibility
The description of “Rosy Cheeks” tomatoes states that they are not susceptible to virtually any diseases. What is the peculiarity of this type of tomato?Proper cultivation, stable watering and compliance with simple requirements make it possible to grow a rich harvest.
Tomatoes "Rosy cheeks" are resistant to the following diseases:
- Fusarium.
- Alternaria blight.
- Verticillium wilt.
Tomato is not susceptible to late blight because it ripens before its active development in the areas.
Pros and cons of tomatoes
The peculiarities of this type of tomato are that it does not have negative characteristics. That is, its cultivation will only be a plus for any person. But at the same time, it has many advantages:
- Large-fruited and early ripening.
- Very tasty, retains its presentation for a long time.
- Perfectly tolerates transportation over long distances.
- High yield volume.
- Tomatoes do not crack.
- Universal to use.
- Not susceptible to diseases.
- If you wish, you can collect the seeds and grow them yourself, since the tomatoes are varietal.
The characteristics of a tomato presuppose complete satisfaction with the resulting harvest. It is only important to fulfill all the necessary requirements and the result will please everyone.
Harvest volumes
Tomatoes Pink cheeks are a high-yielding variety. Abundant fruiting is possible if simple requirements of agricultural technology, watering, loosening and fertilization are met. Productivity from 1 m2 makes up to 6 kg of tomato.
Gardeners' opinion
Thanks to the reviews of summer residents, those who planted tomatoes, we can conclude whether it is worth spending time on growing the “Rosy Cheeks” variety.
Reviews:
- Frida. He advises everyone to grow tomatoes on their own plots. She really liked the variety and considers it salad. Will definitely plant in the future.
- Lolla. I immediately took a large number of seeds to plant on my rather large plot. I didn’t regret my choice at all. All liked it.
- Anfisa. I am very pleased with the delicious tomatoes. But what I liked most was that the tomatoes reached the city without damage.
- NN I planted it before, but didn’t form a bush. I like the fact that it ripens early. He believes that with proper care the stated description would definitely be confirmed.
- Galina. I bought it for planting in a greenhouse. The quick and friendly shoots pleased the tomato lover. He recommends watering the plant thoroughly and in a timely manner, as it grows very quickly.
- Sergey. The tomatoes were not impressive. Didn't plant anymore.
- Maria. We grew several bushes, the description was confirmed. I was satisfied with the results. Next year he plans to plant more plants.
It is not easy to grow a good harvest on your plot, but if you follow simple requirements, the plants will definitely repay you with high yield volumes.
