Characteristics and description of the tomato variety Volgograd early ripening 323, its yield

The Volgograd early ripening tomato was bred a long time ago, but is still popular. A large number of fruits ripen early.

Basic information about the variety

Description of the variety and its appearance:

• belongs to the determinant group and does not require removal of the top to stop growth;
• the stem is strong, thick and stretches to a maximum of 45 cm in height, so there is no need to waste time establishing a support for the garter;
• many side branches with lots of foliage;
• the root system does not go deep, but branches out to the sides;
• leaves are light green in color, smooth to the touch;
• the plant belongs to early varieties, the formation and ripening of fruits occurs after 105 days.

Tomato Volgogradsky 323 is suitable for growing in greenhouse conditions or in open beds.

Characteristics of the appearance and taste of tomato fruits:

• the shape of the fruit is round, slightly flattened near the stalk and at the opposite base;
• as they ripen, the color changes from green to yellow; ripe tomatoes have a pink-scarlet color with an orange tint;
• the weight of one fruit can reach 80 g;
• the skin is thin, but dense and can protect against cracking;
• the inside is fleshy, juicy;
• They can withstand transportation and are stored well and for a long time.

Tomatoes taste sweet with a slight pleasant sourness, with a high content of vitamins. You can use them to make juices, sauces, winter preparations, and add them to salads.

The variety was developed in the Volgograd region by crossing two varieties: Local and Bush Beefstek. Cultivation is possible in all territories of Russia; the climate of the Central, Volgograd, and Lower Volga districts is best suited.

Positive sides

Volgograd tomatoes are distinguished by high productivity. From the bushes you can collect up to 6 kg of tomatoes, which begin to ripen at the same time. But the list of advantages of the species can be continued:

• an early-ripening variety will allow you to harvest within three months after planting the seeds;
• the size of the fruits is the same and ripen almost simultaneously, which affects the presentation;
• the berries taste sweet with a pleasant aroma;
• the variety is unpretentious to the composition of the soil;
• does not rot;
• has high resistance to disease.

The only drawback of tomatoes, which is noted in numerous reviews, is poor heat tolerance. The number of ovaries decreases, and isolated cases of the disease are observed.

Since the plant is early ripening, the fruits have time to ripen before the widespread spread of diseases. If the preconditions for diseases still arise, you need to spray with drugs or formulations made from natural ingredients. Wood ash and herbal infusions are popular.

Conditions for development

Growing begins with the correct selection of seeds. For sowing, you need to select only large and dense grains. After selection, they need to be kept for about two hours in a weak solution of potassium permanganate. Many experienced vegetable growers soak the seeds and germinate them. Growth stimulants can be used as impregnation.

The soil must be fertile, with a low acidity level. It is best to plant grains in mid-March. Furrows are made in a container with soil at a distance of 2 cm. Then, holes about 1.5 cm deep are made in each furrow, into which the seeds are planted. After this, you need to water and cover with film.

As soon as all the sprouts appear, the film is removed and moved to a well-lit place. After unfolding the two leaves, a picking procedure is carried out and transplanted into separate cups.

There is no need to allow a dry crust to appear, so you need to water the soil regularly. When watering, avoid getting water on the leaves. Don't forget about applying fertilizers.

Growing seedlings can continue in a greenhouse or in open beds. The best place is where cabbage or onions used to grow. The soil has been dug up since the fall and fertilizers have been applied.

In the spring, depressions are made in the beds at a distance of 40 cm, which will be equal to the size of the root system with a lump of earth. Before planting, it is recommended to add phosphorus and nitrogen fertilizers, which the Volgogradets tomato loves so much, to the holes before planting.To prevent rotting, you can add wood ash to the holes.

Further cultivation does not require much time and expense. Water it quite rarely, but abundantly, loosen the rows and weed out weeds. Since the variety is early, during the entire growing season it has enough nutritional components that were added before planting. Fertilizing is only needed if the summer is cold or the appearance of the plants has changed.

It is useful to mulch the soil where tomatoes grow. Hay, sawdust, and chopped grass are suitable as mulch. An additional layer will prevent moisture from quickly evaporating, retain heat, get rid of weeds and reduce the likelihood of disease.

Variety of varieties

Relatively recently, Volgograd pink tomatoes appeared in the family of Volgograd residents. They are the earliest representatives of this group of tomatoes. After 85-90 days, the first harvest ripens.

The description of the plant includes the following characteristics:

• strong, stable stem reaches a height of 60 cm;
• leaves with a smooth surface are dark green in color;
• fruit weight can reach 120 g;
• rounded-smooth shape with ribbing near the stalk;
• the flesh is fleshy, dense;
• The skin is thin, but can protect against cracking.

The tomato variety has a high yield and is resistant to major common diseases. The fruits ripen quickly and at the same time and are stored for a long time.

Seeds for seedlings begin to be sown at the end of March. It is recommended to treat the seeds with disinfectant solutions and growth stimulants. It is recommended to fertilize the soil for seedlings with superphosphate and wood ash.

Planting of grown seedlings is carried out at the end of May, beginning of June. Furrows are made on the prepared soil, the distance between which is 60 cm.In each furrow, depressions are made at a distance of 25 cm.

Care involves timely watering, loosening, weeding and fertilizing.

The emergence of difficulties

Growing tomatoes is not difficult. But sometimes the Volgograd variety can cause some trouble.

1. Don't overdo it with watering. Wetting the soil daily can lead to the development of a fungal disease. The blackleg disease, which is common among tomatoes, can destroy the entire crop, therefore, it is necessary to spray the plants with fungicides in time.
2. If you sow seeds too early, you may experience stretching of seedlings. The problem is caused by cramped containers and lack of light. Planting it in a permanent place can save the situation.
3. It happens that a seedling breaks. Don't throw it away right away. It is worth separating the bad roots and planting the plant in a glass of water for several days. The field of this sprout can be returned to the ground again.
4. When the air temperature is hot or during long rainy days, the plant stops developing and becomes susceptible to disease.

The Volgograd tomato pleases with a high yield. If you familiarize yourself with all the features of growing and caring for a plant, you can avoid mistakes and invest a minimum of effort.