Tomato Mars F1 deserves attention not only because of its good resistance to major diseases, but also due to its excellent taste and commercial qualities. The hybrid is grown mainly for fresh consumption. The variety is very unpretentious and requires standard care.
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Characteristics of the variety
Tomatoes of the Mars F1 variety are early ripening. The ripening period ranges from 94 to 100 days from the moment of emergence. Determinate, the bush is not very branched, the fruits begin to form above the 6th leaf. The height of the plant does not exceed 60 centimeters. The leaves are dark green in color, small, slightly corrugated.
The description of the fruit suggests that tomatoes of this variety are flat-round in shape, have a rich red color and are smooth when ripe. There are 4 – 5 seed nests. Tomatoes are small, weighing from 60 to 80 grams. The taste is excellent. Fruit composition:
- 4.5 – 5.5% dry matter;
- 3.4% sugar;
- 26 mg ascorbic acid;
- acidity is 0.5.
Those who planted this hybrid on an industrial scale noted the high yield. From one hectare you can collect from 176 to 403 quintals of high quality ripe tomatoes. In comparison with other similar varieties, this is a very good indicator.
Summer residents who grew Mars F1 tomatoes on the plot noted their good resistance not only to late blight, but also to blossom end rot. Positive qualities include the stable yield of the variety.
Features of cultivation
Anyone who has at least once planted hybrid varieties of tomatoes on a plot has managed to appreciate their advantages, but at the same time they have encountered certain problems. It is impossible to independently collect and prepare seed material from a hybrid; you have to buy new seeds every year. Even if you manage to get seedlings from your own preparations, you will have to forget about the initial characteristics of the mother plant. This also applies to tomatoes of the Mars F1 variety - a fact confirmed by numerous reviews of experimental summer residents.
Like most hybrids, these tomatoes provide the opportunity to get a high yield with minimal care. Among other things, the variety is resistant to aggressive environmental conditions and is little susceptible to pests and major diseases. But even these plantings require some protection and care.
Mars F1 tomatoes are not too picky in choosing soil, but they show the best results on fertile and light soil. They respond well to timely fertilizing and the application of organic fertilizers. Basic care consists of watering, loosening the soil and weed control.
As for watering, the main thing here is not to overdo it. The fruits of Mars F1 are resistant to cracking and tolerate transportation well, but excess moisture can cause the roots to rot, which will lead to the inevitable death of the bushes. Irrigation is carried out when the top layer of soil is sufficiently dry.
To prevent rapid evaporation of moisture and drying out of the soil, it is advisable to mulch it. In addition, used organic mulch, when rotted, will serve as an excellent fertilizer.
Mars F1 tomatoes have proven themselves to be excellent both for growing on private plots and on an industrial scale. Suitable for both fresh consumption and all types of preparations and processing. As evidenced by reviews from experienced gardeners, tomatoes tolerate transportation well over long distances without losing their marketable qualities.
