The Natalie tomato was the result of selection in Altai, thanks to the climatic conditions of which the variety has unique characteristics. Today, a new plant variety is included in the register of the West Siberian region and is intended for cultivation in open ground.
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The characteristics classify the variety of Siberian selection as a type of determinant plants with an average ripening period. Seeds are sold in standard paper bags, each of which is accompanied by a description and information about the characteristics of cultivation. The shoots reach a height of 100 to 110 cm and have small, dark green leaves. The bushes are characterized by an inflorescence of an intermediate type and have a stalk with an articulation.
Tomatoes can be used fresh, but reviews from gardeners indicate the excellent qualities of the product when canned. The fruits are ideal for use in whole fruit canning recipes.
Fruit characteristics
The fruits have a cylindrical shape and a beautiful appearance. The surface of the tomato is absolutely smooth, fruit defects are practically not observed. A distinctive feature is the rich, bright color of ripe tomatoes.
The average weight of one vegetable varies from 75 to 110 grams. The fruits have excellent taste characteristics and do not crack when fully ripe and when preserved.
Description of the advantages of the new tomato variety:
- good taste characteristics;
- ability for long-term storage while maintaining taste characteristics, which can last up to 20 days;
- maintaining aesthetics during transportation;
- quality of friendly maturation;
- ability to preserve taste during canning, high pickling qualities.
From one hectare, farms receive yields ranging from 180 to 360 centners of vegetables. The yield of fruits with proper presentation reaches 93%.
Features of cultivation and care
The recommended planting month is March-April. The time for sowing planting material for seedlings is determined so that 50 to 60 days pass before the planned planting in open ground. When planted in a permanent growing place, 1 m2 Place no more than 5 tomato bushes. The variety responds well to sufficient levels of watering, fertilizing with fertilizers and complex preparations.
Sowing is carried out according to traditional agricultural technology, for which the soil is prepared in advance.Manufacturers do processing during packaging, so no additional processing is required before work.
The shoots dive when the plant reaches 1 or 2 leaves. 10 days before the date of planned planting in open ground, seedlings are subjected to a hardening procedure. The recommended time for planting is from mid-May to early June. You can plant seedlings in open ground only after the threat of frost has completely passed. Planting is carried out according to a 50 by 60 cm pattern.
During the growing period, it is recommended to feed tomato bushes with complex preparations. The plant does not require special attention; care consists of periodic watering and fertilizing; for the growth of bushes, it is recommended to loosen the soil and carry out hilling.
