Tomatoes with different ripening periods complement each other perfectly. Early ripening varieties include the now classic Early 83 tomato, created back in the Soviet years for the southern regions of Russia. It has all the characteristic features of varieties capable of producing high, fast yields when grown outdoors. Reviews speak of its reliability and ability to withstand numerous diseases.
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Characteristics of the variety
The variety has proven itself well over many years as a crop for vegetable farms and cultivation in garden plots.
This is what the characteristics and description of the Early 83 tomato variety look like:
- heat-loving variety, zoned for the territories of southern Russia, Kazakhstan, Moldova, Ukraine, the North Caucasus;
- ripening periods range from 95 to 105 days, depending on natural factors, refers to early ripening tomatoes;
- when grown under film covers or in greenhouses, the plant feels good and demonstrates higher productivity;
- a plant with limited growth, medium foliage, with a bush height of 40-60 cm;
- during the growing season, tomatoes form 4-5 clusters with 6-8 fruits, the weight of which is in the range of 80-100 g;
- the yield in open ground is 7.5-8 kg per square meter. m area;
- fruits are flat-round, regular in shape with slight ribbing at the base, red in color;
- the tomato pulp is juicy, but quite dense, the taste is sweet and sour, rated as good;
- the variety is not afraid of transportation and is well stored;
- tomatoes are suitable for preparing fresh salads, tomato juice, purees, marinades and pickles;
- The advantages of the variety include high genetic resistance to a number of diseases, including late blight.
The value of the variety lies in its ability to produce a consistent, one-time harvest earlier than other tomatoes. The fruits have good consumer characteristics, are transportable and store well.
Agricultural technology and care
In the conditions of the middle zone, tomatoes of the Early 83 variety grow successfully under film covers and in greenhouses of various formats, as a seal for tall tomatoes. They are grown by seedlings in cold, short summer conditions.
In regions with warm climates, this tomato variety is easy to care for. Seeds are sown directly into the ground. This method saves labor and time on growing seedlings, picking, and the survival of plants in a new place.
- With the seedling method, tomato seeds are sown in the third ten days of March or early April. The seeds are germinated at a temperature of 25 degrees, after placing them on lightly compacted soil under a 1 cm layer of peat mulch or soil mixture. It is recommended to pour the top layer with warm water through a sieve and cover with plastic wrap.
- With the emergence of seedlings, the film is removed and the seedlings are transferred closer to the light with an air temperature of 15-16 degrees for a period of 5-7 days. The optimal temperature for further growth and full development of seedlings should be maintained at about 20-22 degrees.
- Plants with the appearance of 2 permanent leaves are planted in separate cups or boxes, according to a 10 x 10 cm pattern. Caring for seedlings consists of timely moistening the soil and maintaining light and temperature conditions.
- The seedlings are transplanted to a permanent place at the age of 60-65 days. By this time the bushes should have 5-6 permanent leaves and at least one flower cluster. Planting pattern 50 x 40 cm. Low bushes do not need support.
- With the appearance of 4-5 brushes, the plant limits its growth on its own; there is no need to form a bush. But for faster fruit ripening, newly appearing side shoots should be removed several times a season. They pose serious competition, drawing moisture and nutrients to themselves.
- Care consists of keeping the soil moist, regular weeding, and hilling the bush. Loosening should be done after watering around the plant and between the rows. Feed as needed, up to three times during the growing season.
The tomato variety was registered in 1967 and over such a significant period has been tested in the fields of vegetable farms and private garden plots.Anyone who has planted early-ripening tomatoes knows how much joy the first, long-awaited fruits bring.
Proven varieties with an excellent reputation must be present on our sites. After all, they guarantee a harvest and rarely fail even in difficult weather conditions. You can prepare “Early 83” tomato seeds yourself, because they do not lose their germination for a fairly long period, about 5-6 years. Low-growing determinate tomatoes with such powerful disease protection will require minimal care.
