Characteristics and description of the Viagra tomato variety, their yield

The mid-season tomato Viagra was developed in 2008 in Russia. It is a tall variety grown in greenhouses. In open ground, tomatoes grow and bear fruit only in the southern regions. Because it does not tolerate large temperature changes.

The tomato got its name due to the presence of an aphrodisiac in its composition. The creators of the variety claim that it is able to prolong youth. Thanks to leucopene, which is contained in tomatoes, and has a rejuvenating effect.

Features of this type of tomato

The characteristics and description of the tomato variety show that it is not whimsical.

Plant:

• The height of a tomato is up to 2 m, if the growing points are not removed.
• The tomato rhizome grows 50 cm wide without going deep.
• The leaves of the plant are no different from ordinary tomatoes.
• The inflorescence is simple. The first one grows over 10 leaves, each subsequent one grows over 2 leaves. From one such inflorescence up to 8 fruits grow.

It is recommended to leave 8 brushes and remove the growth point. This will give more energy to the growth and ripening of the remaining tomatoes. Stepsons should be taken once every 2 weeks.

Description of fruits:

1. Shape: round, flattened at the top and bottom.
2. Size: from 5 to 7 cm.
3. Weight: from 90 to 110 g.
4. The skin is thin, smooth, dense.
5. Color:
   1. unripe light green tomato;
   2. ripe tomato is red-brown to brown;
6. The pulp is dark red, juicy, fleshy.
7. The seeds are located inside in 4 chambers, in large quantities.
8. Shelf life is long.
9. The fruits tolerate transportation well.

The content of a substance in a ripe tomato that gives it a dark color helps remove cancer cells and prevents the development of other equally serious diseases.

Tomato harvest volumes

The productivity of tomatoes directly depends on proper care and timely picking and pinching. On average, from 1 m² you can get 10 kg, in some cases up to 7 kg from one bush. According to numerous positive reviews, gardeners are satisfied with the plant’s yields.

It must be tied to supports or trellis. This will help the bush to withstand the weight of ripe tomatoes without damage.

Positive and negative sides

The advantages of this type include the following points:

1. High percentage of yield.
2. Good transportability.
3. The ripening period is about 120 days from the moment the sprout appears.
4. The taste is excellent.
5. Resistant to most diseases.

Like all plants there are disadvantages:

1. The color of the fruit raises doubts. Many people neglect it because it is very similar to a spoiled tomato.
2. Most often it is not suitable for growing in open ground.
3. The skin of the fruit is thick.
4. Ripe tomatoes are cracking.

How to grow it correctly

Tomatoes begin to be sown in late March or early April. The soil is warmed up and disinfected in advance. The seeds themselves are treated with special preparations for disinfection. Diving is carried out after the full formation of 2 leaves. Water as needed.

Before planting tomatoes in a greenhouse, it is necessary to harden the plant. This process begins 2-3 weeks before planting in the greenhouse. By the end of spring, they are planted in a greenhouse at a distance of 50-60 cm. That is, the planting norm is two plants per 1 m².

Diseases

Viagra tomatoes are resistant to many diseases. Treatment is carried out at the very beginning, by introducing preparations into the soil, or by treating the seeds.

It is best to treat before the disease begins to develop. If the bush is damaged by late blight, treat it with copper sulfate.

Tomatoes are practically not damaged by diseases such as leaf mold (cladosporiosis) and tobacco mosaic.

Application and suitability of the species

They are most often used for fresh preparation in salads, or for decorating the holiday table. They are not suitable for conservation; this conclusion is made on the basis of available reviews from those who planted them on their site. The hard shell maintains external integrity, but inside everything turns to mush.Many housewives use it to prepare sauces and adjika.

Opinion of people who grew Viagra tomato on the plot

Tomatoes have been grown in dachas for a very long time, and with the advent of new varieties, many lovers are eager to buy and try them. The reviews are mostly positive. But there are also dissatisfied consumers. It all depends on the preferences and expectations of everyone who tried to plant them on their site.

Reviews:

• Natalia. Her opinion is that the tomato is suitable for canning, but the taste is no different from other varieties. It will be planted next year solely because of the high yield. The taste is mediocre.
• Novel. I didn't like the tomatoes. He says that the fruits grow together and have a normal taste.
• Summer (as the author of the review signed herself). He recommends planting tomatoes, but be sure to form them into one trunk. She says that she planted them in a greenhouse and open ground. There is no difference. I really liked the taste of a ripe tomato, but I don’t like the skin being too thick.
• Oksana. I am delighted with everything, I like the taste of tomatoes, the abundant harvests and definitely plan to grow them in the future.
• Olesya. We liked the fact that the tomatoes were ripe by the end of July. Overall only positive impressions.
• Svetlana writes: “We grow them in a greenhouse, the fruits are fragrant and tasty. There are a lot of ovaries, the yield is high"
• Olga. Dissatisfied with the fact that the fruits are small, the skin is rough and there are a lot of seeds.

The development of new tomato varieties gives many gardeners the opportunity to add variety to the assortment they grow. And a large selection of different types will not leave anyone behind, taking into account taste preferences. Having a dark-colored tomato on your plot can surprise and please all your friends and loved ones.