Agrotechnics of growing Verlioka tomato for a greenhouse and open ground
In one children's fairy tale, a tomato was awarded the title of "Signor", which indicates its popularity and importance in cooking. The simple agrotechnics of Verliok's tomato will help novice gardeners grow a stately product in the country. The variety appeared thanks to the painstaking work of Russian breeders. It is mainly intended for greenhouses and greenhouses. However, residents of the southern regions successfully grow vegetables in open areas. What does the versatile tomato Verliok look like and how does it surpass its relatives? How to grow seedlings and care for them? We will try to answer these and other questions that will help gardeners in their difficult business.
External characteristics of the plant
The first buds are formed at the level of the 8th leaf. The next ones are laid after about 2 plates. There are from 7 to 12 fruits on one bunch. With high-quality agricultural technology of Verliok's tomato, about 5 kg of fruits are harvested from one bush.
Bushes need to be shaped so that one strong stem remains. Therefore, the side elements are pinched.
Ripe fruits are colored deep red. They have a smooth but fairly dense skin. Even overripe tomatoes do not crack, but retain their original structure. Under it is a juicy pulp of sweet and sour taste.
Almost all tomatoes are the same size and round shape, making them ideal for culinary needs:
- canning;
- salads;
- sauces ("Ketchup", "Satsebeli");
- jam;
- tomato paste.
The weight ranges from 75 to 100 g. The ripening period lasts about 100 days from the start of cultivation. It occurs almost in one period, which is convenient for gardeners.
On the open ground, the hybrid is grown only in the southern regions, where the air temperature stably keeps above 25 ° C. It perfectly tolerates summer heat and drought. With moderate watering, it bears fruit abundantly in whole clusters. It happens that because of the tomato, the leaf plates are not visible. Developed bushes need stable support. They are attached when the first fruits appear.
Benefits of the variety
The versatile tomato Verliok is willingly grown not only by summer residents for culinary needs, but also by farmers for sale.
The main reason for this popularity is a number of advantages that were originally laid down by breeders:
- early maturation;
- high productivity;
- friendly ripening of fruits;
- attractive presentation;
- resistance to pests and diseases.
In addition, the culture develops successfully with a lack of light, unstable humidity, and slight temperature fluctuations. The fruit is ideal for transportation. They retain their properties wonderfully. However, they are stored for a relatively short time, therefore, they need to be quickly implemented. The only drawback of the variety is tall bushes. Otherwise, the culture deserves universal recognition.
Agrotechnics of Verlioka tomato from "A" to "Z"
A strong seedling with thick branches and a strong rhizome is the key to abundant fruiting. To obtain it, the seeds of the culture are sown in containers. They are located indoors. The process of agricultural technology begins in the last decade of February.Before transplanting to a permanent location, the seedlings will have enough time to take root and be ready to bear fruit. Consider how to form a Verlioka tomato at home in stages.
Preparation of planting material and soil
Immediately before sowing the culture, the seeds are soaked for 2-3 hours in a growth stimulator or potassium permanganate. After the procedure, the grains are rinsed and dried. They are then treated with fungicides to make the culture disease resistant.
For business use:
- Ecosil;
- "Albite";
- "Acrobat MC";
- "Akarin".
Next, they begin to prepare the soil. It is on him that the external characteristics of seedlings and crop yield depend.
The substrate is prepared from components:
- peat;
- deciduous land;
- compost.
As a last resort, the trays are filled with the top layer of black soil taken from the garden or greenhouse. Before use, it is fried in an oven at 200 ° C. Prepared containers or trays are filled with the cooled substrate.
An easier way to cultivate a variety is peat tablets... Plants grown in such "containers" do not require diving.
Sowing
The procedure is carried out depending on the selected container. If tomatoes will be grown in containers, the top layer of the soil must be loosened. Knead the lumps, and then slightly compact the soil. Then spread the seeds of the Verliok tomatoes at a distance of about 3 cm from each other. Sprinkle with a substrate on top, press down with your hand. Water abundantly from a spray bottle. The containers are covered with glass or plastic wrap. Subject to the temperature regime (+ 23 ° C) and the permissible humidity, the greens will appear in 5-7 days.
Seedling care
To speed up the growth of the culture, the containers with crops are placed in a dark place. Moisturize periodically. When sprouts appear, the film or glass is removed, and the "beds" are transferred to a bright place.
It is not advisable to place containers on a bare windowsill. It is best to use chunks of styrofoam to protect the tomatoes from the cold.
When the first leaf plates appear, top dressing is applied. Use preparations containing nitrogen and phosphorus. The procedure is repeated 14 days before the pick.
Fertilizers are suitable:
- "Nitrofoska";
- "Effecton";
- Agricola;
- "Athlete".
In addition, to enrich the soil, they use:
- yeast tincture;
- ash;
- iodine solution.
Rotten mullein is used as an organic top dressing. It is diluted with water at the rate of 1: 1, and insisted for 24 hours. Then the seedlings are watered moderately.
If weeds appear along with tomato sprouts, they must be removed. This is done carefully so as not to damage the root system of the seedlings.
Dive
Competent agricultural technology of Verlioka tomato implies the transplantation of young sprouts. The procedure begins after the formation of four true leaf plates. Usually crops, which are about 20 days old, are ready for a dive.
First, the topsoil is abundantly irrigated with water from a spray bottle. When it is thoroughly wet, the seedlings are carefully pulled out of the container, with a small clod of earth. The seedlings are transferred to a new container and left on the windowsill until they are planted in a greenhouse or open ground.
A comfortable place to grow
Saplings thrive best in a warm and well-lit environment. Therefore, containers are placed on windowsills from the south or east side. In abundant sunshine, window openings are covered with paper or white cloth. Blinds can be used. The main thing is that the tomatoes get enough light for 12 hours.
In case of prolonged cloudy weather, additional artificial lighting is provided for the seedlings. Fluorescent lamps will do.
An important condition is the temperature regime. Verlioka tomato seedlings develop successfully at temperatures from 19 to 22 ° C. At low rates, the stems stop growing, and at higher rates, they wither and lose strength.
Irrigation technique
Tomatoes need moderate moisture.It is carried out as the top layer of the earth dries up. No need to turn it into a desert or swamp. Otherwise, the plants will start to rot or dry out. Watering is carried out with water at room temperature.
Preparing seedlings for a new microclimate
Despite the fact that Verliok's tomato is grown in greenhouse conditions, it needs hardening. Fresh air will have a beneficial effect on the stems and will also enrich the root system with oxygen. As a result, the seedlings will successfully take root in the new bed.
The procedure is carried out in several stages. The first hardening is carried out in the second half of the day, after about 16.00. The containers are taken out into the street for 30-40 minutes. Then the residence time of the tomatoes in the fresh air is gradually increased. When the ambient temperature is about 22 ° C during the day and 16-17 ° C at night, the crop is transplanted into a greenhouse or directly to a garden bed (southern regions). The plant is looked after in the traditional way.
As practice shows, growing Verliok's tomato is an exciting experience. First, the seeds are prepared. Then the culture is sown in containers. The emerging seedlings are moderately watered, dived, fertilized. The finished seedlings are transferred to a greenhouse and over time, ripe fruits are harvested.