Tomato variety Christian (F1)

Every year, a large number of tomato hybrids of domestic and foreign selection appears on the seed market. They are popular due to their strong immunity and productivity. At the agrofirm "Partner" the work on the selection of new high-quality hybrids is going on very successfully. And the confirmation of this is the varieties that have already become known and beloved by vegetable growers Lyubasha, Limerens, Duchess of Taste and many others. A novelty - tomato Christian - can also be considered promising. The species has not yet been entered into the State Register of Breeding Achievements of Russia, but gardeners are already growing it on their plots. The originators recommend the novelty not only for protected ground, the variety is perfectly adapted for growing in open ground. Ideal for central Russia. The suitability of the variety for industrial cultivation is also noted. Our hero is a hybrid, therefore it is labeled F1.

Description

The plant is determinate, small, very compact, about 60 cm high, grows up to 75 cm in greenhouses. Leafiness is weak. That is why the originator recommends it rather for cooler regions. In the south, fruits that are not covered with foliage can get sunburn. The leaves of a tomato are of regular shape, medium size, about 30 cm long, green in color. The leaf blade is matte, medium corrugated. Inflorescences are of a simple or intermediate type. The first fruit cluster is laid after 5 - 6 leaves (sometimes over the fourth), subsequent ones are formed after 1 - 2 leaves. Each brush Christian has from 6 to 10 ovaries, which indicates the high productivity of the plant. The peduncle is articulated.

The fruits of the variety have a classic flat-round shape, with a slight ribbing, creating small cheeks near the stalk. Unripe tomato is light green, without a dark spot at the stalk. Ripe turns bright red. The skin is thin, glossy. The pulp is very fleshy, tender and juicy. Inside there are 5 small seed chambers. There are not very many seeds. The taste is excellent. The taste is real tomato, with a balanced combination of sweetness and sourness. The size of tomatoes is very convenient for canning, the weight of the fruit is about 100 - 120 grams.

Characteristics

• The Christian hybrid belongs to early maturing crops. In favorable conditions, the crop can be harvested as early as 85 - 90 days after germination. In the suburbs, when grown in a greenhouse, our hero is strewn with ripe fruits in June. This early maturity is great for regions with short and cool summers;
• The yield of the variety is, of course, large. This is facilitated by both filled brushes and planting density. Therefore, from 1 square meter, you can remove from 10 to 15 kg of tomatoes. And in the case of adherence to the correct agricultural technology, and even more;
• the harvest ripens quite amicably, weak foliage allows tomatoes to receive maximum sunlight;
• our hero quickly adapts to adverse weather conditions. Test observations have shown that the culture tolerates temperature fluctuations;
• breeders were able to instill in Christian resistance to many common diseases. The fruits do not suffer from apical rot, and the plant itself is tolerant to Alternaria, the tobacco mosaic virus. Due to early ripening, the variety manages to avoid late blight;
• tomatoes have high commercial qualities, so during harvesting you will not find a single burst tomato;
• transportability and keeping quality of the new hybrid is at a high level due to the elastic consistency of the pulp;
• the way of use is universal. First of all, early ripe tomatoes are good in their natural form. But they are also suitable for processing into various blanks, ideal for making juices.

Agrotechnics

To get an early harvest of tomatoes, you should use the seedling method. The period for sowing Christian seeds in each region can be calculated independently, taking into account the climatic features and the method of cultivation. At the stage of 2 true leaves, picking is carried out, hardening - 2 weeks before the intended transplantation to a permanent place. The recommended planting density is up to 5 - 6 bushes per 1 square meter, it may seem unnecessarily thickened to someone. But this is not so, due to the compact habitus, the plants feel great, are well ventilated and there are no prerequisites for the spread of fungal infections. Despite its short stature, the bush must be tied to a support, and this should be done as early as possible. The variety is formed into 3 - 4 stems. But in the open field, 5 stems are allowed. A peculiarity of the hybrid is the appearance of short stepchildren with flower tassels, which quite quickly move. They do not need to be removed, as they can increase the yield. In addition, the plant does not fatten, which is also important for good productivity. It is recommended to plant tomatoes in a well-lit and pre-prepared area. Agrotechnics consists of standard techniques for caring for a determinant crop.

The Christian hybrid is just a godsend for those gardeners who can't wait to try their own grown vegetables as soon as possible. Excellent health, high adaptability to weather conditions make it possible to grow the variety even in an ordinary garden bed. The small size of the plant brings many benefits. From a small area, thanks to a dense planting, you can get a good harvest. In the event of a sharp cold snap, it is easier to hide such a plant under an easy cover, and it is quite easy to care for it. The palatability is quite high. Despite the novelty, more and more gardeners are looking at our hero, because he has so many advantages. However, there are drawbacks, but they do not affect the yield of the tomato and do not complicate the growing process. Christian's minus is the high price of seed and the inability to collect seeds on his own.