As a result of the breeding work carried out in 2008, the determinant standard tomato variety Nastenka was obtained. Most gardeners opt for this hybrid variety for high yield rates. and the ability to grow in any climatic conditions. Description and characteristics of the hybrid variety Nastenka are presented below.
Description and characteristics of the tomato variety Nastenka
Tomato Nastenka belongs to the varieties of the mid-early ripening period. From germination to fruiting, 95-105 days pass.
A plant up to 70 cm high forms compact erect shrub shrub that does not require additional supports. Small leaves with corrugated edges, colored green. Abundant foliage densely covers the stems. The inflorescence of this variety is simple, and the peduncle is articulated. The first inflorescences are laid after 10-12 leaves, subsequent ones - after 2-3 sheets from the previous one. The main shoot stops growing after the bush forms 12 inflorescences. The plant has many ovaries, so as it ripens, you need to constantly pick the ripe fruits, thereby allowing the next to ripen more actively.
Fruits are round in shape, at the time of ripeness they have a delicate pink color. Tomatoes of medium size at the stage of technical ripeness have a weight of 150-200 g. They are distinguished by their meatiness, juiciness and good taste.
Advantages and disadvantages
Despite the fact that the Nastya variety is considered new, he has already managed to win the love of many gardeners, both beginners and experienced, thanks to his positive characteristics:
- high yield indicators, with proper care and comfortable conditions, it can give up to 10-12 kg per 1m2;
- the possibility of growing as in a greenhouse and on open land;
- ability to set fruit in any climatic zone, perfect for cultivation in the regions of Siberia, as it perfectly tolerates all the vagaries of the weather;
- early maturity and uniformity of fruiting throughout the growing season;
- resistance to major diseases tomatoes, especially to late blight, which greatly facilitates the work of the summer resident;
- enough long storage period, since the fruits do not wither and do not crack;
- suitable for use fresh, blanks for the winter and the preparation of various dishes, which gives a piquant taste and specific aroma.
The disadvantages of the variety include:
- need for large quantities mineral fertilizers;
- knowledge of certain rules and skills when growing seedlings.
Features of growing and planting
When choosing this variety of tomatoes, you should familiarize yourself not only with its strengths and weaknesses, but also with the rules of agricultural technology and care for it.
Soil requirements for planting
Preparing the soil for seedlings is considered an important point when growing tomatoes. Since it is possible to get strong seedlings with stable active growth only if there is a nutritious soil substrate, it is better to buy it in the store, choosing a universal primer or a special one, intended for the cultivation of tomatoes. You can also make your own potting mix. To do this, it is necessary to combine the garden soil with sand, compost and peat and add a complex of fertilizers containing potash and phosphorus substances.
Before transplanting seedlings into open ground, you need to take care of choosing a place and soil, on which the future harvest of a vegetable crop will depend.
Preference should be given to sunny areas that are protected from cold winds.
You can not cultivate a crop in low, damp areas, where groundwater is close. It is necessary to choose a sandy-clay soil, which holds moisture well or loamy soil equipped with organic matter.
Sowing rules
The optimal time for growing seedlings - end of February - early March.
Seeds purchased in specialized stores do not need to be soaked and processed in order to prevent diseases, since they undergo these procedures by an industrial method.
Tomato seeds should be sown in special containers or boxes. A mandatory requirement for containers is the presence of drainage holes to drain excess moisture from the plant roots.
A step-by-step guide to planting seeds:
- To the bottom of the containers put drainage in a layer of 1-2 cm, then pour the prepared soil substrate and water well using warm water.
- When moisture is absorbed sow planting material to a depth of 1-2 cmkeeping a distance between the seeds of 2 cm.
- Sprinkle with a thin layer moist fertile soil and moisten with a spray bottle.
- After the end of the planting process put the container in a well-lit room with a temperature of 22-25̊ С, having previously covered them with a film material.
- When friendly shoots appear need to remove the film, lower the temperature to 17-18̊ С and carry out moderate watering, as waterlogging can cause the death of plants.
- Seedlings need to dive in separate containers at an early stage of growth during the formation of 2-3 true leaves.
Transplanting tomatoes into open ground
The favorable period for planting seedlings on an open land bed is the beginning of May, after the air warms up to a temperature of 12 degrees and above. The planting process is best done in the morning in cloudy weather, so that the plants have the opportunity to grow stronger. By the time of planting, the seedlings should be 60-65 days old and have 6-8 leaves and 1-2 flower brushes.
The main stages of planting:
- Before disembarking water the seedlings well, which will help to remove the seedlings from the containers without damaging the bark system.
- Make holes deep on a shovel bayonet and fill them with water. For planting work, you can apply a 70x40 scheme, which means a planting density of 4 plants per 1 m2.
- When the moisture is absorbed, remove the seedlings from the containers and deepen vertically into the ground.
- Sprinkle the roots with soil... Then scatter compost around the stem and cover the hole with earth, carefully tamping it.
- At the end of the landing pour each tomato bush with 1 liter of water.
Under comfortable climate conditions and proper care, the first tomatoes will appear in early June.
Variety care after transplanting
Excellent results in increasing yields and increasing the fruiting period are given by proper timely care, which includes the implementation of the following activities:
- humidify a moderately calculated amount of warm water;
- regularly feed the plantusing complex fertilizers;
- during the period of active growth weed from weeds, loosen the soil so that it is always loose and clean;
- remove bottom leaves to increase growth and better ventilation of the bushes;
- realize preventive measures to protect crops from diseases and pests;
- in the harsh Siberian climate mulch the soil with straw or grassso that the root system does not freeze.
The main thing is to carry out the procedures, observing all the rules and recommendations of experienced gardeners.
Diseases and their prevention
When growing, a crop needs care and attention. Even with good care, the grower can be left without a crop due to the influence of viruses, bacteria, fungi or pests. Diseases of tomatoes progress gradually, and often the gardener cannot detect the problem early on.
Dangerous pests that bring irreparable harm to the culture - spider mite and whitefly.
Common diseases affecting fruits include tobacco mosaic virus and late blight. According to the description, the Nastena variety has immunity against these diseases. But the ability to resist disease does not mean that a culture cannot be infected at all. Basically, weak plants or tomatoes are at risk, which are cultivated in violation of the characteristics of agricultural technology.
To prevent the appearance of signs of any disease, it is necessary to organize competent care of the bushes and regularly carry out visual examinations of the plants. Also, preventative spraying with fungicides will not hurt.
Tomato harvest and storage rules
The fruits can be picked at different ripeness, depending on the weather and the way of use. Tomatoes, eaten immediately, should be picked when ripe, and for storage - at the stage of blanche ripeness... The advantage of this harvest is to create a comfortable environment for the growth and maturation of the rest of the specimens.
The main thing is not to miss the deadlines for the final cleaning. Harvest as long as the air temperature at night is above 7-8 ̊С. At low temperatures, there is a risk of tomato diseases, which can cause damage if preserved.
Tomatoes plucked at the stage of full maturity need to be applied in the next three days, and green ones need to be stored.
In order for the crop to mature and not deteriorate, you need to observe several rules during storage:
- store only fruits harvested in dry weather and without any damage, stains and foreign inclusions;
- the stalk should be left on the fruit - this will help to increase the shelf life for the maximum possible period;
- harvest put in strong containerscovered with soft materials from the inside;
- choose a dark, dry ventilated room, the temperature indicators of which are not higher than 23̊ С, and the optimum humidity is 80-85%.
The cultivation of the tomato variety Nastenka will bring maximum pleasure to every gardener... Vegetable culture will generously reward for care and attention with a rich harvest of juicy, tasty and aromatic tomatoes.