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Lovers of juicy and large tomatoes can be advised to plant the Miracle of Altai tomato in the garden. Its fruits are ideal for preparing fresh salads and ketchups. They do not require complex care procedures during cultivation and have excellent immunity to most diseases.
History of selection
The development of the variety was carried out by the Barnaul agricultural company Seeds of Altai, which later became the patent holder. In 2007, tomatoes were included in the State Register (code 9464389). Latin name – Solanum lycopersicum L. var. Lycopersicum. The Miracle of Altai tomato is intended primarily for growing in open ground, but bears fruit well both in a greenhouse and under cover.
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Description and characteristics of tomato Miracle of Altai
Tomato Altai Miracle is a determinate variety. The height of the bushes does not exceed 1.2-1.6 meters. The foliage is dark, the foliage and spreading of the bushes is small.The bushes and stems themselves are strong, thick and durable. The inflorescences are simple. 8-9 clusters bear fruit.
Description of fruits:
- ripen in clusters of 3-6 pieces;
- the pulp is dense, fleshy and at the same time juicy;
- the skin is strong, not thick, glossy;
- the taste is sweet, with a slight tomato sourness;
- sugar level 5%;
- color red;
- fruit ribbing is average;
- the shape is flat-round, slightly elongated.
Important! Tomatoes ripen gradually and are the largest at the beginning of the season.
On unripe fruits, a dark spot is clearly visible near the stalk, which disappears when ripe.
Tomatoes of the Miracle of Altai variety tolerate transportation well and do not crack
Ripening and fruiting
Maturation is wavy. The first harvest is distinguished by massive fruits weighing from 180 to 350 g, up to 500 g. The second harvest is more abundant, but the tomatoes are smaller, weighing 150-200 g.
Ripening occurs 95-98 days after the appearance of the first shoots. Harvesting from mid-July to the first autumn frosts.
Tomato productivity Miracle of Altai
From 1 square meter in the garden they harvest from 9 to 12 kg. When grown in greenhouse conditions - 10-15 kg. Accordingly, up to 4 kg of tomatoes are harvested from one bush.
Resistance to adverse factors
Miracle of Altai tomatoes are resistant to environmental factors and tolerate low air temperatures well. The ability to tie is not lost even in extreme conditions.
In what regions is it grown?
Tomatoes are suitable for growing in all regions of the country. They can be cultivated even in areas with harsh climatic conditions.
Methods of application
Miracle Altai tomatoes are universal.Suitable not only for fresh consumption, but also for canning, making ketchups and juices.
Advantages and disadvantages
In addition to high taste, Miracle of Altai tomatoes have many more advantages.
Tomatoes have long been classified as poisonous crops
Pros:
- durable skin, allowing easy transportation of the crop, without the risk of the fruits cracking;
- unpretentious to weather conditions, even in cool summers it sets and bears fruit well;
- tolerates heat easily;
- high yield, up to 4 kg per bush;
- the harvest period lasts three months;
- versatility in cooking;
- good immunity;
- precocity.
Minuses:
- requires tying to a support;
- the need for fertilizing.
Landing Features
To grow Miracle of Altai tomatoes, you do not need to become a specialist in agronomy. You can follow the classic rules for growing seedlings:
- disinfection of seeds using a weak solution of potassium permanganate;
- depending on the region, seeds are sown in the last days of February and before the first days of April;
- sowing is carried out in a nutrient soil mixture with a depression of 1-2 cm in the ground;
- mulching crops with peat;
- moderate watering, mainly from a spray bottle;
- bright diffuse lighting;
- maintaining air temperature at +18 °C and above;
- diving after the appearance of 1-2 permanent leaves;
- hardening of seedlings before transferring to a permanent place of cultivation for at least seven days.
After about two months, the seedlings are transferred to a permanent place. The main thing is that each plant has at least six leaves and one inflorescence. No more than three seedling bushes are allowed to be planted per 1 square meter.If cultivation is planned in the garden, then the threat of frost should completely pass. The predecessors of tomatoes should be: carrots, zucchini, lettuce. Fertile and light soil is suitable for tomatoes.
For seedlings, you can use a homemade mixture of garden soil, forest turf, peat, sand and compost
Care instructions
It is recommended to water Miracle Altai tomatoes at least 2-3 times for seven days. If there is a risk of late blight, treatment with Bordeaux mixture is recommended.
Tomatoes need to be fertilized, especially at the stage of flowering and fruit formation. Complex mineral preparations are best suited.
To reduce the risk of harmful microorganisms, it is recommended to loosen the soil after each watering. Weeds should not be allowed to appear in the beds. They deplete the soil too much, and the tomatoes will not receive full nutrients.
If tomatoes are grown in a greenhouse, it must be ventilated regularly.
For planting in open ground, choose a sunny place, but protected from strong winds. To prevent water from sitting in the ground, the growing area must have good drainage.
Is it necessary to plant the Miracle of Altai tomato?
While the growing season is ongoing, you will have to regularly carry out pinching. It is also necessary to remove the emerging leaves under the clusters on which the fruits form.
Disease and pest control
Even if a tomato has good immunity, against the background of prolonged rains or a long period of drought and high temperatures, various diseases can occur.Most often, gardeners encounter late blight, brown spot, tobacco spot or blossom end rot. They get rid of such problems using broad-spectrum fungicidal agents or by irrigation with Bordeaux mixture. The latter drug is recommended as a prophylactic agent.
Among insects, tomatoes can be attacked by the Colorado potato beetle, mole cricket, and aphid. But it is best to prevent a problem from occurring than to deal with it later. As a preventative measure, it is recommended to sprinkle the soil and even the plants themselves with ash.
For insect attacks, insecticides are used, for example, Karbofos
Conclusion
Tomato Miracle of Altai is a medium-sized bush with excellent immunity and tasty fruits. Does not require special attention during the growing process. It bears fruit in waves, so the harvest is harvested throughout the summer season, until the first frost.
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