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The Red Bunch tomato is a popular cherry variety. It has good productivity and bears fruit throughout the summer (until the first frost). The crop is grown on open land plantations, in greenhouse conditions and even in flower pots.
Where and when appeared
The Red Bunch tomato was bred by domestic breeders on the basis of the agricultural company "Agroni"
Tomatoes of this variety have been officially approved for cultivation in Russian regions since 2008. And the culture was registered in the State Register in 2000.
Description of the tomato variety Red Bunch
The Red Bunch tomato variety belongs to plant crops of determinate growth; the bushes grow to a maximum of 60 cm in height. The plant has no trunk and has compact shoots that grow very wide.
General description and main characteristics of the Red Bunch tomato variety:
- determinate plant;
- belongs to the cherry group;
- the bushes are low-growing and compact in size;
- developed root system;
- cluster fruiting - up to 35 small tomatoes are tied on each cluster;
- early ripening tomato variety;
- ripe fruits have a bright red color, their weight does not exceed 45 g;
- growing in an open bed, greenhouse.
The Red Cluster tomato from the cherry group produces small fruits, the size of which does not exceed 3 cm. Tomatoes ripen quite early, 95-105 days after planting, and bear fruit for a long time (up to 4 months) until late autumn.
The fruits have a classic tomato taste, delicate thin skin and juicy pulp.
Characteristics of tomato Red bunch
Unripe tomatoes A red bunch of greenish color with a characteristic dark spot that forms near the stalk. The fruit then gradually turns red, and when fully ripe, has a rich, bright red color. Unripe greenish tomatoes picked from the branch also ripen during storage.
Ripening and yield of tomato Red bunch
The Red Bunch tomato is an early-ripening, high-yielding variety. The ripening period is 3-3.5 months, depending on growing conditions.
The fruiting period of the crop in question is quite long - July-October, until the onset of frost. From one Red Bunch bush during the season, with proper cultivation, you can harvest up to 2 kg of cherry tomatoes, and from a plot of land with an area of 1 m2 – up to 10 kg.
Resistance to diseases and pests
The Red Bunch selection tomato is characterized by increased resistance to adverse weather conditions. Domestic breeders specially developed this variety for the harsh Russian climate. The plant tolerates significant temperature changes well.
The vegetable crop is resistant to most infectious diseases, such as late blight, blossom end rot and verticillium, but requires preventive measures against the following pests: whitefly, aphids.
In what regions is it grown?
The selective tomato crop Red Bunch grows in almost any region of Russia. In the southern regions, tomato seedlings can be planted both in open beds and in greenhouses. In the northern regions, it is recommended to grow tomato crops in greenhouse conditions.
Methods of application
Small Red Cluster cherry tomatoes have sweet, fleshy flesh of medium density and a characteristic tomato taste. The peel of the fruit is glossy and thin, but at the same time quite durable. These tomatoes last a long time, they are consumed fresh, in vegetable salads, added to various hot dishes, and decorated with desserts. Small cherry tomatoes are ideal for whole-fruit canning for the winter. They also make delicious natural tomato juice, paste and ketchup.
Advantages and disadvantages
The main advantage of the breeding variety of cherry tomatoes Red Bunch is the ability to grow in the harsh climatic conditions of Russia. These tomatoes are in great demand among domestic farmers and private gardeners.
The fruits of the Red Bunch variety are stored for a long time
Pros:
- high productivity;
- long fruiting period;
- excellent taste;
- transportability, marketable appearance;
- resistance to many plant diseases;
- the possibility of preserving whole fruits.
Minuses:
- the plant does not tolerate drafts;
- For normal growth, vegetable crops need sufficient lighting, incl. warm.
How to grow Red bunch tomatoes
All tomato varieties prefer natural light, warmth and fertilized soil. Therefore, for seeding material and planting ready seedlings, the soil must be prepared in advance. For seeds, you can use special soil mixtures, which already contain all the necessary fertilizers. And in the soil in the garden bed or in the greenhouse for planting seedlings, you need to apply fertilizer yourself in the fall.
Red bunch seeds in regions with a temperate climate are recommended to be planted from February 20, in colder regions - in early March. The seed material is first soaked for 10-12 hours in a one percent solution of potassium permanganate to prevent diseases, then thoroughly dried.
Disinfected seeds are planted in a special soil mixture or soil fed with humus and peat, taken directly from the garden bed
Basic requirements for growing Red Bunch tomato seedlings:
- The soil with seeds is covered with polypropylene film, which is lifted several times daily for 2-3 minutes for ventilation.
- The soil is periodically moistened with warm water using a spray bottle.
- When the plant comes out of the ground and 2-3 leaves appear on it, fertilizer is introduced into the soil - Kemira, Gumat, and picking is carried out.
- To prevent sprouts from stretching, turn on phytolamps.
- Containers with seedlings are taken outside every day to adapt to climatic conditions, gradually increasing this period - from 15 minutes to 2-3 hours.
Red bunch of tomato seedlings are planted in a permanent growing area after 56-58 days (the last days of May - the first days of June). Planting pattern – 40x70 cm, from 4 to 6 seedlings per 1 m2.
Care instructions
In order for tomato bushes to develop properly and result in a good harvest of delicious Red Bunch cherry tomatoes, you need to comply with the basic agrotechnical requirements for growing tomato crops:
- Tomato bushes should receive a sufficient amount of natural light, but not too bright, so seedlings should be planted in semi-dark areas.
- The soil must be enriched with amino acids.
- The soil should be loose, well permeable to moisture and air.
- A distance of at least 0.4 m should be maintained between individual tomato bushes.
- It is recommended to pinch the tops of the stems so that the tomato bushes can branch better; excess shoots should be removed twice weekly.
- After the fruits have formed, the bushes should definitely be tied up, despite their small height.
- When tomatoes begin to gradually ripen, ripe ones need to be picked regularly to allow new fruits to ripen and develop faster.
To improve the yield of Red Bunch cherry tomato, it is recommended to additionally feed the soil with organic, mineral fertilizers
The first time fertilizing is applied when fruit ovaries form. To do this, dilute manure or chicken droppings in a bucket of water and carefully pour liquid fertilizer on all the tomato bushes right to the roots.
The next time the tomatoes are fed is when fruiting begins. This time, the soil under the bushes is watered with a herbal tincture enriched with nitrogen.
Pest and disease control
Tomatoes of the Red Cluster variety have good immunity from many plant diseases, in particular from late blight, but they require preventive measures.
When planting seedlings in a greenhouse, it must be periodically ventilated, the soil must be moistened and loosened. For processing, it is recommended to use sodium and potassium humates, special preparations “Oxychom” and “Epin”.
Conclusion
The Red Cluster tomato is an excellent choice for domestic gardeners who love small and very tasty cherry tomatoes with tender, juicy pulp. This crop can be grown even at home in flower pots on a glassed-in loggia. This tomato variety is also suitable for farm cultivation, as the fruits are marketable, easy to transport and can be stored for a long time.
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