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The Pepper Giant tomato has won particular recognition among gardeners. The variety is characterized by fruits of an unusual shape, reminiscent of pepper. Tomatoes are resistant to adverse weather conditions, so in many regions they can be grown in open beds.
Tomatoes of the Pepper-shaped giant variety are famous for their excellent taste
When and how did it appear
Thanks to the breeding work of Russian scientists, gardeners have the opportunity to grow a new productive tomato on their plots - the Pepper-shaped giant.
The variety successfully passed city tests and was approved for use in 2007
Description and characteristics of the tomato variety Pepper-shaped giant
Judging by the description, the Pepper Giant tomato (lat. Solanum lycopersicum) belongs to the plants of the indeterminate type, since the height of the stem sometimes reaches 1.8-2 m. It has large leaves of a dark green color. Simple flower brushes. Each one bears 8-9 fruits.
Pepper giant is a prolific, versatile and tasty variety
Characteristics of the pepper giant tomato fruit:
- average weight – 150-200 g;
- obovate (pepper-shaped) shape;
- color at the stage of biological ripeness is red;
- the taste is sweet, but with a slight sourness.
- the skin is smooth, durable, reliably protects the fruit from cracking, ensuring high transportability and keeping quality.
- The pulp is dense in texture, with a small number of seeds.
Ripening time
According to the ripening period, the Pepper-shaped giant variety belongs to the mid-season category. Seedlings turn into full-fledged fruit-bearing bushes in 110-120 days. The first tomatoes begin to turn red around mid-summer.
The tomato is not distinguished by uniform yield of fruits; fruiting is rather extended
Tomato yield Pepper-shaped giant
The productivity of a variety depends on various factors, including the method of forming stems, removing shoots, watering, fertilizing and protecting bushes from pests. If you strictly adhere to the rules of agricultural technology, then from one square meter you will be able to collect up to 6 kg of highly marketable fruits.
Resistance to adverse factors
Pepper giant tomatoes are resistant to adverse environmental factors. Plants are slightly susceptible to drought, but do not tolerate waterlogging. The variety tolerates moderately low temperatures and frosts well.
Due to their characteristics, tomatoes of the Pepper-shaped giant variety are affected by late blight and blossom end rot.Very often they are attacked by aphids and the Colorado potato beetle. The fight against diseases and pests must begin as early as possible, and even better, preventive measures must be carried out in a timely manner.
Where is it grown?
The variety is grown in almost all regions of Russia. Even in Siberia and the Urals, tomato grows well and bears fruit.
Methods of application
Pepper giant tomatoes are distinguished by their versatility. Because of their sweet taste, they are pleasant to eat fresh, use in a variety of summer dishes, and combine with other vegetables. In addition, the fruits are excellent for drying and whole-fruit canning.
Heat treatment does not reduce the taste of tomatoes
Advantages and disadvantages
Tomatoes of this variety do not require special attention. They can grow and produce a bountiful harvest both indoors and outdoors.
To reap a rich harvest, it is recommended to provide your tomatoes with proper care.
Pros:
- versatility of application;
- excellent taste characteristics;
- high shelf life and good transportability;
- interesting fruit shape;
- high productivity;
- extended fruiting.
Minuses:
- bushes must be tied to stakes;
- plants need to remove excess green mass.
Landing dates and rules
Seedlings are planted under film or in open ground after return frosts. Usually, by the beginning of summer, seedlings have seven true leaves and several inflorescences.
The planting process is carried out in a checkerboard pattern. A distance of about half a meter is maintained between the bushes, and 70 cm between the rows. This is necessary to ensure that each plant receives the amount of light it needs.
Before planting, add one teaspoon of superphosphate into the holes and pour in half a liter of water. Tomatoes are planted in the traditional way.
How to properly care
Tall tomatoes require a lot of effort to develop tall stems and form fruit clusters. Therefore, the bushes are responsive to fertilizing, especially at the budding stage, during flowering and fruiting.
Due to the lack of microelements in the soil, the quality and quantity of the harvest noticeably deteriorates
When growing this tomato on a plot, it is important to observe the norm of watering, since excess moisture will certainly lead to diseases, and too little will lead to a decrease in the number of ovaries and shredding of the fruits.
Adult bushes require watering twice every seven days. It is best to use water that is soft and heated in the sun. To maintain moisture for a long time, a layer of mulch should be spread around the bushes.
Tomatoes with vigorous growth require formation into two stems.
Important! All lateral shoots, lower leaves, as well as inflorescences without ovaries must be removed. All these parts draw nutrients from the plant, which impairs growth.
Disease and pest control
Bushes of the Pepper-shaped giant variety are characterized by average resistance to disease. Therefore, gardeners need to treat them more often with fungicide solutions to prevent dangerous nightshade diseases. Very reliable and effective drugs are Quadris and Cuprozan. Tomatoes should be processed every two weeks.
To identify insects, it is necessary to carefully inspect plants, especially leaves, and if found, apply insecticides
Conclusion
The Pepper Giant tomato is a proven variety and has long been popular among gardeners. In addition, the bushes do not require specific care, but at the same time they produce a generous harvest. They are distinguished by stable and long-term fruiting, so summer residents pick tomatoes from the bushes throughout the season.
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