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There are many varieties of tomatoes bred in Russia. One of these is considered to be the Minusinsk domestic tomato. This is a high-yielding species, widely popular for cultivation in open ground. Before planting, you need to familiarize yourself with the nuances of agricultural technology and recommendations for cultivation, then the harvest will be excellent.
History of appearance
Minusinsky domestic is a new tomato variety bred in the early 2000s by Russian breeder L. Myazina
The vegetable crop received its name in honor of the city of Minusinsk. It is located on the banks of the Yunga River in the Krasnodar Territory. The breeders are employees of the Krasnoyarsk Research University of Horticulture and Nursery. They worked on developing a new variety of tomatoes that would be adapted to domestic climatic conditions and was famous for its high yield. The variety is not included in the State Register.
Description and characteristics of tomatoes of the Minusinsky home variety
Minusinsk domestic is an indeterminate variety with tall shoots and fruits of excellent quality. Tomatoes can be grown commercially as they are highly productive. The seedlings successfully adapt to the climate conditions of the CIS countries. They are not capricious in care and cultivation.
Description of the variety Minusinsky Home:
- It is an indeterminate, tall plant that grows up to 1.6-2 m in height. The bushes need support and garter. Shoots are formed into 2-3 stems. They hold the fruit securely.
- The foliage is medium, the leaves are of a standard shape for a tomato crop. The surface is leathery, smooth, rich green in color. Many gardeners remove the lower green mass as the upper ovaries form. Then they do not cover the space near the rhizome and do not provoke the development of rot.
- Tomatoes grow large, weighing from 350 to 450 g. On the lower tiers, with proper care, the weight reaches 500-600 g. Tomatoes are formed in clusters, each ripening 3-7 fruits at the same time. The skin is dense and prevents the tomatoes from cracking during transportation. The ribbing is weakly expressed, the surface is smooth. The color of the fruit is bright red, rich.
- Inside, the tomatoes are juicy, aromatic, with 4-6 seed chambers. The seeds are small and there are few of them. There are no voids, no wateriness.
- The tomatoes are sweet, with slight sourness. Tasters rated the taste of the fruit at 4.5 points.
The Minusinsky domestic variety is preferably grown in greenhouses, but Russian gardeners also cultivate it in open ground
Ripening and fruiting
The Minusinsky domestic tomato is an early ripening tomato. The fruiting period is long.The fruits ripen 105-110 days after the first shoots appear. Harvesting begins in mid-June and continues until early September.
Homemade Minusinsk tomato yield
Growing conditions affect yield. From 1 sq. m you can collect 11-14 kg with decent care. From one bush you get 6-9 kg.
Disease resistance
The Minusinsky domestic tomato variety is very resistant to fungal and viral diseases. If you do not take care of the bushes, immunity decreases. If watering rules are violated or the humidity level is inappropriate, late blight may occur.
Affected tomato bushes should be dug up and burned away from the garden
Where is it grown?
Minusinsk domestic is grown throughout Russia in greenhouses. In the South and Central regions, cultivation in the garden is possible.
Methods of application
Minusinsky domestic tomatoes are not used for whole-fruit canning. Tomatoes are consumed fresh and also for processing into paste, sauce and ketchup.
Advantages and disadvantages
The originator L. Myazina announced the cultivation of the Minusinsky Domestic variety in greenhouses. In greenhouse conditions, the largest amount of harvest is obtained.
Minusinsk domestic is an amateur variety that is suitable for fresh consumption.
Pros:
- high taste qualities;
- good yield;
- unpretentiousness in cultivation;
- strong immunity;
- the fruits are shelf-stable and do not crack during storage and transportation;
- universal application.
Minuses:
- tomatoes are not used for whole-fruit canning;
- the need for support and formation.
Landing dates and rules
The date for planting tomatoes in open ground depends on the climate in the region. It is important that the threat of a return of night frosts passes.This time usually falls at the end of April or beginning of May. It is advisable for residents of the northern regions to begin agricultural work in early June. In greenhouses, the soil is prepared in the fall by plowing with the addition of fertilizers. In the spring, all you need to do is dig up the ground. The holes are made at a distance of 50-60 cm from each other. For 1 sq. m should grow up to three bushes. The depth of the hole is 25 cm, and the width is about 15 cm. A handful of onion peels, ash and compost are poured onto the bottom.
Landing algorithm:
- The root system of the seedlings is carefully straightened and, together with the earthen ball, is transferred to the hole.
- The planted sprouts are sprinkled with soil, and the root zone is compacted by hand.
- The beds are watered with settled water in the amount of 1.5 liters per plant.
After planting tomatoes for a week, do not disturb them with fertilizers or watering. The seedlings must take root.
Experienced summer residents recommend planting tomatoes on a cloudy day.
Care instructions
Minusinsky home tomatoes do not require special care. They only need timely watering, fertilizing, shaping and weeding.
General care tips:
- Vegetable crops are irrigated 3-4 times a week with settled water in the amount of 3 liters per adult bush. In hot weather, the frequency of watering is increased to 4-5 times. Overmoistening should not be allowed, as the rhizome may rot and fungal diseases may develop.
- The row spacing should be loosened after each watering with a small rake. Then soil aeration improves and moisture is retained longer. You can mulch the root zone with sawdust or straw to prevent weeds from growing.
- Tomato bushes are formed into 2-3 stems. Due to the significant height of the plants, it is necessary to organize a garter or install a support structure.
- 10 days after planting, you can feed the tomatoes. You should use organic matter: dilute a bucket of manure in 100 ml of water. If the land is poor, you cannot do without mineral compounds. As shoots grow, nitrogen will be needed, but in moderation. During the formation of ovaries and fruits, the plant needs potassium and phosphorus. Two weeks before harvesting, fertilizing continues.
For supporting structures, you can choose a ready-made wire frame from a hardware store.
Support pegs will reliably hold tomato stems during fruiting and beyond
Disease and pest control
Home Minusinsk tomatoes are rarely affected by late blight, blossom end rot and black leg. When the first symptoms are detected, the bushes are treated with Topaz, Actellik or Fufanon fungicides in accordance with the instructions. Usually 1-2 treatments are enough. Plantings can be attacked by aphids, mole crickets and Colorado potato beetles. You can get rid of them using insecticides. Fitoverm, Decis Profi or Karate Zeon are suitable.
Conclusion
Every gardener will like the Minusinsky home tomato. The fruits are incredibly tasty and are stored for a long time. The bushes are famous for their high immunity and ease of care.
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