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The tomato variety Blagovest was bred by domestic scientists. This is one of the best options for growing tomatoes indoors. Below are photos, reviews, and the productivity of the Blagovest tomato. This variety is characterized by early ripening and good yield. It is grown for sale and for personal use.
Description of the variety
The characteristics and description of the Blagovest tomato variety are as follows:
- forms a spreading bush;
- determinate variety;
- bush height up to 1.8 m;
- tendency to branch;
- grayish-green tops of medium density;
- early fruit ripening;
- 101-107 days pass from planting seeds to harvest.
The fruits of the Blagovest variety correspond to the following description:
- round shape with a smooth top;
- unripe fruits have a white-green tint;
- As the tomatoes ripen, they acquire a rich red color;
- average weight 120 g;
- with constant care, the weight of the fruit reaches 150 g;
- pronounced tomato taste.
Productivity of the variety
5.5 kg of tomatoes are harvested from one Blagovest bush. According to its characteristics and description, the tomato variety Blagovest has universal application. It is used fresh or added to homemade preparations.When canned, they do not crack, so you can pickle or salt them whole.
During transportation, Blagovest tomatoes remain fresh for a long time, so they are often grown for sale. The commercial properties of the fruit are highly valued.
Boarding order
The Blagovest variety is grown by obtaining seedlings, which are transferred to a heifer or to open areas. Regardless of the method of growing tomatoes, you need to properly prepare the soil. An area located in the open air should be suitable for planting this variety.
Obtaining seedlings
Seeds of the Blagovest variety are planted in boxes filled with soil mixture. It is prepared by combining turf soil and humus in equal proportions. You can add a little peat or sawdust to the soil.
Before planting, place the soil in a heated oven or microwave for 15 minutes. This is how it is disinfected. Another option is to water the soil with boiling water. After treatment, you can start planting seeds in two weeks. During this time, bacteria beneficial to plants will multiply.
The use of Fitosporin solution helps to stimulate the germination of seed material. Add one drop of the drug to 100 ml of water, after which the seeds are placed in the liquid for 2 hours.
Planting work is carried out in late February or early March. Boxes or containers are filled with soil, depressions up to 1 cm are made on its surface. Seeds should be placed in them in increments of 2 cm. A little earth is poured on top and watered with warm water.
Seed germination directly depends on the ambient temperature.At temperatures ranging from 25 to 30 degrees, the first shoots of the Blagovest variety will appear in a few days. At lower temperatures, seeds take longer to germinate.
When shoots appear, the seedlings are transferred to a sunny place. In conditions of short daylight hours, additional lighting is installed. Moisture is added by spraying the soil when it begins to dry out.
Growing in a greenhouse
The Blagovest tomato is transferred to the greenhouse two months after planting the seeds. Plants should be 20 cm tall and have about 6 leaves.
Two weeks before work, it is recommended to start hardening the seedlings. She is taken out into the open air for several hours. Gradually, the time spent by tomatoes in the fresh air increases. The temperature of the plants should gradually decrease to 16 degrees.
It is necessary to prepare the greenhouse for planting in the fall. Be sure to dig up the soil and add compost or humus. Superphosphate or wood ash is used as mineral fertilizer.
Leave 0.5 m between plants. Rows should be placed at a distance of 1 m from each other. Since Blagovest tomatoes grow up to 1.8 m, this scheme will ensure its normal development without unnecessary thickening.
Tomatoes are planted in holes, their depth and dimensions are 20 cm. The plant is placed in a hole, and the root system is covered with earth. Abundant watering will help improve the survival rate of tomatoes.
Planting in open ground
Tomatoes are transferred to open areas after stable warm weather has established.This growing method is suitable for the southern regions.
For tomatoes, choose beds where onions, garlic, cucumbers, and representatives of the legume family previously grew. Planting is not recommended after potatoes, eggplants, peppers and tomatoes.
The beds for tomatoes should be illuminated by the sun and have protection from the winds. To prevent the plants from burning in the sun, you need to put up a canopy.
Blagovest variety seedlings are placed in prepared holes. No more than three tomatoes are placed per square meter. It is recommended to tie the plants to a support. After transplanting, they are watered with warm water.
Tomato care
Tomato Blagovest needs standard care, which includes watering and fertilizing. As the tomatoes grow, they are tied to supports.
Watering
Tomatoes of the Blagovest variety require moderate watering. Soil humidity must be maintained at 90%. Excess moisture negatively affects plants: fruits begin to crack and diseases spread. If there is a lack of moisture, the tops sag and curl, and the inflorescences fall off.
After moving the tomatoes to a permanent place, they are given time to adapt to the new conditions. Regular watering begins a week after the procedure. Twice a week, add 3 liters of water to each tomato.
The water must first settle and warm up. Watering with cold water from a hose is unacceptable. Moisture is applied strictly at the root, preventing it from getting on the tops and stems. For watering, it is better to choose the morning or evening period, when there is no exposure to the sun.
Top dressing
The first feeding of the Blagovest variety is carried out 2 weeks after transplanting tomatoes.Nitrogen fertilizers provoke the development of green mass, so they are used in limited quantities.
Superphosphate is applied in the form of granules, which are embedded in the soil. For one square meter, 20 g of the substance is enough. A solution is prepared based on potassium sulfate (40 g per 10 liters of water), which is used to water or spray the tomatoes.
During flowering, tomatoes need boron to stimulate the formation of ovaries. For spraying, prepare a solution of boric acid. For 1 liter of water, 1 g of this substance is required. The treatment is carried out per sheet in cloudy weather.
Tying tomatoes
Blagovest tomatoes are tall, so as they grow, the bushes need to be tied to supports. The plant is tied at the top.
Another option is to install trellises, which are placed at a distance of 0.5 m from each other. A wire is stretched horizontally between the trellises every 45 cm.
Tied tomatoes have a straight stem that does not break or bend under the weight of the fruit. It is especially important to tie up plants planted in open ground, since they are susceptible to the influence of wind and rain.
Disease Control
The Blagovest variety is resistant to the main tomato diseases: late blight, cladosporiosis, mosaic. Plants are rarely attacked by pests.
The disadvantage of the variety is its susceptibility to leaf curl, which causes a change in the color of the bush. The tops become lighter, and the top becomes curly. The disease is viral in nature and cannot be treated.
If curling is detected, the tomatoes are removed and the soil is disinfected with solutions based on copper-containing preparations (Oxychom, Bordeaux mixture).
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Conclusion
Blagovest tomatoes are suitable for planting in a greenhouse if you need to get an early harvest. They are grown by seedling method. Young plants are transferred to a greenhouse, where soil and holes for planting are prepared. The fruits can be eaten fresh or used in home canning. With regular watering and fertilizing, the variety produces good yields.
