Content
The Irina tomato is a hybrid variety that pleases gardeners with a bountiful harvest and resistance to adverse environmental factors. The variety can be grown both in open ground and using specially equipped premises.
Description of the tomato variety Irina F1
This hybrid was developed at a Russian research center and registered in 2001. The variety can be cultivated in any region of the country.
The plant is classified as a determinant type: the bush grows to a certain size, after which the stem no longer develops. According to photos and reviews, Irina tomatoes reach a height of no more than 1 m. The size of the bush varies depending on the place of growth: in open ground, tomatoes are shorter than in a greenhouse.
The main stem of the variety is very thick; it bears medium-sized leaf blades of a dark green hue without pubescence.
The inflorescences are simple. The first of them is formed above the sixth leaf, the subsequent ones after 1-2 leaf plates. One inflorescence can form up to 7 fruits as it grows.
Description and taste of fruits
According to photos and reviews, the Irina tomato variety has round-shaped fruits, slightly flattened on both sides. There are no ribs on the tomatoes; they reach 6 cm in diameter. The average weight of one tomato is 110-120g.
The formed fruit has a light green color without spotting, but as it ripens it becomes dark red. Tomato Irina has a dense but thin skin. Inside the fruit there is a fleshy juicy pulp with a small amount of seeds.
The taste qualities of Irina tomatoes are high: they have a rich sweet taste (up to 3% sugar). The concentration of dry substances does not exceed the limit of 6%.
The fruits are universal in use: they are consumed fresh and used for preparing various dishes. Thanks to their dense peel, tomatoes do not lose their shape when preserved. Juices, tomato pastes and sauces made from Irina tomatoes have high taste.
The harvested crop tolerates long-term transportation well, retains its appearance and taste when stored in a dark, dry room. This makes it possible to grow tomatoes on an industrial scale.
Characteristics of tomato Irina
The variety is high-yielding: up to 9 kg of fruit can be harvested from one plant. From 1 m2 maximum fruiting is 16 kg.
The size of the fruit and the speed of its ripening depend on the growing method. In heifers equipped with heating systems, the tomatoes are larger and ripen faster. The average ripening period is 93 days from planting.
The yield is affected by the method of cultivation and care.In northern and temperate latitudes, preference should be given to greenhouses or greenhouses equipped with heaters.
In southern latitudes, high yields can be achieved by planting bushes in open ground.
The plant is highly resistant to disease. Reviews of tomatoes of the Irina variety confirm that tomatoes are not afraid of tobacco mosaic, fusarium and late blight.
Pros and cons of the variety
An adequate assessment of the strengths and weaknesses of Irina tomatoes allows you to form an objective opinion about them and choose the optimal growing method.
Benefits of tomatoes:
- early ripening of the crop;
- abundant fruiting;
- high taste and pleasant appearance;
- transportability and keeping quality;
- the ability to form an ovary under unfavorable weather conditions;
- good resistance to diseases and pests.
The main drawback, which is easy to fix, is the need for careful maintenance. It is important to carry out all agricultural manipulations in a timely manner and monitor the condition of the plant.
Rules for planting and care
When choosing a growing method, it is important to take into account the fertility of the soil and the region of residence. The yield of the variety increases if its predecessor is cabbage, legumes and mustard. It is not recommended to place tomatoes where peppers or eggplants grow.
Growing seedlings
The Irina tomato variety is a hybrid, so collecting seeds from the fruit is impossible: you need to purchase them from the manufacturer every year.
If the seed has a color different from its natural color, then the disinfection procedure is not carried out: the manufacturer has treated the tomatoes.
Undisinfected seeds germinate poorly and have low resistance to disease, so they are treated with a solution of potassium permanganate.To do this, dilute 1 g of the substance in 200 ml of water, after which the tomatoes are placed in the solution for 10 minutes. After time, the seeds are washed and dried on a gauze cloth.
Before planting, prepare containers and soil. The soil also needs to be disinfected. To do this, it is placed in an oven for calcination or spilled with a manganese solution. Chemicals may be used.
In the absence of means for disinfection, it is recommended to purchase ready-made fertile soil in specialized stores.
Wooden boxes, plastic containers or peat pots are used as containers. When growing tomatoes in improvised containers, it is necessary to make ventilation holes in them, rinse them well and dry them.
Specialized containers are easy to use and do not require preliminary preparation. A variety of containers allows you to choose the best option for planting tomatoes.
Before planting seeds, the soil is compacted and moistened, the tomatoes are placed in holes up to 2 cm deep, and covered with soil on top. At the end of the procedure, transfer the containers to a warm and sunny place.
The first shoots appear 7-10 days after sowing. Caring for plantings involves watering them in a timely manner. When planting seeds in a common container, it is necessary to pick Irina tomatoes. The procedure is carried out after the appearance of two true leaves.
Transplanting seedlings
The first stage of transferring a plant to the ground is hardening. According to photos and reviews, the Irina tomato variety takes root well if you gradually accustom it to low temperatures. To do this, containers with tomatoes are taken out into the open air, gradually increasing the time spent in outdoor conditions.
Tomatoes are planted in the ground 1-2 months after the sprouts appear. The soil for tomatoes should be fertile; it is recommended to choose a site on the south side, inaccessible to drafts.
Before the procedure, the ground is cleared of debris, loosened and spilled with a solution of copper sulfate. After the soil dries, it is dug up and fertilizers are applied.
Before planting in the garden, seedlings are sprayed with insecticides and placed in holes according to the scheme: per 1 m2 no more than 4 bushes.
Tomato care
An important stage of agricultural technology is the formation of tomatoes Irina. Despite unlimited growth, the stems of the bush bend under the weight of the fruit, so staking them is required. Neglecting the procedure will result in damage to the trunk, which will lead to the death of the plant.
To increase fruiting, tomatoes are pinched: young shoots are removed. This variety is recommended to be formed into 1-2 trunks. For this, the strongest shoot is left.
With the correct formation of the Irina tomato variety, further care consists of timely watering, loosening and fertilizing with fertilizers.
The bed is mulched with sand or straw, the soil in it is moistened with warm, settled water 2-3 times a week, taking into account weather conditions.
Fertilizing is carried out during flowering, ovary formation and fruit ripening. Manure or mullein diluted in water in a ratio of 1:10 is used as fertilizer. It is recommended to additionally add phosphorus-potassium preparations to the soil.
The Irina tomato variety has high immunity, but taking preventive measures can reduce the risk of any diseases. They consist of regularly ventilating the greenhouse and removing affected shoots or leaf plates.
It is recommended to treat Irina tomatoes with a 1% solution of Fitosporin. To prevent fungal diseases, solutions of fungicides Ordan and Ridomil are used.
Conclusion
Irina tomatoes are a high-yielding crop, characterized by high immunity to disease and resistance to adverse weather conditions. The variety is excellent for personal use and industrial cultivation. Tomatoes are cultivated in any region of Russia.
Reviews of tomato Irina F1
