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Krasnobai tomatoes are a high-yielding hybrid. The variety is grown for fresh consumption or for processing. Since 2008, the variety has been registered in the state register. Krasnobay tomatoes are planted under a glass or film shelter.
Botanical description
Characteristics and description of the Krasnobay tomato variety:
- mid-late ripening;
- indeterminate standard variety;
- 120-125 days pass from planting to harvest;
- bush height from 1.5 m;
- average leaf sizes;
- the first inflorescence develops above leaves 9-11.
The fruits of the Krasnobai variety have a number of characteristic features:
- round, slightly flattened shape;
- dense smooth skin;
- rich red color;
- weight from 250 to 350 g;
- maximum weight – 500 g;
- dry matter concentration – up to 5.1%.
From 1 sq. m of plantings, up to 8 kg of fruits are harvested, subject to agricultural practices. The fruits last a long time and are suitable for long-term transportation. When picking Krasnobay tomatoes at the stage of technical maturity, they are left at home until ready.
According to reviews, photos and yields, the Krasnobay tomato is suitable for growing in garden plots and farms.Tomatoes are used for fresh consumption, preparing appetizers, salads, soups, sauces, and main courses. In home canning, the fruits are used to make salads, pickles, and tomato juice for the winter.
Tomato seedlings
Krasnobay tomatoes are grown by seedlings. First, seeds are planted at home. Tomatoes develop quickly when provided with temperature and watering conditions.
Preparing for landing
To plant Krasnobay tomatoes, prepare soil consisting of garden soil and humus. The required substrate can be obtained by combining peat, sand and turf soil in a ratio of 7:1:1. It is permissible to use soil sold in gardening stores or peat tablets.
The soil must be treated to get rid of pests and pathogens. It is placed in the oven for 15-20 minutes. Additionally, the soil is watered with a weak solution of potassium permanganate.
If the planting material is covered with a colored shell, then it is immediately planted in the ground. This shell contains a complex of nutrients necessary for the germination and development of Krasnobay tomatoes.
The seeds are deepened into moist soil to a depth of 1-1.5 cm. A layer of peat or fertile soil is poured on top. The plantings are covered with glass or film, and for the next few days they are kept in a warm and dark place.
Conditions for seedlings
The development of Krasnobay tomato seedlings occurs under certain environmental conditions:
- Temperature. Tomatoes are provided with a temperature regime of 20-25 °C during the day and 15-18 °C at night.
- Ventilation. The room with plants is regularly ventilated. However, tomatoes should not be exposed to drafts.
- Watering.Tomatoes are watered with settled water using a sprayer after the first leaf appears. When Krasnobai tomatoes have formed 4-5 leaves, they are watered 2 times a week. It is necessary to monitor soil moisture, which contributes to the spread of diseases.
- Lighting. Tomatoes must have access to sunlight for 12 hours. If necessary, provide additional lighting and install phytolamps.
2 weeks before transferring the Krasnobay variety to a permanent place, hardening of the plants begins. They are taken out onto the balcony or loggia. At first, the tomatoes stay in the fresh air for 2 hours, gradually increasing this period.
Landing in the ground
Tomatoes that have reached a height of 30-40 cm are suitable for transfer to a permanent place. The plants already have 5-7 fully formed leaves and a powerful root system.
The place for planting tomatoes in Krasnobay is chosen in the fall. The best predecessors for tomatoes are cucumbers, cabbage, carrots, beets, onions, garlic, and legumes. Planting is not carried out in beds where peppers, potatoes, and eggplants grew.
In the greenhouse, the top layer of soil in which insects and pathogens overwinter is removed. To disinfect the greenhouse, use Bordeaux mixture or a solution of potassium permanganate.
Krasnobay tomatoes are carried along with a lump of earth. Leave 40 cm between plants. When organizing several rows, make a gap of 60 cm.
The roots of Krasnobay tomatoes are covered with earth, which is compacted a little. Be sure to water the plants and tie them to a support.
Tomato care
Tomatoes are cared for by watering and fertilizing.According to the description and reviews, Krasnobay tomatoes are formed by removing the stepsons to obtain a high yield. Preventive treatments help prevent the spread of diseases and pests.
Watering plants
Krasnobay tomatoes are watered weekly. Settled water heated in barrels is suitable for irrigation. Water is applied at the roots of plants, preventing it from getting on the leaves and stems.
The intensity of watering depends on the stage of development of tomatoes. Before the inflorescences form, they are watered with 4 liters of water. During the flowering period, tomatoes are watered using 2 liters of water every 3-4 days.
After watering, loosen the soil. This way plants absorb moisture and nutrients better. Mulching the beds with peat or humus helps maintain a high level of moisture.
Fertilizer application
Krasnobay tomatoes are fed 3-4 times during the season. There should be 14 days between procedures.
The first application of fertilizers occurs 7-10 days after transferring the plants to a permanent place. To feed the Krasnobay variety, a mixture of organic and mineral fertilizers is used. First, a solution is prepared consisting of mullein and water in a ratio of 1:10. 20 g of superphosphate is added to the resulting fertilizer.
When flowering, Krasnobay tomatoes are treated with a solution of boric acid. For 2 liters of water, 2 g of substance is required. Spraying stimulates the formation of ovaries and improves the taste of the fruit.
After 2-3 weeks, repeat phosphorus-potassium feeding. The solution is applied to the roots of plants in the morning or evening.
Bush formation
According to its characteristics and description, the Krasnobay tomato variety is tall. Proper formation of tomatoes ensures a high yield and avoids overcrowding of plantings. The plant is formed into 1 stem.
Excess inflorescences are removed manually. Leave no more than 5 flowers on the brush. At the end of the growing season, pinch off the growing point. 7 brushes are left on the bushes.
Protection from diseases and pests
The Krasnobay variety is resistant to fusarium, cladosporiosis, and tobacco mosaic virus. Viral diseases are the most dangerous for tomatoes because they cannot be treated. The affected bushes are removed, and the place where the tomatoes are planted is changed.
At high humidity, fungal diseases develop on tomatoes. They are identified by dark spots that appear on the stems, tops and fruits.
Among the pests, Krasnobay tomatoes attract gall midges, aphids, whiteflies, and mole crickets. Insects are controlled by spraying the plantings with insecticides.
Folk remedies include tobacco dust or wood ash, which are sprayed over the beds. Home-made preparations based on soda, onion and garlic peels are effective.
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Conclusion
According to the description and reviews, Krasnobay tomatoes are suitable for planting in a greenhouse or in open areas. The variety has good taste and large fruit size. The variety is resistant to viral diseases. To prevent fungal diseases, follow the rules of agricultural technology.
