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The Minusinsk giant pink tomato is a new variety that is still rarely found on sale. It is distinguished by its large fruit, pleasant taste, stable yield and increased resistance to temperature fluctuations. In order for the performance of a new species to correspond to its characteristics, it is necessary to adhere to the rules of cultivation in accordance with the requirements of the crop.
When and who brought it out
This variety is the property of folk selection. It was obtained by crossing the best Minusinsk tomatoes. There is no reliable information about who and when exactly developed this variety. It can only be purchased from gardeners engaged in the cultivation and sale of collectible crops.
The Minusinsk pink giant tomato is not included in the State Register of Breeding Achievements, and an application for variety testing was not submitted.
Description and characteristics of the Minusinsk giant tomato
This tomato belongs to the category of indeterminate, that is, with unlimited growth in the presence of favorable conditions. The height of the plant in the garden bed reaches 2.5 m per season, and in a greenhouse - 3 m. It is recommended to grow the Minusinsk tomato in 1-2 stems with obligatory tying them to a support. Throughout the growing season it needs pinching.
The shoots are strong and powerful. The leaves are standard in shape, slightly wrinkled, matte, dark green in color. The inflorescence of the Minusinsk tomato is complex, the stalk has an articulation. In this variety, the first brush is laid above the 8-9 leaf, and then every two plates. It consists of 3-5 ovaries.
Fruits in the cluster of the Minusinsk giant of different sizes
The tomatoes are flat-round and large. The average weight of tomatoes is 300-600 g, but there are also specimens weighing up to 900 g. When ripe, tomatoes acquire a rich, uniform pink hue. There is no light spot at the base of the stalk of the Minusinsk giant.
The skin of tomatoes is thin and resistant to cracking. The pulp is fleshy, sugary, and has a sweetish taste. Inside tomatoes there are 5-6 small seed chambers. The dry matter content in Minusinsk giant tomatoes is 4-5%.
Maturation period
This variety belongs to mid-season tomatoes. The first tomatoes ripen in 110-125 days. The Minusinsk pink giant bears fruit from late July-early August until frost. But in early September, it is necessary to remove the growth point of the shoots in order to allow all the fruits on them to ripen in a timely manner.
Tomato yield Minusinsk giant
The variety is considered high-yielding. Up to 10 kg of fruits can be harvested from one plant, and the level of commercial fruits is 95%.
Giant tomatoes are capable of ripening. Therefore, it is recommended to remove them with the stalk and keep them in a room with a temperature of +6 degrees. In such conditions, the Minusinsk tomato harvest can be preserved for up to two months.
In the giant, the ripening of tomatoes in the hand is not simultaneous
Resistance to adverse factors
Due to its Siberian origin, this tomato is not susceptible to temperature changes. It is also able to withstand short-term drought. However, the Minusinsk giant does not respond well to swampy soil, which can lead to rotting of the root system.
In what regions is it grown?
The variety, according to gardeners, consistently produces good harvests in the central, northern regions, as well as in the North-West region of the country. It can be cultivated in the Urals and Siberia.
Purpose and application
The sweetish taste of Minusinsk giant tomatoes and fleshy, juicy pulp make them suitable for fresh consumption.
The fruits are suitable for summer salads with herbs.
The giant can also be used for preparing winter preparations by cutting tomatoes into pieces. Based on Minusinsk pink giant tomatoes, you can prepare juice, puree, paste, and sauce. During heat treatment, the tomato pulp retains its consistency.
Advantages and disadvantages
Judging by the reviews online, tomatoes have many advantages. But the Minusinsk giant also has disadvantages. Therefore, it is worth studying in advance all the pros and cons of the type.
Minusinsk giant tomatoes can be dried
Main advantages:
- high productivity of bushes;
- excellent taste properties;
- long fruiting period;
- tomatoes are prone to ripening;
- possibility of long-term storage of crops;
- transportability;
- versatility of application;
- increased resistance to temperature fluctuations.
Flaws:
- bushes need to be shaped;
- the plant needs support;
- places increased demands on watering and fertilizing;
- different fruit sizes.
Rules for planting and care
Due to the long growing season of the Minusinsk tomato, the seedling method of cultivation is recommended. Its seeds need to be planted in the first half of March, so that by the time the seedlings are transferred to a permanent place, they will be 55-60 days old.
Planting the seeds of the Minusinsk giant must be done in a wide container 7-10 cm high with holes for moisture removal. To grow tomatoes, it is worth preparing a nutritious, loose substrate that is neutral or slightly acidic. It should include two parts of turf, and 1 each of sand, peat, and leaf soil. Additionally, you need to add a pinch of perlite to the soil and mix all components thoroughly.
The optimal sowing depth for the Minusinsk giant is 0.5-0.7 cm. The seeds must be spread at a distance of 1-1.5 cm from each other. After planting, it is recommended to cover the container with a transparent film and keep it in a dark place at a temperature of +22-24 degrees until germination. The variety's sprouts appear on days 5-7.
The germination rate of seeds with proper storage is 88-90%
When sprouts appear promptly, the container should be placed on an eastern or east-west windowsill, lowering the temperature to +20 degrees, which will activate the development of roots in seedlings.After a week, the giant seedlings must be gradually adapted to the environment and the film must be completely removed. Caring for crops at this stage involves only dosed watering. When two true leaves appear, the seedlings need to be planted in separate glasses. And 10 days after the procedure, it is recommended to carry out the first feeding of seedlings with Kemira Lux.
You can transplant giant seedlings into the greenhouse at the end of April, and into the garden bed in mid-late May. The recommended planting scheme for the variety is 3 seedlings per 1 sq. m area. During the procedure, supports should be installed immediately.
Watering Minusinsk giant tomatoes should be done 2-3 times every 7 days, pouring 20-20 liters of water under each bush. And during periods of prolonged drought, it is recommended to mulch tomatoes with peat, which will prevent overheating of the roots.
At the beginning of growth, you need to leave the upper stepson, and then remove all the rest. This makes it possible to form a Minusinsk pink giant bush into two shoots.
The giant needs proper feeding. Therefore, after transplanting and rooting the seedlings, you need to fertilize the bushes with chicken droppings (1:15) or mullein (1:10). Subsequently, giant tomatoes need to be fed every 14 days, using phosphorus-potassium mineral mixtures. Also, caring for the variety involves hilling the bushes at the beginning of the growing season to strengthen their root system.
Prevention of diseases and pests
The Minusinsk pink giant has high natural immunity. But unfavorable weather can reduce its stability.Therefore, throughout the growing season, it is recommended to spray the bushes with fungicides every two weeks, alternating them. For processing you can use Quadris, Cuprozan, Ridomild Gold, Champion.
Tomatoes can be bothered by aphids and whiteflies. To destroy pests, you need to spray the plants with Fufanon and Fitoverm.
The variety does not develop well when planted in partial shade.
Conclusion
The Minusinsk giant tomato is a worthy representative of salad crops that are ideal for fresh consumption. To grow it successfully, you need to take care of plant supports, as well as follow the care recommendations. Only in this case can you count on a good tomato harvest.
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