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There are many varieties of tomatoes designed for growing in greenhouses or in the garden. The Minusinsky improved selection tomato is considered one of the most popular. Before planting a vegetable crop, you should familiarize yourself with its characteristics, the specifics of cultivation, and the nuances of care. This will help you get excellent results.
History of appearance
The Siberian selection variety can be planted in the garden in mid-April, since the bushes are frost-resistant
Tomatoes were bred in the south of Siberia; they began to be grown in 1829 by the exiled Decembrists. The variety Improved Selection appeared in the city of Minusinsk, thanks to the work of breeder I. Starukhin. He managed to develop a special vegetable crop that is resistant to the Siberian cold. The seed producer is the agricultural company “Ural Summer Resident”.
Description and characteristics of tomato Minusinsk improved selection
Tomato Minusinsky improved selection is an indeterminate plant with an average ripening period. It can be grown in greenhouses or open ground. The Siberian variety can be cultivated for personal consumption, as well as for sale. Tomatoes Minusinsk improved selection require regular watering and the application of complex fertilizers. Vegetable crops are sensitive to a lack of boron and potassium in the soil.
Description of culture:
- This is a tall plant that grows up to 1.5 m when not formed. The stems are strong and reliably hold the fruits. The foliage is moderate, the leaves are pointed at the ends. They are rich green, with a smooth surface. There is slight pubescence on the foliage.
- Tomatoes are formed elongated, elongated, with a characteristic spout. The color of the fruit is classic red, the skin is smooth. It is durable and prevents tomatoes from cracking during storage and transportation. The weight of one fruit Minusinsky improved selection is 250-300 g.
- Tomatoes are famous for their excellent sweetish taste with slight sourness. Tasters rated the Minusinsk improved selection at 4.5 points.
- The tomatoes are fleshy inside, without voids. There are few seeds in the chambers.
Ripening and fruiting
Minusinsk tomatoes, improved by selection, ripen 100-110 days after the appearance of the first shoots. The harvest begins in early July and continues until mid-September.
Tomato yield Minusinsk improved selection
Minusinsky improved selection is a high-yielding variety that produces up to 10 kg of tomatoes from one bush. From 1 sq. m can be collected up to 15-18 kg. The tomatoes are long-lasting and do not crack.The harvest should be stored in a cool place. There the fruits retain their appearance for up to 1.5 months.
Disease resistance
The Siberian variety of tomatoes is famous for its good immunity to common diseases. Also, bushes are rarely attacked by pests. Strong protective properties are ensured by the presence of proper immunity. The tomatoes must also grow in a suitable place.
It is recommended to begin treatment of diseases when the first symptoms are detected
Where is it grown?
Vegetables can be grown throughout Russia in open ground. Tomatoes are poorly adapted to greenhouse conditions.
Methods of application
From Minusinsk improved selection tomatoes you can prepare summer salads and holiday appetizers for the table. They are great for winter preparations, making vegetable juices, purees, and tomato paste. Tomatoes are also used for preservation, but not as whole fruits due to their large size.
Advantages and disadvantages
Tomato Minusinsky improved selection does not grow well in greenhouses. The variety was originally bred for cultivation in open ground.
Tomatoes are one of the most moisture-loving crops; they do not tolerate drought well.
Pros:
- high yield rates;
- presentable appearance;
- strong frost resistance;
- good immunity to diseases and beetle infestations;
- dense peel that does not allow cracking;
- good keeping quality of the crop;
- high content of useful microelements and vitamins.
Minuses:
- the need for tying and pinching;
- demands on the soil.
Landing dates and rules
Minusinsky improved selection tomatoes are recommended to be planted in mid-April (10-15th). It is not necessary to wait for the threat of return of night frosts to pass, since the variety is frost-resistant.Two weeks before planting, the soil is plowed using a shovel. It is worth choosing an area that is well lit by the sun and protected from drafts. It is important to follow the rules of crop rotation. Legumes, carrots, and onions are considered good predecessors of tomatoes. You should not plant them after potatoes. You can plant green manure nearby to repel pests.
A neutral level of soil acidity is considered optimal. If the soil is too dense, you can dilute it with river sand. Before planting, seedlings should be treated with Epin. The holes are prepared 2-3 days before planting. They should be 50*70 cm in size. Crushed eggshells, bird droppings and peat are poured onto the bottom.
Landing algorithm:
- The root system of tomato seedlings is carefully straightened and placed in the hole in the middle. The bushes need to be covered with soil and compacted by hand.
- Planted tomatoes from Minusinsk improved selection are watered with settled water in the amount of 1.5 liters per plant.
- The root circle is plowed with a small rake after watering.
You can mulch Minusinsky improved selection tomatoes with straw, peat or spruce branches.
It is better to buy tomato seedlings from trusted sellers on the market or in garden stores
Care instructions
Siberian tomatoes are easy to care for, the main thing is to follow a schedule. They need timely watering, fertilizing, weeding and shaping.
Care algorithm:
- The vegetable crop is irrigated at the root 2-3 times a week with water at room temperature. You can add a little manganese there to disinfect the soil. In hot weather, tomatoes are watered 4-5 times a week. The top layer of soil should not be allowed to dry out.
- Tomatoes of Siberian selection are fed with “Rich Garden” 2-3 times during the growing season.Additionally, nitrogen is added at the beginning of the growth of green mass. Potassium and phosphorus are required during the formation of ovaries and fruits. Among folk remedies, yeast, Bordeaux mixture, and wood ash are used.
- The row spacing is weeded after each watering with a small rake. After the procedure, moisture is retained longer.
- When the bushes bear fruit, it is recommended to tie them to a support. Then the stems will not bend to the ground under the weight of the fruit.
- Hilling is carried out after the first flower cluster has faded.
- The tops of tomato bushes are pinched and the side shoots are removed.
Any manipulations with the bush should be carried out with disinfected garden shears or pruning shears
Disease and pest control
Minusinsky improved selection tomatoes need to be sprayed with biological products to prevent diseases and pest attacks. Ridomil, Tomato Rescuer and Strobi are considered effective remedies. The most common diseases are late blight, blackleg and powdery mildew. Among the pests, aphids, mole crickets, and Colorado potato beetles attack the beds.
Conclusion
Tomato Minusinsky improved selection is widely popular in the CIS countries. Tomatoes are easy to grow; the bushes take root well in open ground. The main thing is to follow the rules of care and choose the optimal place for planting.
Reviews from gardeners about the Minusinsky improved selection tomato
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