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One of the relatively new and very productive varieties is the Mishka Kosolapy tomato. This tomato is distinguished by its large size, fleshy structure and excellent taste - this is why Russian gardeners love it. You can grow the Mishka Kosolapy tomato variety in almost all regions of the country. The productivity of tomatoes is directly related to agricultural practices, so the summer resident will have to work hard to grow a lot of large tomatoes.
Characteristics and descriptions of the tomato variety Mishka Kosolapy can be found in this article. Here are reviews from those who planted these tomatoes on their plots.
Characteristics of the variety
The tomato is a mid-season variety, so the fruits have time to ripen in the beds of the middle zone (in the Moscow region, in particular). In more northern regions, growing the variety in greenhouses is preferable.
The bushes are tall, indeterminate type: the tops of the plants must be pinched to stop the growth of the bush. The leaves on tomatoes are small and dark green in color. The tomatoes themselves grow in clusters, in each of which 4-5 fruits ripen at the same time.
Tomatoes grow large, the average fruit weight is 600 grams. Tomatoes weighing about 900 grams are often found. The shape of the tomato is round, sometimes resembling a heart. The pulp is very fleshy, tomatoes have a lot of juice and very few seeds. The peel of the fruit is thin, but at the same time quite dense - Mishka Kosolapy tomatoes rarely crack.
During the ripening period, tomatoes of this variety sharply change their color from green to red. A distinctive feature of the variety is the bright red pulp; towards the core of the fruit, the color of the pulp becomes even richer. The taste of tomatoes is very good, sweet and sour, the fruit contains a large amount of sugars.
The tomato variety Mishka Clubfoot has its advantages:
- high productivity;
- large and very tasty fruits;
- the possibility of growing both in a greenhouse and in open ground;
- high resistance to diseases characteristic of tomatoes.
The description of the variety would be incomplete without mentioning the minor disadvantages of these tomatoes:
- the bush is very susceptible to proper formation - the yield of tomatoes strongly depends on proper pinching of shoots;
- for a good harvest, the soil must be very nutritious;
- Like all indeterminate heart-shaped tomatoes, Mishka Clubfoot has weak and long shoots, so the bushes should be tied up.
Varieties
This variety has four varieties, which differ in the external color of the fruit.The taste qualities of multi-colored tomatoes are almost the same, but there are some differences:
Teddy Bear Yellow
Tall bushes, reaching 190 cm. The fruits grow large (about 800 grams) and have a pronounced heart shape. The tomatoes have a rich taste, the flesh is fleshy and tender. Tomatoes are resistant to most fungal and viral infections.
Orange tomato
It is also quite a powerful and tall plant. It is recommended to form the bushes into two stems, the remaining stepsons are removed. The shape of the tomato is heart-shaped, the edges of the fruit are clearly visible. The color of the tomatoes is beautiful - deep orange. A distinctive feature of this variety is its strong “tomato” aroma.
Teddy Bear Pink
They are distinguished by not very tall bushes - up to 150 cm. The shape of raspberry tomatoes is teardrop-shaped, elongated. The average weight of the fruit is 700 grams; larger tomatoes are often found. The pink variety is valued for its very high yield.
Teddy Bear Red
Grows better in closed greenhouses and greenhouses than on the ground. Tomatoes grow large, have a heart shape, their taste is very pleasant, sweet, without acid.
Features of cultivation
In principle, Mishka Kosolapy tomatoes are grown in the same way as other varieties of tomatoes. To get a decent harvest, you need to provide proper care for your tomatoes.
Growing seedlings
It is preferable to grow the variety in seedlings. Seeds for seedlings are usually sown in the last ten days of March. You can purchase special soil for seedlings, or you can simply mix garden soil with wood ash, peat and superphosphate.
The tomato seeds are buried only 1-2 cm, sprinkled with dry sifted soil on top and lightly sprayed with water. After this, the container with tomatoes is covered with a lid or plastic wrap and put in a warm place for germination.
When green sprouts appear under the film, the cover is removed and the seedlings are placed on a windowsill or other bright place.
To keep tomato seedlings strong and healthy, they must be watered regularly and provided with sufficient light. A few weeks before transplanting to a permanent location, tomato seedlings are hardened off, gradually increasing the time they spend outside.
Tomatoes are fertilized at least three times with mineral complexes for tomato seedlings.
Planting tomatoes
Tomato seedlings Mishka Kosolapy are transplanted into the greenhouse at the age of two months. By this time, the tomatoes should have a thick and powerful stem, as well as 6-7 true leaves. Usually, planting in a greenhouse takes place at the end of April or early May.
The greenhouse planting pattern is 30x50 cm. You should definitely think through the bush tying system in advance. During the growth process, the stems of each tomato are carefully wrapped with thick thread.
Tomatoes of this variety are planted in open ground in early June. Since the variety is tall, it is necessary to leave at least half a meter between rows, the distance between neighboring bushes in a row should be 40 cm. The growth point of seedlings is pinched and damaged or weak leaves are torn off.
How to care for tomatoes
Tall tomatoes with large and tasty fruits require simple but regular care:
- Bushes are necessary form, performing pinching and pinching of side shoots and growth points. As a rule, the Mishka Kosolapy tomato is grown with one or two stems; the remaining shoots need to be broken off.
- Like all tomatoes, this variety loves water, so water You need tomatoes often and in abundance. It is best to do this in the evening, using only warm water.
- Tomatoes are recommended both in greenhouses and in open ground mulchto reduce moisture evaporation. Forest litter, straw, sawdust, humus or grass clippings are suitable as mulch. You can also use an inorganic covering material, such as black film or spunbond.
- Bushes are necessary form, performing pinching and pinching of side shoots and growth points. As a rule, the Mishka Kosolapy tomato is grown with one or two stems; the remaining shoots need to be broken off.
- Since the large-fruited variety loves nutritious soil, throughout the season you need fertilize bushes with mineral or organic components. Any fertilizer will do, but it is better to avoid fresh manure, as it only simulates the growth of green mass and will reduce the yield.
- Tomato Bear Clubfoot is resistant to late blight and fungal infections, but this variety can be affected by rot. To avoid rotting of the bushes, it is recommended to loosen the soil more often, remove weeds, tear off the lower leaves of the tomato, use mulch. Bushes as needed process insecticides.
Caring for Mishka Kosolapy tomatoes is not at all difficult, but it should not be neglected, as this will immediately affect the harvest.
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Conclusion
The Tomato Bear Clubfoot has a lot of advantages, the most important of which are high yield, excellent taste and disease resistance. Despite this, many gardeners note the “capriciousness” of this tomato: the bushes need to be constantly rooted, fertilized, mulched, and fought with gray and white rot throughout the growing season.
The variety is recommended for growing in greenhouses or garden beds in the south of the country. Only those who can pay a lot of attention to the plantings and provide regular care should choose the Mishka Kosolapy tomato. Then the tomato harvest will be generous and will delight any gardener.
