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Tomato Nastena F1 is one of the most popular early ripening varieties. The variety received love from gardeners for its high yield, small, compact bush and ease of care. Due to its high yield, the variety is grown on an industrial scale and in summer cottages.
Detailed description of the variety
Nasten tomatoes are an early-ripening hybrid bred by Russian scientists in 2008. During testing, the variety showed high yield and unpretentiousness, thanks to which the plant began to be grown on an industrial scale.
Tomato Nastena F1 is a determinate variety (growth limitation). An adult plant forms a sparsely leafed, powerful bush up to 1 m high. Thanks to the sparse dark green foliage, the bush is well ventilated, and each fruit receives the required amount of sunlight.
Tomato Nastena, according to gardeners, is an early ripening variety. No more than 3 months pass from emergence to harvest. The first flower raceme grows above the 6th leaf, the subsequent ones appear every 2nd leaf.
Description and taste of fruits
Nastena F1 tomatoes are a high-yielding variety. Each flower cluster produces from 6 to 8 juicy, tasty fruits. The fleshy, red pulp is surrounded by a dense but thin peel, thanks to which the crop is well transported over long distances and has good shelf life.
The round-flattened, red fruits weigh up to 300 g. Thanks to the small number of seeds, the Nastena tomato variety is used for whole canning and preparing vegetable salads.
Varietal characteristics
Nasten tomatoes, according to gardeners, are a high-yielding variety. Subject to agrotechnical rules, from 1 sq. m you can remove up to 15 kg of juicy and sweet harvest. Yields are affected not only by varietal characteristics, but also by climatic conditions. When growing tomatoes under film cover, fruiting increases. But when growing tomatoes in open beds, the fruits grow juicier and sweeter.
The Nastena tomato variety tolerates minor climate changes and high humidity. The variety also has strong immunity to late blight, Alternaria and verticillium.
To protect tomatoes from the sudden onset of diseases, it is necessary to take preventive measures:
- observe crop rotation;
- tear off the lower leaves so that they do not touch the ground;
- carry out timely weeding;
- Before planting seeds, treat the soil;
- ventilate the greenhouse more often;
- purchase only high-quality planting material.
If you follow the rules of care, the tomato is not afraid of either diseases or insect pests.
Pros and cons of the variety
The Nastena F1 tomato variety, judging by the reviews and photos, consists of only advantages. These include:
- high yield, the variety can be grown for sale;
- large fruit;
- forms a low leafy bush;
- good presentation and taste;
- small number of seeds;
- ease of care;
- good transportability and keeping quality;
- resistance to diseases and cold snaps;
- can grow in open beds and under film cover;
- does not form stepchildren.
No deficiencies were identified in the variety.
Rules for planting and care
The quality and quantity of the harvest depends on the right location and timely prepared bed. The Nastena variety is so unpretentious that it can be grown by novice gardeners.
Growing seedlings
It is profitable to grow the determinant variety Nastena; it is capable of setting fruit in any conditions. When grown in the south, the seeds are sown directly into the ground; in regions with short summers, Nasten F1 tomatoes, according to gardeners, are better grown through seedlings.
To obtain strong and healthy seedlings, it is necessary to prepare the soil and planting material. Soil for planting seeds can be bought at the store, or you can prepare it at home. To do this, mix peat and sand in a ratio of 3:1.
To prevent an adult plant from getting sick, the seeds must undergo a disinfection stage before sowing. To do this, the seed can be soaked for 10 minutes in a weak solution of potassium permanganate or a warm solution of water and hydrogen peroxide (100 ml of water and 3 ml of peroxide).
For planting, you can use peat or plastic cups, 10 cm high boxes or peat tablets. When planting in boxes and plastic cups, the containers must be scalded with boiling water.
The prepared containers are filled with nutritious soil, the seeds are spilled and buried to 1.5 cm. The crops are covered with polyethylene or glass to create a microclimate favorable for germination and put in a warm place. After the emergence of seedlings, the shelter is removed and the seedlings are transferred to a well-lit place. Since the seeds are sown at the end of March, it is necessary to install additional lighting.
After the appearance of 3 true leaves, the seedlings are planted in separate containers of larger volume, deepening the plant to the cotyledon leaves.
Before transplanting tomatoes to a permanent place, it is necessary to harden them. To do this, the tomatoes are taken out into the open air, for the first time for 5 minutes, then increasing the stay time by 5 minutes daily.
Transplanting seedlings
Seedlings ready for planting should be 30 cm high and have a flower cluster. Before planting, dig up the soil, add humus, wood ash and crushed eggshells.
In the prepared bed, holes are made at a distance of 50 cm from each other. The best predecessors for the Nasten tomato are legumes, cereals and pumpkin crops. After potatoes, peppers and eggplants, tomatoes can be planted after 3 years.
The planting hole is shed generously with settled, warm water. Next, the seedlings are carefully removed from the cup and planted at right angles to the ground. The plant is covered with earth, compacted, watered and mulched. You can use straw, grass clippings or sawdust as mulch. Mulch is an assistant to the gardener, as it:
- retains moisture;
- doesn't allow it to germinate weeds;
- nourishes the soil;
- protects the root system from sunburn.
To prevent the plant from being attacked by insect pests, you can plant herbs, calendula and marigolds next to the tomatoes.
Tomato care
Caring for the Nastena tomato variety is simple; it involves watering and fertilizing.
The first watering with warm, settled water is carried out 2 weeks after planting the seedlings. Further, abundant irrigation is necessary:
- during flowering;
- during the period of fruit formation and ripening.
Since tomatoes are a moisture-loving plant, 3 liters of water are poured under each bush. After watering, the soil is loosened and mulched.
Fertilizing is necessary for the Nastena tomato to form large fruits. Fertilizers are applied during flowering, during the formation and ripening of fruits. Complex mineral and organic fertilizers are used as fertilizer.
Tomato variety Nastena greatly simplifies the gardener’s work:
- he does not develop stepchildren;
- it does not need to be formed;
- A garter is necessary only if a large number of fruits are formed on the hand.
Additional care when growing in a greenhouse:
- regular ventilation;
- compliance with temperature and humidity conditions;
- artificial pollination;
- timely removal of weeds;
- disease prevention;
- Regular collection of fruits to increase fruiting.
For better fruit set, greenhouse tomatoes require artificial pollination. To do this, pollinating insects are attracted, frequent ventilation is carried out in windy weather, and the bush is shaken daily.
In order for the plant to receive more light, it is necessary to remove the leaves under each flower ovary.You can cut no more than 3 leaves per week.
Conclusion
Tomato Nastena F1 is a godsend for the gardener, as it is unpretentious, has no drawbacks, and is resistant to many diseases. But, despite its ideality, the variety, like any plant, requires care and timely care. With a minimum of effort and time, you can get a generous, tasty and aromatic harvest.
