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Tomato Treasure of the Incas is a large-fruited variety of the Solanaceae family. Gardeners highly value it for its unpretentious care, high yields and tasty large fruits.
Description of the tomato variety Treasure of the Incas
The Treasure of the Incas tomato variety is a successful result of the breeding work of the agro-industrial company “Partner” in 2017. This hybrid was included in the State Register of the Russian Federation in 2018 and recommended for cultivation throughout Russia.
According to the description of the tomato variety Treasure of the Incas, the time from the first sprouting of seeds to full ripening is no more than 3 months. The tomatoes are early ripening, juicy and large. The bush is of indeterminate type, characterized by rapid, powerful growth from 180 to 200 cm. It is resistant to night temperature changes, therefore ideal for growing in central Russia. The Treasure of the Incas variety is suitable not only for open ground, but also for protected ground (greenhouses and greenhouses).
The leaves are rich green, large and spreading. The thick stem of the plant is designed to support the weight of ripe fruit.
The first flower cluster on the main stem is formed after the 9th – 12th leaf.Beautiful large inflorescences attract many bees, so the Treasure of the Incas variety has no problems with pollination.
The plant continues to grow and flower until the end of the growing season. In autumn, with the onset of the first frosts, the tomato bush slows down its development.
Brief description and taste of the fruit
The first tomato inflorescence with fruits is formed above the 8th leaf, the subsequent ones - every 3 leaves. One ovary can contain from 4 to 6 fruits. Ripe tomatoes have a conical shape. In terms of the number of seed chambers, the Treasure of the Incas variety is classified as multi-chambered.
According to the photo and description of the Partner company, the Treasure of the Incas tomato variety produces large fruits of yellow-orange color, with a recognizable crimson crown at the top and red veins. Unripe fruits have a light green color.
The weight of one tomato can reach from 250 to 700 grams. When cut open, the stalk does not have a green spot, the skin is dense and glossy. Ripe tomatoes contain a lot of sugars. The yellowish fruits have a good taste and fleshiness, so it is better to eat them fresh.
Varietal characteristics
The Treasure of the Incas variety is a champion among varieties of early ripening tomatoes. The harvest ripens in late May - early June. The fruiting period ends with the first frost. Subject to proper care, watering and timely fertilizing, the yield per 1 sq. m.is:
- in open ground - about 14 kg;
- in greenhouses and greenhouses - up to 20 kg.
These figures are considered quite high. Yields can be increased through balanced feeding, regular moderate watering and timely removal of diseased leaves to prevent diseases.
The Treasure of the Incas variety is resistant to adverse weather conditions. It is grown in open ground in the southern regions with a lot of sunny days, and beyond the Urals. The yield of the variety depends on the duration of the warm period. Thus, the Ural bush will bear less fruit than its southern counterpart.
In greenhouses, the Treasure of the Incas is grown in any region. Experienced gardeners value tomatoes for their high resistance to tomato viruses, verticillium, Alternaria, Fusarium and phytosporosis.
Pros and cons of the variety
This unique hybrid variety has a wide range of advantages:
- Early ripening of the crop.
- Abundant flowering, large buds.
- Large fruits with a fleshy structure.
- Sweet taste of tomatoes.
- The peel is dense and does not crack.
- Tomatoes can withstand long-term transportation.
- Resistance of the crop to high temperatures and diseases.
It is important to take into account the characteristic features of the variety:
- The crop is not suitable for pickling. It is better to eat ripe tomatoes immediately, since they contain a lot of sucrose. Treasure of the Incas tomatoes go well with meat and fish dishes.
- Seedlings grow in greenhouse conditions up to 200 cm. Not every gardener is ready to grow such fruit-bearing trees in a limited space.
In addition to the above benefits, ripe Treasure of the Incas fruits have low calorie content: only 20 kcal per 100 g of product.With high dietary properties, tomatoes are also rich in vitamins (A, C, K, group B, etc.) and minerals (magnesium, potassium, manganese, etc.).
Rules for planting and care
Treasure of the Incas tomatoes are planted in greenhouses or open ground, most often with seedlings from ready-made seedlings.
In apartment conditions (on a loggia or balcony), growing seedlings of this variety is problematic due to the rapid growth of plants and a powerful root system. Boxes for seedlings will not allow the roots to fully develop, and the plant will die from lack of nutrients. At home, tomatoes of the Treasure of the Incas variety do not bloom or bear fruit.
When planting in open ground, it is important to follow the rules:
- Plant in established warm and dry weather. Sweltering heat will destroy young seedlings, and too wet soil will cause rotting of fragile roots. Unforeseen temperature changes will also negatively affect young plants: stems and leaves may die when exposed to cold.
- Plant plants at a sufficient distance from each other. A planting step of 10 - 15 cm will ensure plant growth, normal development and high yield.
Timely watering, loosening the soil and removing weed - this is what you need for proper care and getting a good harvest.
Sowing seeds for seedlings
Tomato seedlings are grown Treasure of the Incas in boxes or cardboard individual pots. The best time for germination is from mid-March. Experienced gardeners use the lunar calendar. It indicates dates favorable for seed germination.
For a better germination percentage, it is recommended to pre-soak the seeds in a solution with a growth stimulator. The empty ones will float to the surface: they are thrown away because they will not sprout.
Tomato seeds of the Treasure of the Incas variety grow in nutritious soil. The substrate for seed germination consists of 1/3 turf and humus and 2/3 sand.
Seeds are planted as follows:
- The substrate is poured into containers or other prepared containers.
- Make indentations of 2 - 3 mm at intervals of up to 5 cm from each other
- Seeds are placed in the holes.
- Cover with a thin layer of substrate on top and spray with a spray bottle.
The sown seeds are covered with polyethylene and stored in a dark, dry place.
It is important to periodically check the condition of the soil and spray it with water, avoiding waterlogging and drying out.
Transplanting seedlings
Picking tomatoes is carried out after the formation of the first two pairs of leaves. Each bush is carefully removed from the container and transferred to the soil:
- if the ground is open, then the planting density will be 3 plants per 1 m2;
- on protected ground and when formed into 1 stem, the density is 4 plants per m2.
Seedlings transplanted into open ground are watered slightly under the stem. For better adaptation, cover with a protective cloth for 1 - 2 days.
Tomato care
Plants in open ground are watered in the morning. Direct sunlight through the prism of droplets can burn tender tomato leaves.
Depending on the stage of plant development, change the intensity of watering:
- Before flowering, water moderately once a week (at the rate of 5 liters of water per 1 sq. m.).
- During flowering, watering is increased to 15 liters per 1 square meter. m.
Light fertilizing with mineral complexes will enhance growth and help transplanted plants quickly adapt to the new environment.The Treasure of the Incas variety is undemanding to a special diet: standard fertilizer for tomatoes will do. For greenhouse conditions there is no need for mulching.
The manufacturer's recommendations focus on the formation of Treasure of the Incas tomato bushes into one stem. The procedure is performed with simultaneous pinching and lightening of the bush to the first remaining fruit cluster.
Pruning is carried out according to the general rules: excess shoots are broken off from the bush and the length of the stem is left to 5 cm, so that the remaining “stump” prevents the appearance of new ones.
To irrigate the roots with oxygen, the soil near the stem is carefully loosened.
As they grow, the spreading branches are tied to a support. This simple action is necessary to fix the bushes with fruits in order to remove the load from the stem.
Conclusion
The Treasure of the Incas tomato is unpretentious and not susceptible to disease. Throughout the growing season, the variety produces a good harvest. The fruits are large, fleshy, yellow-orange in color. The pulp contains many sugars and beneficial microelements.
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