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A tomato with the rather unusual name Klusha has gained popularity among vegetable growers due to the compact structure of the bush and the early ripening of the fruit. In addition to these qualities, high yields are added. The plant produces clusters with a record number of fruits. The variety was bred by domestic breeders. More precisely, it turned out to be two crops with different fruit colors. The Klusha tomato has a red flesh color, and pink tomatoes are called Super Klusha.
Description of the variety
The main characteristics and descriptions of the tomato varieties Klusha and Super Klusha are the same. In principle, this is the same culture. The only difference is the color of the fruit and, of course, their taste. But let's start the review with the ripening period. Klush tomatoes ripen very early. From the moment of sowing the seeds, approximately 90 days will pass, and the fruits will already be red in the garden, hanging in large clusters.
The plant is considered to be of a determinate type. The structure of the bush is standard. The stems grow to a maximum of 60 cm in height. An adult tomato bush is so compact that in a garden bed with an area of 1 m2 fits up to 7 plants. Chum can even be grown on a windowsill or balcony.The culture bears fruit well in a flower pot suspended using a flower pot.
You can guess the origin of the name of the variety by the structure of the bush. If you look at the Super Klusha tomato from the outside, its shape resembles a chicken with splayed feathers. The fruits hidden under the leaves can be compared to chickens. The plant is a master of hide and seek. Ripening tomatoes are almost invisible under the foliage. The bush is distinguished by its dense green mass. The leaf structure is normal, like all tomatoes.
The manufacturer, in the description of the Klusha tomato variety, indicates that the crop can be grown in all regions of our country. Breeders have instilled good immunity to fungal and viral diseases in tomatoes. The optimal yield of Klushi and Super Klusha is achieved when the bush is formed with several stems. Their number can be from 2 to 4.
The compact bush is characterized by powerful stems that do not require tying to a trellis. But if you read reviews about the Super Klusha tomato, vegetable growers strongly recommend putting supports under the branches with fruits.
Fruit characteristics
Photos about the Klusha tomato, reviews from gardeners form the opinion that the crop is a decoration of the garden bed. The fruits are characterized by a round shape. The upper part and the wall at the place where the stalk is attached are slightly flattened. The Klusha variety has a predominant red fruit color, while Super Klusha tomatoes acquire a pink tint when ripe. The pulp of both varieties of tomato is sweet, juicy and very tasty when eaten fresh.Inside the fruit there can be up to 7 chambers with seeds.
Despite the small size of the bush, the yield rate is up to 3 kg of tomatoes per plant. Klusha loves to comply with the conditions of agricultural technology. The crop will reward you for good care with fruits weighing up to 150 g. Under unfavorable conditions for the tomato, the yield may decrease. The fruits will become smaller, as their weight will decrease to 100 g.
Ripe fruits are considered to have a universal purpose. Tomatoes are suitable for fresh consumption. They are used to make salads and decorate dishes. According to reviews from vegetable growers, it is the pink fruits of the Super Klusha variety that are considered tastier. Red tomatoes of the Klusha variety are slightly inferior in taste. However, a ripe vegetable is also good for fresh salads. Red and pink fruits are used for preservation. The dense flesh, protected by a strong skin, does not crack during heat treatment.
Positive features of the variety
Considering the yield of the Super Klush tomato, reviews, photos, let’s sum up the main advantages of the variety:
- a small bush can fit on a small plot of land;
- high yield;
- independent formation of the bush, which does not require the removal of stepsons;
- Klushi fruits are universal in use;
- plant resistance to diseases;
- the possibility of growing tomatoes in any region of the country.
Vegetable growers did not identify any deficiencies in the Klusha and Super Klusha varieties.This can only be attributed to the strong thickening of the foliage, but in the hot summer it will save the fruits from being burned.
Choosing a place to plant tomatoes
To get a good harvest, tomatoes need to be planted in a prepared area. The bed must be allocated, even if the tomatoes are grown in the garden. Klusha has a low-growing bush structure, so plants can be planted in holes. Although, many gardeners prefer to dig long ditches. Tomatoes are arranged in rows more neatly and are easier to care for.
The Klusha and Super Klusha varieties can be grown not only openly, but also indoors. The tomato bears fruit well in any type of greenhouse, be it film cover, glass or polycarbonate. It is only important to provide the tomatoes with good lighting and regular ventilation.
With any method of growing Klush tomato, care must be taken to ensure good soil drainage. The culture loves abundant watering, but water should not stagnate under the roots. Otherwise, disease outbreaks may occur. Late blight will appear or plant roots will begin to rot.
Preparing soil for seedlings
In most regions, tomatoes are grown from seedlings. Only in the south is it possible to sow seeds directly into the garden bed. To grow Klusha or Super Klusha tomato seedlings, you first need to prepare the soil. Despite the saturation of store-bought soil with useful minerals, many vegetable growers prefer to collect soil from the garden for seedlings. You can do it this way, you just need to disinfect it. It is recommended to bake the soil in the oven and then take it out into the fresh air. Outside, the soil will be saturated with oxygen for two weeks.
Before sowing the seeds, the soil is brought into the house so that it warms up to room temperature.At this time, another disinfection is performed. A solution is prepared from 2 liters of water and 1 g of manganese and the soil is evenly moistened with this liquid.
Seed preparation
Klusha tomato seeds are sown for seedlings in March. By this time the grains need to be prepared:
- The percentage of seed germination depends on calibration. First, the tomato seeds are visually inspected for damage and all suspicious seeds are discarded. The following procedure involves immersing tomato seeds in a saline solution. All floating pacifiers are thrown away, and the full grains that have settled to the bottom of the container are washed with clean water.
- Tomato seed dressing is carried out in a 1% manganese solution. It is enough to dip the grain for 20 minutes. Many vegetable growers use the juice of an indoor Aloe flower instead of potassium permanganate. In addition to its disinfecting properties, the juice is a growth stimulant.
The last stage involves germinating tomato seeds. To do this, scatter the grains between two layers of damp gauze and make sure they do not dry out. Tomato seeds are periodically sprayed with water until the sprouts hatch.
Sowing seeds and obtaining seedlings
After all the tomato seeds have sprouted, they need to be planted immediately. By this time, containers with soil should be prepared. On the surface of the ground, any object or finger makes grooves 1 cm deep. The distance between rows is maintained within 2–3 cm. Tomato seeds are laid out in 3 cm increments, after which they are sprinkled with loose soil on top and sprayed with water.
The containers are covered with transparent film. In this state they stand at an air temperature of +25OFrom before emergence. After the tomatoes germinate, the film is removed and the seedlings are provided with good lighting.When two full leaves grow on the tomatoes, the plants are planted in cups and fertilized on the third day.
Planting to a permanent place of growth
Adult tomato seedlings are hardened off before planting. Tomatoes are taken outside when the air temperature is not lower than +18OC. It is advisable to carry out such procedures for about a week. Planting of the Klushi tomato begins at 50–60 days of age. By this time, the plants stretch up to 30 cm in height.
The time for planting tomatoes in a greenhouse falls in the first ten days of May. In the garden, Klush tomatoes are planted after warm weather sets in and the soil warms up. For the middle zone, this period begins in the last days of May. The variety Super Klusha and Klusha love loose, well-fertilized soil. It is better to let the acidity be slightly increased than decreased. As a last resort, a neutral indicator is allowed. Determinate tomatoes do not stretch, so when planting seedlings, you should not deepen the roots. At 1 m2 It is optimal to plant five bushes.
Caring for adult tomatoes
The Klusha variety does not require special care. Timely watering and weeding are important weed, loosening the soil. 3 weeks after planting the seedlings, the tomatoes are fed with nitroammophos fertilizer. The bushes do not require pinching. But if the plants themselves are poorly formed, the vegetable grower can help. The bushes are helped to form 2–4 stems by breaking off unnecessary stepsons. In case of severe thickening, part of the foliage is removed from the tomato.
When growing Klushi in a closed way, during flowering the air humidity is reduced for better pollination. At the same time, the air temperature is kept to a maximum of +28OWITH.
The video talks about tomatoes for open ground:
It is better to start harvesting when the fruits just begin to turn red or pink. For long-term storage, you can wrap each tomato in soft paper and place it in boxes.
Reviews
Now let's read reviews from gardeners about the Klusha tomato.
