Description of tomato Figs Pink and Red
Lovers of sweet tomatoes should definitely try the fig tomato and the fig red tomato. The fruits of the plant resemble a sweet fig berry both in appearance and in taste.
Description of tomato Figs Pink and Red
Variety characteristic
Fig Pink and Red tomatoes were bred on the territory of Russia by the most famous breeders of the country. To date, the species has not yet been entered into the State Register, although it has every chance of gaining public recognition officially.
The plant is suitable for growing in all regions of the country. The best yield indicators are observed only when planted in a greenhouse or greenhouses. The main patent holder is the Gavrish company. In warm climates, it can be planted in open ground.
Description of the bush
Fig Pink or Red tomatoes are considered early maturing. They also have high yields. The bushes are of the indeterminate type. Their height does not exceed 3 m, they differ in spreading.
The foliage is moderate, deep dark green.
The yield is quite high. It is possible to collect about 8 kg of selected tomatoes from 1 bush.
Description of the fetus
Fruits are formed on 1 bunch, about 5 fruits grow on each. The description indicates that they are larger on the lower part of the bush.
Fig Pink and Red tomatoes have good appearance indicators. Fruits are oval in shape, slightly flattened, slightly ribbed, which only enhances the resemblance to a berry.
The peel is rather thin in structure, the fruits do not crack when ripe. The weight of an individual ripe fruit does not exceed 400 g.
According to the description, the taste of tomatoes is rich, with pleasant notes of fruit, without acidity or bitterness.
Tomato varieties Fig Pink and Red are characterized by their versatility in use. It makes delicious salads, rich juices or preserves.
Fig tomatoes also include a yellow and orange variety, but this does not change the taste or appearance.
Benefits
When considering the description and characteristics of the variety, the following positive indicators should be noted:
- pleasant berry taste;
- high yield rates;
- non-standard appearance;
- a large number of shades;
- versatility in application;
- high germination of seeds;
- high rates of the immune system.
disadvantages
The plant needs frequent feeding
When considering the description of the variety, some of its disadvantages can also be distinguished:
- the bush should be formed into 1-2 stems;
- the importance of tying up;
- the need for frequent regular feeding.
Planting rules
Planting of tomatoes of the Pink Fig variety occurs only with the help of seedlings. The seeds do not need to be treated with disinfectants or growth promoters. All stages of germination performance improvement occur in advance.Planting should only be done in nutrient-rich soil. For this reason, it is recommended to add humus and a small amount of purified sand to the soil.
Seeds are planted in the soil when it is fully warmed up to a temperature of 25 ° C. Planting in a greenhouse or open ground occurs when several leaves appear on the seedlings. For 1 sq. m should have no more than 3 plants. A distance of 50 cm should be adhered to between the holes. The same distance is achieved between the rows.
Care features
First of all, you should pay attention to regular feeding. The first time fig tomatoes are fed when the first leaves appear on the seedlings. It is important to add only a complex of vitamins and minerals. You should also carry out root and foliar feeding. For this, it is recommended to use only minerals with a high concentration of phosphorus or potassium compounds.
Once the seedlings are transplanted into open ground or a greenhouse, each shrub is tied to a trellis. When forming new fruits, each bunch is attached to the trellis.
To achieve a rich harvest, the bush is regularly formed into 1-2 stems, removing all lateral shoots.
Among other things, they regularly loosen the soil, remove all weeds or wires. The beds are weeded so that a crust does not form around the bush and the root system does not rot.
Prevention of diseases and pests
The fig tomato has high resistance to most diseases. But this does not mean that preventive measures should be neglected. First of all, before planting, you need to disinfect the soil. For these purposes, a solution of manganese or copper sulfate is used. After watering, the greenhouse is ventilated: this allows the root system to receive as much nutrients as possible.
So that the variety is not affected by insects and pests, each bush is sprayed with a manganese solution, and also 2 times, every 3-4 days, chemical insecticides are used if the defeat has reached the maximum mark. Solutions from celandine, yarrow or onion husks are ideal as folk remedies.