Description of the Labrador tomato
Summer is a period when all gardeners begin to think what exactly they want to plant and what varieties they want to see in their garden. And when it comes to choosing tomatoes, every gardener wants a species with excellent ripeness, yield. It is under this spelling that the Labrador tomato fits.
Description of the Labrador tomato
Characteristics of the variety
Labrador tomatoes are a new variety that has only recently been developed, but it has already quickly found its fans and has gained a reputation for being juicy and big looking. Thanks to its positive qualities, it has become one of the best varieties for breeding in Russia. In addition, the variety itself was bred in the Russian Federation and is suitable for growing both in the open field and in greenhouses. Labrador tomato seeds are not hard to find today.
The tomato yield is surprising, since 3-10 kg can be harvested from one bush. Nevertheless, gardeners recommend growing the variety in greenhouses and film structures, thus it will be possible to control both the temperature and humidity of the room and soil.
Description of the bush
The description says that the Labrador tomato is an ultra-early type of tomato, which makes it the leader among other types of tomatoes. From the day of planting to the day of harvesting the first harvest, on average, 80 days pass, sometimes with correct planting and a good place, which receives the maximum amount of light, the number can be reduced to 60 days.
Such tomatoes are perfect for both unprotected soil and for a film shelter. The bush is small in size, on average, it will grow only up to 75 cm, but there are many different branches on it, and on each up to 7-10 fruits.
The Labrador tomato variety does not belong to one variety, therefore it cannot be classified in the F1 category. Labrador tomatoes can be used both for conservation and for fresh consumption.
Description of the fetus
As mentioned earlier, Labrador tomatoes are quite large and massive. By their structure, they are powerful, resilient and thick. The skin is smooth, without any flaws. On average, one fruit weighs 300 grams.
All fruits have a bright red color and a round shape, the minimum weight of the fruit is 100 grams. The main difference between the Labrador tomato variety is that it has a small dry matter level and a small number of chambers, the seeds in one fruit are abundantly located.
Benefits
This variety is not afraid of any pests and diseases.
Even despite its short existence, the species has already established itself as a good type that can withstand various temperature changes and can cope with even the most severe diseases. Pros of Labrador:
- a large percentage of productivity;
- large fruits;
- excellent presentation;
- long keeping quality;
- early ripeness.
Labrador tomatoes can withstand all diseases and pests are not afraid of him, and even if they attack, then it is enough to carry out preventive methods against them by treating the bushes with onion infusion or potassium permanganate.
Growing rules
Experienced gardeners recommend planting this type of tomato without a seedling method: when the seeds are immediately planted in open ground, and already there they germinate and give their first fruits.
Also, in colder regions, you can use the seedling method in the open field and for greenhouses. This view will not give you big worries or labor, since such bushes give a large percentage of productivity, even when the weather is constantly on the street. No need to make any pinching or garters. Quite importantly, you must understand that the first fruits appear at the very end of June.
It is necessary to take into account the fact that if the soil is too wet, this can significantly affect the yield percentage.
Care
The main rule for a good harvest and plant resistance is that dry and warm air constantly move freely around the room, that is, around the tomatoes, thereby developing immunity for bushes and fruits. An obligatory part is airing the room, especially on days when it is very hot.
Until the immediate fruit set on the first and second brushes, no fertilizing is used. If you use it, the bushes will begin to fatten a lot and then it will be difficult to stop the process of their development, and you simply will not have time to collect the fruits.
During such a period, it is best to use potassium monophosphate, it is more suitable for the plant and will be able to provide all the necessary vitamins and minerals that the bush and fruits will need so much. On average, feeding should be done only once every two weeks.
Pollination process
In order for the pollination of flowering and fruit set to happen much better, it is necessary to create greenhouse conditions and an optimal temperature. During the day, the temperature should be 25 ° C, but at night no more than 18. If the temperature is 33 ° C, then the pollen becomes sterile and the flowers die instantly. But the temperature below 13 ° C is a critical situation in order for pollen to form and fertilization itself. Also, the air should be sufficiently dry and the humidity should be 60%.
If a draft is destructive for home flowers, then for tomatoes this is exactly what you need. Thus, the air does not stand still and constantly moves and the percentage that the bushes can become infected with something is significantly reduced.
In order for all the fruits to form and set well, it is best to carry out additional shaking of the upper inflorescences in the first part of the day. In August, in the first days, the bushes need to be pinched and three leaves should be left at the very top.
Conclusion
The description and detailed characteristics indicate that Labrador tomatoes are an improved and excellent type of tomato that is suitable for any territory and for any planting. The main thing is to follow all the rules of planting and growing, as well as monitor the temperature in order to get a high-quality harvest of Labrador tomatoes.