Characteristics of the tomato variety Olesya
Tomatoes have long been popular among gardeners. They do not require special care and quickly bear fruit. One of the newest tomato varieties bred by Russian breeders from the Siberian Garden company is the Olesya tomato.
Characteristics of the tomato variety Olesya
This variety is chosen for its beautiful appearance and beneficial properties. According to experts, the taste of Olesya's tomato is at a high level. The delicate pulp and soft structure of the fruit is why these tomatoes are chosen by those who follow a balanced or dietary diet.
Characteristic
Gardeners know that deep red tomatoes are always at the forefront of the market. In second place are orange tomatoes. They do not cause allergic reactions in adults and children.
Their special value is the presence of a large amount of carotene. It affects the improvement of metabolic processes, the work of the gastrointestinal tract, improvement of vision, strengthens the immune system. Experienced gardeners note that the yield of the variety is average.
Description of the variety
Growing tomatoes Olesya in most cases is carried out in greenhouses. This is especially true for residents of the middle lane.
The characteristics of the tomato Olesya are as follows:
- medium early, therefore bears fruit in 100-110 days after planting;
- indeterminate, the growth of the stem of which is not limited;
- yellow-fruited, which manifests itself as yellow fruits, etc.
Having a dense peel, tomatoes proved to be excellent during transportation. Cracks were not formed, as well as dents. Resistant to low temperatures, but it is better to keep the plant in a comfortable environment. The yield is 8-11 kg per square meter.
One of the breeding methods is planting in the open field or under a film cover. It is these options that are noted in the State Register of Russia.
Description of the bush
The tomato bush of the Olesya variety reaches a height of 1.5-1.8 m. The plant has such a characteristic as indeterminacy, therefore, the indicated indicator may be exceeded.
The leaves have a pronounced green color. In shape, they are no different from the foliage of other varieties of tomatoes. The inflorescences are simple, and the axis of the plant does not branch.
Tomato Olesya requires a bush garter to the support. It can be made of metal or wood. For good results, the tomato can be shaped into two stalks.
Description of fruits
Fruits of the Olesya variety are not suitable for conservation
The quality of the fruit depends on the quality of the care of the plant. Every gardener wants to get tasty, juicy, fleshy tomatoes in large quantities.
The description of the fruit looks like this:
- in shape, these are oval elongated plum-shaped tomatoes;
- have a fiery yellow color or orange tint;
- the average weight is 180-280 g;
- fleshy structure;
- the number of seeds inside is small.
The yield of tomato Olesya is not very high. It is in the range of 8-11 kg.
Tomato is actively used in cooking.Most often it is added to salads or consumed fresh.
It is important to note that this variety is not suitable for conservation. In the absence of oxygen and under pressure, the peel bursts and the tomato loses its attractive appearance.
Growing seedlings
You need to buy seeds for seedlings only from trusted sellers or suppliers. This will help avoid getting rotten or painful foods. Experts recommend purchasing seeds from specialized gardening stores. A short description of the variety can be found on the back of the package.
Planting seeds
After purchasing the seeds, they can be treated with a manganese solution. This will help disinfect the plant and remove possible bacteria in it.
The seeds must be planted 65 days before the seedlings are transplanted into the ground. Olesya's tomatoes need to be planted at a distance of 30-40 cm in order to protect the root system and the growth of the plant.
Sprout care
Small stalks with leaves, up to 10 cm high, will begin to appear in the soil. It is necessary to grow sprouts taking into account the room temperature, clarity and humidity. The seed placement depth cannot exceed 1 cm. Future tomatoes are covered with foil or special caps.
The temperature regime should be in the range from 23 to 25 degrees. This promotes germination of seeds or continued growth of sprouts.
The lamp will create optimal lighting. In the first 5 days, it should work around the clock. Later daylight hours for sprouts are 12-17 hours.
Watering the plant before the sprout appears is impossible. This can lead to waterlogging of the soil and plants.
Transplanting
Tempering plants will give them resistance to negative factors
The main procedure at this stage is diving - transplanting the sprouts into separate pots. You can also use other containers: boxes, boxes, cups. Most often, one sprout is planted in a separate pot. Thus, the Olesya tomato will have a strong root system and stem.
It is necessary to temper each sprout, which must be highly resistant to the negative influence of external factors. To do this, gradually lower the temperature to 14-16 degrees.
Fertilizer
The first two weeks after the formation of sprouts, the soil needs feeding. The following agents are used as fertilizers:
- ash;
- urea;
- iodine;
- mullein;
- green tea and so on.
At the initial stage, solutions based on nitrogen, superphosphorus, potassium will be very effective. For 1 square meter, you need about 10 g of each substance.
During the fruiting period, tomatoes of the Olesya variety are fertilized with special granolas. They include sulfur, iron, boron, magnesium, nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium and other mineral components.
During intensive growth, it is necessary to fertilize the soil with any chemical or natural fertilizers.
Watering
Watering tomatoes must be regular. Check the condition of the soil before moistening. Wet soil should not be watered; with dry soil, do the opposite.
The best time to water is after 5 pm. It is important that the sun's rays no longer fall on the bushes.
Diseases and prevention
Despite the resistance of Olesya's tomatoes to diseases and pests, prevention will not be superfluous. Among the diseases that can negatively affect tomatoes are:
- mosaic;
- late blight;
- top rot of tomatoes;
- gray rot.
Gardeners have already developed some measures to combat such diseases. Manganese solutions are excellent against mosaic and late blight. You can try removing infected leaves or bushes.
You can get rid of different types of rot with a solution of calcium nitrate. The recipe is quite simple: for 10 liters of water, you need 1 tablespoon of the product. Many farms from year to year choose Olesya's tomato and the reviews say that such a choice justifies itself 100%.