Description of Pink Paradise tomatoes
Tomato is a healthy vegetable that belongs to the Solanaceae family. Most of the varieties of this plant were brought to Russia from Spain and the countries of South America. Some varieties are being bred now. Among them, those that relate to Japanese selection are widespread. Pink Paradise tomatoes are the most popular of them.
Tomatoes Pink Paradise
Domestic gardeners note the tallness of the plant, as well as the excellent taste of its fruits. In addition, this variety can be grown both in the greenhouse and in the open field.
Characteristics of Paradise tomatoes
Tomato Pink Paradise was born at the beginning of the 20th century and has gained universal recognition within a few years. All this, thanks to the good taste of the fruit and unpretentious care. Already now, Pink Paradise tomatoes are cultivated in most European countries. Breeding in greenhouses or in outdoor conditions without the need for a garter has become an innovation for domestic gardeners.
The full name of the Japanese variety is Pink Paradise tomato f1. The prefix "f1" indicates that the plant is a hybrid. Reviews of Pink Paradise tomatoes from domestic gardeners emphasized the difficulty of growing this variety in the open field. If all the nuances of cultivation are taken into account by the gardener, then he can get:
- round pink fruits, the weight of which can reach 220 g;
- fruit of a presentation with the missing green spot, which is characteristic of other varieties;
- high yield (up to 2 kg of tomatoes per bush).
Feature of Pink Paradise tomatoes
Pink tomato Pink Paradise produces fruits in ovaries of 4-6 pieces. They are all the same size and rarely crack from external factors. The characteristic of Pink Paradise tomatoes also says that each tomato has 6 chambers. The weight of one tomato is 180-200 g. Its taste is very sweet, which makes it possible to use it both raw and for cooking or preservation.
The growth of the bush deserves special attention. Experienced gardeners have determined that the description of the Paradise tomato claimed by Japanese breeders is only true when cultivated in a greenhouse. With properly organized plant care, the Paradise bush can reach up to 2 m in height. In addition, cultivation can be carried out in one or two stems. Examples of Paradise tomato bushes can be seen in the photo.
Tomato yield Pink Paradise
Vigorous tomatoes take root well in the open field, but they do not show their maximum characteristics. A feature of the description of the Pink Paradise tomato variety is that, unlike other varieties, its seeds (which contain the tomatoes themselves) are not suitable for planting. It is impossible to grow a new vigorous bush out of them at home.
A special characteristic of Paradise tomatoes is their yield. Having allocated 10 sq. m, you can expect up to 40 kg of fruit.But those who decide to plant Pink Paradise outdoors shouldn't expect a good big harvest. Its declared figure can drop to 30 or even 20 kg.
Is it worth planting Pink Paradise on your site
If you decide to plant Pink Paradise tomatoes in your country house, you need to know about the advantages and disadvantages of this variety. It is necessary to take into account that the declared characteristic of Paradise tomatoes is obtained from plants grown in greenhouse conditions, therefore, the first thing that is necessary is to determine the place of cultivation of tomatoes. Other features are also important:
- There is no need to worry about plant health. They have good immunity to most diseases. Nematodes and the tobacco mosaic virus were also no exception. But a person will still have to deal with preventive spraying of tomatoes in order to minimize the possibility of disease.
- Pink tomato Pink Paradise has a high-quality presentation, which does not change even after 7-10 days from the moment of harvest. In addition, their rind is thin and firm, which is an indicator of the highest quality.
- Pink Paradise easily tolerates moderate cold snaps, but the plant dies during the frost period.
- Pink Paradise tomatoes ripen for a little over 3 months.
There are several disadvantages of the Pink Paradise tomato. The main one is the need to build a greenhouse in order to get a big harvest. The plant can take root on the street, but in this case there is no need to wait for records.
It is equally important to consider that seeds for growing Paradise tomatoes will have to be bought annually. Natural reproduction of culture is impossible.
Rules for growing seedlings Pink Paradise f1
The declared characteristic of the Paradise tomato variety indicates that it is an annual crop. Its natural breeding is impossible, therefore, having decided to grow Paradise tomatoes, it is necessary to know all the features of this business, from planting seeds in order to obtain seedlings, to harvesting the crop itself.
When deciding to grow a Japanese tomato variety, you must:
- Prepare the soil. The soil for the seeds should be fertile and unsteady. It is also important that it is not cold, frozen. Treatment with "Fitosporin" will not be superfluous.
- Provide the necessary microclimate. Landing in open ground takes place in April-May. Until that time, you should already get seedlings, so you can't do without building a greenhouse or greenhouse.
- Do not forget about the importance of picking sprouts. After the seeds germinate, the seedlings are transplanted into pots.
Growing seedlings of Pink Paradise
Seeds are planted in holes 4-5 cm deep. After planting, the soil should be sprayed with water and covered with a film, creating a greenhouse. Keep the tray or pots of future tomatoes warm. The optimum air temperature is 24-25 ° С. After the first shoots hatch, the seed tray must be placed on the windowsill. The seedlings must receive the sunlight they need to grow. When the first foliage appears on it, the last operation is performed before planting in open ground - a pick.
Knowledge of the characteristics of growing seedlings is the basis for obtaining strong and vigorous bushes. In addition, this is the basis for the high-quality yield of Pink Paradise, which is the purpose of growing this variety.
Planting seedlings
The Pink Paradise tomato variety is classified as a hybrid, which indicates an unwanted planting of a crop in open ground. The best for culture will be artificial climatic conditions created by man himself. The characteristic of the Paradise tomato allows you to evaluate the need for natural and artificial growing conditions and choose the one that meets the needs of the gardener.
Planting of seedlings is scheduled for late April - early May. The main condition is an established warm climate. The land should be well heated and fertilized.The planting itself is carried out in pre-prepared holes with a depth of 10-12 cm. The seedlings should be placed at a distance of at least 50 cm from each other. You can learn more about planting seedlings from the video.
2 months after planting pink paradise f1, it is necessary to carry out preventive soil cultivation against late blight. This is done with fungicides. Also, we must not forget about feeding. Experts recommend doing them up to 4 times in one season.
Tomato care
Tomato Paradise is an unpretentious plant. Caring for this variety includes several standard measures:
- Watering. The Pink Paradise tomato requires moderate watering. Lack or excess of moisture destroys the crop and affects its appearance and taste. The main thing is to monitor the moisture content of the soil. It should always be moisturized.
- Top dressing. Growing a Paradise tomato requires knowledge of the correct choice of fertilizers. Before fruits appear on the stems of the plant, nitrogen fertilizers should be applied. And with the appearance of fruits - potassium-phosphorus. Tomato also needs a growth stimulant. The best option for him would be succinic acid.
- Stepping and shaping. A mature plant needs a stable footing to continue its growth and development. It should be tied up. Grazing is necessary to increase the yield. It is carried out by cutting one of the two stems.
The only additional feature of pink paradise f1 care is forced pollination. During the flowering period, it is necessary to wiggle the tomato stems so that their leaves touch each other. This method of pollination is needed for everyone who wants to get a big harvest. All the details regarding pollination can be found in the video above.