Description and characteristics of tomatoes of the grandee variety
Tomato Grandee is one of the most popular varieties among gardeners. Often they know about him as an amateur analogue of the Budenovka variety. " In taste and appearance, the Noble resembles a Bull Heart: the same triangular large fruits, similar to a heart, with fleshy and sweet pulp. In the photo and video on the network, these two varieties are almost impossible to distinguish from each other, but the Nobleman has a lot of advantages in terms of taste and other characteristics.
Description and characteristics of tomatoes of the grandee variety
The journal Garden and Vegetable Garden notes that the variety was bred by Siberian scientists at a research institute by hybridization and is considered the best among tomatoes bred in Siberia. At the beginning of the 21st century, the Siberian variety was entered into the state register of hybrids.
Description of the variety
The description of the variety speaks of its versatility: it can be grown both in open soil and in indoor conditions. In greenhouses, the variety can be grown all year round.
Descriptions of the tomato variety Grandee:
- the seeds are adapted for regions with cool and short summers.
- not standard, it grows in a bush up to 1.5 meters high, therefore, on a plot with an area of 1 sq. m. planted up to 4 bushes;
- mid-early variety, fruit ripening period is about 110 days;
- It has a high yield - regular and competent feeding allows you to collect up to 500 centners of tomatoes per hectare, and the highest yields are observed in the Omsk region.
The advantages of the hybrid over other varieties are excellent taste, high yields, cold tolerance.
The disadvantages of the Noble tomato variety is the need for constant care (feeding and abundant watering, loosening the soil and pinching). The culture must be tied up, since the branches cannot hold large fruits and break under their weight. Without these measures, it is impossible to achieve a good harvest of the grandee's tomato.
Fruit of the Noble: characteristics
Variety characteristic:
- tomatoes are large, fleshy, shaped like a heart, their weight reaches 450 g;
- the color range of fruits can be from red-raspberry to dark pink;
- the fruit forms up to 9 chambers, the dry matter is from 3 to 5%;
- the seeds are large;
- high productivity;
- unpretentious fit.
Pinching the flowers allows you to leave no more than 5 on the branch, thereby increasing the mass of the fruits. Frequent feeding provides a high sugar content and a unique taste. Tomatoes of this variety are ideal for salads; they are used to make tomato juice, sauce and pasta. The fruits are preserved in slices, since the large weight and size do not allow it to be done entirely.
Care
Caring for plants consists primarily in observing the light regime. Germination of seedlings requires bright lighting; ordinary lamps, special lighting for greenhouses, phytolamps are suitable for this.
The plant needs a lot of light
Lack of light is bad for plants: they will be thin and vulnerable to disease.Seedlings do not tolerate well:
- drafts;
- direct sunlight.
Seedlings are fed with fertilizers, an organic growth stimulant is best suited. You can stock up on this tool in specialized stores. Fertilizer must be applied strictly according to the instructions.
Growing features
The variety is ideal for the middle zone, east and west of Russia, the Urals and even the Far East.
Reviews of the Nobleman's tomato of those who planted a crop in the south indicate a good yield. Do not forget about pinching the culture and pinching the flowers: then the fruits will be large.
Potash and phosphorus fertilizers are used for feeding, and feeding is carried out regularly, as well as abundant watering. It is not recommended to overmoisten the soil: in this case, the roots will rot. The soil is loosened constantly, this will protect the crop from weeds. A tall bush is tied up, the fruits are well stored and are not afraid of transportation. Growing is exactly the process that will provide the plant with strength and will guarantee a generous harvest.
Possible diseases and pests
Like other crops, tomatoes are negatively affected by diseases and pests, therefore, they require agrotechnical protection during the entire vegetative period. If protective measures are not taken, diseased tomatoes may die without giving a crop.
Tomato Grandee is a plant resistant to diseases, but there are cases when in greenhouse conditions it was affected by the following diseases:
- Brown spot develops from high humidity and a violation of the light regime. Garlic infusion helps to fight this disease.
- Vertical wilt is a disease when the lower leaves on the plant wither, turn yellow and fall off prematurely. This can be seen very clearly in the photo (look on the net). The disease in most cases cannot cause the death of the bush, but its growth and development is inhibited. Damaged leaves are removed in a timely manner to prevent the spread of infection. It is necessary to feed the grandee's tomatoes in order to strengthen the plants.
- Striation - the plant becomes covered with yellow spots in the form of stripes, the leaves curl, sag. Flowers and fruits begin to crumble. If you do not take action in time, the hybrid dies.
- Spider mite infestation occurs most often in the open field, but this pest can be easily eliminated. It is enough to wipe the affected areas with a solution of laundry soap.
Characterization and description of diseases will help to recognize the disease in the early stages of infection. And how to properly carry out the processing can be seen on the official video from professional gardeners.
Conclusion
Reviews about the tomato of the Noble of summer residents and amateur gardeners indicate that this is one of the best varieties of "salad" tomatoes, distinguished by excellent taste and high yield. Tomato Grandee requires regular care, but the one who planted them and spent a lot of work will rejoice in a high yield and tasty fruits. 10 bushes of culture on the personal plot will allow the gardener to provide the family with tomato juice and pasta for the winter.
Since this tomato was bred for regions with a harsh climate, it is not afraid of weather changes and low temperatures. The variety is picky and will delight you with its excellent germination, the listed advantages and endurance.