It has long been known that tomatoes are the most important and important crop of a gardener. And this is not surprising, because people use a tomato at any convenient opportunity: salt, pickled, baked, stuffed and consumed fresh. A huge variety of varieties and types of this culture are designed for every taste and color. Worldwide, there are more than 10,000 varieties of tomatoes. In the article we will consider the description of the characteristics and rules of care for the variety Abakansky Pink.
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Description and characteristics of tomato Abakansky Pink
The variety of tomato Abakan pink is very popular among gardeners. He first appeared in the Altai region.
According to the characteristics of the variety belongs to the group middle late Tomatoes. The period from germination of the first shoots to maturation is approximately 100-110 days. Fruiting time is lengthened, which is undoubtedly a big plus.
According to the description, the determinant bushes of the Abakan pink do not reach a height of more than 150 cm. The growth of the stem stops after the formation of the inflorescence on the crown. This grade requires timely garter, and tomatoes may need additional protection from the sun's rays, as the leaves of a tomato are medium and not thick.
Favorable growing environment of this plant - open ground or greenhouse. With growth in open ground, the height of the bush reaches 75-85 cm, but this does not affect the fecundity of the tomato.
With proper care, one tomato seedling can form up to 6 fruits. Most of the crops are heart-shaped, but flat-rounded fruits are also found.
The merits of the variety
The variety Abakan pink has unique qualities:
- Approximate weight of one tomato is 200-300 gramsbut some fruits may reach up to 600-800 grams.
- Pink fruit in the form of a heart moderately prone to ribbing.
- In the fruit, six seed nests are formed, but the number of seeds in them is small.
- Tomatoes very tasty, have medium density and pink color.
- Do not crack.
Characteristics of growth in different regions
Experienced gardeners know that tomatoes are a thermophilic culture. Abakansky pink is a universal variety. And care for him is not much different from the general requirements for growing tomatoes.
It should be remembered that in the south, where it is always warm and humid, a tomato can be planted safely in open ground. And in a temperate climate zone, they will grow more comfortable in greenhouses.
It is more expedient to grow seedlings through seedlings. In this case, the shoots will be strong and resistant to some types of diseases.
Sowing seeds for seedlings
Like most varieties of tomatoes, it is customary to plant Abakan pink for seedlings in March. Before planting, seeds are best soaked in a weak solution of potassium permanganate. It will disinfect them.
According to the recommendations of the manufacturers, the seeds are planted in lightly rammed earth. Pre-ground mulch with peat or fertilized with a small soil layer. At the end of the laying of seeds should be plentifully watered the earth with warm water and cover it with film.
Pot with seedlings should be in a warm place before the first shoots. After germination, the film cover is removed and the pot is placed in a bright place. After 60 days from planting, seedlings can be transplanted in open ground or greenhouse. The plant is planted in half a meter from each other.
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Care after planting
The varieties of pink tomatoes in the care are quite whimsical. As already mentioned, tomatoes can't stand drought. The soil should always be wet, watering - regular, water for irrigation - warm and preferably settled. At the same time you need to follow so that the water does not fall on the leaves or on the stalks of tomatoes.
Before the formation of inflorescences, seedlings watered in size 4 liters of water per 1 m2, and then watering is gradually increased. By the time fruit is formed, watering should be around 11 liters per 1 m2.
Regular loosening provide the soil with oxygen - this will positively affect the growth of the plant. Feed the Abakan pink can be both organic and mineral fertilizers.
Immediately after planting in the soil, the shoots can be watered with liquid organic fertilizers, and mulched on top. The main thing is not to overdo it. After all, mulching attracts many insects. When falling inflorescences, fertilizers containing magnesium and boron.
The choice of calcium chloride is the most common mistake in growing solanaceous. Potassium sulfate also well fill the lack of trace elements in the soil, it does not hurt the tomatoes.
Disease and Prevention
It is worth noting that Abakan pink is quite resistant to many diseases, but there is a risk. The main enemies of tomatoes include:
- Aphid
- Medvedka
- Wireworm
- Colorado beetle
- Phytophthora
It is especially dangerous phytophthora. As a rule, in order to avoid brown rot, it is enough not to flood the crop and plant the seedlings in the ventilated areas. In the fight against the Colorado potato beetle will help insecticidal drugs.
Brown rot spores are moisture resistant. That is why it is important not to flood the leaves and stems with water. Late blight can destroy a sapling in a week.
Tomatoes are not just popular, they are present in every kitchen in the world. They are loved by adults and children. A wide range of applications allows you to assign tomatoes to the most versatile and sought-after crops.
Grade Abakan pink combines the right texture, fresh taste and unpretentious care, making it one of the most recognized and common among gardeners.