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Tomato Viagra was bred by Russian breeders. This variety is not a hybrid and is intended for growing under cover of film, polycarbonate or glass. Since 2008, Viagra tomatoes have been registered in Rosreest.
Description of the variety
Description and characteristics of the Viagra tomato variety:
- average ripening times;
- from emergence to harvesting of fruits 112-115 days pass;
- indeterminate type;
- bush height up to 1.8 m;
- leaves are dark green, medium in size.
Features of Viagra fruit:
- flat-round shape;
- dense skin;
- reddish brown at maturity;
- rich taste;
- a large number of seeds;
- dry matter content - 5%.
The Viagra variety got its name due to its aphrodisiac properties. The composition of the fruit includes leukopin, which has a rejuvenating effect, vitamins, trace elements, antioxidants. Anthocyanins, which are responsible for the dark color of tomatoes, inhibit the development of cancer and cardiovascular diseases.
From 1 m2 the beds are harvested up to 10 kg of fruit. Viagra tomatoes are suitable for fresh consumption, snacks, salads, hot dishes. According to reviews and photos, the Viagra tomato can withstand high temperatures and do not lose shape when canned. Tomatoes are subject to pickling, pickling, getting vegetable salads for the winter.
Getting seedlings
Viagra tomatoes are grown by planting seeds at home. The resulting seedlings are transferred to an open area or to a greenhouse. In the southern regions, you can plant seeds immediately in a permanent place. In such cases, the development process of tomatoes is lengthy.
Planting seeds
Viagra tomato seeds are planted in late February or March. The soil is prepared in the fall by combining equal amounts of garden soil, peat, sand and compost. In gardening stores, you can buy ready-made soil mixture for seedlings.
Before planting, the soil is left outside for 5-6 days or placed in a freezer. A more laborious way is to steam the soil in a water bath.
You can check the quality of the planting material by placing them in salted water. After 10 minutes, the seeds of the Viagra tomatoes that have settled to the bottom are taken. Empty seeds float up and are discarded.
The seeds are left in warm water for 2 days. This accelerates the emergence of seedlings. Prepared tomato seeds are planted in separate containers to avoid picking seedlings. Pre-moisten the soil.
The planting material is deepened by 0.5 cm. A thin layer of peat or fertile soil is poured on top. The plantings are covered with a piece of glass and polyethylene. Plants are provided with temperatures above 20 ° C and no light.
Seedling conditions
Viagra tomatoes develop when a number of conditions are met:
- daytime temperature from +20 to + 25 ° С, at night - 16 ° С;
- daylight for 14 hours;
- moisture intake.
With a short daylight hours, Viagra tomatoes are illuminated. Phytolamps or daylight devices are used. They are installed at a height of 30 cm from the landings.
Sprinkle tomatoes with warm water. Before picking, moisture is applied every 3 days, then - weekly. It is important not to allow the soil to dry out. Excess moisture negatively affects the development of tomatoes and provokes black leg disease.
Viagra tomato seedlings dive after the appearance of 2 leaves.Tomatoes are carefully transplanted into separate containers. You can use soil of the same composition as when planting seeds.
In April, Viagra tomatoes begin to harden to help them adapt to natural conditions. First, a ventilation window is opened in the room for 2-3 hours. Then the landings are moved to the balcony.
Landing in the ground
Viagra tomato seedlings are transferred to a permanent place in May, when the soil and air warms up. The variety is intended for cultivation in closed ground: greenhouses, greenhouses made of film, glass, polycarbonate. In a favorable climate, planting in open ground is allowed.
The preparation of the greenhouse for planting tomatoes begins in the fall. The topsoil is completely renewed. The earth is dug up, fertilized with humus (5 kg per 1 sq. M), superphosphate (20 g) and potassium salt (15 g). For disinfection, the soil is watered with a solution of copper sulfate.
Planting after any varieties of tomatoes, potatoes, eggplants and peppers is not allowed. Otherwise, the soil is depleted and diseases develop.
Viagra tomato seedlings are taken out of containers and placed in the wells. Leave 40 cm between the plants.When planting in several rows, an interval of 50 cm is made.
Tomato roots are covered with earth. Be sure to water and tie up the plants. Within 7-10 days, the tomatoes are adapted to the changed conditions. During this period, irrigation and fertilization should be abandoned.
Variety care
According to reviews, Viagra tomatoes give a bountiful harvest with proper care. Plants are watered, fed with minerals or organic matter. The formation of a bush allows you to avoid planting density and improve fruiting.
Watering plants
The scheme of watering Viagra tomatoes is formed taking into account the weather conditions and the stage of plant development. Tomatoes prefer moist soil and dry air.
With an excess of moisture, root decay begins, and its lack causes curling of leaves and shedding of buds.
The order of watering tomatoes Viagra:
- before budding - twice a week using 3 liters of water per plant;
- during flowering - 5 liters of water weekly;
- during fruiting - every 3 days, 2 liters of water.
After watering, the soil is loosened to improve the absorption of moisture and nutrients. Mulching helps to keep the soil moist. A layer of straw or peat 10 cm thick is poured onto the beds.
Fertilization
Viagra tomatoes are fed with organic matter or minerals. 2 weeks after planting, the tomatoes are watered with a solution of mullein at a concentration of 1:15.
Top dressing contains nitrogen, which promotes shoot growth. In the future, it is better to refuse from products containing nitrogen in order to avoid the growth of the Viagra tomato bush.
An interval of 2-3 weeks is made between treatments. Watering is alternated with spraying tomatoes. A solution for foliar feeding is prepared in a lower concentration: 10 g of minerals are required for a 10-liter bucket of water.
Bush formation
Viagra tomatoes are formed into 1 stem. Stepsons growing from the leaf sinus are eliminated manually. Stems 5 cm long are subject to removal. After pinching, a shoot 1-2 cm long is left. Tomatoes are stepson every week.
Viagra bushes are tied to a support at the top. Since according to the characteristics and description, the Viagra tomato variety is tall, due to the tying up, the bush grows straight and without kinks.
Protection against diseases and pests
The Viagra variety is resistant to tobacco mosaic and cladosporium disease. For the prevention of diseases, agricultural techniques are observed, watering is normalized and the greenhouse is ventilated. Spraying with fungicides can help reduce the risk of disease.
Viagra tomatoes are attacked by aphids, whiteflies, bear and other pests. For insects, insecticides are used. All treatments are stopped 3-4 weeks before harvesting.
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Conclusion
Viagra tomatoes are notable for their unusual color and high yield. The variety is grown in greenhouses or greenhouses. To harvest a high harvest, plantings are watered and fertilized. A tall variety requires additional care, including pinching and tying to a support.
