The choice of tomato varieties for growing in household plots is huge. Some prefer varietal plants, for some there is nothing better than a hybrid. At the same time, everyone is trying to choose productive, unpretentious plants, with tasty fruits. Tomato "explosion" fully meets these characteristics. Magnificent in its characteristics, the variety fell in love with many gardeners. Shrubs that do not require special care, please with a good harvest and great taste of fruits.
Origin
Tomato "explosion" is the result of the work of the Russian breeder Kozak Vladimir Ivanovich (he is the originator). The hybrid was created on the basis of the well-known variety "white filling". In 2007, it was registered in the State Register of the Russian Federation and recommended for personal household plots. It can be grown in all regions of Russia, including in risky farming areas.
Culture wastested in the field and proved to be excellent for growing both in the open ground and under the film. The variety was highly appreciated for friendly and early fruit formation. It gives a good harvest even under adverse weather conditions. "Explosion" is able to grow and develop in any climate.
Description
Brief description of the "explosion" tomato:
- Refers to early ripe varieties. From planting in the ground to the appearance of fruits - 100-110 days.
- Distinguished by a friendly harvest. The average weight of a tomato is about 200 grams. Up to 3 kg of fruits are harvested from one bush.
- Tomatoes are determinate, stop growing after the first fruits are set, not standard, the height of a sprawling bush is within 60 cm.
- The leaves are medium in size, there are few of them on the bush, saturated green. Inflorescence - simple, peduncle with articulation.
- The trunk is stable, strong, does not need a garter and reinforcement with props.
- Explosion tomato is a hybrid variety that can be grown both in open ground and in greenhouses (in more northern regions). The hybrid does not produce seeds to grow.
- Resistant to adverse weather conditions, drought tolerant. Grows well in any soil.
Fruit characteristics
Commodity characteristics of the tomato "explosion":
- average weight 120 grams, maximum up to 250 grams;
- round shape, slightly flattened, with slight ribbing;
- fruit usually has 6 seminal chambers;
- the pulp is moderately dense, the tomatoes themselvesmeaty, with a pleasant aroma;
- the color of ripe tomatoes is deep red;
- characterized by good preservation for a long time;
- do not crack on the beds;
- easy to transport long distances.
The palatability is good. Fruits are great for fresh consumption: salads, purees, juices. They are also used for s alting, pickling, tomato paste, ketchups. The pulp of the "explosion" tomato is juicy and fleshy, has an average dry matter content, contains vitamins C, A, K, and the antioxidant lycopene. The fruits themselves are classified as dietary products. A distinctive feature is the successful combination of sugar and acids contained in the pulp.
Features of cultivation
The hybrid is grown in almost all climatic zones of Russia. They know him in Ukraine and Moldova. Explosion tomato can be planted in two ways.
Seedless method. The friendly germination of seeds is very high, it can be sown directly into the ground, without pre-growing seedlings. Before planting, it is recommended to soak the seeds in melted water, adding aloe juice to it, and keep it for 6 hours. Enough 1 teaspoon of aloe juice per 200 ml of water. This increases seed germination. After that, the seeds are dried and sown in heated soil. 3 seeds are lowered into the holes, sprinkled with a 1 cm layer of earth. After germination, the seedlings are examined and the strongest seedling is left. Sow in such a way that the distance between rows is 40 cm, and between plants - 50 cm. This method is good for the southern regions. Practice sowing seeds insmall containers with nutrient soil. After the emergence of seedlings, they are planted in open ground along with pots. This allows you to keep the root system intact and prevent possible diseases that occur if it is damaged.
Seedling method (recommended). Tomato variety "explosion" can be grown in seedlings. The timing of sowing seeds depends on the region, in the south - the end of winter - the beginning of spring, in the north - the end of March - the beginning of April.
Technology:
- disinfect seeds with manganese solution or aloe juice;
- seeds are soaked in a growth stimulant;
- soil is calcined in the oven;
- seeds are sown into the soil to a depth of 1.5 cm;
- cover with a film and wait for the sprouts to appear, subject to the temperature and water conditions, this happens on the 4-5th day;
- remove the film and put the shoots in a well-lit warm place, be sure to control the soil moisture;
- after the appearance of 1-2 true leaves, the first top dressing and diving are carried out;
- one week before planting in open ground, it is recommended to harden seedlings;
- plants are transplanted into the beds if there is at least one flower brush, 6-8 real leaves and a bush height of at least 20 cm;
- planting scheme, as for sowing seeds, 40 cm X 50 cm.
Usually the age of the seedlings reaches 2 months, these are quite strong bushes that take root well. You can plant seedlings in a greenhouse. Tomatoes of this variety, although they can grow in varioussoils, prefer slightly acidic, slightly moist soil.
Care
Tomato "explosion", reviews of gardeners confirm this, is content with minimal care:
- choose a sunny site for planting, with moist soil and good air circulation;
- moderate watering - twice a week, preferably in the morning or after sunset, drip irrigation can be used;
- weeding, loosening the soil (after watering or heavy rain);
- fertilizing with mineral and organic fertilizers;
- mulching with straw or sawdust;
- to obtain large fruits, it is recommended to carry out stepchildren;
- timely harvesting will ensure the formation of new ovaries;
- good resistance to diseases allows you to do without "chemistry", usually the bushes are periodically sprayed with folk remedies.
Benefits
There are practically no shortcomings in the plant. The only negative is the impossibility of collecting seeds. There are many advantages, it is not for nothing that the explosion tomato was recognized as the best hybrid of 2016. Feedback from practitioners notes the following points:
- easy care;
- tolerates drought and temperature fluctuations;
- hybrid rarely gets sick, resistant to top and root rot;
- early harvest;
- friendly fruit ripening;
- can be sown immediately in open ground;
- good yield - up to 4 kg from 1 m2;
- does not needin a pick;
- disease resistant;
- fruits have high dietary value;
- tomatoes have excellent commercial qualities: they are well preserved and withstand transportation, do not crack in the beds;
- versatility of fruit use.
