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Low-growing tomatoes: the best varieties
Experienced gardeners know that not all varieties of tomatoes are suitable for growing in various greenhouses, therefore, when choosing a suitable one, they take into account many conditions and factors of growth of these herbaceous plants. Usually, the selection of a suitable variety and seeds for planting begins in the autumn season.
The most popular varieties of tomatoes for cultivating them in a greenhouse
Low-growing greenhouse tomatoes come in a variety of varieties that are cultivated by many growers. Any gardener, taking into account all the variety of varieties, can choose for himself one that will meet all the requirements: large or small fruit, a certain size of the bush, whether the selected variety is suitable for the growing region. Also, the choice of the variety is made depending on the purpose of growing – for conservation or in the form of fresh vegetables in salads and other dishes.
Low-growing tomatoes require increased attention and care for them
Large-fruited tomato varieties growing in greenhouses and at the same time being undersized:
- “Grouse”;
- “The Chosen One”;
- “Radja”;
- «Ermitage».
It should be noted that these varieties of tomatoes are intended for early planting.
Hybrid tomato varieties include:
- “Major”;
- “Ace”;
- “Verse”;
- “Resource”.
Small-fruited tomatoes vary in shape, color and ripening time.
The best varieties of low-growing tomatoes, which are in great demand in the consumer market today, are: “Raisin”, “Perchik”. For these varieties, it is necessary to carry out only the care recommended for their type.
Effective care of low-growing tomatoes in greenhouses is expressed in the cultivation features:
- The purchase of seeds of greenhouse tomatoes for their cultivation should be carried out from reputable gardeners or in stores specializing in the sale of tomatoes;
- The grains must be planted in the soil prepared in advance;
- After planting the seeds, they should be covered with a thin earthen layer (literally 1 cm) and irrigated, preferably with a special spray gun;
- The growth of tomatoes should be stimulated by watering with a special solution of boric acid with a concentration of 2 g. This volume of the substance must be mixed with 10 liters of water.
Low-quality tomatoes work well in most greenhouses. In the fall, before planting, the greenhouse must be treated from pests. The right seeds for your region and careful maintenance will allow you to grow a rich harvest.