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As a rule, experienced gardeners try to plant vegetables with different ripening periods on the plot. Thanks to this, you can treat yourself to fresh fruits for a long time. And early varieties of tomatoes in this regard are becoming a real find.
Variety description
Tomato Bagheera F1 is an early highly resistant hybrid. Determinate bush with a height of 50-85 cm has a compact shape. During the growth period, a green mass of medium volume is formed. Medium-sized dark green leaves have a simple shape.
Tomatoes ripen medium, weighing 85-245 g. A distinctive feature of the Bagheera tomato variety is that larger fruits ripen on the lower branches. From 4 to 6 tomatoes are tied in a brush (as in the photo).
The yield level is high – about 10 kg of magnificent Bagheera tomatoes can be harvested from a square meter plot.
The fruits are rounded, somewhat flat. It is worth noting the presence of a small ribbing near the stem.
Ripe tomatoes turn deep red. The color of tomatoes of the Bagheera F1 variety is monophonic, without spots. Moderately juicy, fleshy flesh has a pleasant, slightly sweet taste. At least six seed chambers are formed in a tomato (see photo).
The fruits of Bagheera are characterized by the presence of thick walls and a thin dense skin. This combination ensures good preservation of tomatoes (up to 30 days) and the possibility of transporting them over long distances. If Bagheera tomatoes are harvested during the period of technical ripeness (green), then they ripen perfectly in warm conditions.
According to the hostesses, Bagheera tomatoes can be considered universal. Tomatoes are perfectly preserved and are very tasty in salads, sauces.
Features of planting and care
The period from germination of tomato seeds to the appearance of the first ripe Bagheera tomatoes is approximately 86-99 days.
Growing seedlings
Since the seed producer carries out preparatory procedures on his own (disinfection, hardening, culling), the seeds of the Bagheera variety of tomatoes can be planted immediately.
A mixture of garden soil, humus and peat is used as fertile soil. If there are no or few components, then you can buy ready-made soil for tomato seedlings in specialized stores.
- The soil is poured into a container, moistened and depressions (1-2 cm) are formed on the surface in the form of even rows.
- Bagheera F1 tomato seeds are laid out in recesses, covered with earth and the soil is slightly moistened.
- The box is tightly closed with a piece of polyethylene and cleaned in a warm room for the germination of Bagheera tomato seeds.
- As soon as the grains germinate, the container is exposed to a bright place. When the tomato seedlings grow two leaves each, the seedlings can be placed in separate containers (cups).
During the growth period of seedlings of the Bagira variety, the seedlings are fed and periodically taken out into the fresh air for hardening. By the time they are transplanted into the open ground, they should have been outdoors all day.
To plant Bagheera F1 sprouts in a summer cottage, you need to choose a period when the threat of night frosts has already passed and the earth has warmed up sufficiently. The optimal period is the end of May or the beginning of June.
It is better to plant tomatoes in the afternoon or choose cloudy weather. In such conditions, the sprouts will be more comfortable to take root, and they will not wither.
Before planting seedlings, it is advisable to add compost, a little ash and urea to each prepared hole. It is recommended to use half a liter of wood ash per square meter, a bucket of compost / humus and urea – 1 tsp. The soil in the cups should be slightly moistened. This will help to carefully get the sprouts, without damaging the root system.
The optimal depth of the hole is the height of the cup. If seedlings of tomato varieties Bagheera were purchased without cups, then when planting sprouts, it must be ensured that the first leaf is not buried, but remains above the soil.
Watering tomatoes
For a good yield of the Bagheera F1 tomato variety, it is important to constantly monitor soil moisture. Otherwise, when the earth dries out, cracks form on the surface, which can damage the root system of young plants. During the period of growth and ripening of fruits, you can adhere to the following watering rates:
- when planting seedlings – about a liter and a half in each hole;
- during the flowering of tomatoes of the Bagheera variety – 20-25 liters per square meter of soil;
- when setting fruits – about 40 liters per square meter of land;
- during the period of fruit ripening and the formation of new ovaries – approximately 70 liters per square meter.
As soon as the harvest begins, the amount of watering should be reduced. So it will be possible to prevent cracking of the fruits of the Bagheera variety and the possibility of infection with various diseases.
Naturally, all the given figures can be considered conditional. Since other factors are of great importance when regulating irrigation: the climatic features of the region, the composition of the soil, the location of the planting of the tomato (flat area or slope, north-south side).
In general, it is believed that Bagheera tomatoes need to be watered infrequently, but plentifully. If possible, it is advisable to use warm settled water for irrigation. The drip irrigation system is the best option for irrigating Bagheera varieties.
It is believed that loosening the earth should be carried out after each watering to a depth of about 10 cm. With deeper loosening, the root system of tomatoes can be damaged.
It is also recommended to mulch the soil
Soil fertilization
Top dressing of tomatoes of the Bagheera variety is carried out in several stages.
The first time fertilizers are applied two weeks after planting the seedlings on the site. A suitable composition of the mineral mixture per square meter of area: 8 g of saltpeter / urea, 20 g of superphosphate and potassium salt.
Three weeks later, phosphate and potash fertilizers are added again. During the growth of the bush, the formation of flowers and the formation of ovaries, you can use a special ready-made top dressing “Sudarushka-tomato”. This composition prevents the occurrence of fungal diseases and increases productivity. A teaspoon of the mixture is dissolved in 10 liters of water and half a liter of solution is poured under each bush.
Complete feeding of the Bagheera F1 variety is also important during fruit ripening. To increase productivity and the appearance of new ovaries, nitroammofoska is used (2 tablespoons of fertilizer are dissolved in a bucket of water).
Bush garter
When planting tomatoes in open ground, it is desirable to provide plants with protection from gusts of wind. Tomatoes of the Bagheera variety do not grow very tall, however, given the ever-increasing cases of natural disasters, it is better to play it safe.
The support will not only fix the tomato bush, while ventilation is also provided. For supports, you can use stakes, sticks. Install them before planting seedlings. If the support is driven in after planting the sprouts, the root system of the Bagheera tomato may be damaged. Soft ropes (hemp or for packing) are used as garters.
Diseases and pests
The tomato hybrid of the Bagheera variety is resistant to nematode damage, not susceptible to Fusarium or Verticillium wilt.
Late blight is a fungal disease that affects not only the trunk, leaves, but also the fruits of tomatoes. It is worth paying special attention to the fight against him. Since due to the disease, the entire tomato crop can die in just a few days. The main causes of the disease: sudden changes in temperature, high humidity, thickening of the green mass.
The main way to fight is preventive measures. During watering, water should not be allowed to get on the stems, leaves of Bagheera tomato varieties. With frequent rains and cold weather, it is worth spraying the bushes with a 1% solution of Bordeaux mixture. When choosing a site for planting seedlings, preference is given to places with moderate ventilation. Tomatoes are planted after cucumbers, zucchini, cauliflower.
Bagheera tomato is an excellent variety that guarantees a good harvest for both beginners and experienced gardeners.
