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Tomato Blagovest: description
The Blagovest tomato is one of the most popular hybrids, which is very popular among gardeners. This variety belongs to the early maturing. It is characterized by increased productivity, disease resistance and ease of maintenance. But it is recommended to grow it in greenhouses, since the plant does not take root well in the open field.
Description of the tomato “Blagovest”
The vegetable bush is medium-sized, but can reach a height of 1,5-1,8 m. Therefore, it is imperative to build a support for the plant. In this case, you need to tie up not only the trunk, but also the brushes. After all, a fairly large number of large fruits can grow on them. The bush of the plant is highly branched and densely covered with grayish-green foliage.
Blagovest tomato is one of the best greenhouse varieties
The fruits of a vegetable are medium in size and with proper care can reach a weight of 140–150 g. The color is bright red, glossy. Round shape with slight ribbing
Tomato fruits have a pleasant rich taste and pronounced aroma. They are versatile and suitable both for fresh consumption and for processing. This hybrid is especially popular with housewives who prefer to preserve whole tomatoes. This is due to the fact that the fruits of “Blagovest” have a dense structure and medium size. Therefore, they are easy to place in a jar and do not lose their shape after processing.
Tomato variety “Blagovest”: advantages and disadvantages
The main advantage of this hybrid is its viability. Subject to planting rules, seed germination reaches 100%. In addition, the variety has a high yield. Up to 5,5 kg of fruit can be harvested from one bush. Tomatoes “Blagovest” tolerate transportation well and retain their freshness and attractive presentation for a long time. Therefore, it is allowed to grow the hybrid for commercial purposes.
The Blagovest variety is resistant to most of the diseases that greenhouse tomatoes often suffer from. It has been noticed that this plant almost never suffers from cladosporia, late blight and tobacco mosaic. In addition, the bushes rarely suffer from pests.
With all the advantages, the hybrid has several disadvantages. First of all, this is the need for growing in greenhouses. Planting a plant outdoors is allowed only in regions with a mild warm climate. Another disadvantage is the need to install supports and garters of brushes. The rest of the plant requires a little attention.
The Blagovest tomato will be the best choice for any type of greenhouse. This variety ripens fairly quickly and produces a good harvest even with minimal maintenance.