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Tomato Nastena F1 is one of the most popular early ripe varieties. The variety received love from gardeners for a high yield, a small, compact bush and for its unpretentiousness in care. Due to the high yield, the variety is grown on an industrial scale and in summer cottages.
Detailed description of the variety
Nastena tomatoes are an early ripe hybrid bred by scientists in 2008. During the test, the variety showed high yield and unpretentiousness, thanks to which the plant began to be grown on an industrial scale.
Tomato Nastena F1 is a determinant variety (limited growth). An adult plant forms a low-leafed, powerful bush up to 1 m high. Due to the small dark green foliage, the bush is well ventilated, and each fruit receives the necessary amount of sunlight.
Tomato Nastena, according to gardeners, is an early ripe variety. No more than 3 months pass from germination to harvest. The first flower brush grows over the 6th leaf, the next ones appear every 2nd leaf.
Description and taste of fruits
Nastena F1 tomatoes are a high-yielding variety. Each flower brush forms from 6 to 8 juicy, tasty fruits. The fleshy, red flesh is surrounded by a dense but thin peel, thanks to which the crop is well transported over long distances and has good keeping quality.
Rounded flattened, red fruits have a mass of up to 300 g. Due to the small number of seeds, the Nastena tomato variety is used for whole canning and cooking vegetable salads.
Varietal characteristics
Nastena tomatoes, according to gardeners, are a high-yielding variety. Subject to agrotechnical rules from 1 square. m can be removed up to 15 kg of juicy and sweet crop. Productivity is influenced not only by varietal characteristics, but also by climatic conditions. When growing tomatoes under film cover, fruiting increases. But when growing tomatoes in open beds, the fruits grow more juicy and sweet.
Nastena tomato variety tolerates minor climate changes and high humidity. Also, the variety has a strong immunity to late blight, Alternaria and verticillium.
To protect the tomato from the sudden addition of diseases, it is necessary to carry out preventive measures:
- to observe a crop rotation;
- cut off the lower leaves so that they do not touch the ground;
- carry out timely weeding;
- before planting seeds, carry out soil treatment;
- ventilate the greenhouse more often;
- purchase only high-quality planting material.
Subject to the rules of care, the tomato is not afraid of either diseases or pests.
Pros and cons of the variety
The tomato variety Nastena F1, judging by the reviews and photos, consists of some advantages. These include:
- high yield, the variety can be grown for sale;
- large-fruited;
- forms a low low-leaved shrub;
- good presentation and taste;
- a small number of seeds;
- unpretentiousness in care;
- good transportability and keeping quality;
- resistance to diseases and sudden cold snaps;
- can grow in open beds and under film cover;
- does not form stepchildren.
No deficiencies were found in the variety.
Rules of landing and care
The quality and quantity of the crop depends on the right place and the timely prepared beds. The Nastena variety is not so whimsical that it can be grown by novice gardeners.
Growing seedlings
It is profitable to grow the determinant variety Nasten, it is able to set fruits in any conditions. When grown in the south, seeds are sown directly into the ground, in regions with a short summer, Nasten F1 tomatoes, according to gardeners, are best grown through seedlings.
To obtain strong and healthy seedlings, it is necessary to prepare the soil and planting material. Soil for planting seeds can be bought at the store, or you can cook at home. To do this, mix peat and sand in a ratio of 3: 1.
So that an adult plant does not get sick, the seeds must go through a disinfection stage before sowing. To do this, the seed can be soaked for 10 minutes in a weak solution of potassium permanganate or a warm solution of water and hydrogen peroxide (100 ml of water and 3 ml of peroxide).
For planting, you can use peat or plastic cups, boxes 10 cm high or peat tablets. When planting in boxes and plastic cups, the container must be scalded with boiling water.
The prepared containers are filled with nutrient soil, the seeds are shed and buried by 1,5 cm. The crops are covered with polyethylene or glass to create a microclimate favorable for germination and cleaned in a warm place. After the emergence of seedlings, the shelter is removed, and the seedlings are transferred to a well-lit place. Since the seeds are sown at the end of March, it is necessary to install additional lighting.
After the appearance of 3 true leaves, the seedlings dive into separate larger containers, deepening the plant to the cotyledon leaves.
Before transplanting tomatoes to a permanent place, hardening is necessary. To do this, the tomatoes are taken out into the open air, for the first time for 5 minutes, then increasing the residence time by 5 minutes daily.
Seedling transplant
Seedlings, ready for planting, should have a height of 30 cm and a flower brush. Before planting, the soil is dug up, humus, wood ash and crushed eggshells are added.
On the prepared bed, holes are made at a distance of 50 cm from each other. Legumes, cereals and pumpkin crops are considered the best predecessors for Nasten’s tomato. After potatoes, peppers and eggplants, a tomato can be planted after 3 years.
The landing hole is abundantly shed with settled, warm water. Next, the seedlings are carefully removed from the cup and planted at right angles to the ground. The plant is covered with earth, rammed, shed and mulched. Straw, grass clippings, or sawdust can be used as mulch. Mulch is an assistant to the gardener, as it:
- retains moisture;
- does not allow weeds to germinate;
- nourishes the soil
- protects the root system from sunburn.
So that the plant is not attacked by pests, you can plant spicy herbs, calendula and marigolds next to the tomatoes.
Care of tomatoes
Caring for the tomato variety Nastena is simple, it consists in watering and feeding.
The first watering with warm, settled water is carried out 2 weeks after planting the seedlings. Further abundant irrigation is necessary:
- during flowering;
- during the formation and ripening of fruits.
Since tomatoes are a moisture-loving plant, 3 liters of water are poured under each bush. After watering, the earth is loosened and mulched.
Top dressing is necessary for Nasten’s tomato for the formation of large fruits. Fertilizers are applied during flowering, during the formation and ripening of fruits. As a fertilizer, complex mineral and organic top dressings are used.
Tomato varieties Nastena greatly simplifies the work of the gardener:
- he does not form stepchildren;
- it does not need to be formed;
- a garter is necessary only if a large number of fruits form on the brush.
Additional care when growing in a greenhouse:
- regular ventilation;
- compliance with the temperature and humidity conditions;
- artificial pollination;
- timely removal of weeds;
- disease prevention;
- regular collection of fruits, to increase fruiting.
For better fruit set, greenhouse tomatoes need artificial pollination. To do this, pollinating insects are lured, frequent airings are carried out in windy weather, and the bush is shaken daily.
In order for the plant to receive more light, it is necessary to remove the leaves under each flower ovary. For a week, you can cut no more than 3 leaves.
Conclusion
Tomato Nastena F1 is a godsend for the gardener, as it is unpretentious, has no flaws, and is resistant to many diseases. But, despite the ideality, the variety, like any plant, requires care and timely care. With a minimum of effort and time, you can get a generous, tasty and fragrant harvest.
