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Fleshy, large and very tasty tomatoes can be grown not only in the southern regions of the country, but even in Siberia. For this, breeders bred a special early ripe variety “Velmozha”. It is resistant to cool weather conditions and short daylight hours. Variety “Velmozha” due to the unique shape of the fruit received another name: “Budenovka”. The tomato belongs to the “Bull’s heart” cultivar. It has similar taste and external characteristics with related varieties. A detailed description of the tomato “Velmozha” and characteristics of the variety are given later in the article. After reviewing the proposed information, you can evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of the variety, find out the features of growing crops.
Variety description
Tomato “Velmozha” was obtained by breeders of Siberia in 2004 and zoned for the northern regions of the country. Due to its agrotechnical and taste advantages, the variety quickly became widespread. Today, many farmers grow it in greenhouse conditions in open beds.
Characteristics of the plant
Bushes of the variety “Velmozha” are determinant. Their height does not exceed 70 cm. Low bushes independently regulate their growth, require minimal formation. Plants are resistant and require a garter only during the period of mass ripening of fruits.
The leaves of the tomatoes “Velmozha” are medium in size, light green in color. The first inflorescences are formed above the 7-8 leaf of the plant. Higher up the trunk, the inflorescences are located after 1-2 leaves. Abundant flowering bush is not always desirable. The unbalanced distribution of nutrients in this case allows you to grow many relatively small tomatoes. That is why, in the process of cultivation, some farmers pinch the brushes, leaving 4-6 out of 10 flowers on each of them. This measure contributes to the formation of especially large tomatoes.
Characteristics of fruits
Tomatoes “Velmozha” are very large and fleshy. There is practically no free liquid in them. The percentage of dry matter in fruits is 3-5%. There are 5-9 chambers in the internal cavity of the tomato.
The shape of the tomato “Velmozh” is heart-shaped, elongated, a bit like a well-known headdress: Budyonovka. The color of the tomato, depending on the growing conditions, can vary from light pink to dark red. The peel of vegetables is thin and tender, almost invisible when biting a tomato. Large tomatoes weigh from 300 to 400 g. If, when growing tomatoes, the farmer uses pinching inflorescences and leaves only 4-5 flowers, then especially large tomatoes weighing up to 1,5 kg can be expected. Excellent performance and compliance with the description of the variety of tomatoes “Velmozha” can be assessed in the photo below.
The taste of tomatoes “Velmozha” is their main advantage. The fruits are high in sugar, dense and tender pulp. Ripe tomatoes exude a sweet, bright, alluring aroma. Thanks to its excellent taste and aroma, the “Velmozha” variety is considered a classic salad variety. It is also worth noting that Velmozh tomatoes are an excellent raw material for making sauces and ketchups. Due to the high solids content, it is not recommended to use tomatoes for making juices.
Productivity
Variety of tomatoes “Velmozha” of average duration of fruit ripening. Approximately 105-110 days pass from the emergence of seedlings to obtaining a mass harvest. The first ripe vegetables can be harvested 1-2 weeks earlier.
The crop yield is high: 3-5 kg/m2. However, judging by the reviews of the Velmozh tomatoes, it can be argued that under especially favorable conditions, with proper feeding, it is possible to collect from each 1 m2 soil up to 7 kg of vegetables.
Disease resistance
Tomatoes “Velmozha” have excellent disease resistance. In the open ground, plants, as a rule, do not suffer from viruses and fungi. In a greenhouse, under conditions of high humidity, the development of brown spotting can be observed. To combat the disease, it is necessary to observe the humidity and light conditions. Reviews of farmers in this case also recommend the use of garlic infusion.
Among all kinds of insects, Velmozh tomatoes most often suffer from spider mites. In the fight against it, it is recommended to use a soap solution.
Advantages and disadvantages of the variety
The popularity of the variety “Velmozha” is justified by numerous important advantages, which include:
- high yield;
- excellent taste of vegetables;
- unpretentiousness to weather conditions;
- the possibility of long-term storage and suitability for transportation;
- resistance to pests and diseases.
Among the shortcomings of the variety are the following nuances:
- to obtain a good harvest, regular plant feeding should be carried out;
- the need to establish reliable supports for the garter;
- the need for pinching and pinching;
- the need for regular, especially plentiful watering.
Thus, in order to obtain a plentiful, good harvest of Velmozh tomatoes, it is necessary to constantly and painstakingly care for the plants. Only in this case the labors and efforts of the farmer will be crowned with success.
Peculiarities of growing
Tomatoes “Velmozha” are grown in seedlings, sowing seeds at the end of March. The soil for growing seedlings is prepared from soddy soil, sand and peat. Universal mineral fertilizers are added to the general mixture of ingredients.
When sowing seeds for seedlings, it is necessary to provide for the presence of a drainage layer and drainage holes in the container. For the speedy germination of seeds, containers with plantings are placed in a warm place and covered with an additional film or protective glass. After the appearance of the overgrowth, the containers are placed on a well-lit surface with a temperature of + 14- + 170C. After another week, the temperature for tomato seedlings should be increased to +220C.
With the advent of 5 true leaves, the seedlings of the “Velmozh” tomatoes dive into isolated plastic or peat containers. Tomato seedlings need to be fed 3-4 times with mineral and organic fertilizers for the entire growing period. Minerals, slurry solution, wood ash can be used as fertilizer.
At the end of May, grown tomatoes are planted in open ground or a greenhouse. Low bushes of the “Velmozha” variety are recommended to be placed 3 pcs / m2. Before planting, it is necessary to prepare deep pits filled with nutrient soil. You can see the Velmozh tomatoes, as well as hear some recommendations for growing and reviews about vegetables of this variety in the video:
Tomato “Velmozha” is an excellent hybrid of Siberian selection, which is able to delight with tasty, large and sweet vegetables. To get a rich harvest, it is enough to carefully grow seedlings and plant plants in the ground in a timely manner. Depending on personal preference and the intended purpose of the tomato, this variety will produce a variety of medium-sized or a limited number of very large fruits. They are excellent for preparing fresh salads or sauces. You can also prepare for the winter salted, pickled tomatoes divided into several parts. Thus, tomatoes “Velmozha” provide the farmer with ample opportunities for use in cooking.