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Fans of raspberry-pink tomatoes can pay attention to the Ob Domes F1 tomato. This hybrid attracts not only with its unusual shape, somewhat reminiscent of a persimmon, but also with the possibility of obtaining an early harvest of delicious fragrant fruits.
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Tomato Ob domes – a domestic hybrid. Its originators are scientific breeders of the agrotechnical company Siberian Garden. The tomato is intended for cultivation in any soil – open or protected. The seeds have passed all the necessary checks, and the tomato Obskiye Domes F1 is included in the State Register of the Federation.
Description of the tomato variety Ob Domes
The Ob Dome tomato is a first-generation hybrid, so seeds will have to be purchased. Self-selected seed does not retain maternal qualities.
Bushes
Plants grow up to 60 cm, in protected ground conditions – a little higher, up to 70 cm. The bushes are stocky, with a strong stem and a powerful root system. Since the Ob domes are a determinate hybrid, it limits itself in growth. Tomatoes are well leafy, they have to be partially removed, just like stepchildren.
Fruit
Floral brushes form over the ninth leaf, then after two. Ovaries are formed on almost every flower. On the lower brushes, the fruits are larger, then a little smaller. Tomatoes Ob domes are not too large. Weight within 200-260 g.
The surface of the fruit and the flesh are bright red or crimson-pink. Around the place where the stalk is attached, there is a yellowish spot. The skin is dense, thick, so that transportation does not harm the fruit. Tomatoes are distinguished by fleshy and sugary pulp. There are few seeds inside, just like inside the fetal fluid.
The shape of the fruit is elongated, reminiscent of a heart or a dome. On the bushes, tomatoes do not crack. Ob domes are valued for their sweetish taste.
Tomatoes can be safely laid in boxes in blange ripeness: they ripen perfectly. The Ob domes will remain fresh until November.
Characteristics of the tomato Ob domes
When choosing a new variety or hybrid of tomatoes for their dacha, gardeners pay attention not only to taste or external data. It is equally important to know the following characteristics:
- productivity;
- keeping quality;
- transportability;
- ripening dates;
- resistance to diseases and pests;
- culinary features.
Tomato yield Ob domes
The value of the Obsky domes hybrid is in the early and friendly return of the crop. Usually the first fruits are harvested 100 days after germination. But if the summer is rainy, cold, then the ripening time is slightly delayed.
One bush of tomatoes produces about 4-7 kg of fruits, depending on the place of cultivation. From a square meter, you can get about 20-22 kg of sweet tasty fruits.
Disease and pest resistance
The determinant hybrid Ob domes of early ripening has good immunity. He does not suffer from many diseases of nightshade crops. That is why you can count on a guaranteed harvest every year. But it is not always possible to get rid of pests, you have to take the necessary measures.
How to use
The description says that the fruits of the Ob domes are for universal use. But some consumers note that during canning, when the tomatoes are heat-treated, the dense skin bursts.
But sauces, tomato juice, ketchups, lecho or canned tomato slices are excellent. But most importantly, early vitamin products appear on the table. Tomatoes of the Ob coast are very tasty in salads.
Advantages and disadvantages of tomato Ob domes
Vegetable growers who grow the Ob Domes hybrid note that they fully agree with the advantages indicated by the originators:
- the ability to adapt to any natural conditions, including in the north;
- short-term temperature drops, as well as drought, endure with firmness, with virtually no loss of crop;
- early and friendly maturation;
- high yield;
- excellent taste qualities;
- high keeping quality and transportability;
- fruits do not crack;
- unpretentiousness of cultivation and care;
- versatility in culinary applications;
- high immunity, which provides good resistance to diseases and pests.
Few cons:
- the impossibility of obtaining own seed;
- the need for frequent stepsoning;
- tying bushes.
Features of agricultural technology
Tomatoes The Ob domes were originally created for the harsh northern regions. In this case, seedlings are grown first. But, according to gardeners, this hybrid is no less attractive for those who live in a warm southern climate.
When sowing seeds, it is necessary to take into account the timing of planting in a permanent place (55-60 days). It turns out that boxes of soil are prepared by the end of March. There are no special requirements at this stage.
The soil can be used store-bought or prepared independently. The seeds are laid out in increments of 2-3 cm in grooves located at a distance of 5-6 cm. Two weeks after planting, when 2-3 true leaves appear, the seedlings dive. Grow as usual.
The originators indicate that the hybrid Ob domes can be grown not only in open, but also in protected ground. When planting in a greenhouse per sq. m place 3-4 bushes, which are formed into 2-3 stems. In open ground – up to five plants / sq. m. The number of stems is also greater than in the greenhouse.
On each bush, many heavy fruits are formed, which are very difficult to hold without damage. Therefore, the tomato Ob domes must be tied up. You can drive 2-3 pegs around the bush and tie up the stems and brushes with tomatoes. Some gardeners pull ropes and attach the plant to them.
With regards to pinching, this is a mandatory procedure. In the open ground, these processes must be removed; in the greenhouse, they can be partially left.
Since the yield of low-growing tomatoes of the Ob domes is quite high, they require regular feeding. It is useful to water the bushes with mullein infusion or nitrogen-phosphorus-potassium fertilizers at the beginning of flowering. During the formation of fruits, they are fed with phosphorus and potash fertilizers. In this case, the fruits will be sweeter and more aromatic.
Pest and disease control
Judging by the description and opinion of gardeners, the Ob dome tomato has good immunity. But, since more than one variety is usually grown on the site, there may be crops that are less resistant to diseases and pests in the beds nearby. Therefore, it is necessary to take care of the preventive treatment of all tomato plantings. You can determine the onset of diseases by leaves and fruits, work must begin immediately.
Often, gardeners use Strobi to protect tomatoes, including the Ob Domes hybrid. It is used throughout the growing season. Add 10 g of the drug to a 2 liter bucket. After thorough mixing, plantings are sprayed.
Conclusion
Tomato Ob domes has a lot of advantages, which adds to its popularity. The plant adapts to any climate, you can always count on a good harvest. Seed growers of the Siberian Garden company took care of immunity to diseases and pests, resistance to changes in weather conditions.