All lovers of large-fruited, high-yielding varieties should pay attention to the "Idol". This is a very interesting type of tomato, it can bear fruit until late autumn, when other tomatoes no longer produce a crop.
This is a rather old, proven form of tomatoes. He was bred by domestic experts, received state registration as a variety recommended for cultivation in greenhouse shelters and in open ground, in 1997.
Tomato "Idol": variety description
Grade name | Idol |
general description | Mid-season high-yielding determinant variety |
Originator | Russia |
Ripening | 100-110 days |
The form | Rounded |
Colour | Red |
Average tomato mass | 350-450 grams |
Application | Fresh |
Yield varieties | 4.5-6 kg from a bush |
Features of growing | Capricious to the regime of fertilizing at the growth stage |
Disease resistance | Vertex rot possible |
This is a determinant stem grade. The plant is very tall and can reach 180-200 cm. Idol is recommended for growing both in greenhouse conditions and in unprotected soil.
It refers to medium-early types of tomatoes, that is, from the moment of transplanting to fruit ripening, 100-110 days pass. It has good resistance to fungal diseases.
With good care from one bush can collect up to 4.5-6 kg. With a recommended planting density of 3 bushes per square meter. m is obtained from 14 to 18 kg, depending on external conditions. This is a very good result.
Grade name | Yield |
Idol | 4.5-6 kg from a bush |
Bobcat | 4-6 kg from a bush |
Apples in the snow | 2.5 kg from a bush |
Russian size | 7-8 kg per square meter |
Apple Russia | 3-5 kg from a bush |
King of Kings | 5 kg from a bush |
Katya | 15 kg per square meter |
Long keeper | 4-6 kg from a bush |
Raspberry jingle | 18 kg per square meter |
Grandma's Gift | 6 kg per square meter |
Crystal | 9.5-12 kg per square meter |
Among the main advantages of lovers "Idol" note:
- unpretentiousness;
- large fruits;
- good yield;
- disease resistance;
- the duration of fruiting.
Among the disadvantages emit:
- capriciousness to the mode of dressings at the growth stage of the bush;
- weak branches, therefore props are obligatory, otherwise they break;
- not suitable for whole canning.
And also about varieties of high-yielding and disease-resistant, about tomatoes not undergoing late blight.
Specifications
The main feature of this type of tomato, which is noted by almost all gardeners - is the duration of fruiting, until late autumn. You can also note the overall simplicity and yield.
Fruits that have reached their varietal maturity are red in color, they are round in shape. By weight, tomatoes on average weigh 350-450 grams. The number of chambers 4-6, the solids content of about 5%. Harvested fruits are well stored and tolerate transportation.
Grade name | Fruit weight |
Idol | 350-450 grams |
Nastya | 150-200 grams |
Valentine | 80-90 grams |
Garden Pearl | 15-20 grams |
Domes of Siberia | 200-250 grams |
Caspar | 80-120 grams |
Frost | 50-200 grams |
Blagovest F1 | 110-150 grams |
Irina | 120 grams |
Octopus F1 | 150 grams |
Dubrava | 60-105 grams |
Tomatoes varieties "Kumir" have a harmonious taste and are very good in fresh form. For preservation they are used very rarely, only the smallest fruits are those that are larger used in barrel pickles. Due to its taste and a small amount of dry matter, these tomatoes produce a very good juice.
Features of growing
The bush is formed in two or three stems, but most often in three. Due to the high growth and weakness of the branches, the bushes of this type of tomato need tying and props.
At the growth stage, the “Idol” needs feedings containing phosphorus and potassium, and in the future it can be confined to complex feedings.
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- Organic, mineral, phosphoric, complex and ready-made fertilizers for seedlings and TOP best.
- Yeast, iodine, ammonia, hydrogen peroxide, ash, boric acid.
- What is foliar feeding and when picking, how to conduct them.
In order to fully appreciate the quality of tomatoes of the Idol variety when grown in open ground, the southern regions are more suitable.
In areas of the middle band it will be better to hide the plant under a film cover. In more northern regions it is possible to grow tomatoes only in greenhouses.
Diseases and pests
With a lack of moisture and potassium, and an excess of nitrogen in the soil, a disease such as top rot of tomatoes occurs. It is fought by adjusting irrigation and reducing the nitrogen content, while adding fertilizers containing potassium.
Most often, this type of tomato undergoes phytophthora, especially in open ground. To combat this disease in the first stage, use the drug "Barrier". If the disease is running, you should use the tool "Barrier".
Of the harmful insects, the Idol is attacked by the Colorado potato beetle, especially in the southern regions. Against this terrible pest apply the drug "Prestige".
Conclusion
This is not the most difficult variety in cultivation, you just need to follow simple rules of care and then the harvest is guaranteed. Good luck in growing tomatoes "Idol".
Early maturing | Middle late | Medium early |
Garden Pearl | gold fish | Um Champion |
Hurricane | Raspberry wonder | Sultan |
Red Red | Miracle of the market | Dream lazy |
Volgograd Pink | De barao black | New Transnistria |
Helena | De Barao Orange | Giant Red |
May Rose | De Barao Red | Russian soul |
Super prize | Honey salute | Pullet |