Tomato Supermodel is considered a relatively new variety, which was bred in the 12th year of this century. It is intended for cultivation in all regions of Russia, except for the Northern part (Far East, Siberia). These are undersized tomatoes, the bush of which is distinguished by grace, and the fruits - by unsurpassed taste.
Seeds of tomato variety "Supermodel"
Tomatoes grade "Supermodel"
From one square meter, you can collect up to 8 kg of tomatoes
General characteristics of the variety
Supermodel is a mid-early determinant variety, which is usually grown in open ground. Requires garter and removal of stepchildren, thereby increasing productivity. The largest number of tomatoes is formed on a plant that has no more than 3 shoots.
The variety is used for various purposes - eating fresh, canning, drying, pickling. Tomato sauces are made from tomato.
The appearance of the bushes:
- the minimum height is 60 cm, the maximum is 80;
- leaf size is small;
- color is dark green;
- bush - compact standard.
Fruit Characteristic:
- the color of tomatoes is pink-red;
- the shape is elongated;
- the pulp has a medium density, fleshy;
- peel - thin, even and smooth;
- seed nests are no more than 3;
- palatability - sweet-sour;
- amount of solids - not more than 6%;
- in length, the tomato grows to 15 cm;
- weight ranges from 100 to 120 grams.
Ripening dates:
- the shortest ripening period after planting is 100 days;
- the maximum period is 120 days.
Productivity:
- per 1 square. m accounts for up to 8 kg of fruit;
- if the rules of care are not followed, the yield decreases to 5 kg.
Yield is affected by the growing area - most of the tomatoes can be harvested in the South and in the middle lane. The main condition for growing is sufficient watering and the presence of sunlight.
Features of planting, growing and care
Requirements:
- the soil should be sandy loamy and loamy;
- the soil is enriched with humus;
- the earth is neutral;
- mandatory wind protection;
- when planting, the soil should be well heated;
- humidity should not exceed 60%;
- temperature conditions - from 20 to 25 degrees.
Dates for sowing:
- for seedlings in containers - February 26 - March 10;
- when sown in soil, but under the film - April 11 - May 1;
- for late planting in the garden - May 1-5.
These dates are indicated for seedlingless planting, that is, sowing seeds. With early planting, crops can be harvested in the first half of August, with late - at the end of the same month.
How to plant seeds for seedlings?
Preparation of seed material begins about 2 months before the transfer of the bushes to the open ground. Seeds require special treatment, which eliminates the incidence of disease. To do this, they are placed in a solution of manganese for 15-20 minutes. Further, for planting tomatoes on seedlings, you must adhere to such rules:
- the soil should be moist and slightly compacted;
- the distance between the seed material is a maximum of 4 cm;
- each seed must be gently pressed;
- the temperature before the formation of sprouts should not be lower than 25 degrees;
- after emergence, the temperature regime decreases (20-22 degrees);
- pickling seedlings for individual containers is carried out after 3 leaves are formed on the bush.
Useful recommendations on how to grow tomato seedlings can be found in our other article.
How do seedlings and rules of care
Seedlings are transplanted only when there is no risk of frost, since the plant is considered thermophilic. Rules:
- Seedlings should have a height of 28-30 cm, and age - up to 60 days.
- The number of formed leaves is from 6 to 8.
- The leaf part should be saturated with a green tint. On it and the stems should not be spots, damage, wrinkles.
- Before the transplant, the roots are carefully inspected (deformations are excluded).
- Landing is carried out in rows or according to the type of checkerboard pattern.
- Wells are dug at a distance of 50-60 cm from each other.
- The row spacing is 50 cm.
In greenhouse conditions frequent airing is required, but so that the plants do not blow out, since they do not like wind. The optimum temperature and humidity level are necessarily maintained.
On the open ground in arid, hot weather, the Supermodel needs to be moistened every day. If the summer is excessively rainy, then to eliminate the risk of morbidity, it is necessary to make grooves from each hole that will drain water.
Watering Rules:
- watering is carried out between rows under the horse system;
- humidification should be carried out to a depth of 35-40 cm.
If the rows next to tomatoes are mulched, then loosening can be omitted. Enough to break through the weeds. Features of irrigation vary - since the soil will not crack, then less water will be needed.
Top dressing:
- The first time feeding seedlings is done a couple of weeks after transplanting to a permanent place. Feeding with potassium and phosphorus is used.
- Secondary feeding is carried out in a month. Complex fertilizers are introduced. For example, Nitrofoska and the like.
- The next time (another month) you need to add potassium and nitrogen.
Diseases and Pests
Fighting pests and diseases that are dangerous for the Supermodel:
- Phomosis disease. Processing is carried out by means of the Hom. In addition, it is important to remove and destroy affected tomatoes. And also reduce the amount of irrigation and nitrogen fertilizers.
- For dry spotting, Tattoo, Consento, Antracol are used.
- Colorado beetles are actively attacking the variety. Prestige, Apaches, Aktara, Taboo, Regent, Corado, Lightning, Commander are used against them.
It is important to carry out preventive measures, including the following actions:
- compliance with crop rotation requirements and irrigation regimes;
- weed removal;
- pruning of the lower leaves;
- lack of thickening during landing;
- timely loosening and fertilizing;
- processing seedlings before transplanting with bordeaux solution;
- introduction of copper chloroxide;
- adding ash to the soil.
Harvesting and storage
Despite the thinness of the skin, the fruits are quite dense, so storing them is simple. The fruits ripen sequentially, so the collection is carried out for a long time. For long-term preservation, it is better to pick tomatoes in a brown state, since they ripen successfully in a couple of weeks in the sun.
Storage Requirements:
- With a small number of tomatoes for storage, the fruits are placed in a basement in a wooden container. It is advisable to pour with sawdust.
- If the crop is significant, then a collar is arranged. The pit should be up to 60 cm deep, 40 cm wide, and arbitrary length. Geotextile material or ordinary straw is laid at the bottom. The layer of tomatoes should not exceed 40 cm. Protective material is again laid on top of the laid fruits and covered with wood shields. Shelf life is 30 days. During this time, it is necessary to ventilate the shoulder 4-5 times and sort out the vegetables, getting rid of rotten copies.
If red ripe fruits are collected for storage, then in a well-ventilated basement they are stored for up to 2 months. If the tomatoes are picked brown - the shelf life is significantly increased.
Pros and cons
Benefits Varieties Supermodel:
- presentable presentation;
- excellent immunity to many diseases and pests;
- unpretentious planting, cultivation and care;
- excellent taste;
- universality of use;
- duration of preservation;
- the ability to transport.
Disadvantages:
- need a lot of sunlight;
- relatively low productivity;
- exactingness to removal of weeds and excessive humidity.
Reviews
Marianne, 29 years old. I have been growing a Supermodel for many years. I am very pleased with the variety, since if our region (Crimea) has enough sun rays, the yield is not bad. The taste is excellent, the appearance is unique. But the bushes look especially beautiful (guests are always surprised at the elegance of the plant).
Natalia, 32 years old. Planted 3 years ago Supermodel and still grow this variety. For the first time, I first made seedlings, after transplanted into a greenhouse, and then into the ground, like the other varieties. But last year I read on the Internet that seeds can immediately be planted in the ground. I did so. To my pleasant surprise, the seedlings sprouted, the bushes were plentiful, harvested a lot. Now I’m thinking why to suffer, transplant, if this variety is already growing remarkably. Tasty preservation is obtained from tomatoes, the fruits look original (the elongated shape gives piquancy).
Nikolay, 43 years old. Beautiful, tasty and unpretentious tomatoes, this Supermodel. I have been growing for more than one year, although the yield is not too big. But there are no problems. This is important for me, as I go to the summer cottage 1-2 times a week. We prepare salads, juices, preservation from tomato. But especially impressed with the dried tomatoes. For me, for this Supermodel is an ideal option.
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Tomato Supermodel is not distinguished by increased productivity, but enjoys success due to its unique shape, taste, ease of care and maintenance. It does not land in the Northern regions, but is great for the Center and the South. If you follow all the requirements, you can achieve good results by increasing the number of tomatoes on one bush.
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