When to plant tomatoes for seedlings in 2017

Already today, many summer residents are interested in the question, when to plant tomatoes for seedlings in 2017? Indeed, almost every gardener was convinced that if the seeds were planted correctly and on time, the result would be impressive. However, before carrying out such work, it is necessary to familiarize yourself with some of the subtleties when sowing seeds.

 

Undoubtedly, the recommendations given by experienced gardeners will only be “on hand”, but do not forget that not often many cultures require an individual approach, therefore, first you need to choose the right seeds and determine the variety. For example, early varieties of tomatoes can be sown now, later ones can be delayed to late March, early April.

 

As a rule, many lovers of suburban areas trust the lunar cycles for sowing seeds, as well as planting plants in the ground. It is worth noting that mid-June is the final stage of planting the finished seedlings, so you need to calculate how much time the variety you selected will grow, and when it will be possible to harvest.

 

Properly selected lunar days allow plants to acquire the necessary strength of nutrition and growth. After all, as is already known, the correct cycle for sowing seeds allows tomatoes to gain endurance and resistance to further development. Usually such seedlings are distinguished by a thick straight stem and beautiful straightened leaves.

 

Undoubtedly, for proper care, the culture must provide adequate lighting and a suitable air temperature. It is also important to know that tomatoes do not like strong winds and drafts, therefore seedlings must be protected from this. Otherwise, the stems of the plant may have a curved shape or even break.

 

The effect of time on planting

Sowing tomatoes in 2017 can be done starting in mid-March, but you must pay attention to the variety and subspecies of culture. Typically, the age of the tomato should not exceed a couple of months, because otherwise it can turn into a whip. Early sowing can cause plants to reach for light and grow thin and weak. Planting such plants is inconvenient, because they can break, and you should also know that transporting these plants will be very inconvenient.

 

It is worth noting that the climatic conditions of each region may be different. Therefore, the time of planting seedlings in open ground will depend on this. According to statistics, in most regions, plants are planted in June.

 

Some people are accustomed to trust nature and monitor the flowering of bird cherry; it is believed that as it fades, it can be planted in open ground. Do not forget that in June there is often a cold snap, so immature seedlings need to be planted a little later, so as not to destroy the seedlings.

 

If, however, the seedlings were planted, then try to play it safe, and make an arched greenhouse. It is not uncommon for many experienced gardeners to grow tomatoes on the windowsill in the early period of time. Such varieties differ in their growth, but if desired, they can be planted over time in the open ground and they give a decent harvest.

 

Seed purchase

Undoubtedly, when choosing seeds, it is first necessary to pay attention to their appearance. Seeds should be intact, not damaged and have the same uniform color. Also look at the expiration date and storage conditions.

 

Seed treatment

 

Best of all, before seeds are sown, treat them with a weak solution of potassium permanganate.This will save the plants from many diseases. Treated achenes are distinguished by strong, strong seedlings. And according to statistics, they get less sick. Now in specialized stores are selling already processed seeds.

 

Soil preparation

Before the treated seeds get into the chernozem, it should be properly prepared, for this it is not uncommon for experienced gardeners to mix soil with ash, peat and other similar fertilizers. The earth should not be dense, it should be light, loose. Before sowing, do not forget to decontaminate the soil. After all, it is not rare that plant diseases are acquired precisely from the ground.

 

Lighting

 

An important role is played by daylight, because usually seedlings are planted at a time when daylight is still short, so plants can grow weak, on the basis of which, additional artificial lighting is required. It is best to use fluorescent lamps of long burning, since in addition to everything, it is energy-saving.

If after all additional lighting is not possible, then it is better to plant the seeds at the end of March. Late sowing may delay ripening. But it is worth noting that this is not scary for early varieties, but later varieties are unlikely to have time to ripen.

 

Undoubtedly, it should be noted that if seedlings are planted in open ground, then the sowing dates are made later. Each gardener picks varieties to taste. Early ripe types of tomatoes ripen 80-100 days, middle and late 100-120 days.

 

Over the allotted period of time for each variety, seedlings have time to grow and grow stronger. Typically, undersized subspecies of tomatoes last a couple of months, but for tall it is necessary to add another 10 days.

 

Experienced summer residents in February already prepare special boxes for seedlings, as well as prepare the soil necessary for this culture. In 2017, for greenhouse sowing, you have to count no earlier than mid-March.

 

Of course, not all tomato lovers adhere to a planting that prepares for them a lunar calendar, and all this because the timing of maturation of this culture is very diverse. Hybrids are able to grow, grow stronger and give a rich harvest within 100 days. In this regard, it is necessary to calculate when it will be possible to plant plants in open ground in your region.

 

In addition, I would like to remind you that it is not worth planting seedlings if frost is still planned. Because the ripening rate of the crop does not increase from this, but you can easily destroy plants.

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