Large tomato varieties have always been highly regarded by vegetable growers. One of them is the recently appeared variety “Dimensionless”, which quickly became popular due to its taste and good yield.
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Main characteristics and features of tomato Dimensionless
As mentioned above, this honeycomb appeared not so long ago - it was developed by Russian breeders in 2013. However, gardeners who already grew it speak positively of it.
The variety itself is determinant, of medium maturity. It is quite versatile - suitable for both greenhouses and open ground, it can be grown both on an industrial scale and on a house plot.
The plant is of medium height - a maximum of 1.5 m tall, but the bushes are strong. Emerald foliage. The first flower brush usually forms over an 8-9 leaflet.
The fruits are large, the weight of the first varies up to 1 kg, the subsequent fruits are slightly less. The shape of the tomatoes is elongated, the fruit length is on average 15 cm. The fruits are fleshy and dense, few seeds. The taste is sweetish. With proper care and favorable growing conditions, up to 6 kg of tomato can be collected from one bush.
The main purpose - the variety is universal, tomatoes can be preserved, consumed fresh, and prepare juices, tomato paste, sauces, etc.
Advantages and disadvantages of the variety
The dimensionless tomato is highly appreciated by vegetable growers for a wide range of advantages;
- During maturity, the fruits do not crack.
- Suitable for growing in greenhouse conditions, and outdoors.
- Good yield.
- No stepsoning is required, but can be grown in three stems. But it is important! If you grow tomatoes in open ground, then stepsons should be removed before the first inflorescence.
- Good transportability (tomatoes transported ripe ripe during transportation).
- For the next planting season, you can collect the seeds yourself.
But there are certain disadvantages that should be remembered when landing.
- A short shelf life in fresh form - up to 20 days in fresh form.
- Stretching fruiting - you will have to wait a while before the second harvest.
- The upper fruits begin to pour after harvesting the lower ones.
- Tying is required, otherwise the bushes will fall to the ground.
Features of cultivation and care
The variety can be grown both by seed and seedlings, but it is preferable to seedlings, because then the plant can grow faster. Plant the seeds about 2 months before planting in the ground. Calculate your time for landing, based on the conditions of the region, it is important that there are no frosts after landing. This is usually done in March - April.
Seeds should be selected and prepared, for this:
- Pour in a glass of water and add half a spoonful of salt.
- Stir everything, add seeds and leave for half an hour.
- Throw up the pop-up seeds, and lay out those that remain on the bottom on a wet cloth and leave to germinate for several days.
As the seeds germinate, they can be planted. You can prepare the soil yourself, but it is better to use the finished composition, because it already contains all the necessary elements.
After sowing, cover the containers with film and leave for a while in a warm place, as the shoots appear - remove the film. Watering is moderate, if necessary.
After the appearance of 2-3 leaves, you can pick.The capacity should be sufficient - at least 500 ml. Attention! Water the seedlings abundantly, but not often, the water should not stagnate otherwise the plant may become sick!
Bushes are planted at the age of 60-65 days, usually already with the first peduncles. Previously, start their tempering in 10 days, so that the plants can get used to the temperature conditions and then take root more quickly. This is a particularly important procedure when growing outdoors!
Prepare the beds in the fall, namely add humus, compost and fertilizer. When planting seedlings do not divide, more than 3 bushes per 1 sq m do not need to be planted.
After planting, immediately establish each bush with a support, and then tie it up so that the bushes do not fall during the fruiting period.
Subsequent care is standard:
- Timely watering.
- Weeding from weeds and periodic loosening of the soil.
- Stalk tying.
- Pest control.
- Fertilizer.
How to fertilize?
Remember that top dressing is needed at least 3 times per season, but at the same time it should be moderate. Fertilizers act as top dressing:
- Integrated.
- Mineral
- Organic
Among the most popular top dressings should be highlighted:
- Bird droppings.
- Herbal infusions.
- Ashes, ash.
But remember that excessive fertilizer can also harm the plant, so everything needs to be done in moderation. If you are a beginner-grower, then you can use the purchased bait, where according to the instructions it will be very easy to fertilize correctly.
Exposure to Diseases and Pests
One of the essential advantages of this variety is its high resistance to most diseases, however, in order to avoid unnecessary problems, remember to take preventive measures. Usually, copper-containing preparations and fungicides are used, but it is important to do everything strictly according to the instructions.
Regarding pests, aphids should be noted, because it is she who is the main pest for the tomato variety Dimensionless. To combat it, disinsection chemicals are purchased that are easy to purchase at a gardening store.
Advice! If you are afraid to use chemistry in pest control, you can use garlic infusions, liquid soap mixtures, and vegetable oils as a treatment.
Reviews of those who planted
Helena
I planted this variety for the first time, but I already liked it and liked it. Tasty, juicy, fragrant. And that I especially like the big one! Moreover, the care is very simple. I will grow more, the seeds have already been prepared.
Sergey
A wonderful variety in which there is nothing superfluous. Like many others, I liked its large size. Also loved for disease resistance. And you can cook a lot of it!
Dmitry
Great variety that I will advise all friends and acquaintance. A large, meaty tomato that looks great in canned and fresh form. Some pluses for me!
Dimensionless tomato is a large tomato variety that can be an excellent addition to both the greenhouse and the garden. With proper agricultural technology, the variety will be able to pleasantly surprise you with its harvest!
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