Tomato Canestrino: characteristics of the variety (photo)

26.02.2018 Tomatoes Varieties

Recently, new varieties of tomatoes have become available to Russian gardeners. Each gardener can carefully study the characteristics of tomato varieties and understand which option it is advisable to choose. When planning to grow Canestrino tomato, you need to know about the features of its growing in open ground.

Recently, the variety of available varieties of tomatoes has surprised many gardeners. Each farmer has the right to choose the variety that he considers the most suitable for himself. For example, tomato Canestrino deserves increasing popularity.

Content

1 Description and characteristics of the variety
2 Advantages and disadvantages of the variety
3 The rules for growing varieties
4 Reviews

Description and characteristics of the variety

Fact! Canestrino is a mid-season, tall tomato variety that came to Russia from Italy. However, greenhouse cultivation is recommended in the middle lane, as the Italian tomato variety is particularly vulnerable to spring frosts and other adverse weather conditions.

The Kanestrino variety usually grows to 1.7 meters, so gardeners without fail tie up the tomato bush to a special support and carry out pinching. The best yield indicators become available when the tomato is formed into 2 stalks. Subject to all the rules of standard agricultural technology, you can safely collect more than 4 kilograms.

Note! The fruits of the Canestrino variety are distinguished by a plum-like, lobed shape, dense texture. Ripe fruits usually have a weight of 100-180 grams. Granular pulp has a pleasant tomato flavor.

Advantages and disadvantages of the variety

The Italian Canestrino tomato variety has the following benefits:

ease of growing tomatoes, but the best yield indicators are achieved when using a greenhouse;
the optimal yield indicator, because you can collect more than 4 kilograms per square meter;
the average weight of tomatoes that differ in impeccable presentation;
dense meaty structure of tomatoes, which in many respects determines pleasant taste characteristics;
the possibility of using tomatoes for the preparation of salads, sauces and other dishes where the tomato flavor should reveal its best facets.

Experienced gardeners note that the shortcomings of the Canestrino variety under consideration are practically absent, but compliance with agricultural machinery is considered a very important point.

The rules for growing varieties

The cultivation of Italian Canestrino tomatoes is based on the following aspects:

Tomatoes can not be grown at temperatures below +7 degrees, so spring frosts are categorically undesirable;
timing of flowering - June-August, fruiting - July-September, so it is recommended to plan a planting in May-June;
the variety needs sufficient lighting for proper development;
there is a particular vulnerability to drought;
high growth rate allows you to get a crop in about 3-4 months;
resistance to diseases and parasites is considered high.

Taking these features of the Canestrino variety into account makes it possible to understand how best to approach the cultivation of Italian tomatoes in Russia.

Tomatoes are grown in seedlings, but the seeds used must be of high quality. Many gardeners in the classics harden and process seeds in weak potassium permanganate, which are subsequently planted in special containers 1-2 centimeters deep.

After the seedlings become strong and acquire the root system, the first leaves appear, a pick is carried out with further transplantation to a permanent place.Even in situations where greenhouse cultivation is planned, this cannot be done.

It is advisable to follow the rules of tomato seating, as the bushes should receive enough oxygen and nutrients for their development. No more than 4 plants are usually planted per square meter. In the future, tomato bushes need garter and support, since high growth and ripening fruits lead to unnecessary risks for plant stems. The gardener should pay special attention in order to timely prevent overloading the stem of the tomato bush.

Stepsoning is also a must. This procedure improves fruit growth and eliminates the risk of excessive development of green mass.

Advice! Caring for the Canestrino variety should be continuous and comprehensive. It is recommended to take care of regular watering and loosening of the soil for the penetration of oxygen to the root system of tomatoes, maintaining optimal moisture.

It is important to remember that Kanestrino requires the observance of irrigation rules, as this variety is particularly vulnerable to drought and needs standing room temperature water. To obtain a good crop, the mandatory introduction of special fertilizers is required. In fact, care is based on the classical principles of agricultural technology.

Reviews

Nina:

“I could never have thought that Italian tomatoes can be grown in Russia. However, the Canestrino variety changed my mind. Of course, to grow this variety will require a little more effort, but the crop will certainly justify them. "

Tamara:

“Canestrino is a very famous and sought-after Italian tomato variety. Experienced gardeners can safely count on getting a decent harvest. Beginners, of course, should make more efforts to grow tomatoes, but with the aspiration and taking into account the important nuances of agricultural technology, you can achieve your goals. "

Marina:

“Italian tomatoes Canestrino can please a decent crop, even in Russia. The most important thing is to observe classical agricultural technology and try to protect tomatoes from drought, low temperatures. As a result, the harvest will be tasty and rich. ”