- Authors: Dederko V.N., Postnikova O.V.
- Year of approval: 2012
- Category: grade
- Growth type: determinant
- Appointment: universal
- Ripening period: mid-season
- Ripening time, days: 95-100
- Growing conditions: for open ground
- Bush size: undersized
- Bush height, cm: 70-80
Promising names aren't always easy marketing ploys. In many cases, they are quite true. And the tomato variety The pet of fate is an eloquent example of this.
Breeding history
The well-known breeders Dederko and Postnikova were working on the culture. The plant is relatively new - the official permission for its cultivation was given only in 2012. However, during this time, some experience has already been accumulated in its use. The culture is perfectly adapted to the real conditions of truck farming.
Description of the variety
The pet of fate forms determinant universal bushes. It is mainly used in open ground. But the possibility of growing in greenhouses is also noted. Plant height does not exceed 0.7-0.8 m. Moderately large foliage is dark green in color.
The main qualities of the fruit
When the berry Miner of Fate has not yet ripened, it has a green color. A dark green spot is clearly visible near its base. When ripe, it is characterized by a red color, and a speck near the stalk is no longer so easy to find. On average, the weight of one ripe tomato is 137 g. Smooth skin is typical for it.
Taste characteristics
The pulp of tomatoes The darling of fate is dense and tender at the same time. It has a well-pronounced taste typical of tomatoes. The aroma also meets all the expectations of the farmers. The fruits can be used fresh or processed in all traditional ways.
Ripening and fruiting
A mid-season plant will delight summer residents and gardeners with a harvest 95-100 days after discarding seedlings.
Yield
The declared production of 2.1 kg of fruit per 1 bush. With careful agronomic preparation, the harvest can be increased to 2.5 kg. Therefore, the plant can be considered quite promising in terms of harvest. What is noteworthy is that all officially declared fruits have commercial qualities, that is, poor-quality specimens are not included in the account. Adjusted for them, the yield turns out to be even slightly larger.
The timing of planting seedlings and planting in the ground
You can sow seeds in special containers 50-60 days before transplanting to the main place. The specific period is determined taking into account the spring weather and the end of frost. Seeds should germinate at + 23 ... 25 degrees.
Growing tomato seedlings is an extremely important process, because it largely depends on whether the gardener will be able to harvest at all. All aspects must be taken into account, from seedbed preparation to planting in the ground.
Landing scheme
The official description allows for the planting of 3 to 5 plants per m2. But it is still better to avoid overly dense planting that can harm this culture. It is recommended to be guided by layouts of 700x300 or 700x400 mm. Experienced gardeners can choose the most suitable among them right away. Newbies will have to experiment.
Growing and care
The variety necessarily requires pinching. Only under this condition can the production of large, weighty berries be ensured. Regular loosening and removal of weeds is very important. It is necessary to water the bushes 1 to 3 times a week, and only with warm water. The specific frequency of irrigation is determined by the condition of the bushes and soil, weather forecasts; otherwise, the care has no specific features for the variety.
A plant needs different micronutrients at each stage of growth. All fertilizers can be divided into two groups: mineral and organic. Folk remedies are often used: iodine, yeast, bird droppings, eggshells.
It is important to observe the rate and period of feeding. This also applies to folk remedies and organic fertilizers.
Disease and pest resistance
The minion of fate is well protected from the main ailments that tomato bushes suffer from. It is possible to process it for preventive purposes, but only before the formation of buds and flowers. The fight against harmful insects is carried out only with drugs of a narrow spectrum of action. In addition, the cultivation of radish or radish next to it helps to increase security. These crops keep many tomato pests at a distance.
Growing regions
The variety is practically universal in this respect. It can be cultivated equally effectively in:
Western and Eastern Siberia;
regions of the northwest of the Russian Federation;
Central Black Earth Region;
Middle and Lower Volga region;
regions, territories and republics of the North Caucasus;
regions of the Urals and the Far East.
