Tomato Tsifomandra

The names of some varieties look unusual and don't seem to express anything. However, they still deserve the attention of consumers. This fully applies to the Tsifomandra tomato.

This variety was created in the so-called Siberian school of selection. Therefore, it initially meets the most stringent requirements of a harsh climate. The plant even has an official synonym - Cifomandra. When developing a culture, hybridization was not used.

Tsifomandra is, first of all, universal. It can be cultivated both in a simple vegetable garden and under a film. The bushes grow up to 1-1.2 m. They are characterized by the formation of thin stems.

For ripe berries, a raspberry-red tone is characteristic. They are large and can weigh up to 0.8 kg. The rest of the properties are as follows:

• the shape of a simple heart with a slight rounding;

• formation from simple inflorescences;

• even and smooth skin;

• a decent level of keeping quality.

Tomato Tsifomandra pleases growers with its sweetness. Its flesh is quite fleshy. It contains a relatively small amount of seeds.

This is a simple mid-season variety. Usually, 119-122 days pass between discarding the sprouts and the formation of a full-fledged crop. But for obvious reasons, this period can vary widely.

Tsifomandra is capable of producing up to 6 kg of berries. This result is achieved under the most favorable conditions. Not all of them, of course, depend on the farmers themselves. But usually culture still lives up to the expectations associated with it.

Often seeds are sown in containers in early March. But there will be nothing wrong with doing it later. The main thing is not to postpone the process beyond the first decade of April. Mostly the readiness of the bushes for planting in open land is achieved at the age of 55-60 days. You just need to carefully monitor the condition of the seedlings and assess the suitability of the soil.

For 1 sq. m should have no more than 3 bushes. The optimal planting system is 300x500 mm. This approach is prescribed by the supplier of planting material, so there is no point in looking for other options.

Removing stepsons is absolutely essential. In any case, the plants will have to be tied to supports. It is worth emphasizing the need for the formation of bushes. They are led in 1 or 2 stems.With the first method, the largest berries are produced, but with the second, there will be slightly more of them.

The picking of seedlings is carried out when 2 true leaves appear. Timely watering is very important. Replenishment with combined mineral formulations is also highly recommended. Weeds should be removed well in advance. A very important role is played by the rational pinning of Tsifomandra.

Since this is a variety and not a hybrid, reproduction with your own seeds is quite possible. When establishing seedlings, it is recommended to disinfect the soil. The best and easiest way to do this is by processing with potassium permanganate. A warm, humid environment helps to activate pecking. The optimal soil mixture is a combination of sod land with humus and peat.

In some cases, washed and calcined river sand is used instead of peat. To improve the properties of the mixture, you will have to use:

• potassium sulfate;

• superphosphate;

• urea.

Before planting, the soil must be thoroughly moistened. In this case, it is unacceptable to fill it. The seeds are deepened by 1 cm. The distance between them should be 2 cm. Under a plastic wrap in a warm, well-lit place, the seeds will sprout sooner.

It is believed that the optimum temperature for Tsifomandra seedlings is from 22 to 24 degrees. It is recommended to maintain a humidity of about 70%. The film protection is removed when the first shoots appear. At the same time, you need to lower the temperature a little. Growing in separate peat pots allows you to avoid diving.

But if a single container is used, including one with a peat filling, seating is absolutely necessary. Seedlings are transferred into cups or pots of choice. Since Tsifomandra is growing actively and vigorously, it needs voluminous reservoirs. Otherwise, its roots will be uncomfortable already at the stage of seedling development. Hardening is carried out 14 days before transfer to a permanent place.

Quenching is carried out even for a short time, but every day. Its duration is steadily increasing. It is imperative to monitor the weather so that the seedlings do not freeze. And even if no external negative manifestations are noticed, the growth of culture may slow down. Another negative effect of freezing is the extremely low setting of the first brush.

Before you land Tsifomandra in a permanent place, you must carefully examine it. Normally, mature seedlings contain 9 or 10 true leaves. The average length of internodes in a flower cluster is from 5 to 7 cm. This tomato grows well only in light soil. Therefore, the landing site is dug up in advance, and sand is laid to ensure drainage properties.

Wells for Tsifomandra should be 10-15 cm deep. Their bottom is properly spilled, and ash is poured into it. It is also useful to add humus. After a little compaction, the ground is watered again. Tsifomandra is watered for the first time 10-14 days after landing at the final place.

In a hurry with this matter, it will be possible to provoke rotting of the roots. They simply do not have time to absorb the proper amount of water. Another problem with transfusion is growth retardation. As a result, fruiting will be delayed. But during the flowering itself and especially the formation of berries, each bush of Tsifomandra must be watered intensively, using 5 liters of water every day.

Mulch can help improve moisture retention. Most often it is sawdust or straw. But you can also use old grass. Lateral shoots are cut early in the morning on warm sunny days. The foliage at the very bottom of the stem must be removed.