Tomato First grader

First-grader - such a non-standard name should not shock, because in terms of its qualities this variety is by no means a "first-grade student". But its features must be studied in order to make the most correct decision. And an important role is played by both the botanical description and the specifics of cultivation.

The plant was created at the agricultural facilities of the famous breeding company "Gavrish". The tomato was officially registered in 2015. The project was supervised by breeders:

• Gavrish;

• Morev;

• Amcheslavskaya;

• Degovtsova;

• Drag.

From a botanical point of view, First-Grader is exactly a variety (not a hybrid). For his plants, the determinant scheme of development is typical. You can meet a similar tomato both outdoors and in plantings under the film. The bushes grow up to a maximum of 1 m. The average level of foliage and the formation of simple green leaves are characteristic.

Freshly formed from the ovary, First-Graders berries have a non-standard gray-green color. A simple green spot appears near the base. When ripening, the tomatoes turn pink and acquire large sizes (for them, a typical weight of 240-270 g). In shape, these berries resemble a flat circle and have only underdeveloped ribs. The crop will develop on simple inflorescences.

The pulp of the fruit of the First Graders is fleshy. Average density is typical for it. Very high sweetness is noted in the descriptions. The juiciness will also be at a decent level. The culinary uses are very varied:

• eating fresh;

• canning;

• preparation of juices and pastes;

• making ketchup;

• the development of adjika.

The Pervoklashka variety is usually referred to the early group of tomatoes. Usually, it takes 92-108 days to form a crop. The countdown is carried out from the earliest seedlings pecking. It will be possible to shoot berries during July and August.

The usual fertility of this plant is declared at the level of 4-5 kg ​​per 1 sq. m. In the most favorable conditions, a harvest of about 6 kg can be achieved. Of course, this result is obtained not only by taking into account the weather. The quality of agrotechnical works plays an important role.

Seeds are usually placed in containers filled with fertile soil at the end of March. But you can do the same at the beginning of April - there will be no fundamental difference. The readiness of the seedlings themselves for transshipment to the final landing site is achieved mainly during May. Specific dates can only be determined taking into account the condition of the plants themselves. Important: you should wait so that there is no danger of frost return.

It is most advisable to follow the 400x500 mm system. Suppliers of planting material recommend it.

First-graders will have to stepchild's landing in any case. And also it is impossible to do when growing this variety without attaching plants to supports and keeping bushes in 3 stems. It must be remembered that this variety is very sensitive to:

• fluctuations in temperature;

• high humidity;

• exposure to pests;

• main tomato pathologies.

But there is nothing incredibly scary in that - you just need to follow the basic recommendations for prevention. Before the landing of the First-Graders, the land is disinfected, even if it is taken from a well-known site. Late blight poses a particular danger, and it should be protected from it by special treatments. Other measures to prevent hazards:

• frequent regular ventilation of greenhouses;

• scrupulous observance of temperature and light conditions;

• maintaining an optimal level of humidity;

• elimination of sick specimens;

• maintaining cleanliness;

• compliance with crop rotation standards.

Tomato First-grader needs active feeding with minerals. Prevention of late blight is carried out by treatment with potassium permanganate dissolved in water. And also one must beware of excessively intensive watering of the land. Another preventive measure is the treatment with fungicides once every 14-20 days. All infected green parts and individual tomatoes must be removed immediately. Bushes, where they appear, should be sprayed with copper oxychloride or Bordeaux liquid.

If there is not enough natural light, the seedlings need to be illuminated up to 14-16 hours a day. Regular check-ups are very important and often show early signs of infection or slug eating. First-grader tomato is best planted at first in peat tablets so that it does not need to be dived. Soaking in warm water or wrapping in damp cloths and gauze helps to increase seed germination. During the day, the seedlings are kept at a temperature of 20-26 degrees, at night it should be 16-18 degrees.

Seedlings also need:

• diffused lighting;

• watering as the soil dries up;

• periodic rotation of boxes (excluding stretching of plants).

If seedlings are grown in ordinary containers, they are dived after 2 or 3 leaves come out. The pick is made with a lump of earth. In the last 30 days, before disembarking to a permanent place, the First Grader is tempered. The planting itself requires that the bushes grow up to 25 cm, and also have 5 or 6 full leaves. In greenhouses, planting is usually staggered.