- Authors: Myazina L.A.
- Year of approval: 2008
- Category: hybrid
- Growth type: determinant
- Appointment: fresh consumption, for pickling and canning, for ketchup and tomato paste
- Ripening period: early
- Ripening time, days: 90
- Growing conditions: for open ground
- Transportability: Yes
- Marketable fruit yield,%: up to 64%
The "talents" of many, many plants are underestimated or overestimated by people. Only correct and adequate information about the same tomato Juggler is able to help out farmers and insure them against mistakes. Therefore, it is worthwhile to deal with the peculiarities of such a culture, and above all - with where it came from.
Breeding history
The juggler was created under the guidance of the breeder Myazina. This culture cannot be called completely new. Permission for her garden cultivation was given back in 2008. At its core, it is a hybrid. But the suppliers of planting material do not disclose the source varieties in the official description.
Description of the variety
The juggler is a hybrid with a determinant type of development. According to official information, it is only suitable for growing outdoors. Cultivation in greenhouses is at the risk of rare enthusiasts. The share of fruits meeting the marketability criteria reaches 64%. In open ground, the bushes will grow up to 0.6-0.7 m; those who still tried to grow the Juggler in a greenhouse received plants up to 1.4-1.6 m.
The main qualities of the fruit
The earliest fruits, which have just had time to form, will have a light green color. As they become ripe, they will inevitably turn red. The mass of such berries on average ranges from 90 to 125 g. In shape, they are similar to a flat circle and have relatively pronounced ribs. 5 or 6 tomatoes will form on one cluster, their stalks have pronounced joints.
Taste characteristics
Tomatoes that form over 5-6 leaves and then through 1-2 leaves contain 4% dry matter. Normally, there will be no deviations from this indicator. The taste is decent, suitable for both canning and salads.
Ripening and fruiting
The harvest will ripen very early. If the green shoots hatch successfully, it will be possible to wait for the fruit in about 90 days.
Yield
In Western Siberia, with plantation cultivation, the harvest ranges from 560 to 778 centners per hectare. In the Far East region, this figure will be from 210 to 284 centners. The highest fertility recorded in Russia is 896 quintals per hectare. This means the great importance of both growing conditions and agricultural technology.
The timing of planting seedlings and planting in the ground
It is not necessary to put seeds in containers until the end of February. It's a good idea to do this in early March as well. To prepare the soil, it is most correct to take homemade mixtures. The specific dates of readiness for planting are usually 55-60 days after sowing. It is necessary to check that the bushes reach a height of 25 cm. Another parameter of readiness will be the presence of 6 true leaves on each plant.
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
Leave gaps of at least 40 cm between the holes.Usually, they adhere to the 50x40 cm system.In some cases, change it to 50x30 cm.But this should only be done by experienced gardeners who clearly understand the essence of their actions and their consequences.
Growing and care
Watering and feeding the bushes should be systematic, but not excessively abundant. It is necessary to grow the culture so that there is no thickening. It is recommended to settle water for irrigation in barrels. If watering is too active, the plants will hurt. Tomato Juggler should be fed a maximum of 5 times during the growing season.
Between dressings, it is required to maintain pauses of at least 15 days. The choice between mineral mixtures and wood ash is at the discretion of summer residents. Despite the small growth of the bushes, tying is very useful. In the southern regions, seedless cultivation is possible. Otherwise, there are almost no differences from other varieties of tomatoes.
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.
Resistant to adverse weather conditions
Such a tomato can withstand dry periods. This property persists even if drought is accompanied by intense heat. The drop in air temperature is also well tolerated. However, it is inappropriate to rely too heavily on the plant's natural resilience. It is necessary to support it whenever possible in any unfavorable situation.
Growing regions
The variety is suitable for Western Siberia. Official information also indicates its suitability for Far Eastern vegetable gardens. The conclusion is obvious - in any area with a more favorable climatic regime, the collection of fruits will also be great.
Review overview
Gardeners note that Juggler seeds sprout quickly and successfully. The seedlings are distinguished by their strength, they are not inclined to stretch. The bushes are covered with a large number of fruits with an expressive taste. It is not difficult to take care of the plantings. Even during periods of bad weather, diseases are practically excluded.
