Bella Rosa hybrid tomato and how to grow it correctly

Tomato Bella dew f1 is a mid-season hybrid intended for outdoor cultivation in hot climates. Amazing taste, amicable ripening, long-term fruiting and the ability to transport over long distances allow him to maintain a leading position.

In this article, we will talk about the nuances of growing, the advantages and disadvantages of a crop.

Description of tomatoes

The Bella Rosa hybrid was included in the State Register of the Russian Federation in 2008. The breeding was carried out by the well-known Sakata company, which appeared on the seed market in 1913. The crop is suitable for open field cultivation or under temporary cover films. Determinant plants need a tie and shrub formation. Ideal conditions for growing are Crimea, Kuban and Astrakhan region.

In the photo - Bella rosa tomatoes.

Distinctive features table.

Pros and cons

The main advantages of the Bella dew hybrid:

• high productivity;
• simultaneous ripening of tomatoes;
• resistance to viruses;
• long shelf life;
• drought resistance;
• pleasant taste.

Among the disadvantages are:

• the need to comply with a systematic regime of watering and feeding;
• fruits are not suitable for preservation as a whole;
• tomatoes are rarely used for mashed potatoes and juice due to the large amount of dry matter (5-6%);
• bushes need a garter;
• does not tolerate cold and sharp temperature fluctuations;
• it is not advisable to grow in greenhouses, since the stems are strongly stretched upward, and the fruits grow small and lose their taste;
• susceptibility to bacterial lesions.

How to grow

For successful cultivation of Bella dew, the manufacturer recommends following a number of rules:

• disinfection and germination of seeds before sowing;
• simultaneous pinching and garter;
• removal of side shoots 4-5 cm long before the first brush appears;
• the formation of bushes in dry weather conditions to avoid fungal infection;
• moderate watering;
• adherence to the fertilization schedule (once every 3-4 days);
• prevention of bacterial diseases.

Sowing seeds

Sowing material begins to be planted in late March or early April, about 60 days before planting in open ground.

The seeds are disinfected in a pale pink solution of potassium permanganate for 30 minutes. Pre-germination helps to increase the germination rate. Seeds are spread in one layer on one half of wet gauze, the second is covered and left for 2-3 days. The fabric is periodically moistened with warm water using a spray bottle.

For sowing, use plastic containers, tetrapacks, pots. Any soil for seedlings is suitable: from the garden or universal for growing flower plants. Drainage is poured at the bottom of the containers, then soil. Furrows are made 1 cm deep and the seeds are spread at a distance of 2 cm.Top it up with a thin layer of earth, watered with a watering can and covered with plastic wrap.

Advice... It is recommended to pre-disinfect the soil from the garden in the oven.

Seedling care

Containers with future seedlings are placed in a shaded place, the film is removed from time to time for 10-15 minutes so that the soil does not become moldy. After the sprouts appear, the containers are taken out to a well-lit place. If the sun is not enough, a phytolamp is additionally used. Watering is necessary moderate, the air temperature is not lower than +15 ° C, otherwise the leaves will turn purple.

They begin to pick into individual containers when the first real leaves appear. Peat cups are best suited, in which the seedlings are planted directly into the ground.

Planting ready-made seedlings

The soil for planting seedlings begins to be prepared in the fall. They dig up the earth, remove weeds along with the roots.

The transfer of seedlings is performed at the beginning of May, after making sure that the soil has warmed up sufficiently and the threat of frost has passed. The growing area must be sufficiently lit. Mullein is used as fertilizer. The holes are dug up to a depth of 10-15 cm and filled with a solution of potassium permanganate. Planting density - 4 bushes per 1 m², distance - 50 cm.

Tomato care

Culture needs to be formed correctly:

1. Side stepsons, located under the inflorescences, are left.
2. The main stem is pinched after the third leaf of the second inflorescence. Thus, the plant does not stretch in length, but expands in breadth and gains strength.
3. As it grows, the plant is tied to a support so that the branches do not break under the weight of the fruit.

The best way to make plant care easier is mulch the soil with sawdust, hay or needles. This slows down the evaporation of moisture and the growth of weeds.

Tomatoes are watered as the soil dries up - 1 time in 7 days. In drought, the frequency of watering is increased to 3 times a week. Bella dew does not tolerate an excess of moisture: the roots begin to rot, and the tomatoes become watery and sour.

Before flowering, a mineral top dressing... Experienced farmers advise using superphosphate for this purpose. Do not get carried away with potash fertilizers because of their ability to increase the level of chlorine in the soil, which negatively affects the taste of the fruit.

Then they switch to organic fertilizers (once every 3-4 days):

• compost;
• infusion of nettle;
• wood ash;
• bird droppings.

To stimulate the growth and ovary of fruits, drugs are used: "Bud", "Senior Tomato", "Ovary".

Advice. Watering and apply fertilizing exclusively at the root of the plant to prevent late blight infection.

How to deal with diseases and insects

The Bella dew hybrid is genetically protected from viral diseases, but is susceptible to bacterial lesions, rot and insect attacks.

To combat slugs and spider mites, a soap, garlic or mustard solution, decoctions of thyme, sage and lavender are used to wipe the leaves. Ash mixed with hot pepper is scattered around the bushes.

For the prevention of late blight use:

• solution of copper sulfate before flowering (for 10 liters of water 2 tbsp. l. copper sulfate);
• "Fitosporin" (diluted according to the instructions);
• "Trichopol" (1 tab. For 1 liter of water);
• solution iodine with milk (9 liters of water + 1 liter of milk + 15 drops of iodine);
• hay tincture (insist in 10 liters of water with 2 tablespoons of urea for 4 days).

If infection cannot be avoided, diseased leaves and fruits are removed and burned, the instrument is disinfected.

Disease prevention measures:

1. Compliance with the distance between seedlings (not less than 50 cm).
2. Soil mulching.
3. Removing the bottom leaves.
4. Moderate watering.

Reviews of gardeners

Bella Rosa is one of the best hybrids for cultivation in the southern regions of the country, as evidenced by positive reviews.

Valery, Korenovsk, Krasnodar Territory: “Bella Dew started planting tomatoes back in 2010.I grow vegetables for sale in large quantities, and these tomatoes are scattered first. The fruits grow large, fleshy and very sweet. Primarily suitable for preparing salads. The culture does not require special care, the main thing is to fertilize on time and water in moderation. "

Sofia, Tikhoretsk, Krasnodar Territory: “I have been looking for tomatoes for a long time in our hot region. A friend advised me to buy Bella dew seeds. I dropped it off last year and did not regret it. I have solid experience in growing tomatoes, so frequent feeding and moisture control did not scare me. Harvested until the onset of cold weather. The palatability of the fruits is at the highest level. "

Boris, town. Liman, Astrakhan region: “I've been growing Bella dew tomatoes for a long time. Tomatoes according to the description of the variety on the package is true. I am always happy with the result. Productivity - 5-6 kg per 1 m², long and uniform fruiting. It is important to tie up the bushes in time so that the branches do not break under the weight of large fruits. "

Conclusion

Compliance with the rules of agricultural technology of the Bella dew hybrid (pinching, weeding, moderate watering, frequent feeding with organic and mineral substances, measures to prevent putrefactive lesions and insect attacks) allow you to get a rich harvest until the onset of cold weather.

The only upsetting thing is the impossibility of cultivation in the northern regions in greenhouses due to the loss of taste of tomatoes and stretching of the stems.