How to grow a tomato "Pudovik" for greater productivity

Tomato Pudovik has established itself as an ideal variety for beginners. It is undemanding and unpretentious, but at the same time it brings a large harvest with high taste characteristics. It is grown in all regions of Russia, both in open ground and in greenhouses.

Characteristics and description of tomato varieties

Pudovik is semi-determinant type of plant. It grows in open ground up to 100-120 cm, and in a greenhouse higher: up to 170-180 cm.

The variety is quite sprawling, for 1 sq. m planted no more than 3-4 bushes. The number of leaves is average, they are dark green in color, the shape of the tomatoes is normal. The culture requires a tie to the support and the removal of stepchildren.

Pudovik ripens in medium terms. From planting the seeds to the first harvest of tomatoes, 110-115 days pass. The culture bears fruit for a long time. The bush shows the best results when forming 2-3 stems and when planting in open ground... When grown in greenhouse conditions, the yield drops slightly.

Up to 5 kg are harvested from one bush, respectively, if four plants are planted per 1 sq. m, the crop will yield up to 20 kg of harvest.

Tomatoes respond very well to the nutritional value of the soil and timely feeding. If the shoots are large, then the fruits will be large and in significant quantities.

The tomato has proved itself to be excellent in all "fields" of the Russian Federation. The culture is grown even in cold regions, and Siberian breeders bred this seasoned variety.

Pros and cons

The Pudovik variety is preferred by many gardeners, since it has the following advantages:

• excellent taste;
• resistant to diseases;
• growing tomatoes in any environment;
• fruits are well preserved during transportation;
• high productivity and long-term fruiting;
• tomatoes are unpretentious to growing conditions and do not require special care;
• versatility of use: preparation of various dishes, conservation etc.

The disadvantages of the variety include:

• bushes must be tied up and pinned;
• if the crop grows in high humidity conditions, the fruit may crack.

This variety has no significant drawbacks, so more and more people are growing Pudovik in their personal plots.

How to grow

Pudovik seeds are sown for seedlings from the end of February to March in a nutritious and versatile soil. In order for the plant to grow stronger and gain strength, it needs at least 70 days before picking. Seedlings appear within a week after sowing in previously prepared soil.

Growing seedlings

When two true leaves appear, the plants are transplanted into individual containers. In order for the seedlings to stretch, the best place for their growth will be a light, southern window. The optimum temperature in the daytime is no higher than 20 ° С, and at night - no more than 16 ° С. Such conditions will make the seedlings compact.

To prevent it from overgrowing, various techniques and technologies are used:

• lower temperature and increase illumination;
• prune the root system;
• to produce treatment with a growth-reducing drug.

On a note. The plant is transplanted into open ground, when the return frost will no longer occur. The "age" of seedlings by this time should be at least 60-70 days.

Transfer to soil

Any place for transplanting a plant will not work. The site must meet the following indicators:

• crop predecessors should not be nightshade;
• the soil is better to choose light and breathable;
• the place must be protected from strong winds;
• be sunny;
• without moisture stagnation.

If the plant was grown in individual containers, then picking is easy. Carefully, without damaging the roots, remove the seedlings together with the earth from the cups and place them in the ground (in the previously made holes) to the very leaves.

If the seedlings are too elongated, which is often the case with tall varieties, they can be planted lying down or bending the stem.

On a note. Before planting seedlings in the ground, it is recommended not to water the plant so that it is more pliable, and after planting, the sprouts will begin to absorb moisture and grow roots from the shoots, which will be sprinkled with earth.

Care

The culture does not require special care, but in order for a large-fruited and high-yielding variety to show its full potential, it needs fertile soil and root feeding.

Watering tomatoes should be produced regularly, but in moderation. Do not overmoisten the soil, otherwise waterlogging will damage the root system. The culture is moistened once a week, and in hot and dry weather, twice. Watering is carried out under the stem, one bush has 4-5 liters of water, for these purposes it is better to insist on weeds, manure or compost. Rainwater is also good.

Water the plant in the evening without getting on the leaves, as this threatens the culture with disease.

Important! You can find out if Pudovik has enough moisture by its appearance: if it needs moisture, then the leaves become dark and begin to fade.

Both in the open field and in the greenhouse, you can irrigate tomatoes with beds. For example, tomatoes are planted in two rows. Grooves are made for water (two on the side of each plant and one between them). A hose runs along the grooves. If each groove is filled with water, watering is sufficient.

Top dressing and bush formation

Tomatoes planted in open ground are fertilized every 15 days. The culture needs nitrogen, potassium and phosphorus. Top dressing is applied in a complex manner, but if you overdo it, the fruits may crack.

Pudovik belongs to tall varieties of tomatoes. This feature requires the formation of a bush. The culture must be pinned, that is, remove the lateral shoots that develop in the deciduous sinuses. The procedure relieves the bush from stress and promotes the quality development of the fruit.

Also, the plant must be tied up, since its stems are able to sag under the weight of the fruit. Next to the bushes, pegs are driven into the ground, to which the plants are tied with twine or nylon rope, while it is important to ensure that the garter does not crush the stem.

Soil care

This is an obligatory stage in the cultivation of not only Pudovik, but also other crops. The main enemy of fertile soil is parasitic plants, which not only "rob" the planted tomato, taking away all the nutrients and moisture from it, but can also become a breeding ground for insect pests. Soil care consists in removing weeds and systematic loosening.

Mulching and hilling

When transplanting seedlings to a garden bed, experienced gardeners recommend carrying out mulching and hilling. The main stem is buried in earth to the level of the first leaves. This contributes to the emergence of new small roots, with the help of which the plant will take root faster in new conditions.

Mulching is carried out in hot weather - this prevents rapid evaporation of moisture from the soil, and steam does not get on the plant, which can lead to diseases.

You can use nettles, straw, mowed weeds and tree bark as mulch. The main thing is that the mulch is healthy. If along with her on the plantation the plants were subjected to pests, then in conditions of high humidity they will multiply instantly.

Due to its characteristics, the Pudovik tomato has become popular among consumers. It is appreciated for its high yield, large fruits and excellent taste.

Prevention of diseases and pests

Pudovik is resistant to diseases and pests. To avoid trouble when growing a crop, sometimes it is enough to carry out preventive treatment of plants with special means.

But still, despite their persistence, tomatoes can be susceptible to the following diseases and pests:

• mosaic;
• late blight;
• in greenhouse conditions, brown spot may form;
• wireworms;
• caterpillars;
• Colorado beetle;
• spider mite.

Almost all varieties of tomatoes are susceptible to this, so the means of dealing with them are no different. Nevertheless, it would be better to take care of the culture in advance and carry out preventive treatment. For this procedure, use "Polycarbacin", "Fitosporin" or a solution of potassium permanganate.

On a note. Insecticides help to deal with pests that infect tomatoes. They can be replaced with folk remedies, such as infusion of garlic, hot pepper or wormwood.

Reviews of gardeners

Tomato Pudovik (Sevryuga) has gained wide popularity among gardeners. Both amateur summer residents and professional farmers leave positive reviews.

Galina Vladimirovna: “I love my garden and have been doing housekeeping for a long time. I update tomato varieties regularly, but there are favorites that I grow with great pleasure for several years in a row. Among them is the Pudovik variety. These tomatoes grow very tasty, large in size, almost perfect in shape. They are perfectly transported and can be stored for a long time. Just a farmer's dream. "

Ekaterina Viktorovna: “My family and I have been living in the village for a long time and we grow tomatoes for ourselves all the time. From time to time I experiment, change varieties. Once I bought a Siberian tomato Pudovik in a store. She grew seedlings, dived, then looked after as standard. How pleasantly surprised I was when I started harvesting. Unlike other varieties, these tomatoes were large and tasty and juicy. Of course, it was not possible to roll them into jars entirely, but they prepared the juice for the winter and ate it fresh for a very long time. "

Alexander Yurievich: “I have specially chosen a large variety of tomatoes for growing. We do a little harvesting, mainly we use fresh harvest, that's why I chose Pudovik. The tomatoes grew the same as in the photo from the package, the family appreciated them. True, the grandchildren were allowed to eat only in salads. Children are still small to hold such large fruits in their hands, but they will not be able to eat entirely. Surplus tomatoes were used to make adjika and ketchup. I admit that the taste of this variety pleased me, I had never grown anything like it before. I will definitely plant Pudovik in the next seasons as well ”.

Conclusion

The characteristics and features of the Pudovik variety make this tomato universal: it can be grown in any part of our country. Regular simple agricultural practices will allow you to get a good harvest. This is proved from year to year by the reviews of those who planted Pudovik in their garden. And to get up to 20 kg of large and juicy fruits from each square meter is the real dream of every vegetable grower!