An old Volga variety of sweet tomatoes: a review of the Syzran pipo tomato and the intricacies of its cultivation
The variety of sweet tomatoes, the Syzran pipochka, which has been proven over the years, is loved and appreciated by many vegetable growers. This tomato was bred by Syzran agronomists in the 90s and has gained deserved popularity among gardeners who prefer high-yielding varieties.
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Description of the variety
Syzran pipette refers to semi-determinant varieties of tomatoes with an early ripening period. The harvest will ripen in 100-120 days after planting the seeds. Well suited for growing both in greenhouses and outdoors.
The Syzran pipette is a bush tomato variety, its height can reach 2 m, therefore, when planting in an open bed, it is recommended to use supports, in greenhouses - trellises. The best tomato yield is obtained when a 2-stem plant is formed. It is important to remove new stepsons on time.
Distinctive features
The main advantage of the variety is delicious aromatic fruits that do not crack during heat treatment and retain their shape, are well stored and tolerate long-term transportation.
The photo clearly shows the original shape of the fruit of the Syzranskaya pipochka variety.
Initially, the variety was bred for use in the Volga region, therefore it is fully adapted to the climatic conditions of this climatic zone. Able to withstand a sharp change in weather, to endure a long absence of watering.
Tall tomato bushes Syzran pipipchka form a thick stem with small leaves that do not shade the fruit on the branch. Thanks to this, the plant is compactly placed in the garden. Strong brushes are capable of withstanding a large number of fruits.
Fruit characteristics, yield
Tomatoes of the Syzran pipette are oval in shape with a sharp tip in the form of a kind of "pipka", which is why the variety got its name. During the entire period of fruiting, the bush forms fruits of the same size weighing 100-120 g.
Ripe tomatoes of a rich bright pink color have juicy flesh, sugar structure on the cut. The variety has a high yield and bears fruit abundantly from the end of July until the onset of the first frost. Up to 7 kg of tomatoes can be removed from one bush.
Reference! If unripe fruits are harvested, they can reach technical ripeness while lying at home.
How to grow seedlings
Syzran pipipchka tomatoes are recommended to be grown in seedlings. Planting seeds in open ground does not bring the desired results.
Seed preparation
To obtain high-quality planting material, you need to check it for germination. To do this, place the seeds in a weak salt solution. It is better not to use those that have floated to the surface for landing. Selected quality seeds are soaked for 2 hours in a growth promoter.
Capacity and soil
Seedling containers should have drainage holes for oxygenation of the roots. It is recommended to use peat pots, in this case you can skip the picking process and plant the plants in the ground along with the container.
This method is considered less traumatic, the pots will eventually dissolve in the soil and serve as additional fertilizer.
For planting tomatoes, ready-made soil is used, bought in a store or prepared independently from peat, compost and sand, taken in equal proportions. The soil mixture must be disinfected: placed in the freezer for several days or calcined in the oven for several hours.
Sowing
Planting seeds is one of the important stages of growing any crop. Tomatoes are no exception, so you need to approach this matter with all seriousness and follow the rules of agricultural technology:
- make small depressions in the prepared soil;
- place 2-3 seeds there;
- make a microstep with glass or film and wait for the first shoots to appear.
It is recommended to sow seeds for seedlings about 60-65 days before the planned date of planting in open ground.
Growing and care
The first tomato sprouts will appear a week after planting. They need to be watered with water at room temperature at least once every 4 days. When 2 true leaves appear on young plants, it is necessary to make a pick.
After the shoots have appeared, place a container with seedlings in a lighted place. Comfortable climatic conditions will provide the plant with full development. The optimum air temperature is considered to be + 20 ° C during the day and +15 ° C at night.
If the daylight hours are shorter than 12 hours, additional illumination is provided using a phytolamp. Young shoots need regular watering, it should be carried out as the topsoil dries out.
How to grow tomatoes
To get a bountiful harvest of Syzranskaya pipochka tomatoes, follow the recommendations for growing and care.
Landing
When the night frosts have passed and the soil is warm enough, the grown seedlings are planted in a permanent place. To do this, prepare a bed and apply fertilizers.
To obtain a bountiful harvest of tomatoes, the following planting rules are observed:
- Dig small holes with a distance of 45-50 cm from each other.
- Apply fertilizers and humus, spill well with warm water.
- Plant the plants in the grooves, being careful not to damage the roots.
- Cover with earth and tamp a little.
- Water again abundantly.
Attention! After watering the root hole, mulch the soil with straw or sawdust. This will keep moisture from evaporating quickly and will help with weed control.
After planting, tomatoes are not watered for a week - during this time, the root system must adapt to new conditions.
Care
The main care for tomatoes consists of timely watering, weeding, loosening, pinching, introducing complex fertilizing and measures to protect the plant from diseases and garden pests.
Bushes watered regularly as the soil dries. Tomatoes do not like excess moisture, this can negatively affect the development of the root system, but drying should not be allowed. Watering is desirable in the early morning or late evening. In dry weather, the frequency of watering is increased.
Young plants need regular weeding, weeds will interfere with the proper development of the tomato bush and shade it... Weed grass is a breeding ground for fungal infections, removing weeds reduces the risk of spreading diseases.
Loosening of the soil is also necessary - the soil is saturated with oxygen and provides adequate nutrition for the root system.
Spend pinching it is necessary in a timely manner, avoiding thickening of the bush. Getting rid of side shoots stimulates the formation and ripening of large fruits.
Tomato Syzran pipette is formed into two stems, this will provide a bountiful harvest of tomatoes on each bush.
Considering that the variety is tall, the bush is tied up as it grows to avoid breaking the main stem. Wooden pegs, iron rods and other improvised means are used as support.
Top dressing produced at least three times per season. At the very beginning, nitrogen-containing fertilizers are applied; they are needed by tomatoes to form green mass.After flowering, fertilizing with potassium is applied. For the formation of large fruits, phosphorus and potash fertilizers are applied.
Features of cultivation and possible difficulties
When planting tomatoes, it should be borne in mind that this culture loves sunlight. Therefore, for growing tomatoes, you need to select the appropriate area. But excessive moisture can cause plant diseases and make it difficult to pollinate flowers.
Attention! Do not forget about the rules of crop rotation. Tomatoes, potatoes and eggplants should not be the predecessors of tomatoes.
Diseases and pests
Tomatoes often suffer from diseases and pests. The most unpleasant and dangerous problem that contributes to the development of cultural diseases is unfavorable weather conditions.
With the right approach to growing tomatoes, the risk of disease in the bushes is minimized.
These measures reduce the risk of disease:
- regular airing of the greenhouse;
- timely watering;
- feeding with organic and inorganic fertilizers;
- loosening and weeding of beds.
The nuances of growing in open ground and in a greenhouse
Growing tomatoes in a greenhouse is different from planting in open ground.
Careful preparation of the greenhouse is required. The list of works includes disinfection and preventive procedures; it is also necessary to replace the topsoil. After that, the greenhouse is ventilated for several days.
During flowering, it is recommended to shake the bushes by hand or install a fan in the greenhouse.
Harvesting and application of the crop
Tomato Syzran pipette is widely used in cooking for the preparation of various dishes: salads, sauces, pastes. This variety is used in home conservation... When heat treated, the fruits do not crack and retain an appetizing appearance.
Advantages and disadvantages of the variety
The variety is valuable not only for its high yield and ease of care, but also for its excellent taste.
The Syzran pipette has practically no drawbacks. Problems can appear during the growing process only in the case of improper care.
Farmers reviews
Summer residents leave mostly positive reviews about this variety.
Spouses Fadeevs, Samara: “Our favorite tomato variety is Syzran pipette. We plant tomatoes in a greenhouse and get the first harvest in early June. We have been growing this variety for more than seven years and will not exchange it for any other one ”.
Alexander Kazakov, Ulyanovsk: “I really like to experiment and buy new varieties of tomatoes every season. The seller in the store advised to take the seeds of the Syzran pipo variety. Now this variety is my favorite. "
Elena Avdonina, Saratov region: “The variety Syzranskaya pipochka is unpretentious and gives a guaranteed tomato harvest. The workpieces are excellent, after heat treatment the tomatoes do not crack and, due to their unusual shape, look beautiful in jars. "
Conclusion
The Syzranskaya pipochka variety has earned the recognition of Russian gardeners due to its unpretentiousness, unusual fruit shape and rich taste. There is nothing difficult in cultivating a plant - a tomato needs regular watering, loosening and feeding. The variety is versatile in application - good fresh and canned.