How to get high-quality Olesya tomatoes

Among the variety of tomato varieties, it is difficult to choose the most worthy one - one that would not require special care and would be distinguished by high taste. Before planting a crop, it is necessary to study the characteristics of the variety and compare different options. Let's consider the characteristics and description of the Olesya variety and the technology of its cultivation.

Description and characteristics of the variety

The Olesya tomato is grown both in open ground and in greenhouse conditions. The plant is indeterminate, that is, the bushes are not limited in growth, reaching a height of 2-2.5 m. Therefore, tomatoes must be tied up. The foliage is dark green and large.

The fruits have a plum-shaped elongated shape. Color yellow-orange. The surface of the tomato is smooth and glossy. The pulp is medium density, juicy, seeds very little. The weight of one tomato varies from 150 to 300 g.

Olesya has a pronounced sweet taste, so the variety is used in preparing various dishes. It goes well with both meat and fish, as well as vegetables. In addition, it is often used as an addition to soups, salads, side dishes, for preparing vegetable juices, pastes, and ketchup.

Important! Thanks to its dense peel, the variety tolerates transportation well and does not lose its external and taste qualities.

Main advantages and disadvantages

Like any vegetable, the Olesya variety has its pros and cons. The advantages of the variety include:

1. Ability to grow in different climatic conditions.If you live in the south of the country, then tomatoes will take root well in open-air beds, if in central Russia - in greenhouses.
2. Tomatoes contain a large amount of carotene, which is why they have a yellow-orange color. Carotene has a beneficial effect on the human body - it acts as a natural antioxidant, suppresses the risk of premature aging, and reduces the risk of heart and vascular disease.
3. High resistance to transportation.
4. Good immunity to crop diseases.
5. The spectacular appearance allows you to use fresh tomatoes.

The disadvantages of the Olesya variety include:

1. The need for tying. Since the bushes grow up to 2 m in height, it is necessary to tie up the stems, otherwise they will break under the weight of ripening tomatoes. This is why Olesya tomatoes lose out to other varieties - those that give an excellent harvest even without a garter.
2. The weight of the fruits is large, so they are not suitable for canning or pickling. In addition, if you decide to preserve Olesya’s tomatoes, keep in mind that they will crack, and this will affect both their appearance and taste.

Diseases and pests of tomato Olesya

Although tomato is highly resistant to major viruses and diseases, no one can give a 100% guarantee. There is no variety in nature that would be protected from all diseases.

Diseases

Olesya tomatoes are susceptible to the following diseases:

1. Late blight - the most common enemy of all tomatoes. This is a fungal infection, the spores of which penetrate the plant and destroy the entire bush. The peculiarity of late blight is that it is transmitted through seeds or contaminated soil. External signs: brown spots on the leaves or white coating.Curing late blight is not easy, but it is possible. For example, using chemicals or folk remedies. Ideally, you need to carry out preventive measures in advance: fertilize the soil with ash and neutralize the soil before planting.
2. Tobacco mosaic represents yellow patterns on the leaves. Like late blight, this is one of the most common diseases among tomatoes. The virus finds a home in plant cells. There are no effective means of combating the virus. The only thing that can be done is to remove the affected areas of the bush and carry out disease prevention in a timely manner.
3. Powdery mildew takes nutrients from Olesya’s tomatoes and disrupts metabolism. Because of this, the plant becomes weak and unable to withstand even minor climate changes. The leaves wither and fall off. Powdery mildew appears due to increased soil moisture, cold, irregular watering, and dense planting. To cope with powdery mildew, you need to treat the bushes with a solution of potassium permanganate once a month and not follow the dosage of nitrogen fertilizers.

Pests

In addition to viruses and fungi, the presence of insect pests can affect the crop.

Particularly dangerous:

1. Whitefly. This seemingly harmless insect causes yellow spots to appear on the leaves, causing them to wither and die. This happens because the whitefly leaves secretions on the leaves, and the fungus begins to multiply.
2. Spider mite. It envelops the bushes in cobwebs, causing it to slowly die. For control and prevention, use an infusion of garlic with the addition of liquid soap and dandelion leaves.
3. Medvedka - long thick brown worms. They destroy the plant by gnawing through the root system.You should fight the mole cricket with the drug “Thunder” or a solution of pepper.

Important! To avoid diseases and pests, it is better to immediately carry out preventive measures. Before planting, disinfect the soil, and if the tomatoes are growing in a greenhouse, then disinfect all hard surfaces in it. Fertilize the soil in a timely manner and nourish the plant. Do not get carried away with watering - the cause of many diseases is high humidity.

Technology of growing tomatoes Olesya

To get a good harvest, you need the following:

1. Prepare seed material. Trust only trusted manufacturers, read the information on the packaging. It is better to consult with specialists before purchasing.
2. Prepare containers and soil for seedlings. Plant tomatoes in boxes or flower pots. As for the soil, you can make up the required mixture yourself or buy it ready-made in the store. Both pots and soil are sold in all gardening stores.
3. Before seedlings, soak the seeds for a day in a solution of potassium permanganate - this will destroy possible infections and diseases. Experienced gardeners also recommend carrying out the seed hardening procedure: place the seeds in the freezer overnight, then remove them and place them on the windowsill for 10 hours. Repeat steps 2-3 times. This simple technique will help the plant to withstand temperature changes well in the future.
4. Place the seeds in the soil at a distance of 5-6 cm from each other, water them with warm water. For best ripening, cover containers with plastic wrap.
5. Maintain the required soil and air temperature - about 23 degrees.
6. To accelerate seed growth and improve plant health, use development and growth stimulants for vegetable crops.
7. After the first shoots appear, place the containers closer to the light and remove the film. As soon as the first shoot appears, dive.
8. 2 weeks after picking, carry out the first feeding. These can be either organic fertilizers or special compounds. Do not forget to water the beds generously with warm water after each feeding.
9. The second feeding is carried out during the mass ripening of tomatoes.
10. 10 days after planting, loosen the beds and remove weeds. In total, during the ripening of the crop, carry out about 6 loosenings.
11. Hill up the bushes periodically - this promotes the formation of additional roots. Hilling increases the immunity of tomatoes.
12. Since the Olesya variety is indeterminate, it is necessary to tie up the bushes.

Important! Water your tomato bushes so that the soil is moist and the stem and leaves are dry. This is necessary to avoid the development of late blight and other infections. Wet plants are susceptible to disease.

Productivity of tomato variety Olesya

Gardeners characterize Olesya’s tomato yield as average. Over 5 kg of tomatoes are harvested from one bush. Their ripening time is about 110 days from the moment of planting. To get as many orange vegetables as possible, it is important to follow the technology of growing the plant and the procedure for caring for it.

Reviews

Reviews about Olesya tomatoes are very varied.

Galina, Orenburg: “I have been growing the Olesya variety for three years now. Although it does not have the highest yield, it has a wonderful taste. I like to eat these tomatoes exclusively fresh. I grow tomatoes in a greenhouse. Before planting, I disinfect all hard surfaces - walls, doors, greenhouse pegs. I also appreciate these tomatoes for their high resistance to diseases and ease of care.I recommend Olesya’s seeds to all my friends and give them to my neighbors.”

Anastasia, Ural: “The variety has a great taste. 9 beautiful tomatoes ripened on one ovary, the smallest one weighed 370 g. The stalks are powerful and do not break. Among all the yellow tomatoes, the Olesya variety is the most delicious. Because of its sweet taste, children especially love it. I prepare vegetable salads, side dishes and even make jam from these tomatoes.”

Nikolay, Volga region: “I was dissatisfied with the Olesya variety. It is impossible to preserve these tomatoes due to their large size, and they also have to be tied up. My garden is located outside the city, so I don’t have much time to care for the plants.”

Conclusion

Olesya tomatoes contain a large amount of vitamins and antioxidants, which makes the vegetable not only tasty, but also healthy. In addition, tomatoes are good both fresh and after heat treatment. The juice made from Olesya tomatoes will be remembered for its sweetish taste, and the bright colors of the vegetables will decorate any dish.

Olesya tomatoes are unpretentious in care; the main thing is to water the beds on time and remove weeds. The culture responds well to mineral fertilizing and has high immunity to pests. The Olesya tomato is grown both in greenhouse conditions and in open ground, which is undoubtedly considered a big plus.