Review of the Moskvichka tomato variety: pros and cons, as well as how to get a good harvest

Tomato is classified as a heat-loving crop. With all the variety of varieties, few of them are able to produce a good harvest in regions with temperate and cold climates, especially in open ground. Every gardener dreams of growing tomatoes with excellent taste.

The Moskvichka variety has long established itself as high-yielding and unpretentious. Like all tomatoes, it has its own characteristics, which we will talk about.

Characteristics and description of the Moskvichka variety

The history of Moskvichka began in 1976, when crossing the Smena 373 and Nevsky varieties produced a new early-ripening and productive variety. The selection was carried out by the N. I. Vavilov Institute of General Genetics. It is with the Moskvich tomato that gardeners with no experience are recommended to start growing tomatoes.

Moskvich tomatoes are resistant to cold climates and produce crops in the northern regions. Despite harsh weather conditions, they can be planted in open ground.

Tomato Moskvichka – determinant variety, it stops growing on its own, forming 3-4 clusters on the main stem.

The bushes are strong, with dark green leaves, no more than 40 cm high. The foliage is small.

Muscovite belongs to the standard varieties. They are distinguished by a small root system, which will not allow the bushes to grow tall.

The variety is early ripening, the harvest can be harvested within 90 days after planting in the ground. If the summer is cool, this period increases by one and a half to two weeks.

Advantages and disadvantages

Moskvich tomatoes have virtually no disadvantages, but the advantages cannot be hidden. Gardeners prefer this variety because they get:

• tomatoes with excellent taste;
• high productivity;
• beautiful, smooth, even fruits;
• a culture that is resistant to cold and disease and does not require special conditions;
• wide range of uses in cooking.

Disadvantages could include the small size of the fruit. On the other hand, this makes it possible to preserve whole fruits.

Important! A distinctive feature of the Moskvichka variety of tomatoes, which must be taken into account, is their requirement for a nutrient substrate.

Productivity and fruit characteristics

Moskvichka tomato is a variety of high-yielding varieties. Up to 2 kg of tomatoes are harvested from 1 square. m with normal planting, and if all agrotechnical requirements are met, the amount of harvest increases to 4 kg.

The fruits at full maturity are bright red, flat-round in shape. They have a rich sweet taste, juicy and fleshy pulp, soft but durable skin. One tomato weighs on average 60–80 g.

Fruits collected before full ripeness can be ripened at home. They tolerate transportation well and can be stored for a long time.

Growing Moskvich tomatoes

The maximum return from cultivating the variety is achieved by following a few simple but important rules. Attention to detail often helps to achieve record results.

Planting seeds

When growing Moskvichka tomatoes, it is not necessary to renew the seed material.

For seed selection, ripe fruits are taken. They are cut and kneaded until smooth, covered with gauze and left until the mixture begins to ferment.The seeds are removed after the formation of bubbles and a white film on the surface. Then they are washed, dried and stored in a paper bag until sowing. Moskvichka tomato is planted in late March or early April.

Before planting, the seeds are disinfected to eliminate the appearance of pathogens. They are placed for 20 minutes in a 1% solution of potassium permanganate, and then for 18 hours in a solution of a growth stimulator (Epin-extra or Zircon).

Important! Seed germination will be higher if you sow them immediately after disinfection.

The depth of the planting container must be at least 7 cm and equipped with drainage. For the seed mixture, peat soil, vermicompost and sand are usually used in equal quantities. Seeds are planted to a depth of 1.5 cm, 2 grains in each cup.

The seeded containers are moistened and covered with plastic film to create a greenhouse effect. Shoots appear after about 5 days, at this moment the film is removed and the seedlings are placed in a bright place, preferably on the south side. Further cultivation continues at humidity parameters of 30–60% and temperature +22…+24 degrees.

Seedling care

When the soil in the cups with seedlings dries out, it must be water. You can add melt water when watering, and also use a stimulator (HB101).

After a month and a half, the seedlings are ready to be transplanted into open ground, but they can only be planted after the ground has warmed above 15 degrees.

Important! Muscovite is a light-loving variety, so you need to choose a well-lit place on the site, avoiding shade and partial shade.

Agricultural technology in open ground and greenhouses

Plant seedlings in prepared soil. To do this, in the fall, when digging the future bed, humus or compost is added to the ground, and superphosphate is also added there.

For each bush, dig a hole and moisten it with warm water. After planting the soil around the bushes mulch crushed straw.

Watering is carried out so that the beds do not become waterlogged or dry out. Every two weeks the bushes need feeding. Alternate organic and mineral fertilizers.

Since the Moskvichka variety is low-growing, there is no need to tie up the bushes. They do not need stepsoning either.

Protection from diseases and pests

The Muscovite tomato is considered one of the most disease-resistant nightshades, but due to its precocity it may be susceptible to late blight. The disease can be avoided by using Fitosporin. This is a biological product that does not cause toxic effects. You also need to loosen the soil and weed out weeds in a timely manner. To prevent diseases, it is recommended to remove the lower leaves from the bushes.

Diseases are not the only problem with tomatoes. Various pests love them very much, which causes damage to the crop. The Muscovite tomato is most often attacked by the Colorado potato beetle, spider mites, thrips and aphid. Insecticides are used to control insects.

It is recommended to start treatment at the first symptoms of plant damage. Spraying must be stopped during the flowering period, and 40–45 days before ripening, treat again. Traditional methods include garlic solution and ash.

Reviews from gardeners

Both beginners and experienced gardeners like Muscovite. It is especially appreciated by residents of the northern regions.

Nikolay, Vologda: “I’m pleased with the unpretentiousness of Moskvichka. I can’t devote much time to the garden, but I grow tomatoes every year. This variety does not require special attention, which makes me very happy.“Tomatoes are very tasty, every year we can them for the winter and eat them fresh.”

Lidia Mikhailovna, Saratov: “I’ve heard for a long time from experienced gardeners about the Moskvich tomato. I decided to try it at random and now I prefer this variety to all the others. A very productive tomato, I recommend it to everyone!”

Elena Korotkova, Novodvinsk: “I live in the northern region. In our conditions it is not easy to grow a tomato crop. I found a variety called Moskvichka that is resistant to our cold weather. For me, growing tomatoes without greenhouses was a real discovery. I will never give up this variety!”

Conclusion

The Moskvichka tomato variety can be called universal. Unpretentious, productive, early ripening, not requiring special care, every gardener will like it. Tomatoes are suitable for both canning and salads; they can be served fresh and used in preparing hot dishes.

Low-growing bushes that do not require pinching or tying to a support are easy to grow. Gardeners with no experience are recommended to master the cultivation of tomatoes with the Moskvichka variety.