A favorite of vegetable growers, a variety donated by Russian breeders - tomato "Olya F1"

Russian breeding never ceases to amaze with the variety of crops, and the relatively new tomato variety Olya f1 is another proof of progress. High yields, disease resistance, good adaptation to weather vagaries, and the excellent taste of the fruits did not escape the attention of eagle-eyed summer residents, and now the hybrid adorns garden beds in many regions of our country. In addition, its care is so minimal that even a beginner can get a rich harvest of delicious tomatoes.

Description of the variety

The Olya f1 variety was bred by Russian scientists at the beginning of the 21st century. It quickly gained popularity among vegetable growers. This variety is super-determinate, non-standard. The height of the plants reaches 100-120 cm.

Distinctive features

The Olya f1 tomato variety is grown in the winter-spring and spring-summer periods, as well as in extended rotation, that is, without transplanting into a greenhouse until November or December.

In the space between the leaves, in the internodes, three brushes are laid at once. The first of them are formed above the 7-9 leaves, each with seven fruits.

Reference. Fruit set occurs at night at 7°C or during the day at 13°C. No tomato has such an ability; many of the species stop pollination at this temperature and drop their flowers.

From the moment of emergence of seedlings to full ripening, 90-100 days pass, in extended rotation - 105 days.

The Olya f1 variety has increased resistance to tomato diseases such as cladosporiosis, fusarium and tobacco mosaic.It is shade-tolerant and heat-resistant. The tomato is recommended for growing in greenhouse conditions and open ground. The hybrid can be grown in a greenhouse all year round.

Fruit characteristics and yield

The harvest is rich: from 1 sq. m you can collect up to 15 kg of fruit, in an extended rotation - up to 25 kg.

Due to the small number of shoots, pinching is not required, but you can’t do without a garter.

The fruits are medium-sized, their weight can reach up to 170 g. They have a round shape and a bright red color (see photo above), with a sweet and sour taste. These tomatoes have 4-6 seed chambers.

The purpose of the tomato is universal: it is suitable for fresh consumption, pickling, marinades, canning, preparing sauces, ketchup and other dishes.

How to grow seedlings

Summer residents are preparing for the season already in February-March. High-quality seeds and seedlings are the key to a good harvest.

Seed preparation

To prevent disease, seeds are disinfected with potassium permanganate or hydrogen peroxide. A proven method is to soak the seeds for 20 minutes in a 1% solution of potassium permanganate.

Then they need to be saturated with nutrients. To do this, use solutions of potassium or sodium humate, aloe vera juice or potato water. There are also special preparations, for example, “Immunocytophyte”.

All that remains is to harden the seeds. Tomatoes love warmth, and this procedure will help them withstand unexpected temperature changes. Seeds, which have sprouted the first shoots, are left in the refrigerator overnight, and then returned to the heat for the day. This needs to be done 2-3 times.

Sowing

It begins 45-55 days before planting seedlings in the ground. Seeds are sown in small containers, common or individual. The soil is prepared from one part peat, one part sawdust and two parts greenhouse soil.The sawdust is first disinfected with boiling water, then steamed with a hot urea solution.

To one bucket of prepared soil add two handfuls of crushed shells, 0.5 liters of ash, 2 tbsp. l. superphosphate. Then mix thoroughly and pour in a hot solution of light-colored manganese. When the earth has cooled, fill the planting containers halfway.

After planting the seeds, the containers are covered with film or glass and left indoors at a temperature of 22-24°C.

When shoots appear, the film is removed and the containers are moved to a more illuminated place. Since the tomato is shade-tolerant, it is not necessary to place the seedlings in a sunny place.

The first watering is 2 tsp. carried out on the fourth day, distributing water along the edge of the nursery. After the formation of the third leaf, 100 ml of water is allocated to each bush.

When two true leaves appear seedlings dive, seating them in separate containers. To slow down the overgrowth of seedlings, they are planted again after 21 days.

Reference. Picking promotes the development of lateral roots, which leads to strengthening of seedlings.

At the age of seven days, the sprouts are sprayed with Epin to increase immunity. The first fertilizing is carried out 10 days after the first picking with Fertika Lux or Clean Sheet fertilizer.

Two weeks before transplanting, the seedlings begin to harden. To do this, they are taken outside for 2-3 hours, and the night temperature in the room where the seedlings are located is reduced to 14°C. Gradually, the time the sprouts stay outside increases to 18 hours.

How to grow tomatoes

After 45-55 days, the seedlings are ready for transplanting into open ground.

Planting pattern: 50 cm – distance between bushes, 40 cm – between rows. For 1 sq.m place no more than six seedlings, otherwise fruiting will decrease.

After planting in shallow holes, the soil is loosened, hilled up and moderately watered with warm, settled water. Watering produced at the root of the plant. Further watering is carried out as the soil dries, but not more than 1-2 times a week. To retain moisture longer, the soil is mulched.

Reference. Loosening the soil promotes better oxygen supply to the roots.

During the growing season, the plant is fed with mineral complexes in the form of phosphorus and potassium fertilizers once every 14 days.

Feed nitrogen fertilizers are undesirable due to the formation of a large amount of greenery, while there will not be enough nutrients for fruit set.

Due to the small number of shoots, the culture in stepsoning does not need. But if the stepson appears before the first fruiting cluster, it is removed. This is the lowest shoot that does not participate in the development of the seedling and can cause late blight.

Seedlings must be tied to wooden or metal rods. As the stem grows, it is carefully fixed to the support. Fixing branches is also possible.

Features of cultivation and possible difficulties

Tomato Olya f1 reaches a high growth, and several brushes appear on the central shoot at once. Therefore, experienced gardeners grow this variety in two shoots, when the second one starts from under the first brush. Remove all flowers and tops - this will help Ole not waste nutrients on unnecessary tops. Immediately sprinkle the cut area with charcoal or activated carbon.

It is important to remove side shoots in time: when the stepsons have reached a height of 3-4 cm.Pluck them at the very base in the morning and in dry weather. If you leave the tip, it will begin to rot and poison the entire bush.

Don't overfeed tomatoes! If you give them too much manure, the bush will become overgrown and the fruit will be small and green.

Diseases and pests

The hybrid is considered a highly resistant crop to the main diseases of the nightshade family. However, sometimes it is powerless against late blight and brown spot.

Late blight can be prevented by loosening the soil, removing weeds and moderate watering. The main thing is to monitor the humidity level.

Late blight is a fungal disease that loves plenty of moisture and elevated ambient temperatures. Copper sulfate is also suitable as a prophylactic agent.

When treating late blight, the fungicide “Hom”, treatment with furatsilin or soda (1 tbsp per 0.5 bucket of water) will help.

Brown spot is also a fungal disease, so preventive measures will be similar. As for treatment, copper-containing fungicides, for example, “Barrier” (8 g per 10 liters of water), will help here.

Among the pests, the mole cricket and the Colorado potato beetle are dangerous. The mole cricket is repelled by strong odors, for example, a crushed head of garlic, which is buried in the ground. And the Colorado potato beetle, along with its larvae, is collected by hand and burned in glass jars.

The nuances of growing in open ground and greenhouses

The variety is recommended for cultivation in open ground and greenhouse conditions. The climate of the North Caucasus region is suitable for open ground. Tomatoes are grown in protected ground all year round, regardless of climatic conditions.

In the greenhouse, the height of the seedlings reaches 1.2 m. This is slightly higher than in open beds. At this height, up to 15 clusters are formed on the trunk. The fruits ripen simultaneously on three branches, differing little in size from each other.

In both protected and unprotected soil, all lower leaves are removed, otherwise, with constant contact with moisture, the leaves may rot.

It is necessary to avoid dense plantings both in the greenhouse and in the beds. Otherwise, you may miss many parasitic insects. In addition, the frequency of planting leads to a decrease in yield.

If a tomato is planted in a greenhouse, it must be ventilated regularly.

Harvesting and application

The harvest of greenhouse vegetables begins in mid-May, and the open ground beds are pleased with ripe tomatoes from the beginning of June. The ripening of fruits is uniform, three clusters ripen at once, the vegetables are almost the same size. Harvesting is best done before noon, before the sun has time to heat the fruits. Vegetables can be picked unripe - they are able to gain color on their own.

The characteristics of the Olya f1 tomato make it a universal treat. It is equally suitable for fresh consumption and canning. Small tomatoes are good for whole fruit canning. They do not lose their taste in marinades and pickles; adjika, ketchup, lecho, juices, pastes and sauces are made from them. Tomatoes are suitable for baking with meat and preparing first courses; they can also be frozen and dried.

Tomatoes retain their presentation for a long time.

Advantages and disadvantages

The hybrid has many positive qualities, thanks to which the number of its lovers is growing:

• high fruiting rate;
• cold resistance;
• heat resistance;
• shade tolerance;
• high adaptation to any weather conditions;
• ability to grow in low light;
• increased resistance to diseases;
• optional stepsoning;
• excellent taste of fruits;
• ease of care;
• presentation of vegetables;
• versatility in cooking.

The disadvantages of any hybrid include the inability to independently select seeds for the next sowing. Here you can add the need for a garter.

Farmer reviews

Tomato Olya f1 is characterized by gardeners as an unpretentious crop to care for. To obtain a tasty harvest, the plant only needs regular watering and systematic feeding. Here are some reviews from summer residents:

Elena, Chelyabinsk: “I really like this hybrid. Despite the extreme summer in our area, vegetable production is always good. The fruits grow even, dense, and moderately juicy.”

Olga, Syzran: “I plant the Olya variety of tomato year after year and have no intention of giving up. Even if the tomatoes are small, but care is minimal, the tomato bears fruit abundantly and is quite resistant to weather changes. I make of it what I want. In winter, I enjoy looking at photos of my summer harvest.”

Tatiana, Zvenigorod: “I recommend this hybrid to everyone. He will reward you for watering and fertilizing with selected vegetables. There is no need for stepsoning, which is very convenient. Minimum effort – maximum result. This has already become my dacha motto.”

Conclusion

For anyone who still doubts which variety of tomatoes to choose for the garden, vegetable growers recommend the Olya f1 tomato. Easy to care for, high-yielding, disease-resistant, cold-hardy, does not require much light, versatile in cooking, it will take root well in any summer cottage. In addition, the possibility of year-round cultivation in a greenhouse means that there will be fresh vegetables on your table even in the cold season.