How to grow good Stolypin tomatoes

Stolypin's agrarian reform had both positive and negative consequences. But this does not detract from the merits of Pyotr Stolypin; his contribution to the development of agriculture is invaluable and great. His name is still revered to this day. Recently, Russian breeders named a new tomato variety in his honor. Let's take a closer look at the Stolypin tomato variety, find out why it is good, and whether it is easy to grow.

Description of the variety

Tomatoes of the Stolypin variety appeared relatively recently, but have already become a favorite among Russian gardeners. This is what these wonderful tomatoes look like in the photo:

Let's get acquainted with the features of Stolypin tomatoes, and also find out the yield and characteristics of the tomato variety:

Pros and cons of the variety

Each tomato variety has both pros and cons. But Stolypin has almost no shortcomings. It’s hard to believe, but experienced tomato growers emphasize that this variety of tomatoes is characterized almost exclusively on the positive side.

Positive characteristics:

• good productivity;
• tomato is resistant to late blight;
• the fruits do not crack;
• good taste;
• early ripening;
• does not need stepsoning.

There is only one negative point: bush formation is required.

Features of growing tomatoes

Each variety of tomato has its own characteristics in growing and caring for plants. If you know and follow them, the harvests will please you.

Key points to focus on:

• preparing seeds for sowing;
• growing seedlings;
• watering;
• feeding;
• regular weeding and loosening;
• prevention diseases.

Let's look at the most important stages in more detail.

Seed treatment

To get healthy and strong seedlings, Before planting, it is advisable to treat tomato seeds with a growth stimulator. For example, “Epin” or “Zircon”. Dosage - according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Important! The growth stimulator will help improve seed germination and lay the foundation for seedling resistance to external influences.

The seeds are relatively inexpensive. A bag costs 15-20 rubles. for 0.1 g of seeds.

Seedling

Stolypin tomatoes are grown in seedlings. Seeds are usually planted for seedlings in the second half of March.

At the age of 1-2 true leaves – plants are planted (planted in separate pots).

At the age of 60-65 days, seedlings can be planted in the main place. If this greenhouse, then the estimated date is mid-May. Plants are planted in open ground in early June.

Tomatoes love well-lit places. Therefore, for planting, it is recommended to choose areas that are not shaded by bushes, trees or outbuildings.

Planting scheme for Stolypin tomatoes 50*40 cm. This means that a distance of 0.5 m is left between plants in a row, and 0.4 m between rows. With this planting scheme, the planting density will be 4 bushes per 1 square meter.

Watering and fertilizing

There are no special features in watering for the Stolypin variety. Like all other tomatoes, plants of this variety love regular watering. You should not make it excessive - excess moisture, as well as its lack, has a bad effect on the growth of tomato bushes.

For better growth and fruit set, experienced tomato growers recommend giving the bushes nutritious irrigation. – foliar feeding. Spraying with a solution of boric acid gives good results. To prepare it, take 10 g of boric acid powder and dilute it with 10 liters of water.

Attention! To ensure that the powder crystals completely dissolve and do not burn the tomato leaves, it is better to dilute them in a small amount (for example, a glass) of hot water, and then mix with the rest of the water.

Nutrient spraying is carried out either early in the morning or late in the evening. If during the day, then only in cloudy weather. This is necessary so that the plants do not get sunburn from wet leaves.

Among the root dressings, Stolypin tomatoes love yeast brew. It is prepared from 3 liters of water, 30-50 g of sugar and 80-100 g of fresh yeast. The mass is “fermented” in a warm place. When there are no more bubbles (fermentation is complete), the solution is ready. 0.5 liters of mash are diluted in 10 liters of water and watered over the tomatoes. Feeding consumption – 0.5 l per bush

Note. Before fertilizing, it is better to water the tomatoes with plain water.This way fertilizing will be more effective.

Garter

A lot of tomatoes grow on the Stolypin bush. This means that the plant can break under the weight of the fruit. To prevent this from happening, the plant should be given additional support - tie it up.

Attention! Preventing trunk breakage is not the only benefit of tying. Between the tied plants, the sun's rays pass better and air circulates. Plus, the bushes are easier to care for (water, feed).

You can tie tomatoes (to provide support) in open ground and in a greenhouse using pegs driven into the ground next to the plant. The plant is attached to the peg using garter material - braid, twine, strips of fabric. In a greenhouse, you can tie tomatoes to the upper beams of the structure located under the ceiling.

Important! Experienced gardeners use used nylon women's tights and stockings to tie up tomato plants. They are soft and never injure the stem when tying.

Prevention of diseases and pests

The variety is resistant to late blight, which makes it attractive for cultivation.

The main measures to protect tomatoes from diseases and pests in the garden, as a rule, come down to prevention. Important stage — proper tillage of the soil before planting tomatoes. It is recommended to pour it with boiling water or a solution of copper sulfate (dosage - according to the recommendation of the manufacturer of the drug).

In addition, no one has canceled the rules of crop rotation. Tomatoes are not planted in one place for several years in a row. The landing site must be alternated. Tomatoes are grown in one bed no earlier than after three or four seasons.

To prevent infection pests use folk recipes.Garlic and tobacco solutions work well against aphids, whiteflies and small mites. They have a bright smell and repel pests.

Recipes:

Reviews from gardeners

Here are reviews from those who have already tried growing Stolypin tomatoes in their garden:

“I’ve been growing Stolypin for five years. I started growing these tomatoes after reading a review of new varieties. I was pleased with the yield - 9 kg per square meter. The fruits do not crack and can be stored for a long time.”

“Tomatoes grow fleshy. Because of their elongated oval shape, they are great for pickling and canning.”

“I liked the variety due to its low-cost care. When two or three flower branches appear, the bush stops growing upward and concentrates its energy on the formation and ripening of the crop. The stepchildren also stop growing.”

Let's sum it up

Stolypin is a very popular tomato variety. Among its advantages, gardeners note the early ripening of tomatoes (early ripening variety). Combined with fairly easy care and excellent taste characteristics, this variety has already become a favorite of many tomato growers. The pulp of Stolypin tomatoes is medium dense. They are used fresh, canned and processed into ketchups and juices.