Tomato variety "Auria" from Novosibirsk breeders, famous for its high yield and excellent taste of fruits

Many gardeners want to grow tomatoes on their plot that differ from conventional varieties. It is for these people that the Auria tomato culture was created. Its elongated and forked fruits at the tip are so different from others that they arouse constant curiosity and a desire to try the variety in your garden.

An unusual shape combined with excellent taste has long won the right to decorate not only everyday, but also holiday tables at any time of the year, looking great both in fresh dishes and in winter preparations.

Description of the species

The culture was bred by Novosibirsk breeders in 1998. Due to the unusual appearance of the fruit, tomato can be found under other names: Ladies' whim, Adam, Zabava. But despite the variety of varietal names, the basic characteristics remain unchanged.

Distinctive features

The species is indeterminate, height – 2 m. Foliage is below average, the leaves are light green, small with large veins. Fruit clusters are located far from each other, up to 10 ovaries are formed on each.

Reference. The indeterminate species is not limited in growth. To determine the growing point, pinch the crown of the plant.

The ripening period is early: 100-110 days pass from the appearance of the first shoots to full ripening.

The productivity is high: up to 5 kg of vegetables are harvested from 1 bush, provided that 3-4 seedlings are planted per 1 square meter. m.Recommended for cultivation in open ground and in greenhouse conditions.

Resistance to diseases is average; tomato is not resistant to fungal infections.

Needs obligatory pinching and gartering. Due to its fragile stem, it cannot support the weight of its own fruits.

Fruit characteristics

The average weight of the fruit is 140-160 g. The shape is uncharacteristic for a tomato: elongated, oblong, slightly forked at the end, the color is rich red. The pulp is dense and juicy. The taste is excellent, sweet. The skin is thin but durable and does not crack during heat treatment. There are 2 seed chambers, there are a lot of seeds.

The purpose is universal: from fresh consumption to the preparation of various preserves. Also suitable for processing into tomato products.

Ripe vegetables can be stored for a long time and perfectly retain their presentation during long-term transportation.

The photo shows the tomato variety Auria.

How to grow seedlings

Sowing seeds for seedlings begins 2 months before planting in the ground. Planting material is usually planted in February, but it is first prepared for sowing.

Reference. The crop is not a hybrid, so you can prepare seed material for the next planting yourself.

Seed preparation

The seeds are carefully laid out on the table and carefully inspected for visible damage. Then check for emptiness by immersing in a saline solution for 15 minutes. Those that have floated to the surface are not suitable for sowing. The remaining material is immersed in a weak solution of potassium permanganate for 20 minutes to disinfect, then rinse with running water and dry.

Next, the seeds are soaked in a growth stimulator for 12 hours. To improve germination, they are germinated on damp gauze.To do this, the seeds are wrapped in gauze, slightly moistened and put in a dark and warm place for 2-3 days until sprouts appear.

Container and soil

The soil is prepared from garden soil and humus in equal parts with the addition of a small amount of peat. All components are thoroughly mixed, the resulting mixture is poured with a hot solution of pink potassium permanganate to destroy pathogenic flora.

The treated soil is left for 2 weeks to ventilate in the fresh air. After this, the soil is laid out in planting containers.

You can plant in a common wooden box and in individual containers, for example, plastic cups, paper honeycombs or peat pots. Small holes are made at the bottom of the planting container so that excess moisture does not remain in them.

Sowing

The sprouted grains are sown in grooves 1 cm deep. The seeds are covered with earth on top, leveled and moistened with a spray bottle. After sowing, the planting containers are covered with film to create a greenhouse effect and left in a warm room at a temperature of at least 24°C.

Every day the film is removed for 25 minutes for ventilation and access to oxygen. If necessary, lightly moisten the soil with a spray bottle.

Growing and care

When the first shoots appear, the film is removed, lowering the room temperature to 20°C. The containers are moved to a well-lit place. Daylight hours for seedlings should be at least 14 hours. If there is insufficient natural light, illuminate with fluorescent lamps.

Water moderately, as the top layer of soil dries out, with warm, settled water using a regular tablespoon along the edge of the planting containers. After watering, the soil is loosened superficially.

When 2 true leaves appear, the seedlings are picked and placed in separate containers.

The photo shows picking seedlings.

Reference. Picking is the removal of the final part of the taproot from a young seedling in order to stimulate branching of the root system. This word also refers to seating from a common container to individual ones.

3 weeks before transplanting into the ground, the seedlings begin to harden. The hardening procedure boils down to keeping the seedlings outdoors for initially 40 minutes, gradually increasing the interval to 13 hours. Simultaneously with daytime hardening, the night temperature of the room where the seedlings are brought is reduced to 13°C.

How to grow tomatoes

After 2 months, the seedlings are ready to be transplanted into open ground - after the threat of night frosts has passed and the ground has warmed up to 15°C. They are transplanted into the greenhouse 2 weeks earlier.

Landing

Planting pattern: 50 cm – distance between seedlings, 40 cm left between rows. For 1 sq. m place 3-4 seedlings.

Planted in shallow holes, first filling them with water and adding a little wood ash to the bottom of each. After transplanting, the soil is watered again, loosened and the young bushes are left to adapt to the new conditions for 1 week.

Auria tomato care

After adaptation, regular watering is established 2 times a week. Water moderately with warm, settled water, strictly at the root. After each watering, the soil is loosened, removing weeds with roots, which promotes better penetration of oxygen to the young roots.

To retain moisture, the beds are mulched. Additionally, mulching serves as a necessary preventive measure in pest control.

On hot and dry days, the amount of watering is increased to 3-4 times a week, making sure to control the level of humidity in the beds, since the crop is susceptible to fungal diseases.

The first feeding is carried out 10 days after transplanting into the ground. Feed with superphosphate or mullein infusion in a ratio of 1:10.

Reference. When fertilizing with organic matter, strong dilution is necessary to avoid burning the root system.

The second feeding is carried out during flowering. Feed with a full complex of mineral fertilizers or organic matter. Not only mullein infusion, but also bird droppings at a dilution of 1:15 are suitable as organic matter during this period.

The third time the crop is fed during the ripening of the fruits, adding potassium salt to mineral fertilizers or organic matter for faster filling of vegetables.

Features of cultivation and possible difficulties

Tall bushes require staking, otherwise they will not support the weight of ripe vegetables. They are fixed to the support as soon as the stems reach a sufficient height. The support is provided by wooden stakes installed next to each bush, or metal rods. Not only the stem of the plant is fixed, but also the fruit-bearing branches.

For proper distribution of nutrients, plants need to be pinched.

Reference. Stepchildren are extra branches that do not participate in fruiting, but consume useful substances.

The pinching procedure is carried out early in the morning so that the resulting wounds heal completely by the evening. This reduces the risk of infection. The plant is formed into 1 or 2 stems. This technique helps to achieve maximum yield.

Diseases and pests

The tomato variety Auria has average resistance to diseases of the nightshade family.Most often it infects neighboring crops. Therefore, it is important not to plant plants of its family nearby.

Tomato is susceptible blossom end rot and dry spotting. With blossom end rot, dark brown spots appear on the fruits, making the vegetables unfit for consumption. It will not be possible to save the affected fruits, but spraying with Bordeaux mixture will stop the development of the fungus.

The drug "Antrakol" will help cope with dry spotting. This disease, like blossom end rot, is a fungal disease. Therefore, prevention is needed first. This includes weeding, loosening, and moderate watering.

Greenhouse structures are subject to mandatory ventilation, since the constant flow of fresh air destroys the pathogenic environment.

Among the pests that are dangerous to tomatoes are whiteflies, spider mites, Colorado potato beetles and aphids. To eliminate whiteflies, pheromone traps are installed. They capture only harmful butterflies, without harming non-pest insects.

The habitat of spider mites is greenhouses. To destroy the parasite's habitual conditions, it is enough to regularly ventilate closed structures.

A soap solution used to treat the stems saves from aphids. The Colorado potato beetle is collected by hand and burned in glass jars.

Reference. The most effective method of controlling diseases and pests is prevention. It is recommended to inspect plants for the presence of pathogenic flora every day.

Nuances of open ground and greenhouse conditions

The variety is recommended for cultivation in open ground and greenhouses. When breeding in protected ground, remember that the crop loves sunlight. If it is not enough, artificial lighting will be needed, otherwise the growth of the bushes will slow down.Don’t forget about this when choosing tomato beds outside: plant seedlings only in sunny, unshaded areas.

The formation of plants depends on the regions in which they are grown. In the northern regions, the crop is grown in 1 stem, and in the southern regions it is allowed to be grown in 2 stems. It is under such conditions that the highest rates of fruiting are observed.

All lower leaves must be removed. With constant contact with wet beds, they rot, which contributes to the spread of fungal spores. Removing them reduces the risk of developing infections.

Since the plants have brittle stems, staking must be taken seriously. It is best to secure stems and branches with fabric tapes, which perfectly support the plant without causing harm to it.

Harvesting and application

When sowing seeds in February, harvesting begins in mid-June. Ripening is uniform, in whole clusters, which simplifies their collection.

The use of ripe vegetables is universal. Thanks to their excellent taste, they are consumed fresh in salads, a variety of appetizers, sandwiches, and canapés. In hot and vegetable dishes, they perfectly complement other vegetables and are well suited for baking with meat.

When heat treated, the peel does not crack, so they are used for whole-fruit canning. Small tomatoes fit perfectly into jars, preserving their taste properties.

The meatiness of tomatoes has a good effect on the consistency of tomato paste; vegetables retain their taste well after processing, giving the product a sweet aftertaste. Tomatoes are also used for making pickles, marinades, lecho, ketchup, adjika and juices.

Ripe vegetables can be stored for a long time and can withstand long-term transportation, maintaining their presentation and taste.

Advantages and disadvantages of the variety

Vegetables have many positive qualities:

• high fruiting rate;
• good adaptation to weather conditions;
• possibility of breeding in all regions;
• simple agricultural technology;
• uniform fruit ripening;
• excellent taste;
• unusual appearance;
• versatility in cooking;
• long-term storage;
• long transportation;
• the ability to prepare seeds yourself.

Some negative sides:

• average resistance to diseases;
• fragile plant stems;
• requires mandatory stepsoning;
• requires a garter.

Farmer reviews

Reviews about Auria tomatoes are quite convincing and eloquent. The section will introduce the opinions of gardeners who grew tomato crops on their plots.

Tatiana, Yaroslavl: “I grew the tomato in a greenhouse. The yield turned out to be very good; I collected 4 kg of fruit from each bush. The taste is pleasant, using them for salad is a pleasure. There was also enough for winter supplies.”

Tamara, Astrakhan: «I have been planting this species for 3 years now. When planting, I put a handful of feathers - this creates favorable conditions for beneficial insects that live in the soil. I water it through a plastic bottle at the root. The result does not keep you waiting. Always with vegetables: both in winter and in summer.”

Gennady, Ulyanovsk: «I grew them in a greenhouse, the tomatoes did not get sick. Seeds are not often found on sale, so I leave my own. I like them most in pickles and marinades. The best winter preparations are made from these tomatoes.”

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Conclusion

The Auria tomato does not require special care, so every gardener can grow it on their own plot. If you follow the simplest agrotechnical practices and crop rotation rules, you get a decent harvest of unusual tomatoes with excellent taste.

Adaptability to different climatic conditions makes it possible to grow the crop in any region - undoubtedly, this is a big plus. And if you want to plant Auria, it is not necessary to buy seeds again; they are easy to prepare yourself.