Of the many varietal and hybrid tomatoes offered to gardeners today, it is impossible to unequivocally single out the group of the best, since the preferences of different gardeners are based on different evaluation criteria, and the climatic features of the regions when cultivating tomatoes are very different.
Nevertheless, let's talk about the popular hybrid Intuition F1. Agrofirm "Gavrish", offering this tomato, positions it on the market as a very resistant to diseases and cracking carpal tomato with high palatability. This is one of the first hybrids of domestic selection, the fruits of which simultaneously ripen and make it possible to collect it with brushes.
Tomato Intuition F1: Description
The features of this tomato are high commodity indicators, a beautiful round and even shape of the fruit, excellent yield, and excellent keeping quality over a long shelf life.
Tomato Intuition F1 is a medium-ripening variety with unlimited shoot growth, the so-called indeterminate vegetative type. Reaching a height of 2 meters, a bush covered with healthy dull green foliage looks pretty impressive and is grown mainly in greenhouses, without requiring complex care. Due to its hybrid origin, tomato has a very high resistance to various tomato misfortunes, such as fusarium, cladosporiosis, tobacco mosaic virus and other problems.
Ripening of fruits begins after 100-115 days from germination of seedlings. Simple bilateral inflorescences are laid as follows: the first is above the ninth leaf, the rest is every three subsequent ones. The inflorescence consists of 6-8 fruits, mounted on a short and very strong axis, capable of holding the weight of a ripening brush. A feature of the tomato is a very impressive yield - from a square meter you can collect from 25 to 32 kg of bright red even fruits of an ideal rounded shape. They deserve a separate discussion: like many hybrid varieties, Intuition F1 gives tomatoes almost identical in weight and ripening time on the brush.
The weight of tomatoes varies from 90 to 110 grams. Smooth, even, without visible ribbing, the fruit has 3-4 seed chambers, is famous for its good taste, is excellently stored and transported.
Growing seedlings: soil preparation
Considering that the overwhelming majority of domestic regions cannot boast of a warm climate, and tomato is a southern culture that provides a full-fledged crop exclusively in comfortable conditions, it is optimal to grow tomatoes in greenhouse conditions. And you should start with sowing seeds for seedlings.
Recently, gardeners have replaced seedling boxes with disposable containers, which undoubtedly reduces the risk of infection of seedlings, the possibility of which remains with repeated use. But new containers must be disinfected before laying the ground. The most acceptable height for seedling containers is 6-8 cm.
Soil for seedlings can be purchased at a store for gardeners or prepared on their own, in equal proportions combining humus and peat with turf land. Add 1 kg of coarse river sand, 100 grams of wood ash and 30 grams of superphosphate to a bucket of the prepared mixture. You do not need to add fertilizers to the finished soil, they have a full range of necessary nutrients.
Intuition F1 tomato is sown for seedlings in February and March. It is impossible to indicate the specific dates of sowing due to the huge length of the country; moreover, gardeners in each region use their own accumulated experience, taking into account local conditions. The soil is poured into the prepared seedlings, slightly compacting it, since the planted seeds should not be in the air pocket - this will nullify all efforts, they will not be able to germinate.
Seed preparation
If seeds are purchased that have already undergone pre-sowing preparation, which is necessarily indicated on the packaging, then no additional work is needed with them. And ordinary seeds will have to be etched and stimulated to further quality growth. Although Intuition F1 tomato (Gavrish) is very resistant to various infections, it needs presowing treatment, like many other varieties and hybrids.
The means “Phytosporin-M” will help to disinfect the seeds, in the solution of which they are immersed for 20-25 minutes. And modern growth biostimulants, such as Epin or Zircon, will protect the seeds and wake them up. They activate the formation of shoots, support the immune system and neutralize the subsequent stressful state of the plant during sudden cold snap, drying out and other problems. All solutions should be prepared in accordance with the instructions attached to the drugs. The exposure time of seeds in solutions is also adjusted based on the information provided in the instructions.
Planting seedlings
Seeds prepared in this way are laid in grooves, buried by 1-1.5 cm, watered with a warm, weak solution of sodium humate and sealed. Seedling containers are placed in a bright place with an indoor air temperature of at least 22-24 ° C. To create the most comfortable conditions for the germination of seedlings, the containers are covered with glass or film on top. The microclimate that occurs in containers with seedlings will protect the sprouts and allow them to quickly turn into strong seedlings.
With the right algorithm of action and quality seeds, germination occurs on the third or fifth day. As soon as this happened, the cover is removed from the box. Now it’s important not to flood the plants. This mistake is often made by beginning gardeners, and this is fraught with the death of seedlings, because the excess moisture uses a mushroom that causes a black leg and is always in the soil. Such infections destroy even very strong seedlings. The room temperature should be maintained at the same level that was maintained during seed germination.
The next stage of cultivation is the dive of strong seedlings, characterized by simultaneous germination and excellent survival, which is famous for the tomato Intuition F1. Reviews of gardeners who know this hybrid are unanimous: the tomato sprouts quickly and develops well.
Dive tomato seedlings
This operation is carried out when three to four true leaves grow on the seedlings. This is an indicator of a sufficiently strong germ with a properly forming root system. In order for the process to proceed normally, each seedling should be placed in a separate pot, since developing roots require more space. The techniques used in transplanting seedlings are simple, but everything must be done carefully, without damaging the fragile roots.
Each plant is carefully removed from the container with seedlings, preferably together with an earthen lump, and transplanted into pots of larger capacity. Their diameter should not exceed 8-10 cm, and a height of 10-12 cm is considered optimal. Such a volume is enough for a seedling to grow stronger, but do not grow until it is planted in a greenhouse. Practice has shown that tomato Intuition F1 (reviews of gardeners confirm) tolerates diving well.
In separate containers of seedlings should not be more than 50-55 days, the height of a well-developed seedlings by that time reaches 30-35 cm. All her stay at home should be monitored so that it does not stretch. This is facilitated by the optimal temperature and light conditions. It is necessary to turn containers with seedlings daily to the window if the seedlings lack light. 10 days before the planned planting of seedlings in the greenhouse, it is necessary to harden the plants: take it to the balcony or open the window leaves at night.
Cooking a greenhouse
To ensure further comfortable growth for young plants, it is necessary to conduct high-quality cultivation of both the soil in the greenhouse and the frame part of the greenhouse itself. In different regions, different periods of planting seedlings in a greenhouse are different, but usually they vary from the beginning to the end of May. Therefore, if the cover of the greenhouse is film, and the spring turned out to be cold, then you may have to put two layers of film or use a more dense (reinforced) one. The use of a double film coating is more effective, since an air cushion, which inevitably arises between the layers, will not only increase the temperature in the greenhouse, but also significantly increase the operational capabilities of the inner layer.
There should be air vents on each side of the greenhouse for good ventilation. To avoid infection of seedlings, it is recommended to remove the top layer of last year's soil (7-10 cm). The remaining soil is treated with a solution of copper sulfate in a proportion of 30 grams per bucket of water. The same disinfection must be subjected to all parts of the frame of the greenhouse, wooden or metal. Replenish soil loss with humus.
Experienced gardeners recommend changing the planting of vegetables in greenhouses annually. But if this is not possible, then the presented method of cleaning the old soil layer with replacing it with humus is quite acceptable and will not reduce the planned yield. Tomatoes, in particular tomato Intuition F1, the cultivation of which is not fraught with special difficulties, pull the maximum of useful substances out of the ground, and replacing the top layer with the introduction of a full range of the necessary trace elements is a good option for obtaining a high yield.
Tillage is carried out at least 10 days before transplanting seedlings. The soil must be loosened, remove weeds and fragments of old roots. Humus is added in the amount of 8-10 kg per square meter, and a glass of wood ash (in the same area) will not harm. The optimal soil types for growing tomatoes in a greenhouse are breathable loams or sandstones.
Features planting seedlings
Intuition F1 is a tomato, the reviews of gardeners about which are very impressive, but before planting young plants, it is necessary to check the fulfillment of several mandatory conditions:
- Tomatoes are planted in the greenhouse on a cloudy day or in the evening;
- the soil is moistened in advance, several grains of manganese can be added to water for irrigation;
- Before planting, it is necessary to carefully examine the seedling, remove the cotyledonous, first, yellowed or diseased leaves;
- the soil in the greenhouse must be warmed up, tomatoes cannot be planted in cold soil, because the roots of the seedlings simply rot, and prolonged cold reinforces the process, and the plant will take root for a long time in the best case and die in the worst case.
The temperature of the soil when planting seedlings should be at least 12-15 ° C. You can warm the soil artificially by covering the ground with a black plastic wrap. By the way, it will play the role of mulch, prevent the growth of weeds, and will maintain an optimal temperature and water exchange regime, thereby significantly reducing the concerns of gardeners.
Tomato Intuition F1 (reviews of experienced gardeners indicate this) does not like strong deepening when planting, since this will stop its growth - sprinkled with earth, the stem is activated to form new roots to the detriment of the development of the stem. There is a danger of overdoing the introduction of nitrogen fertilizers, the excess of which will cause violent growth of foliage and the absence of ovaries and fruits. Often beginner gardeners fertilize planting holes with fresh manure, urea or chicken droppings. It is absolutely impossible to do this.
Intuition F1: agricultural company "Gavrish". Landing Reviews
Growing tomatoes in a greenhouse is simple, if you know all the features of agricultural technology. Typically, beds in a greenhouse of three meters wide are lobed. 2 ridges are arranged with a passage between them of 50-60 cm. The product of the Gavrish agricultural firm is a tall and strong plant. Therefore, the distance between the bushes during planting should not be less than 50 cm.
The minimum intervals between rows of this tomato should also not be less than 60 cm. Plant bushes in rows should be staggered to ensure free access to the gardener to each plant. Usually, 46-48 tomato bushes are planted in two rows of two rows on each in a greenhouse 6 meters long and 3 meters wide. And this is the maximum amount. With this planting scheme, you can optimally use the place in the greenhouse and prevent thickening, which negatively affects the development of any culture, causing a lack of light, difficult ventilation, and, as a result, the spread of diseases. The tomato Intuition F1 puts forward the same requirements. Landing and caring for it are not difficult, but you must adhere to certain rules.
Tomatoes in the greenhouse
Proper care of plants in the greenhouse is the key to a future crop, it begins immediately as soon as the seedlings are planted in the greenhouse. We list the main stages of caring for a plant such as tomato Intuition F1. Reviews of gardeners who have been growing this hybrid for several years are unambiguous in determining these stages:
- In the first days after planting, you do not need to water the plants. Usually wait 10 days. During this time, the tomatoes take root, then carry out watering.
- Water temperature for irrigation should not be lower than 20-22 ° .
- Prior to flowering, Intuition F1 is watered once every 4-5 days. The rate of water consumption per plant is 1.5 liters.
- During the flowering period, watering is increased to 4-5 liters per 1 bush.
- Watering the bushes should be at the root, it is better to do this in the morning, because evening watering contributes to the formation of condensate, which from the film coating falls on the tomatoes.
- Maintain optimal temperature and humidity. The most comfortable temperature is 25-28 ° C during the day and 18-20 ° C at night.
- Do not be afraid to ventilate the planting - tomatoes are indifferent to drafts. And airing 2 hours after watering is a prerequisite that stimulates fruit set.
Garter and stepson
Since Intuition F1 is a tomato (reviews of gardeners confirm this) with unlimited growth of the stem, its garter is mandatory. Spend it on the 3-7th day after planting seedlings. It is necessary to help the plant withstand the severity of the pouring fruit. The material for the garter should be chosen one that will not injure the stem of the tomato. Garter methods are used different, including trellis - linear or frame.
Another necessary procedure - pinching, is the removal of shoots growing from the axils of the leaves. This must be done, because they form a tomato in 1 or 2 stems, carefully monitoring the formation of new shoots and removing them in a timely manner. Their formation and uncontrolled rapid growth will significantly reduce fruit production, lead to thickening and inhibit ripening. It should be noted that not all varieties and hybrids are subject to strong formation of these lateral shoots, in many tomatoes it is very moderate. Such varieties include tomato Intuition F1. Agrofirm “Gavrish”, reviews of hybrids of which emphasize the low growth of stepchildren, offers consumers a number of such tomatoes. Stepsons should be removed carefully, you can break them out or cut them out. It is better to carry out such work in the morning.
Top dressing
Like any tall plant, tomatoes require periodic top dressing. No exception and tomato Intuition F1. Planting, survival of the bush and its subsequent development depend on the correct and regular application of nutrients needed by the plant.
The first top dressing from the moment of planting is carried out after 10-15 days: 30 grams of nitrophoska and 0.5 liters of liquid mullein are diluted in 10 liters of water. The fertilizing rate per bush is 1 liter. After 10 days, the tomatoes are fertilized a second time: 30 grams of potassium sulfate and fertility fertilizer are taken per 10 liters of warm water. The same top dressing will need to be repeated again after two weeks.
Adhering to these tips, it is easy to grow tomato Intuition F1 in a greenhouse. The reviews and photos presented in the article will help clarify particulars in the cultivation of this excellent crop.