Are you picking tomatoes of an unusual shape for your site? Gardeners recommend paying attention to a variety called Tlakolula. He was brought from Mexico. Its fruits are characterized by an original ribbed shape. With proper cultivation, the mass of one tomato variety reaches about 300 grams. We bring to your attention a description of Tlacolula tomato, its photos, care features and reviews of gardeners!
Varietal characteristics
This variety got its name in honor of the Mexican city of Tlacolul Matamoros, from where the first seeds spread. In general, tomato belongs to the old American varieties. It is an indeterminate, mid-season tomato. Its fruits are pear-shaped, with pronounced ribbing. The top of the fruit has a greenish-black hue, their lower part is raspberry. The tomato is quite juicy, the taste of pulp is classic, with sweetness.
The height of one bush when grown in open ground and a greenhouse can reach two meters. The variety is quite productive, however, gardeners say, the fruits may crack. Tomatoes feel good after freezing: there is no liquid in them, only the pulp remains.
The lower part of the Tlacolula tomato is wide, the upper part is narrow, slightly flattened. The first fruits can be enjoyed already 90-100 days after sowing seeds for seedlings. Three to seven brushes appear on one bush.
Variety varieties
There are several varieties of Tlacolula tomato. Their shape is almost identical, but the color is different. Among the varieties, the following can be distinguished:
- Pink Pink. This species is characterized by a rounded shape of the fruit, they are slightly flattened on top. Pear-shaped tomatoes are a little less common. Such tomatoes contain a large amount of sugar and solids. Vegetables are suitable for those who are allergic to red foods.
- Tlacolula yellow tomato is distinguished by the most delicate pulp, juicy vegetables, with a bright tomato flavor. In the context, the tomato of this variety is no longer more like a tomato, but a chrysanthemum.
- Tlacolula White. Tomatoes of this variety are extremely rare, because their cultivation will require a lot of effort. Tomatoes are very tender, have a sweet fruity flavor, according to summer cottagers who managed to grow white varieties of varieties on their plot, they say that these vegetables literally melt in your mouth.
Of course, the varieties differ from each other, but they also have something in common - all Tlakolula tomatoes are ribbed.
Features of growing seedlings
Collection varieties are extremely capricious and demanding to care for. In order to get a tasty and big crop, you need to be patient, and at the same time to show the wonders of agricultural technology knowledge. Like the seeds of any other collection varieties, Tlacolula tomato seeds are recommended to be purchased in specialized stores. The first thing to do after acquiring planting material is to disinfect it. To do this, you need to lower the seeds for 20 minutes in a potassium permanganate solution, then place them in a cool place for two to three days, and then hold them in the open air so that the seeds are saturated with oxygen. The final stage of tomato preparation is treatment with growth stimulants, after which the sprouts grow strong and healthy. You should also process the soil in which you plan to sow tomatoes. It can be poured with a weak solution of potassium permanganate, and can be kept in the oven at a temperature of about 100 degrees. How many tomatoes of this variety sprout? Time practically does not differ from tomatoes of other varieties: for germination of seeds it will take from 6 to 10 days.
Watering the seedlings should be with settled water, best with a spray bottle or drip method. Before planting Tlacolula tomato in a greenhouse, it is recommended to harden: for this, for a short time, seedlings need to be taken out into the street. This will allow the bushes to grow strong, well tolerate a sharp cooling.
Transplanting to a permanent place
When the seedlings turn 60 days old, they will be ready to change their place of residence. Seedlings must be planted at a distance of at least 50 centimeters from each other. The soil layer must be at least 18 cm deep. In each hole, in equal parts, add sod and humus, add 50 grams of wood ash.
It is best to plant sprouts in the evening, then the plants will develop better. When the bushes grow, it is recommended to tilt them a little, stretch the stem along the beds and lightly sprinkle with earth. After this, the bushes must be properly watered, and after two weeks treated with a solution of Bordeaux fluid. The optimal concentration is 1%.
Tomato Care
Gardeners say: if there is not enough lighting in the greenhouse or in the garden, the bush should be formed into one stem. With a sufficient amount of natural light - in two stems. On one bush, it is recommended to leave no more than 5-6 ovaries. After their development, the top must be pinched; two leaves must be left over the top. Watering plants is best done with warm water. The earth should not be too wet or dry, Tlacolula tomato does not tolerate either drought or stagnation of moisture. In order to reduce the evaporation of moisture from the soil, you can add a small layer - 2-3 centimeters - straw or peat.
Experienced gardeners recommend that you carefully monitor the air humidity and temperature in the greenhouse: the flowers may dry out from the heat, as a result, the fruits will not appear. Every two weeks you need to feed the bushes. It is best to alternate organic fertilizers with mineral fertilizers. For one square meter of soil you will need one bucket of fertilizing.
Harvesting is necessary as the fruit ripens. In the event that they have not yet matured, they can simply be folded into a basket and left in a warm room. In the middle of the container, the most ripe tomatoes should be put in order to accelerate the ripening of the rest.
Reviews
In the reviews of the tomato of this unusual variety, summer residents note: the fruits have a delicate and pleasant taste, without sourness, sweetish. Tomatoes are suitable for fresh consumption, they make excellent salads, sauces, they can act as seasonings or ingredients for hot dishes.