Growing tomatoes in the city, in trays on the balcony, and on a personal plot of land are very different from each other, since the growth of the plant is affected by the climate and the environment. Next, we will consider how to grow tomatoes for the Moscow region, and what varieties are suitable for this.
It is necessary to prepare the land on a summer garden in advance, since the fall. The second step is the selection of seeds, because from good seeds you can get a good harvest. If you buy tomato seeds in a specialized store, then, most likely, they are already treated with pesticides and other substances that promote growth and protect tomatoes for the Moscow Region from diseases. According to some expert gardeners, the land in the Moscow Region is such that plants are often sick and susceptible to various pests. Also, when buying seeds, it is worth buying several types of varieties. This will allow you to grow good tomatoes and get a stable crop.
To get a crop earlier than usual, tomato seedlings must be grown in open ground immediately, as soon as the first inflorescences appear. This is about the seventieth day after planting seeds. Tomatoes for the Moscow Region such as Diablo, Rio Grande, Roma, Elko F1, Camila F1 or Expresso F1 are ideal for early planting. Sowing is carried out in separate boxes, to a soil depth of one and a half or two centimeters. The distance between seeds and rows is three and five centimeters, respectively.
In order to create a greenhouse effect and create good conditions for growth, the boxes are covered with a film and the soil temperature is maintained at least twenty-three degrees. Must be the same air temperature.
Seedlings can be planted in open ground, at the end of May or at the beginning of June, the main thing is that all spring frosts pass, and it is warm. Seedlings are preliminarily pickled: tomatoes for the Moscow Region are transplanted into boxes with humus and turf, saltpeter - fifteen grams, superphosphate - forty grams and potassium - nineteen grams are added. If possible, grow seedlings in paper pots made by yourself.
Land in the country also needs to be prepared, shredded and mixed with peat or other mineral additives. The beds are dug up on the southern or southeastern side of the garden so that the land is well warmed by the spring sun. If cucumbers, peas or zucchini used to grow on that spot in the garden, this will very well affect the growth of the tomato. Tomatoes for the Moscow region are very fond of light and warmth, so it is advisable to give them the best plots of land in the country garden.
It is strictly forbidden to plant tomatoes in the ground where potatoes, peppers or eggplant used to grow. At least three years must pass before tomato seedlings can be planted in that place. In autumn, during the plowing of the land, it is advisable to prevent part of the humus from the soil, but in no case not clean manure. A large amount of nitrogen in manure negatively affects the flowering of tomatoes and the number of fruits. Every year, it is advisable to change the location of the beds, because when the earth is dug up, it is saturated with oxygen and useful substances.
The best tomato varieties for the Moscow Region are undersized standard varieties such as Stork, Moneymaker, Iogen, Gourmet, Regina, Alpatieva 905A. Proper use of top dressing contributes to good growth and yield. The first time top dressing should be watered a month after planting the seedlings, and the second time - another two weeks after that. Tomatoes for the Moscow region require good mineral nutrition, light and moisture, as productivity depends on this. Carefully monitor the growth of weeds, removing them in time, water and loosen the earth, and then you will enjoy the fruits of your labor.