Description of the tomato variety VP 1 f1, recommendations for growing and care
Tomatoes are plants of the nightshade family that are in demand due to their beneficial and taste qualities. In most vegetable gardens of Russian gardeners, several beds with tomatoes appear annually. Every year the list of varieties is replenished with more resistant and productive species. Tomato VP1 f1 from the French originator Vilmorin has become demanded outside the homeland. The high yield and taste of the berry ensured its spread beyond the borders of its native land.
General information about tomato
Tomatoes of the VP 1 f1 variety were registered in Russia in 2010. The plant has passed the yield test when cultivated in open and closed ground and in compliance with technology. Both cultivation methods have shown good results, provided that the recommendations for agricultural technology and suitable climatic conditions are followed. Characteristics and external features of the plant:
- Early, berries are ready to harvest in 85–90 days.
- Indeterminate.
- Hybrid.
- Semi-open type.
- Tall, indoors up to 1.5 meters.
- The foliage is medium in size.
- Powerful root system.
- Compact.
- Large-fruited.
- Short internodes.
- Good tolerance to stressful conditions.
- Excellent transportability.
- Storage duration up to 20 days.
- Stable immunity to a number of diseases and viruses: Mosaics, Fusarium, Cladosporium.
- High yield, up to 130 tons per hectare of sowing.
- Excellent fruit set even under unfavorable conditions.
- Not suitable for mechanical assembly.
Tomato VP1 has taken root in temperate regions due to its resistance to temperature extremes and cold resistance. The yield of the variety is not reduced by the short-term, cool summer season. Technical data and external features of the fruit:
- Flat-round shape.
- Thick, thin skin.
- Ripe pink.
- There is no green spot on the stalk.
- Aligned.
- Large, weight up to 280 grams.
- Resistant to cracking and microcracking.
- The number of cameras is over six.
- Fleshy but not watery.
- Sweet taste.
- There is no sour aftertaste.
- Persistent tomato aroma.
- Resistant to physiological problems.
- Medium density.
Ripe berries are suitable for processing. From the fruits, tomato paste, juice, sauces are obtained. The variety is suitable for pickling and preparing blanks for the winter. Fresh tomato is used as an ingredient for salads and stuffing.
Growing recommendations
One of the most effective growing methods is seedling. To grow strong seedlings using this method, you should:
- Place the seed to a depth of 1.5–2 centimeters.
- Pre-moisten the soil for planting.
- Provide room temperature from 21 degrees.
- Illumination of sprouts for 16 hours or more.
- Watering with warm water as needed.
IMPORTANT! Carrying out hardening of tomato seedlings a week before the day of planting in the ground.
When planting, the originator recommends placing no more than three bushes per square meter. Further recommendations for care are timely watering, feeding, loosening the soil and removing weeds. It is recommended to tie the variety to a trellis and install a support.
Gardeners' opinion
Good day! For lovers of large-fruited tomatoes, I recommend the VP1 f1 tomato. The plant is not capricious, shows good yield when cultivated in central Russia. I advise!
Anna Katya, 34 years old
Good day! I discovered a tomato for myself this summer - a hybrid VP1 f1. I was pleasantly surprised by the cold resistance of the variety. The plant responds well to feeding and requires tying. The taste of the fruit is excellent. I did not find any minuses for myself.
Svetlana Prudence, 30 years old
