The De Barao black tomato variety was bred in Brazil many years ago, and in 1997 it was added to the State Register of the Russian Federation. But to this day, black tomatoes are perceived by many as an exotic novelty. In this article, we will talk about the pros and cons of this interesting variety, as well as about the features of its agricultural technology.
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Characteristic
Indeterminate bush, usually 2.5 to 3 m in height. Medium late variety with good immunity to most diseases. May tolerate some shading and low temperatures. In the southern regions it is suitable for open ground, for the rest it is recommended for growing in high greenhouses. For 1 sq. m are planted with 2 plants. An average of about 7 kg of tomatoes are harvested from the bush. Rounded fruits weighing from 40 to 70 g in the process of ripening acquire a brown-violet hue, have good keeping quality and transportability, as well as an excellent sweet taste. They are good both for fresh consumption and for making pasta, juice, preservation and salting.
Strengths
- Interesting appearance.
- Excellent taste.
- High productivity.
- Good immunity to tomato diseases.
- Versatility.
Weak sides
- Only tall greenhouses are suitable for growing the variety.
- With changeable weather, they may not have time to ripen.
- Need regular pinning and tying to a support.
Diseases and pests
When plants are damaged by black spot, use the drug "Fitolavin". In the event of apical rot of the fruit, a calcium nitrate solution is used and watering is reduced.
If a Colorado potato beetle starts up on tomatoes, then it is harvested by hand, and then the plantings are sprayed with Prestige. A solution of 1 tablespoon of mustard powder in 10 liters of water helps with slugs.
Sowing
Before planting seeds, it is recommended to disinfect them with a solution of copper sulfate or potassium permanganate, and then soak them in a stimulator. The soil for sowing must be moisture-absorbing, loose and nutritious. The soil is slightly moistened and seeds are embedded in it. After that, the planting containers are covered with glass, which is removed after the emergence of shoots.
Tomato seedlings need good lighting and watering 1 to 2 times a week. If you sowed tomatoes in a common container, then after the appearance of several real leaves, they will need to be planted in individual pots.
Care
Transplantation to a permanent residence takes place strictly only when warm weather sets in, the soil warms up enough. The absence of night frosts is also important. For 1 sq. m are planted in 2-3 bushes. Trellis for tying are installed nearby. The bushes are formed into 1 or 2 stems, removing extra stepchildren every week. Plantings are watered 2 times a week. For the health of the root system of plants, it is recommended to spud them once every two weeks after watering.
During the season, at least 3 dressings should be carried out, alternating organic matter and mineral fertilizers. After the fruits are poured and fully formed, you can tear off the leaves located below so that the plant does not waste energy on them.
Harvest
June is the time to start harvesting, which will last until the end of September. If autumn is too cold, unripe tomatoes can be safely removed from the bushes and sent to ripen on the windowsills.
De Barao's black tomato variety is quite picky about care and is recommended for experienced gardeners.
Do you plant De Barao black tomatoes?
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