Types of indoor tomatoes.
Selection of tomatoes does not stand still, so it became possible to grow indoor tomatoes in a pot. Here is a list of some of the varieties: Mikron NK yellow and Mikron NK, Japanese dwarf, Wagner Mirabel yellow and pink, Linda, Manicure, Gnome, Garten Freud, Balcony miracle, Mascot, Room miracle, Flame of the Arctic, Phytophthora, Green petal, Bonsai, , Florida Petite, Peruvian, Craiova, Ruby, Pink Pearl, George Bush, Room charm, Cherry. An ample grade called Tumbler is also displayed.
Features of cultivation of indoor tomatoes.
Location. Tomato refers to light and heat-loving plants, it normally transfers direct rays of the sun. In connection with this, it is recommended to grow tomatoes on the windows facing the south side. If the plant lacks sunlight, then artificial light should be created for it with the help of fluorescent lights. In case you are going to cultivate tomatoes in the apartment, choose the dwarf varieties. On the balcony you can achieve good results in growing tall or large-bred varieties.
Landing. It is recommended to sow the seeds of tomatoes in a transparent plastic container, for example plastic cups. They are convenient because it is easy to control the watering of seeds through their walls, and there is no need to make drainage holes at the bottom.
The planting procedure includes the following steps: soil preparation, when the filled glasses are poured with boiling water for disinfection; sowing seeds; creation of favorable conditions for their germination. After the earth has cooled down, make small indentations in the ground, for example with a pencil, and place the seeds there. 2-3 seeds are sown in one glass, and if the seed is already germinated, only one seed is enough. Then the cup is covered with a film that will prevent the rapid evaporation of moisture and placed in a warm place where the temperature is about 25 ° C.
On the window sill the glasses are transferred in 3-4 days, when the first sprouts appear, They normally can grow under artificial illumination. It is recommended to water them only when the top layer of the earth forms a dried up crust. If you neglect this rule, sprouts may develop a fungal disease.
In the future, the seedlings are gently poured with warm water using a rubber pear. If you properly care for the seedlings, it will get stronger in a month, and you can transplant it into large containers.
Pasynkovanie and formation of the bush. Since the transplantation of tomato, plant care includes two more procedures - pasynkovanie and formation of the bush. Pasynkovanie means the regular removal of shoots growing from the sinuses of leaves, the so-called stepchildren. If this is neglected, then the plant will spend most of the nutrients on the growth of these stepsons, and the fruiting will be scarce. It is recommended not to cut off stepsons with a knife, but to break them, in this case the probability of infection of tomato is reduced.
When forming a bush, you should leave only one stepson (the remaining ones are broken off), located under the first branch of the inflorescence. In addition, you must constantly remove yellowed and diseased leaves, water the tomatoes with warm water 2 times a week. Watering should be done carefully, without eroding the soil. Feed the tomatoes 3 times a month, using mineral or organic fertilizers.
Temperature regime. It should be regularly ventilated room - tomato is not afraid of drafts. Ventilate after 2-3 hours after watering. A favorable temperature for the growth and development of a tomato is the daytime temperature of 28 ° C, night - 15 ° C.
Tomatoes do not require special pollination, however it is recommended to still shake the stems and flowers approximately 2-3 times a week. After the formation of most fruits, the top of the plant should be removed so that it does not interfere with their growth.
Difficulties of cultivation. If the leaves of the plant are stretched upward, and the flowers and fruits are showered, then you neglected the rules for caring for the tomato: the irrigation was irregular, the premises were not ventilated, the temperature was much higher than the permissible, etc. In this case, it is recommended to observe the temperature regime, watering and feeding regime, etc.
The main problem with tomato growing in rooms is fungal infection. They are actively developing in conditions of high humidity and dampness. Measures to combat this disease of tomatoes is the constant airing of the room and good lighting with bright sunlight. Already a traditional "cure" for fungi was the so-called Bordeaux mixture. It is prepared at the rate of 10 grams of copper sulfate for 0.9 liters of water, the solution should be prepared in a glass container. Separately, dilute 20 grams of hydrated lime in 100 grams of water. This, so-called, milk of lime, stirring, pour into a previously prepared solution of copper sulfate in a small trickle. It is desirable to use the mixture for a day.