Tomato Shiva f1: characteristics and description of the variety, the opinion of gardeners with a photo

Tomatoes occupy one of the leading places in terms of popularity among plantings in the gardens of Russian summer residents. The rich vitamin and mineral composition of the fruits of the plant made it not only tasty, but also useful. Shiva f1 tomato was sectioned to Holland. Syngenta was the originator.

General information about the plant

The originator of the variety recommends the plant for outdoor cultivation. External characteristics and technical data of the tomato:

• hybrid;
• early ripe, ready to harvest in 90-95 days;
• determinant;
• powerful stem and root system;
• bush height does not exceed 100 centimeters;
• good foliage;
• wide leaves;
• no spot on stem;
• the stalk has a joint;
• high yield, up to 446 centners of berries per hectare of land;
• high commercial qualities;
• strong immunity to nematodes, verticillium and most viruses and diseases of the nightshade family;
• percentage of dry matter does not exceed 6.4;
• percent sugar content 2.5-3;
• suitable for transportation, does not lose commercial qualities;
• stress resistant;
• high security.

The positive qualities of the plant made it in demand in Russia, Ukraine and Moldova. Description of the appearance and distinctive features of the fruit:

• rich, red when mature;
• high palatability;
• not prone to cracking and microcracks;
• round shape;
• persistent tomato smell;
• average weight 140-160 grams;
• high density;
• Slightly ribbed to ribbed;
• glossy;
• number of nests 4-6 pieces.

IMPORTANT! The percentage of marketable fruit yield does not exceed 93%.

Consumer reviews of the Shiva f1 tomato speak of the versatility of using the fruit. The berry is suitable for fresh consumption, twisting, processing into juice or puree, drying or stuffing.

Recommendations for growing tomatoes

The best planting method is the seedling method. The preparatory period begins in early spring. For sowing, separate containers and universal soil are prepared for growing the nightshade family. Seed material is immersed in moist soil to a depth of 1-2 centimeters. For better germination of plants, seedlings are covered with foil and wait until sprouts appear.

Throughout the cultivation of seedlings, it is necessary to observe the temperature regime from 21 degrees. Only a week before transplanting, the air temperature is gradually reduced to 15-16 degrees to harden the tomatoes. When the first true leaves appear, tomatoes must be swooped down. Shoots should be placed on a windowsill or balcony on the south side, they should receive the maximum amount of sunlight. The grower should regularly water the sprouts and loosen the soil.

Seedlings should be planted according to the pattern of 50 x 40 centimeters, placing no more than 9 bushes per square meter. Aftercare includes watering in the evening or morning, fertilizing, removing weeds and loosening the soil.

Opinion of gardeners

Good day! I have long respected the Netherlands for their fruitful tomato varieties. One of my favorites is the Shiva hybrid. The tomato bears fruit well in open ground conditions. Bushes can be arranged densely, up to 9 per square meter. In care, the plant is unpretentious, the harvest is always worthy. I didn’t find any minuses of tomato for myself.

Alla Kalinina, 43

Good day! In the absence of a greenhouse, I recommend trying the Shiva variety for open ground. Tomatoes are very stress-resistant, tolerate cold, do not require constant attention. The fruits are medium in size, not more than 160 grams. I use tomato for twists and fresh consumption.

Antonina Fokusova, 44

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