Tomato Viagra: characteristics and description of the variety, yield and photo

Mid-ripening tomato Viagra was bred in 2008 in Russia. It is a tall variety grown in greenhouses. On the open ground, the tomato grows and bears fruit only in the southern regions. Since it does not tolerate large temperature changes.

The tomato got its name because of the presence of an aphrodisiac in the composition. The creators of the variety claim that it is able to prolong youth. Thanks to leukopine, which is found in tomatoes, and has a rejuvenating effect.

Features of this type of tomato

Characteristics and description of the tomato variety shows that it is not whimsical.

Plant:

• Tomato height up to 2 m, if growth points are not removed.
• Tomato rhizome grows 50 cm wide without deepening.
• The leaves of the plant are no different from ordinary tomatoes.
• The inflorescence is simple. The first grows over 10 leaves, each subsequent through 2 sheets. From one such inflorescence grows up to 8 fruits.

It is recommended to leave 8 brushes and remove the growing point. This will give more energy to the growth and ripening of the remaining tomatoes. Stepchildren should be every 2 weeks.

Fruit Description:

1. Shape: round, flattened top and bottom.
2. Size: 5 to 7 cm.
3. Weight: 90 to 110 gr.
4. The skin is thin, smooth, dense.
5. Color:
   1. unripe tomato light green;
   2. ripe tomato from red-brown to brown;
6. Pulp is dark red, juicy, fleshy.
7. Seeds are located inside in 4 chambers, in large quantities.
8. Shelf life is long.
9. Fruits tolerate transportation well.

The content in a mature tomato of a substance that gives it a dark color, helps to remove cancer cells and prevents the development of other equally serious diseases.

Tomato crops

The yield of tomatoes directly depends on the correct care and timely picking and pinching. On average, with 1 m² you can get 10 kg, in some cases up to 7 kg from one bush.According to numerous positive reviews, gardeners are satisfied with the yields of the plant.

Must be tied to supports or trellis. This will help the plant support the weight of ripe tomatoes without damage.

Good and bad sides

The following points can be called the advantages of this type:

1. High yield percentage.
2. Good transportability.
3. The ripening period is about 120 days from the moment the sprout appears.
4. Tastes great.
5. Resistant to most diseases.

Like all plants, there are disadvantages:

1. Doubt is the color of the fruit. Many neglect it because of its great resemblance to a spoiled tomato.
2. Most often not suitable for outdoor cultivation.
3. The skin of the fruit is thick.
4. Ripe tomatoes crack.

How to grow it properly

Sowing tomatoes begins in late March or early April. The soil is preheated and disinfected. The seeds themselves are treated with special preparations for disinfection. Dive is carried out after the full formation of 2 sheets. Water as needed.

Before planting tomatoes in a greenhouse, it is necessary to harden the plant. Begin this process 2-3 weeks before planting in a greenhouse. By the end of spring, they are planted in a greenhouse at a distance of 50-60 cm. That is, the planting rate is two plants per 1 m2^2.

Diseases

Viagra tomatoes are resistant to many diseases. Processing is carried out at the very beginning, introducing drugs into the soil, or processing seeds.

It is best to treat before the disease begins to develop. In case of damage to the bush by late blight, they are treated with copper sulphate.

Tomatoes are practically not damaged by diseases such as leaf mold (cladosporiosis), tobacco mosaic.

Application and suitability of the species

Most used for fresh cooking in salads, or to decorate a festive table. They are not suitable for conservation, this conclusion is made on the basis of the available feedback from those who planted them on their site. The hard shell retains its external integrity, but inside everything turns into a mess. Many housewives use it to make sauces and adjikas.

The opinion of the people who grew the tomato "Viagra" on the site

Tomatoes have been grown in dachas for a very long time, with the advent of new varieties, many lovers are eager to buy and try them. Mostly the reviews are positive. But there are also dissatisfied customers. It all depends on the preferences and expectations of everyone who has tried to plant them on their site.

Reviews:

• Natalia. Her opinion is that the tomato is suitable for canning, but the taste is no different from other varieties. Planting next year will be solely because of the high yield. The taste is mediocre.
• Roman. Didn't like the tomatoes. He says that the fruits grow together and have the usual taste.
• Summer (as the author of the review signed). Recommends planting tomatoes, but be sure to form into one trunk. She says that she planted them in a greenhouse and open ground. There is no difference whatsoever. I liked the taste of a ripe tomato very much, but I don’t like too thick skin.
• Oksana. Delighted with everything, love the taste of tomatoes, abundant harvests and will definitely grow them in the future.
• Olesya. I liked the fact that the tomatoes ripened by the end of July. In general, only positive impressions.
• Svetlana writes: “We grow in a greenhouse, the fruits are fragrant and tasty. There are a lot of ovaries, the yield is high”
• Olga. Dissatisfied with the fact that the fruits are small, the skin is rough and there are many seeds.

The breeding of new varieties of tomato gives many gardeners the opportunity to diversify their growing assortment. And a large selection of various types will not leave anyone aside, given the taste preferences. Having a dark-colored tomato on the site can surprise and please all your friends and relatives.

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