Tomato Black Prince: characteristics and description of the variety, yield and photo

The Black Prince tomato stands out from hundreds of other species with its characteristic color: rich burgundy, dark. Otherwise, it is a typical representative of a tomato. Below you will find a description of the variety, get acquainted with the features of planting and care, learn about productivity and much more.

Characteristic

Black Prince tomatoes were created by Chinese scientists. During development, genetic engineering products were added, however, the species does not belong to the GMO type, so even connoisseurs of proper nutrition can use it.

The characteristic of the variety is as follows:

The bushes are indeterminate, that is, they have no growth restrictions and can reach the roof of the greenhouse;
Typical tomato leaves can be seen on a strong trunk;
Inflorescences appear approximately every 8 leaves;
Brushes have an average of 4 berries;
The fruit is round, regular shape, sometimes slightly pointed towards the end. It has a fleshy texture, sweetish and exudes a pleasant aroma. The maximum weight of one tomato is 400 gr.

The Black Prince is desirable to be sold fresh, because it is not suitable for long-term storage, whimsical in transportation. Under the influence of high temperature (during cooking, stewing), it acquires a typical red color.

Not very suitable for canning, because it has a thin skin that bursts in jars.

Tomato variety Black Prince is quite resistant to diseases. It may be susceptible to late blight, but only the leaves suffer, the fruits remain intact. This is the description of the variety.

Crop quantity

Tomatoes Black Prince ripens quite an impressive number of fruits. The yield from one bush can be from 3 to 5 kg. It depends on the climatic conditions in which the plant lives: the warmer, the higher the fruitfulness.

Select seeds, prepare them for planting

When choosing material for sowing, it is advisable to give preference to seeds of domestic production, as they are better adapted to Russian weather conditions. Although foreign grains often have a more attractive appearance, they may be difficult to sell.

Be especially careful when looking at the expiration date of seeds for sowing. The old material will most likely also germinate (possibly only partially), but it will be less fruitful.

Manufacturers offer 2 types of seed:

Seeds that have undergone a disinfection procedure and are covered with all the necessary nutrients;
Ordinary seeds, which you need to prepare for sowing yourself.

Preparing material for planting is quite simple:

Cut several strips from a medical bandage, about 20 cm long. Gauze is also suitable, in this case the width should be 10-15 cm;
At the bottom of a flat plate with rounded edges, place 1 sheet of fabric, then lay out part of the seeds. We alternate the bandage and seed, as if making a sandwich. Try to distribute the seeds evenly, in one line, so that they do not fall on each other;
We breed potassium permanganate until a dull pink, light color is formed. Pour the liquid into the dishes so that all the kernels are drowned. After 20 minutes, remove the potassium permanganate and rinse the seeds with clean cool water right in the bandages;
Next, fill the sandwich with a pre-purchased growth stimulator (optional), keep the composition according to the instructions.

It is also recommended to harden the kernels in the refrigerator at a temperature not exceeding +5 degrees.

Preparing the soil

Tomatoes of this variety prefer light earth with low acidity. If in the previous season tomatoes, peppers or eggplants were already sitting on the beds, then fertilize the soil well with limestone.

Be sure to mix the earth with fertilizers: wood ash, humus, superphosphate. Before joining, it is desirable to disinfect the composition by calcining it in an oven or freezing it.

Description of the disembarkation process

Those who previously planted tomatoes should have no problems growing Black Prince tomatoes.

It is necessary to plan the planting of seedlings in advance. She reaches readiness in about 50 -70 days, her height should be a maximum of 35 cm. If you overexpose the bush in a container and let it grow large, it may not take root.

Plant plants depending on weather conditions. As a rule, this is the middle of June.

This variety feels equally comfortable both in greenhouse conditions and in open beds. If you decide to place the sprouts outside, do not forget that abundant sunlight can dry out the leaves. To avoid this problem, you should carefully monitor the intensity of watering.

The seedling must be buried in the ground a few centimeters, approximately to the lower leaves. In this case, the trunk should be slightly inclined towards the south.

After the plant is successfully moved into the ground, it must be thoroughly watered. It is advisable to use water with the addition of special bait, which includes ash. Pour a small amount of sawdust or dry leaves (mulch) at the roots. Roots are on average up to 50 cm long, so a distance of 70 cm should be maintained between seedlings.

If you plan to grow tomatoes of several varieties in the same greenhouse or on neighboring beds, then it is worth considering the fact that the Black Prince is actively pollinated with other plants. It is necessary to plant it at a small distance from other bushes in order to preserve the taste and aroma of the fruit.

The subtleties of caring for the Black Prince's bushes

The plant produces quite large and, consequently, heavy berries. This leads to the fact that the trunk and branches bend to the bottom or even break. Proximity to the soil is also not good for the tomatoes themselves: there is a great chance to pick up pests. To avoid problems, the plant must be tied up.

The Black Prince loves moisture, so it needs to be watered often at the very root, or using a drip irrigation system.

Reviews say that the fruits of the Black Prince are much meatier if the soil is loosened more often. It is required to fertilize the bushes every 10-15 days with a special composition, which can be purchased in stores for summer residents.

When growing tomatoes, do not forget to protect the bush from various fungal infections, feed with additives for the intensity of development. At the same time, do not spray the leaves too often, because they are able to independently produce a natural protective poison.

The first fruits, with proper care of the plants, appear a couple of months after planting. Thanks to their rich dark color, they will become a real highlight of the garden, will cause envy and delight among guests.