Description of the Energo f1 tomato and the specifics of growing the hybrid in greenhouses

Tomato Energo f1 is a hybrid variety that is ideal for greenhouses in the northern regions of the country.

What is the Energy f1 tomato?

Characteristics and description of the variety:

• semi-determinate - a variety or hybrid whose growth is limited;
• Energo f1 is an early ripening tomato variety;
• Energo f1 tomatoes are considered tall tomatoes: the height of the bush can reach 2 m;
• the hybrid is distinguished by a small number of leaves and low branching;
• The leaves are corrugated, rich dark green.

Advantages of the variety:

• good transportability, meaning the fruits can be transported over long distances without any loss of part of the harvest;
• rapid growth and fruiting;
• A very flexible variety: it takes root easily, is not capricious, and produces a rich harvest.

Disadvantages of the variety:

• the need to tie up;
• Once every 2 weeks it is necessary to trim off the side shoots and tops.

Energo f1 tomatoes are early-ripening hybrids. They ripen no earlier than 100 days after planting, but yields are high. The fruits are smooth and round. They are medium-sized, weighing approximately 100 g each. The flavor is pleasant, slightly sweet.

Tomatoes are perfect for salads, as well as various preserves and pickles. They also make delicious sauces and side dishes for meat (and other dishes).

Energo f1 tomatoes are resistant to most diseases, such as blossom-end rot and fusarium, but are vulnerable to macrosporiosis, which appears on plants as spots of an uncharacteristic color.

How are tomatoes grown?

Let's look at how to grow tomatoes. It takes at least two months from seed germination to mature growth, so seedlings should be planted in late February or early March.

To protect plants from infection during the seedling stage, it is recommended to disinfect the containers. Disinfection is usually done with potassium permanganate; if potassium permanganate is unavailable, hydrogen peroxide can be used.

When the first true leaves appear, transplant the plants into individual containers. If the bush has grown to maturity but is not yet ready for planting, it can be tied to a support.

In late April or early May, tomato plants are planted in a greenhouse. The plants should be spaced 1 meter apart, otherwise they will grow weak and be difficult to support. When planting in the ground, trim off the first lower leaves and tie up the branches immediately. Plant the tomatoes in a pre-dug hole, thoroughly watered—this will ensure they take root better.

This variety is quite easy to grow. If the climate permits, it can be grown outdoors outside a greenhouse. However, the plant's height (it reaches 2 m) should be taken into account, so it's important to ensure the bush can be supported. In July and August, during the fruiting period, dew begins to fall, which is harmful to the fruit (they turn black), so the bush will need to be protected.

Fertilizing is essential for all plant species. Tomatoes require nitrogen fertilizers. You can sprinkle specialized phosphorus and calcium fertilizers on them, or use natural mixtures: eggshells, which contain calcium, and fish bones (phosphorus). Fertilizing with complex fertilizers should be done during the first fruit set and when the fruit begins to ripen.

Abundant watering is necessary if the summer is dry and hot.

To ensure a good harvest, the bush needs to be regularly pruned, trimming side shoots and tops. This directly affects the size of the future harvest. The traditional method involves leaving one or two key stems from the branch and removing the rest.

Tomatoes can be picked from the vine when they're just beginning to turn red. The fruits will ripen on their own, which will also preserve the plant's vigor and extend the shelf life of the harvested tomatoes. Keep in mind that pickling requires waiting until the tomatoes are fully ripe.

The Energo f1 tomato variety has a very low risk of plant death, combined with high yields. This variety is an excellent option. Growing tomatoes for beginners, and for experienced gardeners for commercial purposes. Vegetable growers' reviews of this variety are positive.

Reviews

Marina, Tomsk

Last year, I tried these tomatoes for the first time at my dacha. I planted them in a greenhouse. I liked that they didn't require any special care. I didn't use any fertilizer, just sprinkled crushed shells on them. I'm happy with the harvest.

Valentin Gavrilovich, Ekaterinburg

I've been growing Sazh Energo for about three years now. I'm happy with it: minimal maintenance, and it produces plenty of tomatoes. I eat them fresh and also pickle them.