Description of the hybrid tomato Nadezhda F1: reviews and recommendations

The Nadezhda F1 hybrid tomato consistently receives positive reviews. This variety was developed by breeders in Russia and is intended for cultivation in temperate and northern regions. Nadezhda F1 tomatoes are grown in plastic greenhouses and in open ground. This plant attracts gardeners and summer residents with its good yield and versatile use.

General characteristics of the variety

The tomato with the romantic name Nadezhda belongs to the category of early-ripening, high-yielding hybrids. Its ripening period is 90-98 days. The cold-hardiness of the seedlings allows for the first ripe tomatoes to be harvested as early as the first ten days of June.

The bush grows low but spreading, reaching 50-60 cm in width and height. The stem is dense and light green. The leaves are few, small, and strong, dark green.

The fruits are perfectly spherical, slightly flattened. As they ripen, their color changes from light green to deep red. The skin is thin and firm, with a glossy finish. The average berry weight is 70-90 g, with some specimens reaching 150-200 g. The flesh is moderately firm, with a rich tomato flavor. The variety produces a fairly high yield, up to 6 kg per bush under favorable conditions.

When it comes to culinary uses, tomatoes are incredibly versatile. They can be served fresh (juiced, whole, or sliced), added to hot dishes, or preserved whole or in wedges.

The fruits withstand transportation and long-term storage well. Under the right conditions (darkness and coolness), they can retain their marketable appearance for up to three months. This quality is valued by gardeners, farmers, and retailers.

Seedlings are grown in special trays or peat pellets. The seeds require no pre-treatment, as this is provided by the manufacturer. Growing seedlings requires plenty of light and a stable temperature. The plants are transplanted into the ground, two stems at a time, when warm weather sets in. In southern regions, the seeds are planted directly into soil well-fertilized with humus.

During the fruiting season, plants should be fed monthly with complex fertilizers or diluted cow manure.

Advantages and disadvantages of tomatoes

Almost everyone who planted this variety was satisfied with it.

Farmers note the following advantages of tomatoes:

• resistance to cold, wind and changes in humidity;
• the beauty and taste of ripe fruits;
• high yield;
• good keeping quality, long shelf life;
• the compactness of the bush, which helps save space in the garden;
• strong immunity, resistance to most infectious and fungal diseases.

Growing the Nadezhda tomato also presented some challenges. The variety's main drawbacks are:

• the need to regularly remove stepchildren from a spreading bush;
• plants need regular feeding and watering;
• Tomatoes are demanding of soil acidity and nutritional value;
• The bushes need to be supported, as they may break under the weight of the fruit.

Despite some minor drawbacks, the variety is very popular, as evidenced by positive reviews.

Reviews of the Nadezhda tomato

Olga, 38 years old, Kemerovo:

"A friend showed me a photo of her garden where she grew these tomatoes. I decided to plant them at my dacha. I wasn't disappointed; I harvested my first crop at the end of May. When all the bushes were covered with fruit, I burst into song, 'Lake of Hope,' it was so beautiful. I picked at least 5 kg of juicy and delicious tomatoes from each bush. I jarred them, made juice, and stored some in the cellar. All the tomatoes lasted until New Year's and became a real centerpiece for the table. I'm very happy with my decision."

Anatoly, 61 years old, Tambov:

"I planted this variety last year. I liked that I didn't have to grow the seedlings separately or waste time transplanting them into the ground. I planted the seeds directly in the beds, and they all sprouted. After the bushes grew a little, I tied them up. The plants survived the sudden cold snap and the hot summer well. The berries are small (up to 80 g), but beautiful and juicy, with a pleasant flavor. The tomatoes are great for canning, as they fit easily into jars without bursting. I recommend them to everyone!"

Natalia, 28 years old, Ryazan:

"I'm constantly experimenting with vegetables. I decided to grow a new variety, Nadezhda. I planted half the seeds in trays and the other half directly in the ground. All the plants sprouted equally well. The harvest was also impressive, with up to 6.5 kg per plant. The tomatoes were uniform, tasty, and beautiful. We ate them fresh, squeezed their juice, and canned them. I liked that the variety is disease-resistant. Not a single plant got sick all season. And the summer was quite harsh, with sudden cold snaps and a prolonged drought. Now I plant Nadezhda every year."