General description of the Flame tomato, growing seedlings and yield

The Flame tomato is a striking example of the red tomato variety. This hybrid received its unique name due to its bright, rich color.

Nightshade lovers try to grow a variety of tomato varieties in their gardens. Each has its own distinct flavor characteristics and growing nuances.

The Flame variety produces a high yield. It's easy to care for and resistant to many diseases. This tomato variety has good characteristics, but before you begin growing it, it's worth thoroughly familiarizing yourself with all the rules and specifics of growing the Flame tomato.

General description

The plant is a determinate variety. Mature bushes rarely grow more than 0.5–0.6 m. Low-growing bushes have a strong, robust trunk, and stems are sturdy and densely filled with foliage. The leaves are regular in shape and dark green. This neat, miniature bush does not require pinching.

The Flame variety is highly tolerant of temperature fluctuations and low light. However, experienced gardeners note that choosing a planting location for tomatoes requires careful consideration. A semi-shaded, draft-free spot is preferable.

The Flame variety is suitable for growing both in greenhouses and open ground. The soil should be nutritious and well-moistened. Excellent precursors for this plant include cucumbers, onions, legumes, and root vegetables.

The Flame tomato has a single inflorescence, which forms immediately above the 8th or 9th leaf. Subsequent inflorescences are formed 1 or 2 leaves apart. Each inflorescence contains 4 to 5 flowers. The fruits ripen early and evenly, making the Flame Agro tomato resistant to late blight.

Description of fruits:

• This variety of tomato has a round shape.
• It is small in size, weighing from 60 to 80 g.
• Its skin is smooth and shiny, with slight ribbing on the surface.
• The strong skin protects the fruit from cracking and allows it to retain its juiciness for a long time, but at the same time it is very easy to remove from the tomato.
• The variety has a high yield; up to 5 kg can be harvested from 1 m².

Tomatoes have a long shelf life, averaging 3-4 weeks. The key is to create the right conditions for storage. The storage room should be free of drafts and excess moisture, and the optimal temperature should not exceed 19°C. Tomatoes also withstand long-distance transportation well.

The taste is juicy and aromatic, with a slightly spicy flavor. The fruits are ideal for early salads, whole-fruit canning, and fresh juices.

Growing seedlings

Sowing of seeds is carried out 50-55 days before planting seedlings in open ground.

Numerous reviews of this variety indicate that the seeds have excellent germination rates and there are no problems with growing seedlings.

Seeds can be prepared for sowing as follows:

1. Soak the planting material in a weak solution of potassium permanganate for 30 minutes. This will further improve the plant's resistance to pests and fungi.
2. You can stimulate seed growth using a growth stabilizer. Soak the seeds in the solution for about 20-30 minutes, then dry thoroughly.

The seedlings are planted in boxes with special soil. You can prepare this yourself. To do this, use equal parts regular soil, peat, and coarse river sand. Next, moisten the soil and place each seed into it to a depth of 1 cm.

The container is then covered with plastic and placed in a well-lit area. Typically, these are windowsills or heated loggias. This indoor greenhouse requires daily ventilation; for this, the film should be lifted in the morning and closed in the afternoon. The seedlings can be watered with a spray bottle. This will gently moisten the soil without damaging the shoots.

As soon as the plant develops two strong leaves, you can begin transplanting. Peat pots are ideal for this purpose. When planting seedlings in the garden, you can push them into the soil along with the plant. This will increase the chances that the Fire tomato seedlings will quickly establish themselves and adapt to their new location.

Planting in beds

In the second half of May, you can begin planting seedlings in open ground or a greenhouse. It's important that the soil has warmed up and the weather has settled in by this time. The soil for planting should be thoroughly tilled and fertilized with humus.

Plant no more than 8 plants per square meter. Mulch the holes immediately with regular sawdust. Caring for the plant is straightforward. The Flame tomato requires regular watering, mineral fertilizer, and weeding.

The variety has received only positive reviews; the tomato has excellent taste, and even a beginner can grow and care for it, as the plant is unpretentious and hardy.