Description of the ultra-early hybrid tomato Ksenia and growing tips

The Ksenia F1 tomato is an ultra-early hybrid. The first tomatoes are harvested three months after planting. This variety was developed by domestic breeders specifically for our climate. Despite being a hybrid, it lacks the artificial flavor typical of its imported counterparts.

What is the Ksenia tomato?

Characteristics and description of the variety:

1. Tomato Ksenia is a determinate plant that reaches a height of 90 cm.
2. The bushes have medium foliage, however the plant still requires garter.
3. The fruits are round, red, with dense skin.
4. Up to 8-9 kg of harvest can be produced per square meter (in two harvests). Tomatoes can be planted both in open ground and under plastic cover.

How to grow tomatoes?

Seed planting begins two months before transplanting the seedlings to their permanent location. The optimal time to begin seed germination is early April.

To promote rapid germination, seeds can be treated with a solution of a special growth stimulant. It's best to spread the seeds on a soft cloth moistened with water. To prevent them from drying out, place them in a plastic bag.

Once the seeds sprout, plant them in soil to a depth of no more than 2 cm. Cover with a thin layer of soil and mist with water. After creating greenhouse conditions (plastic cover and a temperature of 25°C), wait for germination.

The next step is transplanting the plants. As soon as the first leaves appear, the seedlings are transplanted into individual pots and placed on a windowsill or bright balcony. Seedlings need plenty of light to grow properly. Water as the soil dries. Tomatoes love nettles, so to nourish their roots, you can water them with a three-day-old decoction of this herb once a week.

10-14 days before planting, seedlings need to be hardened off. To do this, thoroughly ventilate the room containing the pots for the first two days. Then, take them outside for 10-15 minutes. Increase the time interval each day, and on the final day, leave them outside overnight.

Two tomato bushes are planted per square meter. They must be tied to a support to help the clusters support the weight of the tomatoes. They are usually trained into two stems and side shoots are removed. Before planting, the soil is loosened and fertilized with mineral fertilizer. This procedure is repeated after two weeks. Tomatoes need to be watered moderately, as frequent watering will cause the root system to rot.

Weeding and loosening the soil around the root system are important procedures. This is done to maintain soil moisture. Weeds must be removed, as they feed on fertilizers in the soil, leaving no nutrients for the tomatoes.

The best time for planting tomatoes outdoors is early June. At this time, the air and soil warm up sufficiently, creating additional comfortable conditions for tomato growth.
The Ksyusha hybrid is often grown commercially because its tomatoes ripen quickly, have good taste, have a long shelf life, and can withstand long transportation.

Gardeners' reviews of this tomato variety are positive. They note the high yield and excellent taste of the tomatoes, as well as their disease resistance. When planting tomatoes, the conditions, soil quality, type of fertilizer, and plant care are all important. This is why the same variety produces different results for different gardeners. If you're a beginner gardener, carefully study the characteristics of this crop before growing it and heed the advice of experienced agronomists. This will help you avoid some planting mistakes.