Description of the Bon Appetit tomato and cultivation techniques for the variety

The Bon Appetit tomato is known as an early-ripening variety, recommended for growing indoors. Its vibrant fruits boast excellent flavor and are ideal for salads and canning.

Advantages of the variety

Reviews of Bon Appetit cluster tomatoes praise their taste and high yield. They are recommended for cultivation in greenhouses and under plastic covers.

This early-ripening indeterminate variety begins bearing fruit 90-100 days after germination. When grown hydroponically, the first harvest occurs after 55-75 days. The bushes have small green leaves, and the fruits grow in clusters.

The characteristics and description of the fruits are associated with excellent taste and dessert flavor.

Description:

• tomatoes of a round, regular shape;
• intense red color;
• their weight reaches 80-100 g;
• The yield of the variety reaches 4.5-5 kg ​​per bush.

The fruits, with their rich tomato flavor, are used in cooking for preparing salads and canning.

The crop is grown primarily in greenhouses. Warmth and light are essential for normal plant development. The tomato is resistant to fusarium and cladosporiosis.

Agricultural technology of the variety

The crop is grown from seedlings, transplanting mature seedlings to a permanent location. Seeds are sown in early March. The seeds are placed 1 cm deep in special containers with a soil mixture.

After watering with warm water using a spray bottle, cover the containers with plastic wrap to create a greenhouse effect. Remove the plastic wrap when sprouts appear.

To ensure strong seedlings develop, maintain a consistent temperature and light regime. During the growing season, supplemental lighting with a fluorescent lamp is recommended.

When two true leaves form, transplant the seedlings. The sprouts should be transferred to separate containers with well-fertilized soil. On sunny days, the seedlings can be placed outdoors to stimulate photosynthesis.

The seedlings are transplanted to their permanent location at 50-55 days of age. The soil for planting is prepared in advance, enriched with organic and mineral fertilizers.

Plant bushes 40 cm apart, maintaining a 60 cm distance between rows. The recommended planting rate is 3 plants per square meter. This spacing is important for proper development and access to sunlight.

A few days after planting, the plants are tied to a support. The plant is vigorous, so to increase yield, it is recommended to form a single stem, removing excess shoots. Pinching the top at the growth point is an important measure to increase the yield of the plant.

Caring for the crop involves high-quality watering, timely application of mineral fertilizers, and creating a microclimate for plant development.

To maintain moisture balance and ensure adequate airflow to the root system, periodic soil loosening is performed. It is recommended to water the plant at the roots using warm water.

Biological pest control involves timely treatment of plants with pesticides. To minimize weed control, mulch the soil with black non-woven fiber.

Using last year's grass, straw, and leaves as mulch enriches the soil with organic components essential for tomato development. Adherence to proper agricultural practices positively impacts the taste of tomatoes.