Description of the Aleshka tomato, cultivation and planting rules for the hybrid variety

Many gardeners are interested in how to grow the Aleshka F1 tomato, which has received very positive reviews from gardeners. This hybrid variety is an early-ripening tomato. It takes about 95 days from planting to ripen. The plant is determinate, reaching a height of 120 cm. The bushes are not low, so they must be tied.

Characteristics of the variety

Aleshka can't be called an easy-to-care-for variety. It requires careful care. It doesn't like heavy soil.

Description of fruits:

1. Ripe fruits are round and bright red in color.
2. The weight of 1 tomato ranges from 250 g.
3. The yield per 1 m² is 14 kg, provided that the tomatoes were planted in a greenhouse.
4. To ensure that tomatoes produce a successful harvest, you need to monitor the air temperature, water them properly, harden them off, tie them up, and feed them on time.

Growing Aleshka in loamy soil will increase the yield several times over. Soil composed of peat, sand, and ash (chalk can be substituted for the ash) is also suitable. To nourish the soil, add mineral fertilizers rich in nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, and micronutrients.

The Aleshka F1 tomato is a heat-loving plant, so it's recommended to start sowing seeds in late April or early May. By the time it's time to transplant the seedlings into the ground, the soil will already be warm.

How to grow tomatoes?

Let's look at how to plant seeds for seedlings. Tweezers can be used for ease of use. Place the seeds individually on the soil surface, then cover with soil to a depth of 1 cm. For watering, spray with water, then cover the container with plastic wrap or glass. Place the seedlings in a warm place. The room can be dark, but the key is to provide warmth until the first shoots appear.

When the seedlings emerge from the soil, the plastic covering is removed and the container is moved to a bright location (such as a windowsill). From this point on, the seedlings must receive sufficient sunlight, as insufficient light will cause more leaves to form than buds, resulting in reduced yields. Therefore, for this tomato variety, the container should be additionally illuminated with a special grow light.

Pricking out is done after 2-3 leaves appear. Small plastic containers are used for this purpose, as they make it easier to remove the seedlings for transplanting into the ground.

The mature plant is planted in prepared soil. It is enriched with fertilizer, sand, and manure. Tomatoes are planted 60 cm apart to allow the bushes to develop freely.

Tomatoes are trained into 1-2 stems. To prevent the plants from becoming diseased and the fruit from losing their flavor, it's important to care for them properly. Mulching and loosening the top layer of soil should not be neglected.

If you're familiar with the Matryoshka variety, you'll be able to taste the difference. These tomatoes aren't as fussy as the Matryoshka, but timely and proper watering, as well as regular fertilizing, are essential for proper growth.

Aleshka's enemy is the Colorado potato beetle. If you notice the insect, you need to take immediate action and rid the plant of the larvae, which can destroy the tomatoes. Wood ash, sprinkled over the entire plant, helps repel pests.

Reviews from gardeners

The Aleshka variety is suitable for gardeners who enjoy spending a lot of time growing large tomatoes.

There are many reviews of this hybrid variety, and they are all contradictory. The tomatoes were mostly grown in greenhouses. Let's look at some of the reviews.

Alexandra, Omsk:

"I grew Aleshka tomatoes for the first time and was pleasantly surprised. The harvest was a great success. The tomatoes have an excellent, sweet flavor. I'm very pleased and will be planting them again next season."

Vladimir, Ryazan region:

"I bought Aleshka F1 seeds and, frankly, I regret it. I seemed to have done everything correctly, but the harvest was disappointing. I also didn't like how tall and spreading the plants were. I grew them in a greenhouse."

Tatyana, Pushkino:

"I love large tomato varieties, so I decided to plant the Aleshka variety. I haven't regretted it at all, as they've been producing tomatoes all season. The yield was impressive. The tomatoes have a classic tomato flavor. They haven't had any diseases all season. I'm very happy."

Pavel, Magnitogorsk:

"I've been growing this variety for three years now. It produces good yields, with large, juicy fruits. The taste is a bit bland. I grew it in a greenhouse."