Description of the Pink Cheeks tomato and its cultivation

The relatively new Pink Cheeks tomato has won the acclaim of vegetable growers thanks to its flavor and versatility. It boasts disease resistance, a long shelf life, and is suitable for long-distance transportation.

Advantages of the variety

The determinate tomato variety "Rozye Cheeks," described as early ripening, begins bearing fruit 108-115 days after germination. During the growing season, the bush grows to a height of 60-80 cm.

The plant has good growth vigor and, despite being a determinate variety, takes up a lot of space. Thanks to the development of side shoots, the plant is able to regenerate after frosts, recover, and provide a high yield per bush by the end of the season.

This variety typically has a single inflorescence, although combined varieties are also common. The first flower stalk forms at the level of the 6th to 8th leaf, and subsequent inflorescences are spaced 1 to 2 leaves apart. They are arranged directly one after the other.

Pink Cheeks tomatoes are flat and round, with a deep crimson color with a pink tint. When cut horizontally, at least four seed chambers are visible. Fruits weigh 200-350 g. Pink Cheeks are characterized by high yields, reaching 5.5 kg per square meter.

The tomatoes have firm, yet juicy and fleshy flesh. The skin is medium-thick. Three to five fruits form and ripen in clusters. The variety's characteristics and description indicate that it can be grown outdoors or in plastic greenhouses.

Vegetable growers' reviews attest to the versatility of tomatoes. In cooking, the fruits are used fresh, in various canning methods, and in salads.

Agricultural technology for growing crops

Those who have planted the Pink Cheeks tomato variety claim that high yields can be achieved by following proper agricultural practices. The plant thrives in highly fertile, light soil types.

The best predecessors for the Pink Cheeks variety are cabbage, cucumbers, carrots, and onions.

It's best to grow tomatoes using seedlings. To do this, add pre-prepared soil to the container. Before sowing, treat the seeds with a potassium permanganate solution and a growth stimulant.

These measures promote uniform germination. The seeds are planted 1 cm deep and watered with warm water using a spray bottle. The container is covered with plastic film to create a greenhouse effect until the seedlings emerge.

When one or two true leaves have formed, transplant the seedlings into individual containers. Peat pots filled with growing medium are used for this purpose.

Normal seedling development requires maintaining a temperature of 22 to 25°C. Water the seedlings as the topsoil dries. It is recommended to periodically feed the seedlings with a complex fertilizer at intervals of 2-3 days.

Harden off the seedlings 7-10 days before planting them in their permanent location. To do this, place the plants outside for 30 minutes, gradually increasing the time to several hours.

It is recommended to plant seedlings in open ground after the end of the spring frost period, at the age of 55-70 days, with the first flower cluster formed.

Tomatoes are planted 30-40 cm apart, with a 70 cm distance between rows. As they grow, the bushes are trained into a single stem and tied to a vertical or horizontal trellis.

Often, to extend the fruiting period, the growing point of a variety is transferred to a lateral shoot. This can increase the height of the bush to 150 cm. This method of training is used when growing tomatoes indoors, where they are provided with sufficient heat and light.

During the growing season, plants require regular watering with warm water. Mulching is used to evenly distribute moisture and prevent the soil from drying out. Artificial and organic materials are used as mulch. This technique helps limit weed growth.

When cultivating the Pink Cheeks variety, it's important to consider the growing conditions. The planting site should be well-lit and protected from the wind. For an early harvest, seedlings are planted in early May and covered with plastic until stable temperatures are established.

The variety description states that they are resistant to nightshade diseases. Proper cultivation, timely watering, and fertilizing allow for an excellent harvest.

Opinions and recommendations of vegetable growers

Gardeners who grow the Pink Cheeks variety claim to get the most out of their tomatoes under plastic covers and in open ground in the southern regions.

Evgeniya Samoilova, 51 years old, Kemerovo.

Last season, I bought a packet of Pink Cheeks seeds from a well-known brand. I grew them using seedlings. The trained seedlings were planted in a greenhouse. During the growing season, the bushes reached 130 cm in height. I really liked the tomatoes, a beautiful pink color. They were all perfectly shaped and the same size; it was a shame to use them for canning. I saved some of the harvest for fresh consumption. I was surprised that despite three weeks of long-term storage, the fruits retained their flavor. This variety is characterized by a fairly high yield.