Description of the Perun tomato and cultivation techniques for the variety

The Perun tomato is a first-generation hybrid. Its excellent flavor, early harvest, and long-distance transport make it popular among vegetable growers.

Advantages of the variety

The Perun f1 tomato is designed for cultivation in open ground, greenhouses, and under plastic film. The characteristics of this modern first-generation hybrid allow for full greenhouse utilization for high yields.

Description of the plant:

• An early indeterminate hybrid that begins to bear fruit 90–95 days after emergence.
• During the growing season, a bush with an average amount of foliage and a height of 170–180 cm is formed.
• The first brush is laid at the level of the 6th leaf.

A total of 10-11 clusters form on the bush, spaced three times between leaves. These clusters produce 6-8 fruits, each weighing 250-300 g.

Perun tomatoes are distinguished by their intense red color. They are round, firm, and offer excellent flavor, attractive presentation, and are suitable for long-distance transportation.

The hybrid yield reaches 20 kg per square meter. The Perun tomato's name is based on the excellent taste of its fruits. This variety is recommended for early production in greenhouses.

Cultivation techniques for hybrids

Sow seeds for seedlings 50-60 days before planting in open ground or a greenhouse. To ensure uniform germination, treat the seeds with an aloe vera solution for 12-24 hours. Tomatoes grown from such seeds are characterized by high yields, improved disease resistance, and superior fruit quality.

The soil under the seeds should be disinfected by baking it in the oven for 10-15 minutes at 180°C. The soil can also be treated with a strong aqueous solution of potassium permanganate.

Plant the seeds 10-12 days after the soil has been moistened. During this time, the bacteria necessary for normal plant development will begin to multiply in the prepared soil. The prepared soil is filled into trays or peat pots, with furrows 1 cm deep and spaced 3-4 cm apart.

Seeds are placed in the containers, spaced 1–2 cm apart, and covered with soil. The container is covered with plastic wrap to ensure a constant microclimate for the sprouts. The maximum temperature required for seed germination is 23–25°C.

Monitor the soil moisture daily. If the soil dries out, spray generously, and if it's too wet, open the film to allow it to dry.

The first plants emerge from seeds in 3-4 days. Proper lighting conditions ensure the growth of high-quality seedlings. Fluorescent lamps are used whenever possible to extend daylight hours.

Although hybrid tomatoes adapt well to new conditions, transplanting seedlings should be done carefully, with a lump of soil still attached to the roots. When planting in the ground, space 3-4 plants per square meter.

During the growing season, the hybrid requires feeding with mineral fertilizers and regular watering.

To suppress weed growth, retain soil moisture and protect Tomatoes are mulched to protect them from the heat soil using grass or non-woven black fiber.