Characteristics and description of the Success tomato, growing the variety from seeds

Uspekh is a tomato that is popular with gardeners and homesteaders. The variety was developed by the large Russian agricultural firm Sedek. The fruits have proven themselves to be very popular and have immediately found wide use among vegetable growers.

What is the Success tomato?

The characteristics and description of the variety are as follows:

1. Tomato Success is a determinate, standard, early-ripening plant intended for cultivation in open ground and under film cover.
2. The bushes reach a height of 50 cm.
3. The fruit is elongated, plum-shaped, and shiny and smooth.
4. The color of ripe fruits is bright red, weight 60-70 g.
5. The tomatoes taste sweet with a slight sourness.
6. Inside the fruits are fleshy, with a high dry matter content.
7. Thanks to their dense pulp and elastic skin, tomatoes do not crack and retain their marketable appearance.
8. Success tomatoes are ideal for pickling, stuffing and eating fresh.

How to grow tomatoes?

The best time for sowing is late March to early April. The planting soil should contain peat, sand, and wood ash. Coconut fiber or sawdust are sometimes added. You can also purchase a ready-made substrate for sowing tomato seeds.

The soil is poured into a shallow container, into which furrows 1-1.5 cm deep are dug. The seeds are placed and covered with a thin layer of soil. The soil is moistened with water and covered with plastic wrap. At this stage, it is important to provide the future plants with warmth, which should be at least 24...25ºC.

When the first shoots begin to emerge, the plastic covering is removed and the seedlings are moved to a bright location. This is the period when the seedlings require plenty of light, infrequent watering to maintain soil moisture, and root fertilization, which is done every two weeks.

After 2 or 3 leaves appear, transplant them into separate containers. This will help the seedlings develop better, becoming stronger and more resilient to environmental conditions.

Before planting in a permanent location, harden off the seedlings, allowing them to gradually acclimate to outdoor conditions. Seedlings prepared for transplantation must have a well-developed root system, as the future fate of the harvest depends on it.

Plant 5 bushes per 1 m², keeping a distance of at least 40 cm between the holes. The plant needs about a week to adapt. In cool weather, the bushes should be covered with plastic at night to help them cope with the stress.

The cultivation guidelines for this variety are no different from the traditional method for growing this crop. To obtain a bountiful harvest and delicious fruit, follow these guidelines:

• loosen the soil in a timely manner;
• carry out weeding and hilling;
• water as needed;
• Feed the roots according to the development phase.

Tomatoes are planted in a well-lit area in fertile soil. Soil quality influences the fruit's development.

Success tomatoes don't require pinching, which greatly simplifies gardening because they are standard and grow compactly. They also don't require shaping. It's advisable to tie the plants to supports to facilitate watering and create more comfortable growing conditions.

When it comes to fertilizing, the key is to avoid overdoing it. Tomatoes alternate between root and foliar growth. During the period of active root branching, use fertilizers high in phosphorus and potassium. During the period of active fruiting, it's best to avoid using nitrogen, as it stimulates foliar growth, which interferes with fruit development.

Reviews of this variety are very positive. People often mention the fruits' suitability for pickling. The tomatoes, when placed in a jar after pickling, do not crack and look very beautiful and appetizing. Gardeners especially appreciate the variety's ease of maintenance. In northern regions, it has been grown in greenhouses, yielding a good harvest.