Description of the VP 1 f1 tomato and the specifics of growing the hybrid

The VP 1 f1 hybrid tomato is included in the State Register of Breeding Achievements and is recommended for cultivation under any conditions, provided the proper cultivation techniques are followed. This variety was bred by French agrobiologists and is popular for its high yield and flavor.

Advantages of a hybrid

The VP1 tomato is a first-generation hybrid, recommended for cultivation in plastic greenhouses and open ground. When growing recommendations are followed and climate conditions are taken into account, both cultivation methods yield good results.

The variety is grown in temperate climates due to its adaptability to temperature fluctuations and cold resistance. The crop's productivity is not affected by the cool summer season.

This variety is characterized by high yield and early ripening. Ripe fruits can be harvested 65-68 days after planting (85-90 days after germination).

During the growing season, a compact, indeterminate bush with short internodes develops. The plant reaches a height of 150-200 cm. Leaves are medium-sized and the root system is robust. When grown outdoors, additional support or trellises are used.

Tomatoes of this variety tolerate stressful growing conditions well, maintaining fruit set. The tomatoes are flat and round, with medium-density, fleshy flesh and a smooth surface. At technical maturity, they acquire an intense pink color, without a green spot near the stem.

A horizontal section of the fruit reveals more than six chambers containing seeds. The tomato flavor is sweet, without a sour note, and has a rich aroma.

During ripening, tomatoes are resistant to cracking and do not develop microcracks. The first fruits weigh up to 400 g, while subsequent tomatoes weigh 250-280 g. The hybrid yield is 130 tons per hectare.

The harvested crop tolerates long-distance transportation well and can be stored for 20 days. The hybrid is resistant to the main diseases of nightshade crops: tobacco mosaic virus, cladosporiosis, and fusarium.

Ripe fruits are used as an ingredient in salads and stuffing; they are processed into paste, juice, and sauces. Tomatoes are suitable for canning; they retain their shape during cooking.

Agricultural technology for tomato cultivation

To ensure a high yield, it's important to grow healthy seedlings. The variety is cultivated using the most effective method, seedling propagation. This method involves several stages of cultivation.

Place the seeds in a container with prepared soil or substrate to a depth of 1.5 cm. Before planting, moisten the soil with warm water. To ensure uniform sprouting, it's important to maintain an optimal air temperature above 21°C.

For normal seedling development, provide 16 hours of light per day. Water the plants as the surface soil dries. It is recommended to water in the afternoon.

Growing seedlings requires fertilizing with complex fertilizers containing potassium, nitrogen, and phosphorus. Before planting, harden the seedlings for one week.

The cultivar's originator recommends planting 2.5-2.8 plants per square meter. Further care includes timely watering. When cultivating on an industrial scale indoors, drip irrigation is used.

In order to evenly distribute moisture and prevent weed growth, mulching is carried out using fiber and organic materials.

The crop requires complex fertilizers at all stages of development.

To create a moisture balance and ensure air access, the soil is loosened and the bushes are hilled.

Opinions and recommendations of vegetable growers

Gardeners cultivating the VP1 hybrid confirm the variety's high yield, low maintenance requirements, and suitability for growing in temperate climates. They note that the plant responds well to fertilizing and tolerates low temperatures.

Tomato lovers value this variety for its excellent taste, its ability to be processed, and its fresh consumption. Pink tomatoes are ideal for dietary use.