Adeline tomato is a well-known mid-season undersized variety. Sometimes you can hear another name for it, which gardeners use in communication with each other - Adelaide. It is more suitable for growing in an open bed, but also feels good in greenhouse conditions.
Description of tomato Adeline
Characteristics of the variety
Adeline (Adelaide) surprises with a good yield, given the small size of the bush. The plant begins to bear fruit approximately 82-110 days after seed germination. Adeline tomatoes are considered salad tomatoes, ideal for whole canning and pickling, but are also good for eating raw.
Description of the fruit
Fruits are small in size, weighing about 60 - 95 grams. They are oval (cream). Ripe tomato has a rich red color, has a sweet and sour taste.
Tomatoes of this variety have a fleshy pulp, dense skin and are quite firm. Due to this, they tolerate transportation well and do not crack during heat treatment.
Description of the bush
Adeline (Adelaide) belongs to the undersized varieties. They do not need to form a bush, but do require a garter to support it. The plant independently forms a small compact bush, the height of which does not exceed 50 cm. The bushes have bright green leaves.
Inflorescences begin to form above the 6th leaf and then successively up through 1-2 leaves. Fruits form well: 3-4 ripe tomatoes can be harvested from each plant.
Benefits
The advantages include:
- versatility in use;
- unusual shape;
- good yield;
- good fruit taste;
- immunity to many diseases.
It can be argued that the advantages of tomatoes are many times greater than the number of disadvantages. Among the latter, one can only name the sensitivity to air and soil moisture.
Disembarkation preparation rules
Before planting, seedlings must be hardened
The best time to start working with seedlings is the first decade of March. Before planting, it is necessary to harden the seedlings. Immediately after pecking the seedlings, it is necessary to take them out to a cooler place. This is necessary in order for the plant to survive in more severe conditions in the future.
The first stage of planting seedlings takes place in mid-May - under the film, in June - on an open bed. When planting, double superphosphate must be added to the soil.
Care
To get a good harvest, you first need to grow healthy bushes. It's easy to do. It is necessary to water, weed, and periodically feed the plants on time.
Adeline tomatoes are sun-loving, and thermophilic. Watering is less important to them than getting enough sunlight and warmth. They tolerate high temperatures, lack of moisture and even drought well. It is necessary to water them only as they dry completely.
If we talk about the level of air humidity, then it should not exceed 50-60%, otherwise the pollination of the flowers deteriorates markedly, the yield decreases, in addition, the plants are at risk of being affected by fungal diseases. You also need to remember that the last feeding should be done no later than two weeks before the first harvest.
Moisture and softness of the soil is important for good growth. In other words, the soil under the plants needs constant loosening. This will allow air to penetrate the roots, prevent souring and retain the required amount of moisture.
Possible diseases
Tomato is resistant to many common dangerous diseases, including fusarium.
The characteristic says that the only group of diseases that Adeline tomatoes can be exposed to are fungal. They can appear due to inappropriate conditions and improper plant care.
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Conclusion
Based on the description and taking into account all the features, it can be argued that this variety is suitable for both professional gardeners and beginners. It is easy to grow and harvest Adeline tomatoes. You just need to know all the features and use the advice of experienced gardeners about their cultivation.