- Authors: Kachainik V.G., Kamanin A.A., Gulkin M.N., Karmanova O.A., Matyunina S.V., Agrotechnological firm 'AGROS' LLC
- Year of approval: 2010
- Category: grade
- Growth type: indeterminate
- Appointment: fresh consumption
- Ripening period: mid-season
- Growing conditions: for film greenhouses
- Marketability: Yes
- Bush size: tall
- Bush height, cm: 150-170
Tomato Cascade has the potential to reward people with, indeed, abundant fruiting. However, such an attractive result is achieved only in the case of informed choice and careful preparation. Therefore, it is necessary to first collect as much information as possible about this culture.
Breeding history
The Cascade variety was developed by the agro-technological company "Agros". Among the developers of culture are breeders Kachainik, Kamanin, Matyunina, Gulkin, Karmanova. The state registration of tomatoes (together with a permit for practical cultivation) has been in effect since 2010.
Description of the variety
The cascade is characterized by indeterminate developmental dynamics. This plant is ideal for growing in greenhouses under plastic. Its bushes are capable of growing up to 1.5-1.7 m. They are characterized by a strong and powerful development, but at the same time, a significant compactness of plantings is also an advantage. A highly developed root system, along with the stem, supplies light green foliage of medium size with nutrients.
The main qualities of the fruit
Cascade berries, initially showing a light green color, will gradually turn red as they develop. On average, tomatoes weigh about 90 g. They are cylindrical in shape and have only slightly pronounced ribs. For 1 brush, up to 24 berries are obtained from intermediate inflorescences. They are distinguished by excellent marketability.
Taste characteristics
According to the estimates of the farmers, such a tomato has an expressive excellent taste. Typical for him is a remarkable sweetness. It is necessary to emphasize the presence of a weak sour taste. It leaves no discomfort.
Ripening and fruiting
The variety belongs to the mid-ripening group, and the ripeness of the berries is reached at the usual time for it. It will take a long time to collect the fruits. Mostly the collection takes place in July and August.
Yield
The plant belongs to the high-yielding group. It can give 7.4 kg of fruit per 1 sq. m. It is worth emphasizing that such a result is achieved only with carefully calibrated agricultural technology.
The timing of planting seedlings and planting in the ground
It is necessary to prepare containers with the planting mixture and put the seeds there during March. Usually, seedlings are ready for transfer to an open area or to a greenhouse already in May. But sometimes this can only be achieved in June. It must be emphasized that the decisive role is played not only by the readiness of the plants themselves, but also by the degree of warming up of the earth.
Growing tomato seedlings is an extremely important process, because it largely depends on whether the gardener will be able to harvest at all. All aspects must be taken into account, from seedbed preparation to planting in the ground.
Landing scheme
The gap between the planting holes should be at least 0.4 m. The permissible distance between the rows (if bushes are planted in several strips) is at least 1.2 m. Deviation from these norms entails very unpleasant consequences.
Growing and care
Mandatory procedures will be:
elimination of stepchildren;
formation of bushes;
garter to the supports.
It is necessary to form plantings strictly in 1 stem. It is stated that this tomato is resistant to late blight. Fungal infections, bacteria, and tobacco mosaics are also unlikely. But you shouldn't rely heavily on natural immunity. It would be much more correct to carry out preventive treatments with all clarity.
Tomato Cascade develops best on sandy loam. The use of areas with an acidity of more than 6.5 is not allowed. Transplanting tomatoes is necessary on clear sunny days. During the summer, you will need to carry out 3 dressings. For this purpose, mixtures are used based on:
potassium;
magnesium;
nitrogen;
phosphorus.
A plant needs different micronutrients at each stage of growth. All fertilizers can be divided into two groups: mineral and organic. Folk remedies are often used: iodine, yeast, bird droppings, eggshells.
It is important to observe the rate and period of feeding. This also applies to folk remedies and organic fertilizers.
Growing regions
Tomato Cascade is zoned for:
north of the European part of Russia;
Siberian, Ural and Far Eastern regions;
Moscow and the surrounding area;
center and south of the European part (including the North Caucasus, the Volga region and the Black Earth region).
Review overview
It is worth noting that the Cascade can grow, bloom and set relatively slowly. The fruits of this variety, albeit small, but the yield is pleasing. Gardeners do not notice any particular whimsical culture. It will ripen quite amicably, which allows you to harvest quickly.They also pay attention to the resistance of tomato to many pathologies.
