- Authors: the village of Podinee near Minusinsk
- Category: grade
- Growth type: indeterminate
- Appointment: universal
- Ripening period: late ripening
- Ripening time, days: 125-135
- Growing conditions: for open ground, for greenhouses
- Bush height, cm: 180-200
- Bush characteristic: compact
- Leaves: thick, drooping
You can grow not only those tomatoes that are developed by experienced breeders. Spontaneous or semi-spontaneous selection often yields very good results as well. A striking example of this is the Podsinsky miracle.
Breeding history
Yes, no breeders have made any special efforts to breed this variety. It comes from the village of Podsinee in the vicinity of Minusinsk (Krasnoyarsk Territory) - hence the name. The exact year of production has not been established. The plant is not listed in the state register.
Description of the variety
Tomato Podsinsky miracle forms indeterminate bushes. The plant is distinguished by its versatile nature of application. It can be planted both in an open garden and in a greenhouse. The bushes are capable of growing up to 1.8-2 m. They are compact, while they are covered with thin drooping foliage. Low temperatures and drought have almost no negative impact on crops.
The main qualities of the fruit
The scarlet berries of the Podsinsky miracle look charming. A pink tint is harmoniously mixed with the main color. There are both large and medium-sized tomatoes. Other important features are as follows:
the shape of the fruit is similar to a plum;
up to 6 tomatoes can appear in 1 brush;
the surface of the berries is smooth, if ribbing is present, then only near the stalk;
weight 400 g and more.
Taste characteristics
The Podsinsky miracle is pretty sweet. It also has a rather expressive sourness. The pulp is juicy and tender. It contains only a small number of seed chambers. The superficial peel is dense and thin, does not significantly affect perception.
Ripening and fruiting
The Podsinsky miracle is classified as a late-ripening tomato. Usually from 125 to 135 days pass between the appearance of the first green shoots. But since the weather conditions are unique for each year and region, the result can vary greatly in specific situations.
Yield
The variety belongs to the high-yielding tomato group. It is capable of producing 5-6 kg of berries per 1 sq. m. Some publications indicate that it is possible to collect 8 or even 12 kg of fruit. But, as always, success depends equally on the weather and on agriculture.
The timing of planting seedlings and planting in the ground
Seeds begin to be sown in containers at the end of February. This can be done throughout March. Normally, the seedlings will be ready for transshipment in 55-60 days. But it is imperative to assess how healthy and well developed she is. Sod, peat and compost are used to prepare the substrate.
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
About 30 cm is left between the individual holes. For 1 sq. m planted 3 bushes. In the future, it will be necessary to carefully monitor so that the plantings do not thicken. In greenhouses, the gaps between seedlings should be 50 or even 60 cm. Otherwise, problems are inevitable.
Growing and care
Despite the name "Miracle", this variety deserves close attention. The formation of the bushes is made in 2 or 3 stems of your choice. Plants must be stepchild so that they develop normally. Another indispensable requirement for success is the attachment to the supports. Top dressing is applied when the bushes:
bloom;
form ovaries;
bear fruit.
For mulching, you can use both straw and hay. The main condition is that their layer is not thinner than 80 mm. Plants must be watered strictly at the root. An even more intelligent, albeit more troublesome, strategy is to use drip irrigation. Although the variety is well suited for extreme weather conditions, it is hardly wise to abuse this property.
In the last 14 days, before transferring to open ground, it is advisable to harden the seedlings. At first, they are kept outdoors for 2 hours, but then the residence time is increased. It is better to add manure or compost to the soil before planting. It is necessary to water the Podsinsky miracle twice a week in order to exclude cracking and increased wateriness. Otherwise, there will be no problems.
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.
Review overview
Farmers fully confirm the promised taste of the fruit in their assessments. They also note that the cultivar is prone to top rot, which is difficult to combat and can take months. In a number of regions, cultivation only in greenhouses is recommended. This information will allow you to make the most correct decision.
