Unpretentious variety of tomato with large tasty fruits of Siberian selection "Königsberg"

Another excellent fruit of the works of Siberian scientists - breeders - a variety of tomatoes "Konigsberg". It has several subspecies of varieties - “Königsberg Red”, “Königsberg Gold” and “Königsberg New”. Each of them has some differences, but the similarity in high yields and large fruits is indisputable.

You can learn more about these tomatoes from our article. In it, we have prepared for you a complete description of the variety, its characteristics, the main qualities and features of agricultural technology.

Tomato "Konigsberg": description of the variety

"Königsberg" is an independent variety of tomatoes, which has absorbed all the best qualities. Königsberg shrub, by type of growth, is considered to be indeterminate (i.e. it does not have an end point of growth), up to 2 m in height, usually formed into 2 powerful stems with many brushes. Each brush contains about 6 fruits. Stamb does not form.

Rhizome powerful, looking deep down. The leaves are large "potato" dark green with a slight pubescence. The inflorescence is simple (ordinary), it is formed for the first time over the 12th leaf, then goes through every 3 leaves. Stem with articulation. By the time of ripening mid-ripening - harvesting is possible at 110-115 days after planting the seeds.

It is well resistant to many diseases and pests. Tomatoes “Königsberg” have been developed for open ground, they behave well in a greenhouse, they do not wither. Productivity is high. From 5 to 20 kg with 1 square. m According to the reviews of gardeners can harvest in the amount of three buckets from a bush.

The variety has many advantages:

• high yield;
• great taste;
• heat and cold resistance;
• resistance to diseases and pests;
• unpretentiousness.

There are no disadvantages with proper care. The size of the fruit is impressive, while having a pronounced "tomato" taste and aroma.

You can compare the yield of a variety with other varieties in the table:

On our site you will find a lot of useful information on how to grow tomato seedlings. Read all about planting seedlings at home, how long after planting the seeds emerge and how to water them properly.

And also how to grow tomatoes in a twist, upside down, without land, in bottles and according to Chinese technology.

Specifications

Description of the fetus:

• The shape is oblong, similar to a narrow heart with an elongated tip.
• The mature color is red.
• The size of the fruit is quite large, weight can reach 800 g, on average - 300 g.
• The skin is smooth, dense. Does not crack.
• The amount of dry matter in the fruit is average. The number of chambers is 3-4, with a lot of seeds.
• The density of tomatoes does not quickly deteriorate the fruit, tolerate transportation, long stored.

You can compare the weight of the fruit of a variety with other varieties in the table:

Tomatoes have stunning taste and a large number of useful substances, suitable for fresh consumption. When cooking does not lose its shape, it is well suited for preservation. Whole pickling or pickling is not possible due to its large size. It is advisable to manufacture tomato products - pasta, sauces, juices.

A photo

We offer you to get acquainted with the photos of the tomato variety "Konigsberg":

Recommendations for growing

The country of elimination is the Russian Federation (Siberian Federal District). Entered into the State Register of Protected Breeding Achievements of the Russian Federation for Open Ground in 2005. Patented. Inspection of tomatoes was carried out in the Novosibirsk region, an excellent result. Available for cultivation in all regions. Not afraid of hot areas, resistant to cold.

Seeds are treated in a solution of potassium permanganate to prevent the appearance of disease. It is also possible to use solutions to stimulate plant growth - soaked in it overnight. Planted in a common container at a depth of 1 cm in the beginning - mid-March. Most gardeners are based on the lunar calendar, planting crops. Better tomatoes will grow if you plant them during the growing phase of the moon.

With the appearance of 2-3 clear sheets make picks (transplanted seedlings in separate containers). A pick is needed to avoid oppression of plants. Seedlings should not be watered often, avoid water on the leaves. Approximately on the 50th day, seedlings can be planted in a greenhouse, in 10-15 days - they can be planted in open ground, taking care of the insulation. When disembarking to a permanent place, water the seedlings abundantly for a more convenient transplant - so the stems and roots will not be damaged.

The soil of the permanent residence of tomatoes should be prepared - treated from infections, fertilizers (mullein), well warmed up, are added. When planting in open ground or greenhouse tomatoes for a week and a half should be left alone, do not water. Then, fertilizing with minerals, spraying against diseases and pests are possible according to the usual schedule - on average every 10 days.

Read useful articles about fertilizers for tomatoes.:

• Organic, mineral, phosphoric, complex and ready-made fertilizers for seedlings and TOP best.
• Yeast, iodine, ammonia, hydrogen peroxide, ash, boric acid.
• What is foliar feeding and when picking, how to conduct them.

Watering at the root is plentiful, but not frequent. Mulching and loosening are welcome. Grazing requires 2 stalks to form. The stepchildren are removed only up to 3 cm long, the removal of large processes will damage the plants. The hacking is done once every 2 weeks; it stops when the first fruits are formed.

Because of the large growth of plants requires tying. Usually tied with separate pegs or trellis. On the open ground, trellis are more often used, in greenhouses, the garter is usually carried to the wire stretched at a height.

Diseases and pests

Well resistant to most diseases, not afraid of pests. However, spraying for prophylaxis is possible.

Conclusion

Tomatoes have absorbed all the qualitative signs - large-fruited, good taste, high yield, resistance to diseases, unpretentiousness. Koenigsberg is suitable for cultivation by beginners.