The Polbig F1 variety was bred by breeders to obtain a high yield of early tomatoes that are resistant to transportation. Subject to all the rules of agricultural technology, you can get tasty fruits that are not subject to cracking. Tomatoes of the Polbig variety are used both fresh and for conservation. Due to the ability to maintain a presentation for 2-3 weeks, it is often grown for sale.
Description and characteristics of the variety
“Polbig F1” is a hybrid tomato variety with a short ripening period. A little over 90 days pass from the moment the seeds are planted to the harvest of the first harvest. This allows you to grow tomatoes before the period of mass disease with late blight.
Refers to determinant varieties of tomatoes. The height of the bush in open ground is about 80 cm. When grown in a greenhouse, the bush can reach up to 130 cm in height. The plant is characterized by large foliage of rich green color.
“Polbig” refers to high-yielding varieties. The formation of a bush in 2-3 stems and adherence to the planting pattern contributes to maximum productivity. It is 4-5 kg โโper plant per season.
The fruits have an even rounded shape and a rich scarlet color over the entire surface. The weight of one tomato is from 130 to 200 gr. The pulp is juicy, red with a pinkish tint. Due to the dense peel, Polbig tomatoes practically do not crack during storage and conservation.
Like most hybrid varieties, the taste of Polbig tomatoes is not their main advantage. Dense pulp has a medium pronounced taste with a slight sourness.
The main advantages and disadvantages of the Polbig F1 tomato
Variety “Polbig” has a number of features that you need to familiarize yourself with before you start growing it. The main advantages of the variety include:
- early ripening of fruits;
- resistance to low temperatures;
- productivity;
- resistance to most diseases;
- good transportability.
Meanwhile, the disadvantages noted by gardeners should also be taken into account:
- slightly pronounced taste of ripe fruits;
- the need for pinching and forming a bush;
- obligatory garter of the stem and brushes.
The grade is suitable for cultivation, both in an open ground, and for greenhouses. Due to the ability to form ovaries even at low temperatures, Polbig can be successfully cultivated in regions with cool summers.
Such hybrid tomato varieties as Platinum “F1”, Polyus and Prima Lux “F1” have similar varietal characteristics.
Features of agricultural technology
The hybrid is intended for cultivation by means of seedling. The timing of sowing seeds depends on the soil in which the seedlings will grow – open or closed. Also, when determining the sowing date, the climatic zone is taken into account. Seedlings are planted in a permanent place at the age of 2 months. It is important that by this time the threat of negative temperatures, at which the plants can die, has passed.
Sowing for seedlings
Seeds of hybrid varieties, as a rule, do not need additional processing before sowing. When growing seedlings of Polbig tomato, you should follow the general rules.
- Seeds are planted in containers filled with special soil, which consists of a mixture of fertile soil and peat.
- Prepared containers for seedlings are shed with warm water and grooves are made 1-1,5 cm deep.
- Seeds are carefully laid in the ground, sprinkled on top with a layer of earth and covered with a film.
- For best germination, it is necessary to ensure a constant temperature of 22-25ยฐC.
- When the first shoots appear, the film is removed and the container is placed in a cool, well-lit place.
- Watering is done only after the topsoil has dried.
- When 2-3 true leaves germinate, the seedlings dive into individual containers.
Transplant to the ground
In order for the seedlings of the Polbig tomato to take root well in a permanent place, it is necessary to provide it with certain conditions:
- Soil temperature must be above 15ยฐC.
- Superphosphate is added to each well with fertile soil.
- The distance between plants should be 50 cm. Per 1 square. m. it is recommended to plant no more than 4-5 bushes.
- Transplanted plants are shed with warm, settled water.
Tomato care “Polbig”
The main care for the tomato variety “Polbig” consists in timely watering, loosening and feeding plants. In addition, attention must be paid to the correct formation of the bush and the removal of stepchildren.
In order for the maximum number of fruits to ripen on each plant, it is recommended to form a bush of 2-3 stems. Moreover, each stem needs additional support and garter, especially at the time of ripening tomatoes.
As the Polbig tomato grows, many stepchildren are formed on the bushes, which must be removed in a timely manner. Otherwise, an excess of green mass is formed on the plant, which will lead to a decrease in the number of ovaries.
Every 2 weeks it is necessary to feed the tomatoes with mineral and organic fertilizers. Before the appearance of the ovaries, mullein infusion and superphosphate are added. Starting from the flowering period and until ripening, it is recommended to feed the tomatoes with potassium. Tomatoes respond well to the introduction of wood ash twice a season.
Possible diseases and pests
One of the main advantages of the Polbig variety is its high resistance to diseases characteristic of most tomatoes. Due to the early ripening of the fruit, he does not have time to undergo late blight.
In rare cases, prolonged cold snap and high humidity can lead to the appearance of fungal diseases. Unfavorable conditions also contribute to the attack of pests.
Subject to all the rules of agricultural technology, the cultivation of tomato varieties “Polbig” takes place without additional measures. For this, he received great recognition among gardeners.
How to use Polbig tomatoes
Early ripening allows you to enjoy fresh tomatoes at the very beginning of the season. Delicious and vitamin salads, sauces and pastes are obtained from the fruits. Most gardeners note its value in conservation. The dense peel does not crack, preserving the integrity of the fruit. Taste qualities are also fully revealed in various preparations.
The main advantage of Polbig variety tomatoes lies in its ability to maintain its marketable appearance for a long time and tolerate transportation well. This allows farmers to successfully grow a variety for further sale.
Tomato “Polbig” – the unconditional success of Dutch breeders. With little effort on the part of the gardener, you can grow a good early crop of vegetables. High resistance to all diseases makes it possible not only to reduce labor costs during cultivation, but also to get delicious tomatoes without the use of chemicals. The ability to withstand low temperatures makes it possible to grow it even in regions with short and cool summers.
