Tomato Citrus Garden - description and characteristics of the variety

In the gardens of Russian residents grown a huge number of different varieties of tomatoes. Aelita breeders have bred enough species of this healthy and nutritious vegetable crop. The tomato variety Citrus Garden has long been recognized, and is popular for its characteristics. The late-ripening variety grows well and bears fruit in open beds and in greenhouse conditions.

Grade description

Bushes reach a height of up to 2 meters. Fruits are formed by brushes. They differ in oval shape and bright lemon yellow color after full maturity. The pulp is dense, juicy. The taste of fruits is sweet with a slight acidity. The weight of one tomato is about 90 grams. The skin is strong, thick, not subject to cracking. Tomatoes can be stored fresh for a long time, perfectly transported over long distances without losing their commercial appearance.

They have a number of positive qualities and versatility in use. Fruits can be pickled, salted and dried, and also used as an ingredient for the preparation of first and second courses. Variety Citrus Garden brings a good harvest. From one bush you can collect about 2.5 kg of ripe tomatoes.

Growing Tips

Bushes are formed in 1-2 stems, stepsons break off in a timely manner. The bushes are quite resistant to various diseases. When the rainy season begins, it is recommended to remove the lower leaves. The first harvest begins 4 months after sowing the seeds.

Sowing seeds

Seedling method of cultivation will allow you to get a high yield. First you need to prepare the soil. To do this, the soil is mixed in equal parts with peat and humus, then it is poured into boxes. Seeds are pre-treated with a growth stimulator, and laid in grooves to a depth of 1-2 cm. From above, the boxes are covered with film and put away in a warm place with access to sunlight. The room must be maintained at a temperature of + 22- + 25 degrees. If necessary, sprouts with 1-2 leaves dive into separate pots.

Before planting in a permanent place, seedlings must be hardened. For this, the plants are taken out onto the street or to the balcony for 10-12 days. Planting on one square meter should be no more than 3 seedlings. So the plants will receive a sufficient amount of nutrients.

Care Rules

The yield obtained depends on how the plants were taken care of. The plants should be watered once a week with warm, settled water. It is absolutely necessary to feed the plants - at least 10 times per season.

Loosening and destruction of weed grass will help normalize air exchange in the root system and get rid of viruses and larvae of harmful insects. For tying, trellis or wooden supports are installed. Despite the high resistance to fungal infections and pests, the bushes are treated with chemicals as a preventive measure.

Late-ripening variety has a universal purpose. Golden slices can decorate any dish. In combination with red fruits, you can cook original and delicious blanks. Gardeners who cultivate the Citrus Garden variety speak only positively of it.

Reviews gardeners

1. Anastasia Sergeevna, 57 years old: I want to recommend the cultivation of a variety of tomatoes Citrus Garden. The fruits are fleshy and juicy. The taste of tomatoes is sweet, suitable for fresh consumption. Tomato bushes do not require difficulties in care. Watering is not necessary often, it is advisable not to allow waterlogging of the soil. Top dressing should consist of organic and mineral fertilizers. Small fruits are great for pickling in general. Jars look attractive, especially if I make assorted yellow and red tomatoes.
2. Petr Anatolyevich, 59 years old: I really liked the tomatoes of the Citrus Garden variety. I grow tomatoes in a high greenhouse, because the bushes grow up to 2 meters. The fruits have an attractive appearance, bright yellow color and a sweet taste. Fresh vegetable salads are tastier when tomatoes are added. Productivity is high. This year I collected about 2 kg of ripe fruits from one bush. I recommend everyone to try these wonderful tomatoes. The rules for care are simple, do not require special knowledge. It is enough to water, loosen the earth and feed the plants on time.

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