The Florida f1 tomato is a hybrid of the determinant type, medium early ripening. This variety is quite productive, yields fruits with amazing taste and excellent transportability. In addition, due to the hardness of the fruits of the Florida f1 tomato, they are stored for quite a long time - up to 2-3 months, for which gardeners like to grow this variety.
Hybrid advantages
Florida 47 f1 tomatoes are designed for outdoor cultivation. But according to the reviews of summer residents, in order to grow this species in cold climatic conditions, in these regions it is advisable to plant a tomato in a greenhouse.
After planting the seedlings in the ground, the fruits will ripen in about 75 days, and if calculated from the germination period of the shoots, at least 110 days should pass.
Florida tomato
The bushes of this type of tomato are quite tall, grow up to 60 cm. Their root system reaches a length of about 2.5 m and goes deep into the ground. The leaves of the bushes of this variety are quite wide, which is important during a sultry summer - they protect the tomatoes from the scorching sun's rays and prevent burns.
Each brush will yield 3 to 5 tomatoes. Fruits of this type have excellent taste; they can be eaten both fresh and canned. In the latter version, they also perfectly retain their qualities and shape.
This type of tomato is resistant to all kinds of diseases, but as a preventive measure, you can treat the bushes with a remedy for late blight.
Features of agricultural technology
After sowing the seeds, they should create acceptable conditions. The room temperature should not drop below + 22 ° C, and the lighting should be at least 16 hours a day. For additional lighting, fluorescent lamps are suitable.
Growing
It is recommended to do a pick when the first leaves appear. To stimulate the root system during transplantation, part of the roots should be cut off and about a third left. This must be done to stimulate the proper development of the root system.
Before planting, the seedlings are recommended to be prepared - hardened. To do this, 7-12 days before planting, you should periodically leave it in the fresh air, increasing the "walk" time. It is better to plant in two rows with a permissible distance between bushes of about 60 cm.
When growing this variety at home, all its characteristics should be taken into account. For example, tomatoes Florida 47 f1 are described as a rather whimsical and demanding plant, therefore it needs sunlight, oxygen-rich and moderately moist soil. This means that periodic loosening and proper watering are required, the bushes do not tolerate stagnant water. Drip irrigation with black non-woven fiber for mulching is best.
Proper watering
It is recommended to periodically feed both the Florida tomato and its variety, the Florida f1 tomato variety f1, with mineral fertilizers necessary for proper growth and crop yield.
