Tomato black prince

Tomato Black Prince, a characteristic and description of the variety which fully meets the expectations of gardeners, is ideal for growing in greenhouses or under film. Fruits are large and even, they can be used fresh, used to prepare a variety of dishes and canning.

Tomato varieties Black Prince

Varietal description

Tomatoes Black Prince - a real find for gardeners who prefer high-yielding dark fruit varieties. Tomatoes are bred by Russian breeders. The fruits are very tasty, they can be collected in a state of technical ripeness. The fruit will reach the desired condition at room temperature.

The variety is medium late, the first fruits ripen in late July. The process of fruiting is stretched, fresh tomatoes can be enjoyed right from the bush right up to the frosts. Tomatoes ripen with medium-sized brushes of 3-5 pieces, the lower brushes are usually more voluminous, and the fruits on them are larger.

The peculiarity of tomatoes - an unusual color, which is precisely this variety. The tomato is deep red, with a chocolate or dark raspberry shade. Pulp is brown-red, sugary on a break, moderately dense and very juicy. Seed chambers a little. The skin of the fruit is very thin, not hard. The taste of ripe tomatoes honey and sweet, very expressive, without excess acid and wateriness.

Tomatoes are salad varieties. They can be consumed fresh, used to make puree soups, sauces, cold snacks. Tomatoes are suitable for making juices of an unusual dark red color. The fruits are recommended for baby food, their pleasant sweetish taste is very popular with kids.

Growing varieties in the greenhouse

Among the valuable properties of tomatoes - a high content of sugars, dry substances, vitamins and valuable amino acids.

Gallery: Tomato Black Prince (25 photos)

Advantages and disadvantages of the variety

Among the main advantages of the variety:

• very tasty delicious fruits;
• original appearance;
• high content of vitamins and other valuable elements;
• good yield;
• resistance to pests and many dangerous diseases;
• bushes grow and develop quickly;
• suitable for growing in a greenhouse, under film or in open field.

Growing tomatoes from seedlings

Among the minor drawbacks of the variety is high sensitivity to the nutritional value of the soil. Tomatoes need regular feedings, it is desirable to alternate the complete mineral complexes based on phosphorus and potassium with organic matter. To small drawbacks can be attributed, and too thin skin. It badly preserves the integrity of the fruit, tomatoes can burst directly on the bush or during cooking.

Growing points

Black Prince tomatoes are recommended to be grown in a seedling manner. Seeds are sown in late February or early March. The exact lines depend on the climatic zone and the place where tomatoes will grow. Greenhouse cultivation implies earlier sowing. Tomatoes that will grow under the film, it is better to sow closer to mid-March. It is not recommended to buy ready-made seedlings, there is no guarantee that the seller will offer this particular variety. Tomato is quite valuable and rare; it is difficult even for an experienced gardener to identify genuine seedlings.

Tomatoes prefer a light fertile soil on the basis of garden soil. Humus or peat is added to it, as well as wood ash and a small portion of superphosphate. Before mixing the earth, it is better to ignite or freeze it to completely get rid of pests and dangerous bacteria.

Before planting, seeds can be disinfected in an aqueous solution of potassium permanganate or hydrogen peroxide. Then they are soaked in a growth stimulator for 10-12 hours. Seeds of the Black Prince variety are distinguished by good germination, after additional stimulation it reaches 95%. After the appearance of the first pair of true leaves, the tomatoes dive and feed with a full complex fertilizer. The second feeding is carried out after the unfolding of 6-7 leaves, then the young tomatoes are moved to the greenhouse. They are planted at a distance of 50-60 cm from each other, mandatory wide aisles.

High yield varieties

Immediately after transplantation, bushes are tied up to stakes or trellis. Plants can reach 2 m in height, without proper support, they will break. After tying the fruit to the supports and fasten branches. Pasynkovanie with removal of shoots above 3 brushes is recommended, the Black Prince grows tomato in 1 or 2 stems. Dosed (preferably drip) watering with warm water and dressing is necessary at least 1 time per month.

Pests and diseases: why should a gardener be afraid

The grade the Black Prince differs in strong immunity. Shrubs are rarely affected by such dangerous ailments as potato cancer, golden cyst nematode, common scab. Tomatoes do not suffer from wrinkles, mosaic or leaf curl viruses. Resistance to late blight is high; during the epidemic period, it is recommended to spray the bushes with plenty of copper-containing preparations for prevention.

Tomatoes should be protected from insect pests. In greenhouses, bushes are threatened by slugs, aphids, spider mites or thrips. Help frequent airing, processing plants with warm soapy water or diluted with liquid ammonia.

Consumer opinions

Before you dwell on the above-described variety, you should carefully read the reviews of gardeners who are already planting tomatoes on their plots. Most amateur gardeners celebrate the excellent taste of fruit, attractive appearance.

Black Prince Tomato (video)

To grow tomatoes Black Prince is better in the greenhouse or under the film. In this case, you can firmly count on a good yield. Customer reviews point to the need for frequent fertilizing. Experienced gardeners recommend carefully staining the plants and not allowing the fruit to outgrow. Too large tomatoes are prone to cracking. For the same reason, you should not keep the harvest for a long time, it is better to use fresh tomatoes, cook salads, juices, mashed potatoes from them. Tender tomatoes with thin skins are not suitable for stuffing or whole-canning.