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In recent years, growing tomatoes, and other garden crops in the open field, is fraught with many difficulties that the weather suits summer residents and gardeners. Apparently due to the difficult ecological situation, it has become so unpredictable that not only the weather forecast bureaus, but also folk omens cannot cope with their task. Unexpected frosts are replaced by prolonged drought or, conversely, by a long period of heavy rains, after which phytophthora begins to rage. In these conditions, it is especially important to pay attention to varieties specially bred in order to withstand adverse weather conditions.
There are such varieties among tomatoes. Sibirskiy Sad specializes in breeding tomato varieties capable of growing and producing good yields of tasty and healthy fruits in the difficult climatic conditions of Siberia.
Tomato Batianya, the characteristics and description of the variety of which this article is devoted to, refers to just such tomatoes. It is quite capable of bearing fruit in open ground even beyond the Urals and bearing large and sweet fruits.
Features of the variety
The Batianya tomato variety was bred in 2007 by Siberian breeders O. V. Postnikova and V. N. Dederko. In 2008, it was included in the State Register with recommendations for growing throughout Russia in open ground and under special shelters.
The variety can be attributed to the determinant, tomato plants are characterized by unlimited growth and in greenhouses can grow up to 2.2 meters.
Tomato bushes are quite powerful, branch well and give a strong growth with long stems, therefore, they require compulsory pinching and garters.
The leaves are large, dark green in color. Plants are characterized by simple inflorescences. On one bush there are 8-10 flowers, of which on average about 6 fruits are tied.
One of the positive aspects that distinguishes this variety is its early maturity. The first tomatoes can begin to ripen as early as 90 days after the mass emergence of seedlings. However, under unfavorable growth conditions, this moment may come in 100-105 days. At the same time, the fruiting period is quite extended, which is very convenient for a personal plot, since it allows you to gradually collect ripening fruits even from several bushes.
As for the yield, there is some uncertainty in this issue for Batian tomatoes. Since the official description of the Batianya tomato variety in the State Register indicates a yield of 1-2 kg of tomatoes per bush, while many other sources indicate a more significant yield characteristic of 5-6 kg per bush.
There is no reliable information on resistance to diseases in the description of the variety, but the reviews of gardeners indicate that the Batyan's tomato is quite resistant to many common diseases of the nightshade.
Fruit characteristics
The variety got its peculiar name, apparently, thanks to its fruits - weighty, heavy, strong and juicy.
The Batianya variety is distinguished by the shape of the fruit, which especially attracts most gardeners - they are round, slightly heart-shaped with a small nose, without ribbing.The peduncle has an articulation.
Tomatoes are pink or crimson in color, the pulp is juicy and fleshy with small seed chambers. Accordingly, there are very few seeds in tomatoes of this variety, which is very upsetting for gardeners who seek to breed the Batianya variety for themselves and their friends. At the base of the stalk, still in the ripening stage, a large dark green spot is observed on the tomatoes, which turns yellow as it ripens.
Tomatoes of this variety are large in size, which, by the way, is a rarity among early ripe tomatoes. On average, the mass of fruits is 200-300 grams, but some specimens can reach up to 700 grams.
The peel of tomatoes is quite dense, which allows the fruit not to crack under any conditions. Accordingly, tomatoes are stored quite well and even tolerate transportation well, which is a rarity among pink and raspberry-colored fruits.
The taste of tomatoes is rated by experts-tasters at four, which does not prevent some gardeners from admiring its sweetness, while others criticize and even call it bland. But as you know, taste is one of the most subjective characteristics, moreover, it has a strong dependence on growing conditions and feeding.
The main purpose of Batyan's tomatoes is salad, which does not prevent many hostesses from using it for making juices, ketchups, tomato pastes and for spinning various vegetable platters with tomatoes for the winter.
Growing stages - from seedling to harvest
Like most even early ripening tomatoes, tomatoes of this variety must be grown using seedlings. Since some summer residents complain that the seeds of this variety do not germinate very well, it is advisable to check them for germination before sowing, even if you purchased the seeds in a safe place. The procedure itself is not at all complicated. Dissolve a teaspoon of salt in a glass of warm water. Then dip the tomato seeds into the glass. All seeds that are ready to germinate should sink to the bottom within 3-5 minutes. It is better to remove floating seeds so that they do not take up extra planting area.
Germinate tomato seeds in a warm and dark place. Sowing is carried out about 60 days before planting in a greenhouse or on beds in open ground. The first shoots usually appear 3-7 days after sowing. Immediately after the emergence of seedlings, the seedlings must be placed in the light and, if possible, reduce the temperature, especially at night, by 5-7 degrees. This will allow the plants to develop a strong root system and not stretch too long.
If you have sown seeds in a common container, then do not forget to open the seedlings after the first real tomato leaves appear.
Before planting in the ground at a permanent place of growth of the tomato plant, it is advisable to feed several times. It is good to do this with natural home remedies such as whey, wood ash, or hydrogen peroxide.
Since tomatoes of this variety are distinguished by significant growth and branching, do not plant more than 3 plants per square meter when planting. For a denser scheme, the bushes must be kept strictly in one stem, otherwise the tomatoes will not have enough sunlight for full ripening.
To make you happy with the yield of tomatoes of this variety, you need to regularly feed, water and tie up the stems of the bushes. Grasshopping is also necessary, otherwise the tomato will use all its strength for the growth of greenery, and not for the ripening of fruits.
Reviews about the variety Batianya
Reviews about the tomato Batianya, the description of the variety and the photo of which you saw above, are very diverse. Sometimes you might think that we are talking about completely different varieties of tomato. Apparently, due to the popularity of the variety, there are many fakes of seeds that are often not related to the true variety. Therefore, be especially careful when purchasing tomato seeds of this variety.
Conclusion
If you are interested in the characteristics and reviews on the Batyan tomato, try growing tomatoes of this variety yourself. In any case, the variety is worth paying attention to, since the choice of a suitable tomato variety for adverse conditions is relatively small.
