Characteristics of a tomato variety Fat Jack
Tomato Fat Jack belongs to those varieties that are easy to grow, do not require special care and, as a result, give a high yield. This subspecies is perfect for beginner gardeners. Its general characteristics are similar to other varieties, but the Fat Jack has its merits and advantages among them.
Characteristics of a tomato variety Fat Jack
Tomato variety Fat Jack was bred by Russian breeders in order to obtain a large early harvest of tasty and healthy tomatoes. It can be grown both in the open field and in greenhouses or under a film. This crop adapts well to all weather conditions, so it can be grown even in regions with cold climates.
Characteristic
Fat Jack tomatoes are very popular with both hobbyists and large farmers. This early maturing variety is distinguished by high productivity, regardless of the quality of care and the place of cultivation. But taking into account the region and climatic zone in which tomatoes grow, the ripening dates of the fruits may differ.
The description of the variety largely coincides with other tomatoes, but Fat Jack tomatoes have a number of positive qualities:
- high productivity;
- unpretentiousness to growing conditions;
- fast ripening of fruits;
- undersized bush, which makes it possible to grow this crop even on the balcony;
- tasty and aromatic large sized tomatoes.
The fruits of this type are versatile in use. They can be eaten fresh, canned or salted with slices or whole. Delicious dressings, snacks and juices are made from these tomatoes. Reviews about the tomato Fat Jack are always only positive. Housewives love to use them in cooking, and farmers love to grow them for sale.
Description of the variety
This culture belongs to the determinant type of nightshade. Usually the plant reaches 50 cm in height, but in rare cases it can grow up to 70 cm. The variety is characterized by a short fruiting period, but in some regions the fruits can be both mid-early and mid-late. The ripening period for tomatoes is from 100 to 115 days.
In the southern regions, you do not need to grow seedlings separately, but immediately plant seeds in the beds. But then the ripening period of the tomato will last for 5 days. In colder climates, it is better to grow tomatoes in greenhouses or under film shelters. Since this species is early ripening, even with late planting of seedlings in open ground, the fruits will have time to fully ripen.
Description of the bush
The bush of this variety is low, not very sprawling, with an average amount of green mass.
Leaves are of normal shape, medium size, green in color. The inflorescence of tomatoes is simple, the fruit stem is articulated. The stem of the bush is powerful, usually not requiring a garter. Fruits grow in clusters, each with 6-8 tomatoes. For a season, one bush can be harvested up to 6 kg.
Due to the small size of the bushes, these tomatoes can be grown in small garden plots.But it is worth noting that the plant is able to bush and grow in width. In cases where the bush is formed in 4-5 stems, it must be pinned. But this is rare, usually tomatoes grow in 3-4 stems, so pinching is not required. Experienced farmers also recommend pruning the bottom leaves to help ventilate the soil.
Description of fruits
Fruits can be stored for a long time
The fruits of this species are round in shape, slightly flattened at the base, rather large.
One tomato weighs an average of 170 grams, the maximum weight of the largest is 320 grams. The color of the fruit is deep red, sometimes dark pink. A slight ribbing can be seen at the fruit stem.
The tomato skin is dense, and the fruits themselves are firm, so they do not crack, are well transported and stored for a long time after harvest. The pulp is juicy, not watery, with few seeds. Aromatic tomatoes with a pleasant sweet taste.
Growing seedlings
In the Middle Lane, the fruits of this species will ripen for about 100 days from the moment the first shoots appear. Before planting seeds, it is necessary to treat them with a 2% solution of potassium permanganate. They are usually sown in the first half of April.
When shoots appear, you need to dive them, that is, transplant them into separate containers. Be sure to fertilize the seedlings with minerals. Experienced gardeners advise: in order to collect two waves of the crop, you can plant one part of the seedlings in a greenhouse, and the other in open ground.
Planting seedlings to a permanent place
It is necessary to plant seedlings in the beds only when the earth warms up and the air temperature stabilizes. It is worth planting 4 sprouts per 1 sq. m. There is no need to prepare the soil in advance, these tomatoes will grow well even without fertilizing the earth.
But in order for the seedlings to take root immediately, you need to put eggshells in each hole. If there are a lot of fruits on the bush, it is recommended to tie it to a support so that the stem does not bend.
Watering and weeding
The description of the variety says that the plants also do not require frequent watering.
It is necessary to moisten the ground after the top layer of the soil has completely dried. You can feed tomatoes during flowering and fruit formation. For this, it is recommended to use complex mineral fertilizers.
It is imperative to remove weeds around the bushes, they can cause diseases. Preventive measures to protect tomatoes from diseases and pests are the same as for all other species.
Conclusion
Tomatoes Fat Jack appeared not so long ago, but have already managed to fall in love with housewives and farmers. High yield, good commercial qualities, beautiful and tasty tomatoes - all this is just a part of the advantages of this variety. They are unpretentious to care, early ripening, and their fruits are universal in use. If you have never grown this species or have never tried these tomatoes, you should do it, and you will not regret it.