Tomato Novichok pink: reviews, photos, yield, growing features

Description of the variety

This variety was bred back in 1986 in the city of Volgograd, and it was included in the State Register at the same time. Breeders specifically created this variety for subsequent use in conservation. All summer residents fell in love with this variety, which is distinguished by its unpretentiousness and good yield.

Novice tomatoes are varieties with an average ripening period (114-123 days) and average yields. This variety is limited in growth and is not stamped, so it is tied up. The plant is intended for cultivation mainly in open beds and film shelters. But sometimes (due to determinacy) it is grown on the balcony, in large peas.

Description of the bush

Since novice tomatoes are a plant with a determinate type of bush, the plant grows low in height: up to 85 cm. There are few leaves on the plant, so the bush does not grow. The color of the leaves is dark green, with barely noticeable fluff. There are also few branches and stems on the bush. Despite the fact that the plant is not very tall, it has a powerful root system that can firmly anchor itself in the soil. The plant tolerates drought well and has excellent immunity.

Description of fruits

The berries of this variety are loved by all housewives and summer residents. Of course: the shape of the fruit is a paradise for a perfectionist: ideal, even and smooth. The weight of a ripe berry reaches approximately 80-110 grams. The fruits ripen almost simultaneously. But there is no need to rejoice: the fruiting of a newbie is not very long.

As you can see, the fruit is large, but not excessively. This allows it to be used entirely in pickling. When ripe, the color of tomatoes is bright red, sometimes closer to orange. The taste is good, typically tomato. The rating of fresh fruits during tasting was 4.6 points, canned ones - 4.4 points.

Existing subspecies

This variety has two “brothers”: pink and deluxe. They are also included in the register of breeding achievements. The first subspecies has practically no differences from the “father”, but the second is famous for the unusual shape of its fruits. By the way, they like to grow unusually shaped fruits in China and Japan.

Newbie pink

Judging by the reviews, the newcomer tomato of the pink subspecies is no different from the original type. Only the color of the berries - pale red, delicate shade. Of course, the color of the berries cannot be called typically pink. Breeders could use a little more effort before breeding a newbie tomato and calling it “pink.” Or they could at least improve the properties. And so - just color and that's it. The characteristics and taste are the same. The variety was bred 15 years ago.

Newbie Deluxe

But another variety of tomato, novice, has different characteristics. Its brother, with the elite name “deluxe”, is a complete development of a well-known agricultural company that supplies seeds to most stores. This variety is a late ripening variety. The fruits have an interesting shape, reminiscent of a cube. The weight is almost the same as the original type: up to 110 grams. The bush type is determinate. The purpose of the deluxe variety is universal, that is, the fruits are suitable for absolutely any application: juices, sauces, homemade preparations, etc.

Features of planting and growing at home on the balcony

There are tomato varieties specifically designed for growing on the balcony, for example, Balcony Miracle, Balcony Bonsai or Pinocchio. The newcomer is not included in this list, but some amateurs, taking advantage of the unpretentiousness of the variety and the compactness of the bush, plant it at home. The technique of planting and growing tomatoes on a balcony differs little from that in a garden, but they must try to create natural conditions.

Growing seedlings is carried out in exactly the same way as for ordinary beds, but, depending on where the balcony is located and whether it is glazed, sowing seeds can be done significantly earlier than usual. However, a glazed balcony on the south side can also play a disservice: if the temperature rises significantly above 30°C, the tomatoes feel bad, and when it approaches 40°C they can drop their flowers and die altogether. Therefore, when growing on a balcony, care is added to maintain an acceptable temperature by ventilating the mini-garden in a timely manner.

Balcony growing tomatoes is somewhere between a hobby and a necessity, but some hobbyists get good results

Ready seedlings are transplanted into any containers of sufficient size (ideally, each bush should have at least a bucket of good soil mixture). The transplanted seedlings are shaded from the bright rays of the sun for several days, which require adaptation. Further care is the same as in open ground. Of course, for irrigation they take water from the tap, so it must first be left standing, preferably at least a day.

All basic operations (loosening, fertilizing, pinching, etc.) are required, but artificial pollination can also be added to them: insects rarely fly onto the balcony. Ovary, which is sprayed on bushes, can also help. You have to treat the plants with Bordeaux mixture a couple of times a season: the risk of contracting diseases in an enclosed space is very high. In general, it is worth saying that only “landless” nature lovers have to grow tomatoes on the balcony: doing it in natural conditions is much more convenient and reliable.

Video: tomatoes on the balcony

Characteristic

It’s not for nothing that the tomato variety with the childish name “novichok” is so beloved by many gardeners. Not only does it require little care, but it also has excellent immunity to most nightshade diseases. But prevention is worth doing. Due to the small growth, the need for pinching the bush disappears by itself. Also, the bush does not need a garter, but most gardeners still tie the plant to wooden pegs.

Advantages and disadvantages

This variety has significantly more advantages than disadvantages. The only negative they talk about is that the skin is too thick. It would be a stretch to call this a disadvantage. But the advantages speak for themselves:

• Easy to care for, grows well on its own. This does not affect the yield. The plant does not need any special soil; it will establish itself perfectly and take all the necessary substances;
• The bush tolerates dry times by taking moisture from the soil and storing it in its roots and stems;
• Due to the compactness of the plants, per square meter. meter plant several pieces at once;
• The taste of ripe berries is simply wonderful, rich, with barely pronounced sourness, the pulp of the fruit is juicy and fleshy;
• The variety bears fruit well even when the weather outside is not warm and periodic with rain. Even in bad weather, the plant consistently produces a crop;
• The bush does not need pinching;
• The variety is practically disease free. The novice tomato is also not affected by harmful insects;
• Novichok is not a hybrid, but an independent variety. Therefore, if you want to grow this variety, buy a ripe fruit at the market and use it to collect seeds;
• Due to their thick skin, tomatoes are perfectly stored; they can be transported over long distances and not worry: they won’t crack.

Productivity

Despite the determinant type of bush, the plant shows high productivity. About 2-3 kg of juicy fruits are collected from one small bush. If the thickening is dense, the harvest reaches 14 kg. In a greenhouse, the yield is much higher.

Growing regions

Since tomatoes love light, almost any variety is best grown in regions with a warm climate. The description of the tomato suggests that it is preferable for a beginner to grow it where there is no temperature difference. This tomato variety (based on state register data) is intended for cultivation in the Nizhnevolzhsky region. But the newcomer, as some reviews from summer residents say, can be grown anywhere - it adapts everywhere. Suitable regions:

• North Caucasus;
• Middle Volga;
• Nizhnevolzhsky;
• Far East.

Reviews from gardeners about Novichok pink tomatoes

Vera, 43 years old, Mariupol Tomato Novichok pink is simply a miracle. My delight knows no bounds. It is resistant to many diseases. At least I have never been sick in 3 years. The harvest is excellent, with 10 m2 almost 100 kg of fruit. And the preservation is simply delicious. Tomato Novichok pink is by far my favorite

Maxim, 56 years old, Novgorod I was impressed by the photo and description of the Novichok pink tomato variety, so I decided to purchase seeds. I was very pleased with the harvest. The taste is excellent, the preserved fruits keep their shape and do not crack. If you still doubt it, I recommend trying it. Now I am sure that this variety has a long-term presence on my site.

Oleg, 33 goals, Nikolaev I am a farmer and have been growing tomatoes for a long time. Recently I decided to plant pink Novichok too. I can say with confidence that this is a worthy variety. The yield is excellent, the even, dense fruits are sold in great demand at the market and are torn from the fields by buyers with their hands. I don’t know about anyone, but I will continue to grow it, especially since there is no longer any need to spend money on seeds.

Growing seedlings

Like most tomatoes that are grown from seedlings, this variety is no exception. The procedure is simple: sow the seeds, monitor the first shoots, moisten the soil in time and plant it in a permanent place at the right time.

Landing dates

For experienced summer residents, it is not difficult to grow seedlings from seeds. Every gardener knows that the right time for sowing is the beginning of spring. Of course, it all depends on the variety. But the standard time for planting seeds in the soil is a couple of months before the intended planting in the soil. As a rule, this is the end of the first month of spring or the beginning of the second.

Seed preparation

Inexperienced gardeners, when they are just starting to grow their first seedlings, are disappointed when they planted the entire package of seeds, but only a few sprouted. Therefore, summer residents have long come up with an interesting and simple way to check. Thanks to it, you can immediately find out which seeds are suitable for planting and which are not.

To do this, place new seeds in water with a light salt content for 15-20 minutes. Salt needs 1 tsp. for 200 ml of water. After a period of time, some seeds will float to the surface. These seeds are immediately thrown away as they are not suitable for planting. The sunken seeds are used for further sowing. After the saline solution, they are washed with running water and dried.

Next, disinfection is carried out. This will prevent the future plant from getting diseases. To do this, dried seeds are dipped into a light pink solution of potassium permanganate for the same period of time. Then the planting material is washed again with water and dried. After this procedure, some people place the seeds on a small saucer and cover with a damp, warm cloth. This is necessary so that they quickly sprout the first shoots.

Preparing soil and containers

Soil for sowing is bought in a specialized store, or made independently. To do this, take ordinary garden soil, adding peat and humus to it in equal proportions. In order for beneficial microflora to develop in the soil, it is placed in an oven preheated to 180 degrees and left there for an hour and a half. This procedure is done a couple of weeks before sowing. Additionally, the soil is treated with special growth solutions.

The prepared soil is poured into pre-disinfected containers in a layer of 5-6 cm.

Sowing seeds

The procedure for sowing seeds is simple. The main thing is not to plant the material too deep, otherwise it will simply get stuck in the soil and will not germinate. If the depth is small, the seed will have nowhere to settle. Therefore, the optimal depth for sowing is 1-1.5 cm. The distance from each other is slightly larger: 2.5-3 cm. Soil compaction is not required when sowing. Next, the containers with seeds are covered with a transparent film and put in a warm place. This is necessary to create a greenhouse effect. Then the seeds will germinate faster.

Features of caring for seedlings

As soon as the first shoots appear, the film is removed. Now the young animals will need fresh air. The temperature should not be high, otherwise the sprouts will get burned. Watering young seedlings should be rare but moderate. As the soil dries, it needs to be moistened so that the moisture is retained as long as possible. No fertilizing is required yet.

As soon as two true leaves appear on the sprouts, pick them. Picking - seating each sprout in separate containers. The containers are cardboard pots or juice scraps or bottles. It would also be useful to harden the seedlings. This is necessary for faster adaptation of seedlings in the soil. The procedure is carried out a couple of weeks before disembarkation. Every day, the time the seedlings spend in the fresh air increases.

Healthy seedlings are the key to harvest

Gardeners who have been growing the crop for many years note the unpretentiousness of tomatoes and the ease of cultivation. The agricultural technology characteristic of the Novichok variety is no different from other tomatoes.

Growing seedlings

According to the description, Novichok pink tomatoes are characterized by the seedling method of cultivation. Seeds need to be sown 60-65 days before planting in open ground, a greenhouse or under temporary film cover.

Seed preparation

Self-respecting gardeners will never sow untested and untreated tomato seeds.

We will describe the processing technique below:

1. Prepare a 5% saline solution (½ teaspoon of salt dissolved in half a glass of water). The seeds are dipped into it for a quarter of an hour. Viable seed will end up at the bottom. They continue to work with these seeds. They are washed and dried.
2. Then they are dipped in a solution of pink potassium permanganate (as in the photo) for a third of an hour, the seeds are washed again with clean water.

Thanks to processing in saline and manganese solutions, the seeds are disinfected. You can be sure that disease spores, if they were on the seeds, will die. In addition, germination and nutrition of the seed are stimulated.

Seeds can be sown dry or germinated before planting. To do this, the treated planting material is wrapped in a damp cloth and left in a warm place. As soon as the little white roots hatch, they are immediately placed in the ground.

Advice! To avoid damaging the fragile sprouts, it is advisable to take the seeds with tweezers.

Preparing soil and containers

Soil preparation should be done in advance, five days before sowing. Many gardeners use ready-made mixtures for seedlings, which are sold in the store. They contain balanced nutrients. If the composition is prepared independently, then it should contain turf soil, compost or humus, and sand. In addition to the listed components, you also need to add wood ash.

Warning! Fresh manure is not added either to the seedlings or to the holes, otherwise a rapid increase in green mass will begin. In addition, manure contains many pathogens.

Novichok tomato seedlings can be grown in wooden or plastic boxes and containers. They are filled with soil and poured with boiling water, adding potassium permanganate.

Sowing seeds

Seeds should be sown in moist soil at a distance of 2-3 cm. Planted to a depth of one centimeter. The top of the container is covered with film to speed up germination. When the tomatoes begin to sprout, remove the cellophane.

Features of caring for seedlings

Before germination, maintain a temperature of 21-24 degrees. Then it is reduced by three days: at night about 8-10, during the day no higher than 15-16 degrees. As for lighting, it should be sufficient. Otherwise, tomato seedlings of the Novichok variety will stretch out and be flimsy.

Water the seedlings as the top lump of earth dries. The appearance of 2-3 true leaves is a signal to pick Novichok tomatoes. This procedure is required. During transplantation, you need to pinch the central root a little to stimulate the development of a powerful root system with lateral shoots.

When growing seedlings, Novichok tomatoes are not fed if the soil is fertile. You can carry out foliar feeding by dusting the plants with wood ash. Water moderately so that the water does not stagnate.

Advice! In order for plants to develop evenly, containers with seedlings must be constantly rotated.

Ten days before planting, Novichok tomatoes are hardened in the open air. The procedure is carried out by gradually increasing the plants’ exposure to air.

Planting seedlings

Tomatoes are planted in accordance with the climatic conditions of the regions, but only after there is no threat of return frosts. In the greenhouse - at the end of May, and in open ground or under temporary film shelters - after June 10.

According to the description and characteristics, pink or red tomatoes of the Novichok variety are planted 7 pieces per square meter in a checkerboard pattern. The planting diagram is in the picture below.

As for agricultural technology, it is traditional. It comes down to watering, fertilizing, loosening the soil and treating against diseases.

Caring for the Novichok tomato variety is simple and pleasant.

Transplantation to a permanent place

As soon as the young seedlings reach the age of 2-2.5 months, they are transplanted to a permanent place. The period for planting in the ground or greenhouse is from April to June.

In greenhouses

The soil for planting is prepared in advance, in the fall. To do this, the ground is properly dug up to remove insects that have made hibernation holes there. Sometimes fertilizers are applied so that the soil is saturated with useful substances. Planting in a greenhouse takes place at the end of spring. Care is no different from care in open ground. The only thing you should not forget about is regular ventilation of the greenhouse.

In the open ground

Seedlings are also planted in the ground in May. The deadline is the beginning of the first month of summer. The soil is dug well and humus and superphosphate are added. The beds or holes should already be prepared: dug, loosened and watered.

A solution of wood ash is added to the soil before planting. Bush planting scheme - 70*30-40 cm. Standard thickening - maximum 7 plants per 1 sq. meter. After the young seedlings are planted, they need to be watered without touching the leaves. Sawdust or straw is sprinkled onto the holes.

Advantages and disadvantages of the variety

Novichok tomatoes are easy to care for and have fairly high yields that can be harvested even when grown outside a greenhouse.

Novichok tomatoes ripen in one wave, which allows you to immediately harvest and begin harvesting

pros

• good taste;
• universal purpose;
• high productivity both in the greenhouse and in the open ground;
• Thick skin ensures long-term storage;
• resistance to diseases and pests;
• retain their presentation even during long transportation.

Minuses

• not suitable for cultivation in Siberia and the Urals;
• average resistance to low temperatures.

Features of care

Why is this tomato variety so popular among gardeners? Because he is very undemanding. The most important thing it needs is timely watering. Fertilizers and top dressing are desirable, but not required. The plant grows beautifully on its own. In order for the plant to grow freely, weeds will be removed from the soil. To allow the plant to breathe, loosening is done. To prevent pain, preventive treatments are carried out against diseases and insects. These works are the basics of gardening.

Watering

Water is the basis of life on the planet. Without it, any creature or plant will die. Therefore, watering plants is the most important thing in care. The water should only be warm. Cold or icy conditions cause rotting of the horse system. Usually everyone has a large tank in their garden, in which the water settles throughout the day.

You need to water the bushes only in the early morning or evening, after sunset. Why morning or evening? Because watering in hot weather causes sunburn on the leaves and stems of plants. The optimal frequency of watering is once a week, up to 5 liters of water per bush.

Feeding

The application of complex mineral fertilizers will strengthen the roots of plants, improve their health and the taste of future fruits. For feeding, use ready-made formulations or prepare them yourself. The best formulations from the store:

1. Nitrogen fertilizers. Needed during periods of active growth;
2. Potassium and phosphorus. Apply during fruit formation;
3. Fertika, Mortar, mullein.

The best fertilizers made independently:

1. “Green smoothie”: infusion of fermented grass (silage);
2. Wood ash dissolved in water;
3. Liquid manure;
4. Bird guano.

The frequency of feeding is 3-4 times throughout the entire season. The first is carried out a couple of weeks after the young animals are transplanted to a permanent place. The next one is in a couple of weeks. And so on until the end of the growing season.

Garter

An important point is the garter, when the bush begins the period of flowering and fruiting. Since the plant is not stamped, without a garter it will bend to the ground. Wooden pegs are usually used for gartering.

Mulching and loosening

Weeding and loosening should be regular. Loosening is carried out immediately after watering in order to saturate the soil with oxygen. It is better to do this with special garden tools. Mulching is also carried out regularly. It will prevent the plant from getting sick and protect the roots from rotting. Also, the mulching procedure will retain moisture in the soil. Dry soil, straw, burlap, and sawdust are suitable for mulch.

How to grow tomatoes Beginner

Caring for Beginner tomatoes is not difficult. They need watering, weeding, loosening the soil, fertilizing and forming bushes.

• Watering is carried out no more than 2 times a week at the root in the early morning or evening hours. For irrigation, use warm, settled water. If tomatoes growing in a greenhouse are watered in the evening, do not close it immediately. Allow to ventilate for 0.5-1.0 hours.
• The first fertilizing is carried out two weeks after transplantation; it is advisable to use organic fertilizers. In the future, 2-3 more feedings are carried out using complex fertilizers.

Tomatoes also need pinching and bush formation.

Diseases and pests

The most common diseases of nightshades are late blight, brown spot and others. The novice tomato has good immunity, due to which it is almost not affected by diseases. Its pests are aphids, mole crickets, Colorado potato beetles and root-knot nematodes.

Disease and pest control

The drugs Fitosporin, Hom or Ordan will help against late blight. The drug Tabu, which can be bought at any farm store, will help against the nasty Colorado potato beetle. A solution of laundry soap (its composition is stronger) will help against aphids. Sometimes the cabbage plant sits on young flowering tomatoes. Their caterpillars eat more than just cabbage. A menthol toothpaste solution will help prevent this.

Preventative treatment

The most common disease, late blight, can be prevented if the soil is not over-moistened. Or sprinkle dry ash on the ground. Insecticides will save you from other possible diseases.

Harvesting and application

As soon as the tomatoes acquire a bright red color, if they are Novichok, or a bright pink color, if they are the subspecies Novichok pink, as well as an elongated cylindrical shape, they are harvested. As a rule, ripening occurs in July and August.

Pick tomatoes carefully so as not to damage either the branches or the tomato itself. For storage, place the fruits in a box lined with newspaper. Do not put too many tomatoes in one box, as the fruits underneath may become bruised. Store the box in a dry place, but not in direct sunlight. The room temperature should not exceed +6 ºС, otherwise the tomatoes will begin to deteriorate.

If there is a need for long-term storage of tomatoes (more than 3 weeks), remove them from the branches slightly unripe and put them in boxes to ripen in the same way.

The harvest has a wide variety of uses: the fruits are convenient to preserve, they fit perfectly into jars and have an excellent taste after pickling. Fresh Novichok tomatoes will decorate the holiday table even in the form of ordinary slices.

We also shouldn’t forget about the beneficial properties of tomatoes: tomatoes are a powerful antioxidant. Lycopene, which is part of the tomato, helps in the treatment of many diseases. In addition, tomatoes have an antibacterial effect, prevent blood clots, and due to the serotonin they contain, they will lift your mood.

Reviews

Below you can read popular reviews about this variety:

Irina, Privolzhsk

Where grown: open ground.

“This is just the perfect variety for our climate! It grows quickly, does not require constant care, and has excellent immunity. During all the time of its growth and flowering, I do not remember that it became infected with anything. And the berries are simply delicious! I’ve been planting for 13 years.”

Ruslan, Moscow

Where it was grown: greenhouse.

“I sometimes grow tomatoes for sale. It makes good money. I chose the newcomer because it tolerates transportation well. Its skin is thick, so I don’t have to worry about them suddenly cracking or spoiling. Moreover, in a greenhouse the yield is much higher. From one bush I collect more than 10 kg. In this regard, a newbie is better for me than Boni mm or Demidov"

Elena, s. Kuibyshevo

Where grown: open ground

“I recently got married and moved to the village with my husband. Naturally, like a real villager, I became a summer resident. My husband loves salted tomatoes. When I was little, my mother salted the rocket all the time. I didn’t like it: the shape was kind of incomprehensible, and it was small and would crack in the jar. I asked my mother-in-law for advice and she advised me to buy a new variety. And I didn’t regret it: its fruits are so smooth and even that I can immediately slip into the jar! Perfect!"

Description of the fruits and their benefits

The fruits of the “Novichok pink” variety have an elongated oval, slightly elongated shape. Vegetables of this mid-early variety, which is not a hybrid, are distinguished by an attractive pink hue. The tomatoes are smooth and even.

In vegetables, the amount of dry matter is 4-6%. Each tomato has from 3 to 5 chambers. Among the advantages of Novichok pink vegetables, experienced gardeners note:

• excellent transportability;
• good keeping quality;
• possibility of long-term storage without loss of presentation and useful properties;
• versatility of using ripe fruits, including fresh consumption, preparing salads, preparing for the winter, whole canning.

In regions with a cool climate, it is recommended to grow tomatoes in a greenhouse. Attention!
The large fruits of this vegetable crop are an ideal basis for making juice. Tomatoes “Novichok pink” have good taste. They are very aromatic, juicy and tasty. One of the advantages of the fruit is that tomatoes do not overripe. Tomatoes are always separated from the stalk well, which avoids their deformation.

The key advantage of the “Novichok Pink” variety is its excellent resistance to over-ripening, root-knot nematode, drought, mechanical damage, macrosporosis and other diseases.

Tomatoes "Novichok pink" are unpretentious in care and resistant to most diseases

Transplantation into open ground

Approximately 6 weeks after germination, flower clusters begin to form. Keep in mind that there are no more than 15 days left to prepare the soil of a greenhouse or outdoor garden. Delaying transplantation most often leads to a drop in yield; plants left longer than expected in a small container, even after moving, will not be able to catch up to the standard height for their variety and will be small. Properly grown seedlings have strong, thick stems, large foliage, and a well-developed root system.

It is better to transplant in warm, windless weather. The beds are prepared in advance, dug up, and the necessary fertilizers are applied. The holes are formed at a distance of 35-45 cm from each other. The holes are made based on the volume of the previous pot, so that the stem can be deepened a few centimeters, then active root formation will soon begin around it, the tomato will adhere better to the soil and become more powerful. The plant is immersed in a hole, sprinkled with earth, compacted, and watered generously with warm water. If necessary, you should provide support pegs for young tomatoes.

Proper care of the Novichok pink variety consists of optimal watering, timely fertilizing, regular loosening of the soil and removal of weeds. This is a standard set of works for growing any vegetable crop in the garden.