We get a record harvest with the “Hali Gali” tomato: life hacks for gardeners and basic rules for caring for a hybrid

Description of the hybrid

Khali-gali F1 is a determinate early-ripening tomato hybrid . From the moment the seeds are planted, the first fruits ripen in 80-95 days. In greenhouse conditions they will ripen 15 days earlier. The standard bush reaches a height of 90 cm, the leaves are light green and medium in size. The inflorescence is simple, the first bud occurs above the 5th-7th leaf.

Hybrid f1

Like most modern hybrids, the Hali-gali F1 tomato has innate resistance to fungal diseases . It will not be possible to independently prepare seeds for subsequent propagation while maintaining the purity of the characteristics. Marking F1 indicates the need to buy seed in the store.

Distinctive features

An early-ripening tomato is resistant to sudden temperature changes . It does not pollinate on its own. To attract bees to the beds, it is recommended to plant honey-bearing flowers: calendula, matthiola, mignonette. Shows excellent results when grown on the balcony of a city apartment.

Fruit characteristics and yield

It is easy to distinguish the fruits of the hybrid from other red tomatoes for greenhouse selection - at the tip of the Khali-gali there is a kind of pointed “nose”. The shape is round, the skin is dense. The weight of a ripe tomato reaches 100-170 g.

Tomatoes have excellent taste . Well preserved during transportation. The amount of harvest directly depends on the growing method. The yield per 1 m2 in a greenhouse reaches 13 kg, in open ground 9 kg per 1 m2.

Characteristics and description of the Hali Gali tomato variety, its yield

The Hali Gali tomato has not only a funny name. It puts the appearance of the fruit in a cheerful mood, round with a small nose. This hybrid, which appeared recently, can be grown in open ground in the south. In Siberia and the Urals under temporary shelter or in any type of greenhouse.

Description

Hali Gali f1 tomatoes will ripen early. It belongs to the group of early ripening hybrids. From the appearance of the first shoots to the harvesting of mature fruits, a little more than 100 days (100-110) pass. According to the growth type of Hali Gali tomatoes, they are determinate. The growth of the bush in open ground is 80 cm (100 cm). The bushes are powerful, densely covered with medium-sized foliage. The first inflorescence is formed above the 5th or 7th inflorescence.

Fruit

The fruits are rather large. The average weight does not exceed 250 g. The color of the pulp and skin of ripe tomatoes is bright, rich, red. The original shape is round with an elongated nose, very attractive for gardeners involved in harvesting.

Tomatoes with a spout look beautiful in jars with winter pickles. The taste of the fruit is excellent. Early tomatoes at the beginning of summer are the main suppliers of vitamins. They are used to prepare delicious summer salads, gazpacho soup, and sauces for meat.

The yield for an open ground hybrid is 8 kg per 1 m², when grown in a greenhouse it is almost 2 times higher (15 kg/m²). This number of tomatoes, subject to the planting pattern in a 50 * 40 cm OG, is approximately up to 5 roots per square meter.

Advantages

Properties that are important when analyzing a variety are given in the table.

About the shortcomings. A large harvest is obtained only by using fertilizers. Without root or foliar feeding, it is below average.

What gardeners say

By studying reviews from gardeners, it is easier to understand whether a particular variety is needed this season and how many roots to plant.

Last season I planted some Hali Gali roots. He didn’t like the climate or my care, but his yield was average, the taste was below 4 points, and not all tomatoes had spouts. Maybe the seeds were not of good quality.

Sergey, Michurinsk

Khali Gali has been in our greenhouse for four years now. We plant only 4 bushes. We place it on 1 m². We feed and groom. We remove a bucket of tomatoes from each bush.

Landing

The hybrid is early in maturity, so you can sow seeds for seedlings in March and April. In both cases, the tomatoes will have time to ripen. The process of growing seedlings before transplanting into a greenhouse or greenhouse will take 50-60 days. When young tomatoes reach this age, they tolerate stress during transplantation more easily, suffer less pain, and bloom faster.

Advice. Sow seeds in low boxes. Cover them with film, creating a favorable environment for rapid germination. Dive when the sprouts reach 5 cm.

In the non-chernozem zone, they are planted in the garden on the 10th of June, under arcs on May 15-20, and in the greenhouse after April 20. You can achieve a good harvest if you follow the planting scheme; planting more than 6 roots per 1 m² is not recommended.

Basic care begins 2 weeks after the seedlings are planted in the greenhouse (greenhouse). First of all, the tomatoes are watered and fed. It is not necessary to buy mineral fertilizers for feeding.

Feed the second time when Hali Gali blooms, the third time when the ovaries begin to form. During fruit set, use fertilizers that include potassium and phosphorus.

How to grow seedlings

The tomato hybrid Hali-gali is grown by seedlings .

Seed preparation

Seeds for seedlings for the greenhouse are sown in January-February, for soil in March-April . Store-bought hybrid grains are pre-calibrated and there is no need to sort them before planting.

Sellers store seed in the cold in warehouse conditions, where it lies dormant. Warming will awaken the seeds and shorten the period before the first leaves appear. To do this, the packaging is tied to a heating radiator for 2-3 weeks.

On a note! Hybrid seeds are not sown dry. Immediately on the day of sowing, they are soaked in the Humate solution for 1-2 hours.

Container and soil

For seedlings, tomato seeds are planted in boxes with sides up to 10 cm high . A drainage layer of expanded clay 1-2 cm thick is placed on the bottom of the container. Fill to the top with the prepared nutrient mixture.

The optimal composition of the soil mixture for tomatoes:

• 2 parts peat;
• 1 part of land;
• 1 part compost;
• 0.5 parts sand.

Add one glass of wood ash to one bucket of the resulting mixture to reduce the overall acidity. If the soil is heavy, add a small amount of sphagnum moss. This will allow the root system of the tomato sprouts to “breathe”.

Sowing

Seeds of hybrid tomatoes are sown in boxes with a nutrient mixture, 1 piece each. into the hole. They are buried by 2-2.5 cm. The soil is generously sprayed with melt or rainwater. Cover the top with a thin 1 cm layer of soil. Cover with film and place in a warm place.

Other early ripening varieties:

Large-fruited tomato for universal use "Strega f1"

Early ripening tomato for the southern regions of the country “Polonaise f1”

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Growing and care

After the first shoots appear, the boxes with seedlings are placed on an insulated windowsill. If possible, arrange illumination with fluorescent lamps. The total daylight hours should be 16 hours.

It is important not to dry out young tomato shoots . After pipping, the film on the box is lifted daily, the ground is sprayed and covered again. The cover is completely removed after 10-15 days. At a temperature outside the window of +15-20 ° C, the sprouts are “walked” in the air, starting from 5 minutes a day.

At the age of 2-3 weeks, the seedlings are fed with ready-made humic fertilizers according to the recommendations indicated on the package. After 3-4 days, the plants are transplanted into individual containers, for example, peat pots.

On a note! Pinching the root injures the plant and causes a delay in fruiting for 1-2 weeks.

Landing

The hybrid is early in maturity, so you can sow seeds for seedlings in March and April. In both cases, the tomatoes will have time to ripen. The process of growing seedlings before transplanting into a greenhouse or greenhouse will take 50-60 days. When young tomatoes reach this age, they tolerate stress during transplantation more easily, suffer less pain, and bloom faster.

Advice. Sow seeds in low boxes. Cover them with film, creating a favorable environment for rapid germination. Dive when the sprouts reach 5 cm.

It is important to correctly determine the time when it is necessary to transplant into the greenhouse (greenhouse); there are no tomatoes that are not afraid of spring frosts and this must be taken into account when planting. In the non-chernozem zone, they are planted in the garden on the 10th of June, under arcs on May 15-20, and in the greenhouse after April 20. You can achieve a good harvest if you follow the planting scheme; planting more than 6 roots per 1 m² is not recommended

You can achieve a good harvest if you follow the planting scheme; planting more than 6 roots per 1 m² is not recommended.

In the non-chernozem zone, they are planted in the garden on the 10th of June, under arcs on May 15-20, and in the greenhouse after April 20. You can achieve a good harvest if you follow the planting scheme; planting more than 6 roots per 1 m² is not recommended.

How to grow tomatoes

There are no particular differences in the agricultural technology of the Khali-gali F1 hybrid . Like any other tomatoes, these tomatoes require soil moisture, timely fertilizing and compliance with the humidity regime. The only caveat is that additional pollination is required.

Landing

At the age of 55-60 days, the hybrid tomato Hali-gali F1 is planted in a permanent place on a cloudy day in the early morning. By this time, the sprout reaches 40-45 cm and forms 5-6 leaves. Plants are placed at a distance of 40 cm, row spacing is 50 cm. After planting, water generously.

Secrets of planting tomato seedlings

Care

Regular care of Hali-gali tomatoes includes the following steps :

1. Periodic loosening of the surface layer of soil.
2. Water abundantly in the early morning or at sunset 1-2 times a week.
3. Constant hilling with an interval of 14-15 days 3-4 times a season.
4. Pinching of axillary inflorescences and lower leaves.
5. First feeding at the age of 14-15 days after planting.
6. The second - during the flowering period of the second cluster.

On a note! The plant is formed in such a way that an adult bush consists of 1 or 2 shoots.

Features of cultivation and possible difficulties

The Hali-gali hybrid tomato needs additional pollination . To do this, shake the bush slightly once a day during the period of abundant flowering. This will help the pollen settle on the stamens and produce a good ovary. The trunk of the tomato and the main branches must be tied up to avoid breaking off under the weight of ripe tomato bunches.

To obtain a full harvest, give preference to complex mineral fertilizers .

Diseases and pests

Like any hybrid, the Hali-gali F1 tomato is resistant to late blight, bacterial spot and tobacco mosaic virus.
Insect pests pose a particular danger to hybrid tomatoes . To combat them, ready-made drugs are used:

• Colorado potato beetle - spraying with the preparations “Bitoxibacillin”, “Actarofit” at the rate of 100 ml per 10 liters of water;
• May beetle - adding biological preparations “Metarizin”, “Boverin”, “Entocid” to the soil;
• root-knot nematode - treatment with biological products "Boverin", "Metarizin" and "Entocid";
• cutworm caterpillar - spraying the vegetative part with Lepidocide;
• aphids - treatment with “Bitoxibacillin”.

When the first dangerous insects appear on tomato beds, it is necessary to deep loosen the soil and manually collect the larvae.

On a note! The cockchafer, a dangerous pest of the root system of tomatoes, does not like lupine and cruciferous plants. The combination of tomatoes with cabbage, radish, and mustard gives good results.

The nuances of growing in open ground and in a greenhouse

The Hali-gali tomato is resistant to high temperatures . When planting in the ground, it requires regular loosening of the soil, pinching and tying up the stems.

Growing in open ground is more suitable for the southern regions . In the middle zone, seedlings need to be covered with film until persistent heat sets in. In more northern areas they are suitable for cultivation in heated greenhouses. Prevention of disease in hybrid tomatoes in closed conditions will include regular loosening of the soil, ventilation, and adherence to lighting conditions.

Description of the tomato variety Hali-gali, its characteristics and yield

In 2003, thanks to breeders from Siberia, the hybrid variety Khali-gali f1, which is resistant to fungal infections, entered the market. Plants do not require much physical care. They can be grown both in greenhouse conditions and in the open air. Tomatoes ripen early. Today, many gardeners choose this particular variety for its positive qualities.

Description of the variety

The Hali-gali tomato is an early ripening variety. The shape of the vegetables is round and the skin is thick. Ripe tomatoes weigh on average 150 grams. They are used for canning and preparing ready meals. They have amazing taste.

Plants reach about 80–90 cm in height. The foliage of the bushes is medium in size and has a rich light shade. The amount of harvest directly depends on where Khali-gali was planted: in a greenhouse (13 kilograms per 1 m2) or in the open air (9 kilograms per 1 m2). In greenhouse conditions, tomatoes ripen 2 weeks earlier.

Nectar is not contained in the inflorescences of these plants, so some gardeners independently pollinate them, while others use various methods to attract bees. It is recommended to grow Khali-gali in beds without shelter in the North Caucasus and the south of the country. This tomato variety can be planted under film in the following areas:

• Central Russia;
• Ural.
• Siberia.

Growing

Hali-gali is a hybrid, and therefore seed material is purchased only in stores, since it will not be possible to prepare it yourself. You also need a nutritional mixture, which you can buy or mix the necessary components yourself.

First you need to prepare containers for seedlings. First, drainage (expanded clay) is poured into them, then a wet nutrient mixture. Holes are made in the containers into which the seeds are dropped.

The seedlings are covered with polyethylene and placed on the windowsill

It is important to meet all three conditions:

1. Warm. At first the temperature is maintained within 22–25 °C, but after removing the film from the containers, it is necessary to reduce it to 17–19 °C.
2. Light. April is a month in which daylight hours are short. To provide the seedlings with the necessary illumination, it is necessary to artificially create illumination for them.
3. Humidity. You need to monitor the condition of the soil and water the sprouts regularly.

According to the instructions, the seeds are sown 50–60 days before moving the seedlings to the garden plot. If tomatoes are planned to be grown under film, then sowing begins 2–3 weeks earlier. Experts have determined the following favorable time for sowing:

• south of Russia - February 20 - March 15;
• Central Federal District - March 15 - April 1;
• Ural and Siberia - April 1–15.

For tomatoes of this variety, you should choose fertile soil and a well-lit area. There is no need to plant Khali-gali in the same place where tomatoes grew last year, as diseases tend to be transmitted through the soil. It will be a positive thing if last summer legumes, green crops and root crops (except potatoes) were grown in this area.

It is allowed to place several different varieties on one ridge. It is best to plant seedlings in open areas in early June, when frost is no longer a threat. Under film - from May 10 to 15. The best time to transplant plants is evening or a non-sunny day.

A distance of 40 cm must be maintained between seedlings, and 50 cm between rows. The stems must be positioned vertically. The growth point is not buried. At the end of planting, the bushes should be watered well.

Features of care

In order for the yield of planted Hali-gali tomatoes to be at its best, it is important to care for the plants. All care comes down to the following:

1. Hilling up every 14 days after transplantation, a total of 3-4 times.
2. Loosening around the roots to keep the soil soft and airy.
3. Watering is abundant and infrequent.
4. Stepsonning. Axillary inflorescences and lower leaves should be removed.
5. Fertilizer application. The first is applied 2 weeks after planting, and again - immediately when the 2nd flower cluster begins to bloom.

Advantages and disadvantages

The positive properties of Hali-gali tomatoes are as follows:

• good tolerance to lack of humidity, thanks to which the crop grows quietly on balconies;
• resistance to air temperature fluctuations;
• contains a large amount of sugar, which will certainly appeal to many, even children;
• fruiting within 3 months.

Disadvantages include regular fertilization of plants and low yields.

Advantages and disadvantages

Hybrid Khali-gali F1 is demanding when it comes to feeding, especially in greenhouse conditions . But this fact can hardly be attributed to obvious shortcomings.

The undeniable advantages include:

• early ripening of fruits;
• tolerance to lack of moisture;
• resistance to fungal diseases;
• excellent transportability.

The Hali-gali tomato will be appreciated by amateurs and experienced farmers. Growing a hybrid does not require in-depth knowledge of gardening and will be a good experience for beginners . To obtain a rich harvest, it is enough to pay attention to timely feeding and rooting of plants.

Farmer reviews

Marina, Krasnodar region : “We planted the Khali-gali hybrid in open ground on April 1, 10 bushes for testing. Among the advantages, I would like to note excellent taste. The fruits are dense, fleshy, aromatic. Phytophthora has been spared; not a single bush is infected. It caused trouble only during fruiting, the branches were strongly inclined to the ground and had to be tied up urgently.”

Konstantin, Kazan : “This is my second year growing tomatoes. The seedlings were planted in the greenhouse on May 3. The first clusters with full green fruits appeared in early July. The yield is excellent, I collected 15 kg from the bush. The fruits look as bright as in the photo. This result is obtained with abundant watering once a week. It branches heavily, and attention must be paid to pinching.”

Vasily Petrovich, Moscow region : “I am interested in growing tomatoes, peppers, and cucumbers in a greenhouse. I tried Khali-gali in 2005 and have been planting it constantly since then. Taste sweet, aromatic. I noticed that they like complex fertilizers. They respond well to Gumat. I try to tie it up on the day of disembarkation, so as not to crawl on the ground later. I gradually increase the support as I grow. I’m not going to change for others.”

Growing

Caring for determinate varieties consists of the following manipulations:

• Hilling is performed several times. The first time it should be done two weeks after planting the seedlings. The next hilling is carried out after another 14 days and so on 2 more times.
• The soil should be loosened regularly, since throughout the entire growing period the soil around the root system should remain airy.
• Watering is carried out as needed.
• Pinching allows you to form a bush with 1 or several shoots. Throughout the entire period of development of the bush, axillary inflorescences should be removed, as they take away the strength of the bush, as a result of which the yield of tomatoes decreases. For the same purpose, the lower leaves are also removed.
• Fertilizers are applied 2 weeks after planting in open ground or in a greenhouse. The next fertilization is carried out after the appearance of the second inflorescences.

Advice! To improve flower pollination, some gardeners gently shake the bushes from time to time. This is done during the day from 12 to 15 hours. Tomatoes with pistils are lightly watered so that pollen adheres to them more easily.