How the hybrid was developed
This hybrid was presented to Russian vegetable growers in 2022; the originator of the Alphonse tomato is stated to be Agro, which also officially sells the seeds of this hybrid tomato.
The originators of the variety indicated in the description that the Alphonse F1 tomato can be grown both in greenhouse conditions and in garden beds.
Photo of tomato Alphonse
Currently, the tomato is not yet included in the Russian State Register of Agricultural Achievements, but many summer residents have already grown it in their garden beds and greenhouses and shared their reviews.
Advantages and disadvantages
Alphonse F1 tomatoes are characterized by a very good, balanced taste. They have an attractive presentation. In addition, the hybrid is undemanding to the composition of the soil, tolerates adverse weather conditions, and is resistant to various diseases and pests.
The yield of Alphonse F1 tomatoes in greenhouse conditions is higher than when placed in open ground
Pros:
- good taste;
- attractive presentation;
- resistance to many diseases;
- versatility of use;
- possibility of growing in different climatic conditions;
- low maintenance requirements.
Minuses:
- the seeds do not produce fertile offspring, since the Alphonse F1 tomato is a hybrid;
- the need to purchase seed;
- requires pinching and tying to a support;
- increased productivity can only be achieved in greenhouses and greenhouses.
Tomato Alphonse F1: variety description
This tomato is a hybrid determinate mid-season plant.
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Bushes
Since these tomatoes are determinate, their central shoots reach a certain height and a flower cluster forms on their tops, which stops further growth of the shoot.
Therefore, the Alphonse F1 tomato usually reaches 1 m in height, the bushes themselves are compact and can reach 0.6-0.7 m in diameter.
Since the bushes grow quite tall, they need to be tied to supports when grown in garden beds, and in greenhouse conditions it is better to use trellises for this. Alphonse tomatoes should be formed into no more than 3 shoots
.
On a note!
The variety is distinguished by medium-early fruit ripening - from the moment of germination of the seed material to the harvesting of ripe tomatoes, it usually takes up to 3.5 months.
The shoots are medium leafy, so it is usually not necessary to actively remove the foliage on the bushes of this tomato during the ripening process of the fruit.
Tomato Alphonse F1 - variety description
The foliage is medium in size, more like potato tops. It is narrow, elongated, with sharp ends, dark emerald color.
The flowers are small, yellow, collected in racemes. The first brush is usually formed under 7-8 leaves, and each subsequent brush is formed after one or two leaves. The inflorescences are of a simple type; each raceme usually produces 8-14 ovaries.
Description of fruits
The Alphonse variety is classified as a cherry tomato due to the small size of its fruits. Ripe tomatoes have a plum-like shape, with an average weight of about 30-40 g
.
The skin is compacted, smooth, shiny. At the ripening stage, the color of the peel is yellow, but ripe fruits are rich red
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The pulp is quite fleshy; inside there are up to two seed chambers with a small amount of liquid and underdeveloped seeds. The taste of ripe tomatoes is characteristic of a tomato, quite pleasant.
Tomatoes ripen together with trusses, and they are usually harvested with tassels.
The harvested crop tolerates transportation well and can be stored in a cool place for a long time.
Description and characteristics of tomato Alphonse F1, reviews, photos
New for the 2022 season from the agricultural company Partner.
Medium-early, medium-growing, high-yielding tomato hybrid for greenhouses and open ground.
The plants are compact, up to 1 meter high at the end of the season in open ground. Requires tying to the support and pinning. The manufacturer recommends forming bushes with 3 stems. The first inflorescence is laid above 6-7 leaves, subsequent ones every 1-2 leaves. Brushes of a simple type, 8-14 ovaries each.
The berries are blue-violet, medium in size, with a membranous halo, juicy, pleasant taste with small inedible seeds. Grows quickly and lends itself well to shaping. Seeds germinate in the second or third year. Fruit palatability is high, without overfeeding. The shoots are straight, straight, green, with a slightly raised center. The leaves are ovate, dark green, pubescent on top. The flowers are blue-orange, up to 2 cm in diameter, of medium density, with a characteristic odor. Flowering occurs early and lasts almost 6 months. The bushes are tall and bear fruit at the same time in August. Easily propagated by cuttings and seeds.
Fruit ripening begins 100-110 days after the seedlings emerge.
Main characteristics
Although it is noted that the bushes of this tomato can easily tolerate short periods of drought, it is better not to take risks and follow the watering regime so that the appearance and taste of the ripening fruits do not deteriorate.
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Alphonse tomato yield
For a determinate hybrid with a small fruit size, the yield of Alphonse tomato is very high
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When growing Alphonse F1 tomato in garden beds, about 15 kg of ripe tomatoes are collected from each square of area
,
and in greenhouse conditions the tomato yield is higher - up to 20 kg per square
(when planting 4 plants per 1 m2).
Area of application of fruits
The harvested crop is distinguished by its versatility of use: the fruits are used fresh, added to summer salads and snacks, to decorate dishes, and also for pickling. After all, Alphonse tomatoes do not burst during heat treatment, so they look beautiful in glass jars and have a pleasant taste.
Advantages and disadvantages of the Alphonse F1 hybrid
The main advantages of this tomato include:
- resistance to a number of diseases;
- high yield;
- good fruit taste for a hybrid tomato;
- versatility of the harvested crop;
- fruits tolerate transportation well;
- can be stored under appropriate conditions for quite a long time.
Vegetable growers consider the main disadvantage of this tomato to be the inability to collect its own seed material. Since Alphonse is a hybrid, plants grown from collected seeds do not repeat the positive qualities of the parents.
Planting tomato Alphonse
Tomato Alphonse F1 is grown in seedlings.
The seed material of this tomato is usually planted approximately a couple of months before the planned transplantation of seedlings to a permanent place.
On a note!
Alphonse tomato seeds are usually planted in late February - mid-March, depending on the location of further cultivation and the climatic conditions of the region.
Seed preparation
Since seed material is always purchased in gardening stores, it does not require pre-sowing preparation.
Typically, purchased seeds are only recommended to be soaked in a growth stimulant solution for germination.
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Preparing soil and containers
The nutrient substrate for growing Alfonsa F1 tomato seedlings is purchased in specialized stores; it is loose and contains all the necessary fertilizers for the normal growth and development of tomato seedlings.
Containers for planting seed material are usually disinfected before laying out the soil in them with a light solution of potassium permanganate.
Planting seeds
In the soil laid out in containers, grooves up to 1 cm deep are made into which the sprouted seeds are laid out. Then the grooves are sealed with earth, the soil is sprayed with water from a spray bottle.
Then the containers are covered with film and put in a warm place until the sprouts appear. When the seeds germinate, the polyethylene should be removed and the containers should be moved to a bright place.
Sowing tomato Alphonse F1
Further care of seedlings
In the future, you should regularly water the seedlings with settled water at room temperature, and feed them with nitrogen-containing fertilizers twice during the period of growing the seedlings.
At the stage of two or three true leaves, you should pick the seedlings into separate pots, and a couple of weeks before planting the plants in a permanent place, start hardening the seedlings
.
Planting seedlings in a permanent place
Transplantation of Alphonse tomato seedlings into greenhouses can be done already at the end of April - beginning of May on pre-prepared beds
. And it is better to transplant seedlings into open ground after the threat of spring return frosts has passed - from mid-May to early June, depending on the weather conditions of the growing region.
The beds for planting must be prepared in advance - plant debris is removed, organic matter is added, and the soil is dug up.
Additionally, before planting plants in the holes, you need to add 15-20 g of superphosphate and the same amount of potassium sulfate. Important!
On each square of area in the greenhouse and in the garden, no more than 4 plants are usually planted.
Features of cultivation, planting and care
It is recommended to sow the seeds of this tomato for seedlings 55-60 days before the intended planting in the ground. Caring for seedlings is the same as for other tomatoes. When planting seedlings in a permanent place per 1 sq. Place up to 4 plants per meter of prepared area.
It is recommended to sow the seeds of this tomato for seedlings 55-60 days before the intended planting in the ground. Caring for seedlings is the same as for other tomatoes. When planting seedlings in a permanent place per 1 sq. Place up to 4 plants per meter of prepared area. Fruiting occurs after three to four years, but the harvest can be harvested after seven years. You can grow several offspring on one of the tomato bushes. The fruits ripen in mid-September, but can be eaten as early as early October. How do tomato varieties differ? The difference between a tomato variety and a hybrid is that in the first case this plant bears fruit regardless of temperature, in addition, good fruits have very sweet pulp with a strong nutmeg taste. In the second case, the fruits develop slowly and may not be tasteless, but have juicy pulp. The hybrid also has a high yield, but it is not so sweet, and can be both bitter and sour. Which tomato varieties are best to choose? The vegetable begins to bear fruit early in open ground, so it can be grown in a greenhouse as early as the end of May, but this does not mean that there is always room for planting in a greenhouse. But if you make a greenhouse only in a warm, bright room, then everyone will be happy. Tomato seeds can be bought in a store or grown yourself. Gardeners can grow these fruits in greenhouse conditions, but the highest yield is observed in open ground, because the fruits can withstand many temperature changes, especially in the southern regions of Russia and Ukraine. In this case, you need to take into account several factors that affect productivity: lighting. Daylight hours should be at least 12 hours. It should be bright enough, but diffused; for this it is necessary to install arcs on the south side of the room; humidity. Tomatoes are very demanding of heat; when the plant has too much moisture, the ovaries do not set; plant. Tomato loves heat, so it needs to be grown at a temperature of at least 20 degrees. If you don’t know where to plant seedlings, then plant them in greenhouses, it’s very convenient and not expensive. The productivity of tomatoes depends on the soil. The seedling bed should be high enough so that after planting the seedlings in the greenhouse, it is protected from rain and is a sufficiently bright room. You should not plant these plants
Further care consists of timely watering, removal of shoots, application of complex fertilizers and preventive treatment against diseases and pests.
Transplantation The first corms are planted at the end of May. It is recommended to plant 2 plants in one hole at a distance of 30 cm. By the time of transplantation, the corm should be no older than 2 years. Be sure to maintain distance between plants. Corms need to be checked. When choosing a place to plant corms, pay special attention to neighboring plants and dig up the soil so that perennial flowers do not grow nearby. Preparing the planting hole Dig a small hole (30 × 40 cm in diameter) to a depth of 30 centimeters. Gently mix the soil between plants using a shovel. Add fertilizer to the soil so that the corm roots can breathe freely. Then pour out the water and water a little. Planting Before planting corms, you need to straighten the roots a little so that there is no damage to their root system and errors during the procedure. To do this, lightly crush the corms with your fingers and carefully scatter them around the area. Remove settled corms immediately to prevent them from rotting. When placing tubers in holes, follow the manufacturer's instructions. When planting the corms, place them so that the edges touch. Under no circumstances should the tuber touch the ground. If you did everything correctly, then after 7–10 days sprouts will form on the surface of the soil. Spring replanting In the spring, when the snow has not yet melted, it is time to put the tuber plants in order. When replanting them, follow the manufacturer's recommendations. The corms are covered halfway with soil and sprinkled with soil on top and lightly watered. Second method: You will not be able to grow a full-fledged plant from a corm if you plant the corm too deeply. From 2-3 tubers you can create a beautiful plant that will bloom well. To do this, you need to lower the corm into the same soil where the previous corms grew. If the plant does not tolerate severe shaking, it is immediately placed in a larger container. Corms are planted in open ground in April. They can be planted in pots and flower beds, as well as placed in
Further care for the Alphonse tomato
In the future, tomatoes of this variety are regularly watered, preventing the top layer of soil from drying out.
A couple of weeks after transplanting the seedlings to a permanent place, they should be fed with nitrogen-containing fertilizers
.
After buds appear on the bushes, fertilizing with nitrogen is replaced with fertilizers containing phosphorus and potassium
.
Such fertilizing activates the formation of ovaries, and subsequently the formation of fruits, accelerates their ripening and improves the taste of ripe tomatoes.
Diseases and pests
The originators of this hybrid say that the Alphonse tomato has good immunity, so it is not affected by bacteriosis, tomato mosaic virus and Alternaria.
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However, harmful insects may appear on the bushes of this tomato, which have to be fought with folk remedies when there are few pests. If their colony has grown, then appropriate insecticides should be used.
Characteristics of tomato Alphonse
The culture is a hybrid. Alphonse tomatoes tolerate adverse weather conditions well, do not require care, and are resistant to common diseases and pests. The crop can be cultivated in most regions of Russia.
Alphonse tomato yield
Alphonse tomatoes are intended for cultivation in open ground and greenhouses. This is a productive crop that produces up to 15 kg per 1 m². Under greenhouse growing conditions, the yield increases and reaches 20 kg per 1 m2, subject to a planting density of 3-4 bushes per square meter.
According to the ripening period, Alphonse tomatoes are classified as mid-season. The fruits begin to form 3.5-4 months after emergence.
Resistance to diseases and pests
Alphonse tomatoes are characterized by good resistance to typical diseases: bacteriosis, tomato mosaic virus and Alternaria. However, the crop may suffer from pests. Therefore, it is recommended to periodically inspect the bushes and, if necessary, treat them with folk remedies, fungicides or insecticides.
How to use
Despite the fact that Alphonse F1 tomatoes belong to the “cherry” category, they are characterized by universal use. These tomatoes are suitable for fresh consumption, preparing vegetable appetizers, salads, first and second courses. The fruits can also be used for preservation - pickles and pickling.
Tomato Alphonse F1: reviews from those who planted the hybrid
Maria, 50 years old, Moscow region This season, a gardening store offered me a new tomato variety - Alphonse. I was attracted by its positive characteristics, so I bought a bag of seeds, planted them as seedlings, then transferred the grown seedlings to the greenhouse. I cared for the plants according to all the rules, and as a result, 3.5 months after germination, I collected about 5 kg of ripe, tasty fruits from each bush. This tomato did not require special care, so I will definitely plant it next year.
Tatyana, 44 years old, Samara This year she planted a new product from her Partner in her garden - the Alphonse tomato. I can say that the variety is really productive, the collected fruits were used not only for food - some of the fruits were closed for the winter. The taste of the Alphonse tomato is very good. The only inconvenience is that you cannot collect seeds from the bushes, since Alphonse is a hybrid.
Natalya, 49 years old, Volgograd region Last season I bought a bag of seeds of this variety, the seller said that the variety was new, but highly productive. As a result, I can say that the Alphonse tomato bushes are quite tall, and during the ripening period they are practically covered with clusters of ripening fruits. But I don't really like such small tomatoes. But they turned out to be quite good pickled ones - they didn’t burst and tasted good, so I recommend this variety for purchase. The downside is the price is about 100 rubles per package, but now this is the norm for a good tomato hybrid.
Although this tomato appeared recently, some vegetable growers are already planting it in their garden beds or in greenhouses. They are attracted by the high yield of the Alphonse tomato, the excellent taste of the fruit and its relative unpretentiousness.
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Planting and care
Despite the fact that the Alpha tomato can be grown without seedlings, it is better not to use it. The seedling method guarantees the highest germination of seeds.
To prevent diseases, before planting, it is advisable to treat the seeds with a manganese solution and dry them. After processing, they are sown in moist soil in peat or plastic containers.
At 40-45 days, the seedlings are transplanted into open ground. The choice of planting site is in favor of fertile soils due to the fact that this variety is actively growing. Since tomato bushes are compact, they are planted 6-7 pieces per square meter and a wooden stake is placed next to each one.
Some sources say that low-growing plants do not require staking. But it is worth considering that the large weight of the fruit can break the branches or stem of the tomato and lead to its death.
Tomato care involves regular watering with warm water when the soil dries out. In between, weeding and loosening are carried out. Several times a season, plants are fed with mineral and organic fertilizers.
