Tomato “Katya F1” is an ultra-early hybrid with excellent varietal and commercial characteristics. The variety quickly gained popularity among gardeners, captivating them with the simplicity of agricultural technology and the taste of the fruit. Let’s find out what else is remarkable about “Katya”, how to plant and grow it?
Pack of tomato seeds “Katya”
Tomato “Katya” on a branch
Description and characteristics of "Katya"
"Katya F1" is a universal tomato. The hybrid has excellent varietal characteristics and is actively grown under film, in polycarbonate greenhouses, and simply in open ground.
Region and growing conditions
Recommended growing region is North Caucasus. In fact, the “Katya” tomato is grown by gardeners from various regions of the Russian Federation, as it grows excellently both in open ground and in greenhouse conditions.
How to properly grow tomatoes in open ground, read here.
Description of the variety
Brief botanical description:
- Bush. Height -60 cm. Determinate - limited in growth. The foliage is weak - there is no need to thin out the green mass often.
- Flowers and fruits. The inflorescences are simple, with 7 to 15 ovaries in the raceme. The first inflorescence is formed above the 5th leaf. Fruit weight - 80-120 g. Tomatoes are the same size, flat-round, not ribbed, slightly flattened. There are few seeds inside the fruit - one seed nest contains only three seeds. The color when ripe is uniform, at first light green, which gradually turns into bright red. There are no stains or inclusions.
“Kati” fruits have a dry matter content of 4.6% and sugar content of 2.9%.
Varietal characteristics
"Katya" refers to early ripening, ultra-early hybrids. To get fresh tomatoes early, even in the southern regions they use seedlings.
Varietal characteristics of the hybrid "Katya":
- The fruits ripen together. From the moment of germination to the appearance of the first ripe tomatoes, 75-80 days pass.
- Resistant to high humidity and drought.
- Resistance to diseases - blossom end rot, tobacco mosaic virus, late blight, alternaria.
- 85-95% of the fruits have an excellent presentation.
- Well transported.
- The taste is pleasant, with sweetish notes. Slight sourness, sugary pulp.
“Katya” tomatoes are hybrids, so seeds taken from grown tomatoes do not repeat the parental characteristics. Seed material must be purchased annually.
Purpose of fruits
“Katya” is valued for its versatility. The excellent taste of the hybrid is combined with its suitability for a variety of preparations. These tomatoes are delicious fresh, they can be eaten whole, in the form of salads, dried, juiced, pastes and sauces. Tomatoes are suitable for whole-fruit canning.
Watch a video review of the hybrid tomato “Katya”:
Productivity
Productivity of tomato "Katya F1":
- in open ground - 8-10 kg per 1 sq. m;
- in a greenhouse - 12-15 kg per 1 sq. m.
This yield is considered quite high for an early variety. A good harvest is convenient when growing crops for sale. For comparison, Table 1 shows the yields of other popular tomato varieties. The indicated values are for open ground.
Table 1
| Variety | Productivity, kg per 1 sq. m |
| King of the market | 10-12 |
| The president | 7-9 |
| Lazy | 13-15 |
| Summer resident | 4-5 |
| Doll | 8-9 |
| Lady Shady | 7-8 |
| Fat Jack | 5-6 |
| Gulliver | 6-8 |
Transportability
“Katya” fruits have a high density, they are easily transported, do not leak or squash. During transportation they do not crack and do not lose their presentation.
If tomatoes are picked for sale and are to be transported, it is better to take them in a state of blanche ripeness. After a few days, while the tomatoes are in transit, they will become marketable.
History of variety development
This tomato variety was bred at the beginning of this century by Russian breeders Yu. B. Alekseev and S. V. Balabonyuk. And the originator of the variety is declared. Thanks to its positive characteristics, the Katya tomato is already grown by vegetable growers from different Russian regions in their gardens, greenhouses and greenhouses.
Photo of tomato Katya F1
The variety passed tests and in 2013 was included in the Russian State Register of Agricultural Achievements.
The tests took place in the North Caucasus, but this tomato is recommended for cultivation in almost all regions of the country.
Important!
The Katya tomato is a hybrid, so it will not be possible to collect seed material from its fruits - the plants grown from it will not have all the positive parental qualities. Therefore, Katya has to buy tomato seeds every year in specialized stores.
Advantages and disadvantages of the variety
The secret of the popularity of “Katya” is the combination of two varietal characteristics, which are of decisive importance for gardeners and summer residents. These tomatoes are tasty, productive and easy to care for. But these are far from the only advantages of the hybrid.
Pros:
- high precocity;
- friendly ripening of fruits;
- undemanding to the composition of the soil;
- high taste and commercial qualities of fruits;
- high yields;
- resistance to diseases characteristic of nightshades;
- resistance to temperature changes and drought - can withstand several days without watering without damaging the crop;
- simple agricultural technology - do not require tying or pinching;
- good keeping quality - fruits picked brown are ripened efficiently without losing their taste;
- versatility of fruit use.
Many of the benefits of "Katya" are easily explained by its botanical characteristics. For example, high yields and excellent fruit characteristics are associated with the low foliage of the bush - it spends most of its energy on ripening tomatoes.
Minuses:
- due to the severity of the fruits, branches may break;
- in rainy weather, plants can be affected by phomosis and mosaic;
- demanding feeding - lack of nutrition causes a drop in yield.
Variety varieties
The hybrid "Katya" has a variety that differs only in one quality - color. It is not difficult to guess that “Pink Katya” has fruits that are not red, but pink.
All other characteristics of the hybrids are the same - bush height, early ripening, transportability, etc. But in terms of productivity, the pink analogue even surpasses the red “Katya”; in greenhouses it reaches 18 kg per 1 sq. m.
Pink Katya
Differences from other varieties
Comparing “Katya” and its pink variety with early varieties of tomatoes, it is easy to notice:
- Their sugar content is lower than that of "Bull's Heart".
- Ripens earlier than many early varieties. For example, he is 2 weeks ahead of “Lyan”.
- The Mongolian Dwarf is superior in taste.
- The productivity of “Yablonka Rossii” and “Siberian early ripening” is twice as high.
- Significantly superior to “Classic White” in disease resistance.
- It is transported better than "Betta" and many other varieties.
Main characteristics
Ripe Katya tomato fruits are approximately the same size and average weight of 120-130 g. Their shape is round, slightly flattened. Tomatoes are compact and quite elastic. The skin is of medium thickness, smooth, with a slight gloss, rich red color. The color of ripe tomatoes is the same over the entire surface of the fruit, without green spots on the stalks.
The pulp is juicy, with several seed chambers. There are few seeds in them, all of them are mostly in their infancy.
Photo of tomato pulp Katya
On a note!
The taste of ripe Katya tomatoes is sweetish with a characteristic sourness. The fruits are not prone to cracking during ripening.
The amount of sugars in ripened tomatoes is about 2.9%, and dry substances – up to 4.8%.
Katya tomatoes are distinguished by excellent taste and presentation; they do not burst or spoil when transported over any distance. It is better to transport them in a state of incomplete maturation.
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The harvested crop can be stored after harvesting for a long time; if the fruits are collected green, then they ripen perfectly at home, without losing their taste, do not wither and do not begin to rot.
Ripe fruits are of universal use. They are eaten fresh, added to vegetable salads, various snacks, and also canned. These fruits make delicious tomato juice and various sauces.
Features of growing seedlings of the “Katya” variety
Tomato "Katya" can be sown with seeds, but growing by seedlings is considered more effective. Without seedlings, the early maturity of the hybrid will not bring much benefit. The peculiarity of the hybrid is an early harvest, and only seedlings allow you to take full advantage of this advantage.
Soil requirements
Optimal soils are sandy and loamy. High breathability is welcome. Seeds for seedlings are sown in soil covered with film or in containers filled with soil mixture. The latter can be purchased in agricultural stores - there are mixtures specifically for tomato seedlings.
If seeds are sown in the soil, it must be properly prepared. To find out your soil type, simply wet and knead a handful of soil in your hand. If a tube rolled between the palms cracks when bent, the soil is loamy; if it does not crack, it is clayey.
Any of the soils must be fertilized - this is the only way to count on high yields and good taste of tomatoes.
Fertilizing open ground depends on the type of soil:
- Sour. Once every 3-4 years, add dolomite flour or lime - 300-600 g per 1 square meter. m.
- Heavy clayey. For 1 sq. m, add 2 buckets of rotted manure. Compost will work instead of manure. A bucket of sand will be useful - it is soaked in advance with a urea solution (150 g per bucket of water).
Timing for planting seeds
When sowing seeds, it is necessary to take into account that the seedlings will be ready in about 2 months. By this time, if planting in open ground, the weather should be warm outside. Each region has its own landing dates. So, in the North Caucasus region, sowing of seedlings begins in winter - in February, and before May Day the seedlings are ready for planting.
In the middle zone, planting in the ground is risky before the beginning of summer, so for open ground seedlings are sown at the end of March. Planting will take place in early June, and by early July it will be possible to pick the first tomatoes.
Approximately 100 days pass from the emergence of seedlings to the harvesting of fruits. Based on this figure, the timing of sowing, planting seedlings and harvesting is calculated.
Seed preparation
Hybrid seeds are prepared for sowing as standard - they go through all stages of preparation aimed at increasing germination, including:
- Calibrate - select suitable specimens.
- Disinfect in a solution of potassium permanganate.
- Wash after disinfection and soak.
- They are hardened before sowing at a temperature of 0-3 degrees for 16 hours. To do this, the seeds are placed on the top shelf of the refrigerator.
When sprouting, it is important not to overcook the seeds - the sprouts should not turn into long thin threads. Read more about germinating tomato seeds here.
Sowing tomatoes for seedlings
You can use any containers, boxes, boxes for seedlings. But it is best to use special seedling containers. There are holes at the bottom through which excess moisture is drained. If they are not provided for, the seedlings will become infected with blackleg. Instead of a store-bought substrate, you can use a peat-sand mixture - the ingredients are taken in equal parts.
Sowing order:
- The substrate or soil mixture is watered abundantly.
- Before sowing, seeds are heated for 2 days at +30 °C, then for 3 days at +50 °C.
- The seeds are buried 1-2 cm. An interval of 2-3 cm is maintained between adjacent seeds. You cannot sow tomatoes densely - the seedlings will grow weak, thin, and non-viable.
- The crops are covered with film or glass.
How to care for seedlings?
Features of caring for seedlings:
- From the moment of sowing until germination, the temperature is maintained at +22-25 °C.
- As soon as the sprouts appear, the film is removed so that the seedlings do not suffocate in the fumes.
- The temperature is lowered to 18 °C, then raised again to 20-24 °C.
- Seedlings are provided with sufficient lighting. It is usually placed on the windowsill.
- Water the seedlings as needed using a spray bottle. Plants cannot be overwatered.
Picking seedlings
After 10-12 days, when the seedlings have 2-3 true leaves, they are planted in separate containers. If this is not done, the seedlings will become excessively elongated.
Picking features:
- Picked plants are buried in the soil to the level of cotyledon leaves.
- Seedlings are watered rarely and moderately. The water is only warm.
- Feed 1-2 times with mineral complex fertilizers or a solution of wood ash.
- If the seedlings begin to stretch, turn on additional lighting.
- A week before planting the seedlings in the ground, hardening begins - they are periodically taken outside for a short time.
“Kati” seedlings, with proper agricultural technology, grow strong and stocky. It is never too long. The usual height of seedlings ready for planting is 15-20 cm.
Find more information about picking tomato seedlings here.
Description
A hybrid of domestic selection, bred by specialists of the Semko-Junior LLC company. The authorship belongs to Yu. B. Alekseev and S. V. Balabanyuk.
Tomato Katya F1 was included in the lists of the State Register of the Russian Federation in 2007. It is recommended for the North Caucasus region, but is successfully grown throughout the country. Planting in the south is practiced in open ridges, in other areas - in greenhouses or under shelters. The description of the variety is well displayed in the table.
| Category | First generation hybrid form (F1 marking) |
| Purpose | Salad |
| Ripening period | Ultra early |
| Plant type | Determinant |
| Cultivation conditions | Open ground, greenhouses |
| Plant height | 0.6-0.7 m |
Katya F1 belongs to the raceme type tomatoes (cluster group).
Distinctive features of such hybrids are the simultaneous ripening of fruits in the cluster and high yields.
The leaves are medium-sized, slightly pubescent, bright green. The inflorescences are simple, the stalks are articulated. The first brush is formed after the fifth or sixth leaf, and after two more the subsequent ones appear.
The plant is resistant to major crop diseases and shows tolerance to late blight and TMV. Those who grew tomatoes note resistance to blossom end rot.
From reviews:
Inna, Krasnoyarsk region
She led the bush into three trunks. The neighboring varieties in the greenhouse are amazed by the top, but Katya doesn’t care! Excellent variety, I didn’t regret choosing it. I stocked up on seeds and will plant them in the new season.
Planting seedlings in open ground
The easiest and least expensive way to grow tomatoes is to plant seedlings in open ground. There is no need to spend money on film, you don’t need a greenhouse - the seedlings are planted in the open air.
Timing for planting seedlings of the “Katya” variety in open ground
Planting seedlings in open ground is possible only with the complete exclusion of returning cold weather. Otherwise, a temporary film shelter will be organized. Each region has its own landing dates, plus adjustments are made for the current weather.
Usually, seedlings are planted in open ground no earlier than the second half of May, and even better - in the first half of June.
Process technology
Tomato beds are made in sunny areas. The soil is pre-fertilized - preferably in the fall. A few days before planting, the soil is dug up, watered, and fertilizers are added if necessary.
Features of planting tomato seedlings in open ground:
- The optimal planting pattern is 70 x 30 cm or 50 x 50 cm. Planting rate is 4 bushes per 1 sq. m. m. It is not advisable to plant more densely.
- The holes are prepared according to the size of the seedlings. Pegs are driven into each hole - up to 50 cm high. A plastic mesh or fence is also suitable for “Katya”.
- Empty holes are watered with water - 1 liter per hole.
- Additional fertilizer is placed in the prepared holes - half a glass of ash and 1 tsp. nitrophoska.
- The seedlings are planted in the holes a little deeper than they grew in the containers. It is allowed to deepen it by 50% of the length. It is recommended to tilt towards the northwest. Gardeners also advise plucking off a few leaves at the bottom of the seedlings.
- The planted seedlings are watered abundantly at the roots, the soil is sprinkled with mulch, and if the weather is not cloudy, it is advisable to shade the plantings.
You only need to plant fresh and healthy seedlings; if they wilt, they will take root poorly, get sick and be stunted.
Tomato Katya F1: reviews from gardeners who planted and grew the variety
Olga, 55 years old, Novosibirsk region: I am engaged in growing tomatoes for further sale of fruits, for this I most often plant early varieties of tomatoes. And for a couple of years now I have been occupying several beds for Katya tomato, which is distinguished by its high yield, very early ripening, good presentation and excellent taste. The fruits ripen at the same time, and my products are in demand at the market.
Nikolay, 35 years old, Alexandrov: I have been growing the tomato variety Katya for 4 seasons. Moreover, some of these tomato bushes grow in the open air, and some grow in film greenhouses. It should be noted that the yield of the Katya hybrid in greenhouses is slightly higher than in the garden beds. But their presentation and taste are the same regardless of growing conditions. The fruits can be used fresh and for twists.
Lydia, 50 years old, Kemerovo region: I accidentally purchased this variety in a store for gardeners. I planted it and was pleasantly surprised by the result - the early-ripening, productive hybrid Katya F1 with delicious fruits was liked by all members of my family. From the harvested crop I prepare delicious ketchup and lecho, and also make tomato juice.
Hybrid Katya is one of the earliest varieties of tomatoes with good yield and excellent taste of the fruit, which is quite rare and therefore a valuable quality in early-ripening tomatoes.
And although the variety was developed recently, it has already become popular among Russian vegetable growers, especially among those who grow this vegetable crop for sale.
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How to care for tomatoes of the “Katya” variety?
The Katya hybrid does not cause much trouble. Care comes down to standard agrotechnical measures - watering, loosening, weeding, fertilizing.
Watering and fertilizing
Water the tomatoes in the evenings. Watering rate is 0.9-1 l. Watering frequency is once every 2 days. When the ovaries form, when fertilizing is applied, the plantings are watered additionally. In hot weather, the frequency of watering is increased, and in high humidity, it is reduced.
Excess moisture is the most common cause of root rot and late blight.
The productivity of “Katya” depends on the timeliness and composition of fertilizing. When and what to feed tomato plantings – see Table 2.
table 2
| Feeding period | What to feed? |
| 2 weeks after landing | Apply complex fertilizer. Experienced gardeners prefer to add mullein to the roots of tomatoes - dissolve 500 g of manure in 10 liters of water. This volume is enough for 10 plants. |
| During flowering | Mullein is used with twice the concentration. At the same time, it is advisable to add superphosphate (20 g) - it is placed directly into the mullein. |
| After a couple of weeks | Fertilizing without nitrogen. Pour an infusion of ash or phosphorus-potassium fertilizers under the root. |
Pinching and staking the plant
The hybrid can do without pinching, since it has little foliage. But if you have time and desire, it would be useful to remove the lower stepsons - they are carefully cut off or broken off. Do this in the morning - the sun will heal the wounds better. If you break off the stepsons in the evening, the wound surface risks rotting.
The bushes form 2 stems. Usually the second stem is a stepson that grew earlier than the others. If you leave 3 stems, the plant will not be able to provide nutrition to all the fruits. As a result, instead of normal fruits, tomatoes the size of a walnut will grow.
Due to the fragility of the stems, gartering is a necessary procedure. The plants are tied to supports or trellises, which are made of thick twine stretched between the posts.
Soil care
Tomato plantings are periodically loosened, weeds removed and mulched. All these measures have a beneficial effect on the growth of the root system, activate plant growth, strengthen it and increase productivity. In addition, mulch prevents the growth of weeds.
For mulching, natural components are used that can retain moisture well and supply plants with nutrients - straw, humus, rotted straw-manure mixture.
Growing, care and agricultural technology
As they grow, the bushes are tied to supports and pinched. They lead into 2 stems, leaving the first of the lateral shoots and cutting off the rest.
In order for the flowers to be more actively pollinated and set fruit, the branches with them need to be gently shaken in the morning.
Water as the soil dries, usually once a week. After moistening, the bushes are hilled and the soil is loosened. Use warm water, apply it under the root so as not to wet the stem and leaves.
Tomato Katya F1 requires careful feeding at least three times per season. Complex mineral fertilizers or special preparations for tomatoes are used as the main ones. They are applied three times - 1-2 weeks after the seedlings take root, then at the time of flowering and with the beginning of fruiting.
Additional feeding - folk remedies:
- manure;
- yeast;
- boric acid;
- fermented herbal infusion;
- wood ash;
- ammonia;
- iodine;
- hydrogen peroxide.
All except manure are effective as foliar spray solutions.
You should not apply too much manure, because, firstly, when fresh it can burn the roots, and secondly, it contains nitrogen, the excess of which leads to a severe decrease in yield.
Diseases and pests
“Katya F1” is resistant to the most dangerous “tomato” diseases. But for prevention, it needs treatment with fungicides. The bushes are sprayed with Bordeaux mixture and garlic infusion.
Diseases usually appear due to violations of agricultural practices:
- the plant is undersized, so many gardeners neglect the garter;
- It is a mistake to water tomatoes with cold water;
- In greenhouses, problems can arise due to poor ventilation.
Pests cause the most problems for Katya. The most important enemies of “Katya” are in Table 3.
Table 3
| Pest | What harm? | How to fight? |
| Medvedka | It gnaws the roots and the plants die. | When planting tomatoes, granular poisons are poured into each hole - there are special preparations for mole crickets. The poison should not be scattered on the surface - pets may be poisoned. |
| scoop | The larvae eat the green parts of the plant. Having climbed inside the fruit, they eat the pulp. They also provoke an outbreak of fungal diseases. | Spray with insecticides in dry weather at temperatures above +20 °C. “Decis Profi”, “Confidor”, “Fufanon” and others are suitable. |
| May beetle larvae | They are capable of destroying young plantings in a few hours. They affect the root system of plants. | Before planting, seedlings are treated with Anti-Khrushcha solution. |
| Aphid | The above-ground parts of the plant are affected. By sucking out the juices, they inhibit the development of the plant, and eventually it may die. | Spray with insecticides, for example, “Ratibor”. |
Planting and care
The hybrid is propagated, like other tomatoes, by seedlings. Experienced gardeners use an interesting technique to increase productivity. Anyuta is grown on double roots.
To do this, when picking seedlings, which is carried out when 2 true leaves appear, not one tomato, but two, is planted in a cup. When the seedlings grow, cuts 1-2 cm long are made on the stems, connected and bandaged.
The stems grow together, after which the weakest stem is cut out. The result is a bush with a double root system. Such a bush gives a harvest 2 times more than an ordinary bush.
Standard tomato care:
- watering;
- weeding;
- root, non-root feeding;
- loosening the soil;
- disease prevention.
For long-term fruiting, it is recommended to feed tomatoes with milk with iodine. Add 30-35 drops of iodine to 1 liter of dairy product.
Spray the tomato bushes with the resulting mixture in the evening. The result will not be long in coming. After a few days, the leaves will turn bright green and new inflorescences will appear.
Harvesting tomato variety "Katya"
At what stage of ripeness to pick tomatoes depends on the purpose for which they are collected:
- Ripe fruits with bright red skin are picked for salads and cooking.
- Slightly pink and yellowish fruits are used for preservation.
- Tomatoes of milky ripeness are suitable for long-term storage - it is achieved when the bright green color is replaced by a pale green, almost white color.
It is important to collect tomatoes before the cold weather. Before the thermometer drops below +13 °C. If this is not done, the tomatoes will darken and become unfit to eat.
Growing and caring for tomato Katya
Tomatoes Katya: photo of variety
It is best to grow tomato Katya using seedlings. Despite the fact that tomatoes are early ripening, it is not advisable to plant tomatoes in open ground. If you plant Katya tomato seeds for seedlings in early spring, then you will be able to enjoy the first tomatoes in mid-summer.
Before planting pink Katya f1 tomatoes, you need to disinfect the Katya tomato seeds with a solution of potassium permanganate. After this, they should be thoroughly washed and soaked in damp gauze. When the seeds swell and the sprouts begin to hatch, the tomatoes can be planted.
They need to be embedded in the soil to a depth of no more than 2 cm. Since Katya tomato seeds have difficulty making their way to the light. Soil for planting seedlings can be used either ready-made, purchased or prepared independently. If you want to use the store-bought version, you can directly plant the seeds there, without any preliminary preparation.
It is recommended to calcine your soil, sift it, and also treat the box with a weak solution of potassium permanganate before using it. In order for the soil to be better structured, sand is added to the soil. The earth should be at room temperature. Seeds are usually taken not with hands, but with tweezers, since their sprouts are very fragile and can be easily damaged.
Then the surface of the earth is sprayed with a spray bottle. The seeds are covered with soil and the box is covered with film. Before the seeds hatch, you can put the box in a warm and dark place, and when the first shoots appear on the surface of the ground, you need to place the containers with seedlings on the windowsill.
Katya tomatoes: video about the variety Moreover, it is quite convenient to plant pink tomatoes of the Katya F1 variety in peat pots, putting a pair of seeds in each. This way, you won't have to pick up the plants in the future. And the process of planting in open ground will be painless.
If you planted Katya tomato seedlings in large boxes, then after two good leaves appear on the plants, they should be transplanted into separate containers. After picking, you need to take good care of the tomatoes, so be careful not to leave this matter to chance. The future harvest depends on what kind of seedlings you have.
Katya f1 tomatoes should be watered with warm water as needed. If you moisten the soil too often, the seedlings may turn yellow.
If we talk about fertilizing, it is best to use wood ash in the initial stages. This natural remedy enriches the soil with useful substances, and also makes it loose and soft. If the tomatoes stretch out, it means they don’t have enough light, build artificial lighting.
Over time, it is recommended to harden the Katya tomato seedlings, take them out to the balcony or outside and leave them in an open space for a few minutes; increase the duration of the event every day. This will prepare the plants for new growing conditions, so tomatoes will adapt well in the future in open ground.
Features of growing tomatoes in a greenhouse
In areas with harsh climatic conditions, where there is a high risk of tomatoes freezing, greenhouse cultivation is used. In a greenhouse, “Katya” stretches up to 1 m in height. Because of this, they leave not 2 stems, as in open ground, but one.
The greenhouse is constantly maintained at normal humidity and temperature of no more than 30 °C. In hot conditions, pollen is not suitable for fertilization and fruits are not set. To achieve high yields, you have to shake the tomato bushes.
Advantages
The main advantages of the Katya tomato variety include:
- the bushes are of a determinate type, so they do not grow too tall;
- ultra-early fruit ripening;
- good yield;
- versatility of fruit use;
- the collected fruits are not subject to cracking and can easily withstand transportation over different distances;
- tomatoes have good shelf life, and harvested green tomatoes can ripen indoors;
- Katya bushes are highly resistant to most diseases and are practically not damaged by insect pests.
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The Katya tomato has no particular disadvantages. It should only be noted that the seeds of this hybrid will have to be purchased regularly in specialized stores.
Reviews
★★★★★
Konstantin P., 48 years old, amateur gardener, Lipetsk region. I am raising Katya without stepson.
If you pick the shoots, the yield drops. The taste of fresh fruits is excellent. We use it for juice, pickles and other preparations. The hybrid is indeed resistant to diseases, but I still treat the bushes with complex-action preparations. I devote a lot of time to growing good seedlings - I buy special soil mixtures for them. I don’t neglect hardening off the seedlings.
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Victoria O., 56 years old, summer resident, Voronezh region. Katya is one of the best varieties.
One bad thing is that it is a hybrid, and you cannot get the seeds yourself. But I take them already processed, disinfected - ready for planting. The only disadvantage I encountered when growing Katya was cracking of the fruits on rainy days. Hide
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Tomato Katya: reviews, photos, yield
Gardeners involved in crops such as tomatoes set themselves the task of growing a rich harvest. In addition, the timing of maturation is also important. After all, early tomatoes are especially beneficial for those who sell vegetables. This means that you need to select the appropriate varieties that satisfy all the requirements.
Tomato Katya has been among the leaders for a long time. The culture is intended for cultivation in open ground, but is also suitable for polycarbonate and film greenhouses. Characteristics, description of the variety and photos will be presented in the article to make it more convincing of the uniqueness of the Katya F1 hybrid.
History of the variety
Tomato variety Katya F1 is the brainchild of Russian breeders. The hybrid was obtained relatively recently, about ten years ago. Authors: Yu.B. Alekseev and S.V. Balabanyuk, Semko-Junior is considered the originating company. Despite its youth, the variety has already become popular among Russians.
Katya - variety 1. The letter F (filli) in Italian means “children”, and the number 1 indicates which generation the tomatoes belong to. As a result, it turns out that the Katya tomato belongs to the first generation hybrids.
Tomato Bobcat F1: variety description
| Variety name | Bobcat |
| Originator | Syngenta, Holland |
| Ripening period | 120-130 days |
| Form | the fruits are flat-round, slightly ribbed at the stalk, dense and glossy |
| Color | red at maturity |
| Average weight of tomatoes | 180-240 grams |
| Height | 50-70 cm |
| Application | universal, well-defined tomato taste with noticeable sourness, used both fresh and for processing into tomato products |
| Productivity of the variety | 4-6 per sq.m. |
| Features of cultivation | Sowing 60-65 days before planting, planting pattern 50x40 cm, 6-8 plants per 1 sq.m, picking at the stage of 2 true leaves |
| Disease resistance | Resistant to verticillium and fusarium |
Progress does not stand still, and the agricultural industry is no exception. “Bobcat” can without any doubt be called a revolutionary hybrid variety. This hybrid was obtained by breeders from Holland. It received registration in Russia in 2008, and has since earned recognition from both gardeners and farmers who grow tomatoes in large quantities for sale.
This is a medium-sized plant, approximately 50-70 centimeters. The Bobcat tomato belongs to the group of hybrid tomato varieties. It is intended for cultivation both in open ground and in greenhouses. The type of bush is determinant, standard. The height of the Bobcat tomato bush can sometimes reach 1.2 m.
From the moment the seedlings are planted until the first fruits of varietal maturity appear, approximately 120-130 days pass, that is, the plant is late-ripening. The hybrid is resistant to all major tomato diseases.
In addition to a number of remarkable properties, this varietal hybrid has quite good yield. With proper care and creation of suitable conditions from 1 sq. per meter it was possible to get 8 kilograms of wonderful tomatoes, but this is rather an exception, the average yield is 4-6 kilograms.
You can compare the yield of the Bobcat variety with other varieties in the table below:
| Variety name | Productivity |
| Bobcat F1 | 4-6 kg per square meter |
| Russian size | 7-8 kg per square meter |
| King of Kings | 5 kg per bush |
| Long Keeper | 4-6 kg per bush |
| Grandma's gift | up to 6 kg per square meter |
| Podsinsky miracle | 5-6 kg per square meter |
| Brown sugar | 6-7 kg per square meter |
| American ribbed | 5.5 kg per bush |
| Rocket | 6.5 kg per square meter |
| De Barao the giant | 20-22 kg per bush |
Classification of tomatoes by type of cultivation
Varieties for open ground
Most categories of tomato seeds are suitable for growing in open ground. The summer resident needs to take into account the region of residence, climatic conditions and the versatility of the proposed variety.
Rating of the best seeds for planting tomato seedlings for open ground:
- Tomato "Orange". An unpretentious variety with an ideal harvest: the fruits in a bunch ripen evenly, have a yellow color and a round shape, weigh approximately 150-200 g. The tomatoes are dense and juicy, while they have few seeds. Suitable for any type of dish, preparing pasta and salting. Bushes must be tied up in a timely manner.
- "Dietary big guy." Juicy, sweet orange tomatoes. Early ripening variety with long shelf life. The 1 m high bush needs support due to the large number of brushes. The fruits are large, approximately 300 g each.
- "Gigolo." Fleshy tomatoes with thick skin and a sweet flavor. The variety is productive, stores well, and bears fruit before the onset of cold weather. The bush does not need support and takes up little space in the garden bed.
- "Golden heart". An early-ripening variety of orange, heart-shaped tomatoes. The pulp is juicy, rich yellow. The bush is compact, approximately 50-80 cm, does not require pinching.
- "Heart of a Buffalo" A productive variety suitable for canning and making tomato paste. Loose, heart-shaped fruits, with thin skin and juicy raspberry-colored pulp, weigh 200-250 g. The variety is distinguished by long-term fruiting and resistance to various diseases. The bush is low-growing, spreading, and does not require pinching.
The best varieties of tomatoes for greenhouses and greenhouses
To get a good harvest, it is recommended to grow tomatoes in greenhouses and greenhouses. Below are proven varieties that will provide summer residents with ripe and at the same time fleshy tomatoes.
Rating of tomato varieties for greenhouses with descriptions:
- "Antonovka honey" An unusual subspecies of tomatoes with thick green skin and bright pink flesh. The fruit tastes sweet, with a honey flavor. Suitable for both fresh consumption and preservation. They are unpretentious in care, but require pinching and tying up. In greenhouse conditions, bushes grow up to 1.5 m.
- "Marshmallows in chocolate." Brown-red fruits with thin skin and juicy pulp. The vegetables are sweet and suitable for slicing and making tomato paste. The variety bears fruit before the onset of the first cold weather. The harvest is stored for a long time. The height of the bush does not exceed 1.7 m in height.
- "Golden domes". Mid-season tomato variety with yellow fruits. The tomatoes are juicy and fleshy, weigh from 200 to 400 grams, and can ripen indoors when picked green. The height of the bush is 1.6 m.
- "Malachite Box". A green type of tomato with an unusual fruity flavor. The pulp of the fruit is tender, practically without seeds. The height of the bush reaches 1.5 m, and there are many fruits. Average weight of tomatoes: from 80 to 200 g.
- "Citrus Garden" A variety of yellow tomatoes that will provide the summer resident with a rich harvest. The fruits are oval in shape, with a thick peel, ideal for pickling. The bush can reach a height of 2 m, but it needs pinching and timely watering.
Varieties for growing on the balcony and at home
Tomatoes can also be grown at home, the main thing is to choose the right varieties for this purpose. Rating of the best tomato seeds for planting on a balcony or windowsill:
Tomato "Bonsai". Early ripening cherry, forming bushes 30 cm high. The fruits are tasty, round in shape, weighing 20 g. Productivity per bush - up to 1 kg.
"Room Surprise" A variety characterized by elongated vegetables weighing 30-40 g
It is important to provide the plant with light during the period of growth and formation of ovaries.
"Pinocchio". The most productive indoor variety - from one bush you can get up to 1.5 kg of round, bright red fruits.
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Description of the tomato variety Novichok
Initially, the Novichok tomato variety, a photo and description of which is given in the article, was intended for commercial production in agricultural enterprises in the southern regions. It was supposed to be grown in open ground. However, it quickly spread throughout the European part of Russia. They know about the variety in the Urals, Siberia and the Far East. The variety bears fruit well both in open ground and in greenhouses and greenhouses.
The agricultural technology of the Novichok tomato is one of the simplest. This is due to the unpretentiousness of the variety, the short stature of the plants, and the formation of a small number of stepsons. Characteristics and reviews of the Novichok tomato say that it is highly resistant to late blight and other fungal diseases. This reduces the number of treatments and makes maintenance easier. However, the variety is heat-loving and prefers well-fertilized soils.
The variety is determinate and is distinguished by small, compact bushes. The height of the Novichok tomato is 60-85 cm. The plant is not a standard species and produces an average number of shoots. They are powerful, gray-green in color. However, during fruiting they need support. The reason for this is the large number of fruits.
The leaves are medium sized, the usual shape for a tomato. Slightly wrinkled, with pronounced veins. The leaf blades of a healthy plant are dark green in color and have a barely noticeable edge on the back side.
It is generally accepted that the shape of the fruit of the Novichok tomato resembles “cream”. However, they are more likely to have a spindle-shaped or cone-shaped shape, tapering towards the nose. The stalk exhibits slight ribbing.
The tomatoes are small, with an average weight of 75-100 grams. Housewives like to use these tomatoes for canning. They fit easily into a jar. The color of ripe fruits is bright, red, without a greenish spot at the stalk.
Currently, it is possible to grow only the Novichok variety of red tomatoes, but also pink ones. They were released in 2006.
The variety has good taste. Their tasting score is 4.6 out of 5. It could be higher, but many people don’t like the thick skin. Novichok tomatoes are fleshy, the number of seeds inside the fruit is small. The fruits are sweet, with slight sourness and a bright aroma.
Planting and care
In the southern regions, Novichok is planted with seeds in the ground. Thanks to the relatively early ripening period, it has time to ripen. In the middle zone, preference is given to growing by seedlings.
Novichok tomato seeds are sown for seedlings in mid-March if you plan to grow tomatoes in a greenhouse, and at the end of the first spring month if planting in open ground is planned.
Tomato Novichok is a variety. If the seeds were collected independently last season, then it is worth checking their quality and treating them against fungal infections.
Seeds are planted in containers on compacted and well-moistened soil. Scheme for planting tomatoes Novichok 1*3 cm. The crops are mulched with a mixture of peat and soil, moistened abundantly and covered with glass or covered with film. The first shoots should appear in 4-7 days.
Aftercare rules
Tomato care involves timely watering, loosening the soil, and removing weeds.
Watering mode
Water the plant only at the root, avoiding splashes on the foliage and ripening fruits.
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Watering is carried out in the morning and evening with warm water. Mulching between rows will help retain moisture in the surface layers of the soil.
Stepsoning
Removing stepsons and fattening shoots will allow you to direct energy not to the development of vegetative mass, but to ripening fruits. This is an important procedure that should not be neglected.
Garter
The bushes of this variety are not particularly tall and quite compact, but still, during the period of fruit ripening, they need to be tied to a vertical support.
Fertilizers and fertilizers
The first fertilizing after planting seedlings can be done after 2 weeks. For this, ammonium nitrate and other nitrogen fertilizers are used. Tomatoes do not like acidic soils.
The Katya variety is responsive to organic matter. Rotted manure and compost are added to the planting holes. You can prepare an infusion from the herb.
For acidic soil
Tomatoes do not tolerate acidic soils. If the site has acidic soil, it needs to be deoxidized with urea and ammonia. It is also recommended to add fresh manure and chalk for digging. Young plants in acidic soils absorb more nutrients during their vigorous growth phase.
For heavy clay soil
Sand and sawdust are added to dense loamy soils. The soil needs to be made structured and loose. Complex fertilizers will provide the bushes with the necessary nutrients on this type of soil.
Features of the hybrid
The variety is mainly intended for early harvest in open ground. Katya F1 is a hybrid that is distinguished by its short stature, low foliage and large beautiful clusters of fruit. The breeders did not provide for only one thing - branches often break under the weight of tomatoes if they are not tied to a support with twine in advance. The second disadvantage is the susceptibility of tomatoes to diseases such as tomato mosaic and fomoz. Katya F1 has immunity to other typical nightshade diseases.
The advantages of the variety include the following characteristics:
- precocity;
- good yield;
- low demands on watering, soil, temperature conditions, molding;
- the versatility of tomatoes in cooking;
- suitability for transportation;
- amicable maturation;
- protection from diseases.
Manufacturer information
The manufacturer gives the following description of the variety:
- ripening speed – 75-80 days from emergence, ultra-early;
- yield - 8-10 kg per 1 m2 in open ground and 12-15 kg in closed ground;
- immunity to diseases - tobacco mosaic, blossom end rot, late blight, alternaria blight;
- bush height – up to 60 cm, determinate tomato with limited growth;
- leaf – green, simple shape, small foliage;
- number of brushes – 4-5 pcs. on one plant, the first is formed on the 5th–7th leaf;
- inflorescence – up to 8 fruits, simple;
- tomato weight – 110-130 g;
- fruit shape – round or slightly flattened, smooth;
- color – bright red, uniform, without greenery at the stalk;
- density – high;
- possible ripening;
- shelf life in the refrigerator – up to 2 months;
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Advantages
Gardeners are wary of hybrids, which often have mediocre taste and the fruits are too hard to use in salads.
If you pay attention to planting, applying fertilizers to each bush and shading on hot days, then the “Katya” tomato will satisfy even high demands regarding the quality of the fruit.
Advantages:
- high rates of early ripening - the crop begins to ripen 75-80 days after the sprouts appear;
- unpretentiousness to the soil;
- commercial quality of tasty fruits;
- with a low bush, not many leaves grow, so the plant spends all its energy on ripening the fruits;
- high yield, quality is especially evident when grown in greenhouses;
- resistance to typical diseases of nightshade crops;
- bushes tolerate temperature changes and can withstand several days without watering;
- attractive rounded shape of tomatoes, juicy pulp;
- uniform fruit ripening;
- maintaining commercial quality during long-term transportation;
- the possibility of ripening in the room if brown fruits are picked before frost;
- The agricultural technology is simple; if you can’t devote time to care, then you don’t even need to tie it up or stake it.
Features of bushes
Hybrid bushes should be formed into 2-3 stems. Plants need to be pinched. The bushes also need to be tied to a support.
Mineral fertilizers, which include potassium, should be regularly added to the soil.
You need to water the bushes abundantly and often - at least three times a week. Watering is carried out in the evening. The soil must be loosened regularly. We should also not forget about the need for regular weeding.
After the first fruit ovaries appear, it is necessary to regularly add organic and mineral fertilizers to the soil.
Hybrid Katyusha – standard, determinant. Low-growing bushes stretch up to 80 cm. In greenhouse conditions they can grow 1.3 m tall. The crop grows with one stem, colored green. The leaves are small, oval-pointed, bright green. On the bush the density is medium. Inflorescences appear above the 7th leaf and are further initiated through it.
The biological description of the variety reports:
- flat-round shape of the fruit with a smooth surface, thin skin;
- pulp juiciness;
- bright pink or pink color of a ripe tomato;
- medium-sized vegetable, the average weight of which is 120-130 g;
- 6-8 chambers in the fruit;
- dry matter content of no more than 5%;
- sugar content 2.9%.
Due to the low dry matter content, hybrid tomatoes produce good juice with excellent taste characteristics.
Characteristics
- The fruits of this variety of tomatoes have a round or flat-round shape.
- Weight about 120-130 grams.
- When unripe they are light green, and when ripe they are bright red in color without a greenish spot near the stalk.
- They have a pleasant taste.
- Each fruit has three or four nests.
- The dry matter content is 4.6%.
- These tomatoes do not crack, ripen evenly and are stored for a long time.
- They have a high density, which makes them excellent for transportation.
You can compare the weight of fruits with other varieties in the table below:
| Variety name | Fruit weight |
| Kate | 120-130 grams |
| Bobcat | 180-240 |
| Russian size | 650-2000 |
| Podsinsky miracle | 150-300 |
| American ribbed | 300-600 |
| Rocket | 50-60 |
| Altaic | 50-300 |
| Yusupovsky | 500-600 |
| Premier | 120-180 |
| Honey Heart | 120-140 |
Katya tomatoes can be eaten fresh, and can also be used for canning, preparing tomato paste and juice.
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How to plant seedlings
The hybrid Nasha Masha is grown in seedlings, which allows young bushes to form a powerful root system and speed up harvesting. Seeds are planted 60–65 days before the intended planting in the ground.
Average sowing time:
- for the southern regions of Russia - the end of February - the first half of March;
- for the central ones - the second half of March;
- for the northern ones - early April.
Seed preparation
The seed material is pre-soaked in a growth stimulant so that the seedlings appear quickly and the germination percentage is high. Use “Zircon”, “Epin-Extra”, “Ecogel”, following the instructions on the package.
The manufacturer processes the hybrid seeds himself, but for additional disinfection, the seed is kept in a solution of potassium permanganate (30 minutes), then dried in the sun.
Soil and container
For sowing you will need:
- shallow plastic containers or boxes (7–10 cm) with drainage holes in the bottom;
- transparent film or glass according to the size of the containers;
- soil disinfected with potassium permanganate or high temperature.
For seedlings, purchase a universal soil mixture or prepare the substrate yourself from peat, river sand and turf soil in equal proportions.
Sowing
Sowing of tomatoes is carried out according to the following scheme:
- The container is filled with soil and lightly compacted.
- Make grooves 2 cm deep at a distance of 3-4 cm from each other.
- Seeds are placed one at a time at the bottom of the grooves, every 1-2 cm.
- Fill the grooves with soil and water with a small amount of water.
- Cover the container with film or glass that allows sunlight to pass through.
Seeds are germinated at a temperature of +25…+30 °C. The containers are placed near the battery or radiator while maintaining high humidity under the film and sealing the container tightly.
The first shoots appear 3–5 days after sowing. If the temperature is below +20 °C, the time period increases.
Seedling care
As soon as the first shoots appear, the film is removed and the container is placed in a well-lit place. For seedlings to be strong, the daylight hours should be 16 hours. Additionally, phytolamps are used.
In the early stages, water the seedlings carefully, at the root, using a pipette or syringe. The top layer of soil should remain moist. Only warm, settled water is suitable.
With the appearance of the first pair of true leaves, the seedlings are planted in separate containers, preferably directly into peat pots. This will allow you to avoid damaging the root system in the future when transplanting to a permanent location.
It is important to dive as early as possible, while the seedlings are taking root well.
Tomatoes have a developed root system, so individual pots for seedlings should be at least 0.5–1 liter in volume.
Tomato variety Katyusha
In 2007, the breeding and seed-growing company Manul developed a high-yielding variety - the Katyusha tomato, which is a first-generation hybrid (F1)
From the very beginning, the excellent characteristics of the variety, declared by the breeders, attracted attention due to its resistance to any climatic conditions
Tomato variety Katyusha
Fruit
Description of Katyusha fruits:
- the color of a ripe fruit is bright red, without inclusions, of an unripe fruit – light green;
- the taste is high, there is both sweetness and sourness;
- the fruits are large (up to 180 g, sometimes over 200 g);
- the pulp is juicy;
- flat-round shape;
- the skin is smooth, glossy, dense, does not crack;
- dry matter content - about 5%, sugars - about 3%.
Plant
Tomato Katyusha F1 is short-growing, the height of the bush is limited to 80-90 cm, but in greenhouses it sometimes reaches 130 cm.
The roots are developed and go deep into the soil, which allows the plant to receive maximum nutrients. The bush is grown into 1 stem.
The leaves are medium in size, oval in shape with a pointed tip. The leaves are bright green. Inflorescences begin to form after the 7th leaf.
Productivity
If you follow all the nuances of care during the growing season, the yield of the variety will reach 10 kg/m² - in open ground, and in a greenhouse you can get up to 17-20 kg/m².
Resistance to diseases and pests
The Katyusha F1 variety is resistant to many diseases: cladosporiosis, tobacco mosaic virus and fusarium.
The following diseases remain dangerous for the crop: late blight and dry spot, pests: spider mites, Colorado potato beetles, wireworms, mole crickets, aphids, etc.
Gardeners can use self-prepared solutions or store-bought insecticides and other plant treatment preparations to help.
Area of application of fruits
The Katyusha variety is suitable for growing on a large scale for sale. Consumers loved it for its taste and pleasant appearance. It will be indispensable in the kitchen of every housewife because of its versatility. Tomatoes are equally tasty both raw, in the form of juices, in salads, and in hot dishes. Preservation (in general, lecho, ketchup) and pickling in barrels deserve special attention. Tomatoes of this variety will be appropriate everywhere.
Growing regions
The Katyusha variety is easily grown in different regions of Russia. The only thing that needs to be taken into account is the peculiarities of the microclimate: in the southern regions, the hybrid can be safely planted in open ground, in the middle zone - under a film, while in the northern latitudes, tomatoes grow in greenhouses. Productivity does not suffer from this.
Advantages and disadvantages
Tomatoes have great taste
The Katyusha tomato variety has the following advantages:
- excellent presentation and taste characteristics;
- high shelf life and transportability;
- growth both in hot weather without precipitation and in high humidity;
- immunity to many fungal diseases and pests;
- high yield.
The hybrid has few disadvantages, but they are still present:
- if care is not followed during the growing season, taste may deteriorate;
- the bushes are fragile, and the fruit load is high, there is a risk of shoots breaking off.
Growing tomatoes
The process of growing tomatoes of the Katyusha variety consists of 2 stages: planting seeds for seedlings and transplanting seedlings to the garden bed.
Sowing seeds for seedlings
First, you need to prepare a container for sowing seeds (a box or a pot), after which soil saturated with microelements necessary for growth is poured into it.
Tatyana Orlova (Vasilidchenko) (candidate of agricultural sciences):
Basic requirements for soil for growing seedlings: it must be light, moisture-absorbing and nutritious.
The second stage will be preparing the seeds. Purchased seeds are checked for germination by soaking them in a sodium chloride solution (those unsuitable for planting will float).
Tatyana Orlova (Vasilidchenko) (candidate of agricultural sciences):
Soaking in a salt solution separates tomato seeds into 2 fractions: full-bodied seeds (fall to the bottom) and puny seeds - floating on the surface of the solution.
The seeds are lowered into a hole 5 mm deep, leaving a distance of about 2.5 cm between the seeds. Then the container is covered with film until sprouts appear. Seedlings are placed separately from each other. After the shoots emerge, the film is removed.
