Tomato "Demidov" - A common variety of tomatoes, popular among gardeners due to its low consumption of care. The plant grows well in soils of any type, easily tolerates changes in humidity and temperature, and is practically not susceptible to diseases.
Description and photo
Tomatoes of this variety are classified as mid-season; the time from the appearance of the first gatherings to the appearance of ripe tomatoes usually varies from 101 to 109 days. Fruits are large, sweet in taste. Perfectly cope with sudden changes in weather conditions.
Bushes
Shrubs "Demidov" differ undeveloped branching, due to which they do not require constant pruning. The height of one bush ranges from 60 to 64 centimeters. The leaves have a dark green color, the size of each leaf is average, in appearance resemble leaves of potato bushes. There are simple inflorescences, the first begins to form after 5-6 leaves on a bush, the next - in two. 
Important! The variety boasts its resistance to common diseases of tomatoes, temperature and humidity changes.
Fruit
Tomatoes "Demidov" have a characteristic rounded appearance with undeveloped ribbing. Before maturity, the fruit has a greenish color that darkens closer to the stem. After maturation, the color changes to pink. Inside the tomato contains at least four nests with seeds.
Mass content of dry matter in one vegetable - up to 4.3% of the total mass. The weight of one tomato varies from 80 to 120 g. It is perfectly stored at room conditions, suitable for transportation over long distances. Tomatoes can be picked unripe: they are not bad "reach" under room conditions. 
We advise you to familiarize yourself with such varieties of tomatoes as: "One hundred pounds", "Superbomb", "Stolypin", "King of London", "Collective farm harvest," "Labrador", "Caspar", "Niagara", "Red Red", " Cardinal, Sugar Bison, Red Guard, Gina, Rapunzel, Samara, Little Red Riding Hood, Mikado Pink, and Golden Heart.
Characteristics of a variety
For the first time tomatoes "Demidov" were bred by domestic experts in the field of breeding. At the moment, tomatoes of this variety are listed in the State Register, they grow well on the territory of the Volga-Vyatka and West Siberian regions. The tomato is not suitable for seasonal twists in general, therefore, it is mainly used for salads from fresh vegetables.
Tomato "Demidov" boasts excellent yield, retains its appearance after harvest (about 98% of the total harvest are considered marketable products).
Did you know? At the moment there are more than 10,000 varieties of tomatoes, the weight of the largest can reach 2 kg.
Advantages and disadvantages
The advantages of the variety "Demidov" include the following characteristics:
- high yield;
- tomatoes tied in any weather;
- not prone to common diseases;
- suitable for planting in open ground.
The disadvantage of tomatoes is considered to be the susceptibility of top rot, a disease arises due to improper watering. Due to lack of moisture, tomatoes can crack.Growing seedlings
Proper care of seedlings until planting it in open ground is one of the main factors that affect the future yield of the plant. Despite the fact that the tomato "Demidov" is considered to be unpretentious, while growing seedlings, it is necessary to observe the temperature and humidity regime, to adapt the plant to the open air gradually.
Timing and landing scheme
It is best to sow tomato seeds at the end of March or at the beginning of April. It is desirable to create a semblance of a greenhouse; for this, the pot is covered with a film of polyethylene and placed in a dark place. After the appearance of the first sprouts, the film can be removed, the pot itself is rearranged to the lighted place in the room. As soon as several shoots appear, they are seated in different cups. 
Important! Before transplanting seedlings into open ground, they begin to harden during the week. For this, the cups with sprouts are brought to fresh air and left for some time. If it is not possible to carry the plants outside - it will be enough to open the window in the room for a while.
Seedling care
Watering seedlings carried out in the evening, it is desirable to use water at room temperature. For all the time, seedlings are fertilized several times with complex mineral fertilizers.
Transplant and aftercare
Tomato "Demidov" better planted in accordance with the description indicated on the pack with seeds. There are several general requirements. So, after the plant has passed the hardening procedure, it can be planted in open ground. It is better to do it in the middle of May - the beginning of June, landing in a greenhouse is allowed. The distance between each bush is 50 cm, between rows - about 60 cm. Too close planting threatens to touch and rot the fruit. 
Such garden crops as cucumbers, corn, legumes and cabbage are considered to be good predecessors of tomatoes.
Watering and feeding
Watering is carried out in the evening with water, which during the day was in the sun. It is not allowed to water with cold water. You can not water the plant during the day - a combination of water droplets and sunlight can result in serious burns for the plant. Water is introduced into the soil regularly, do not forget about loosening the soil. Top dressing is carried out several times during the whole growing season of the plant. Most often, not individual elements are introduced into the soil, but complex mineral fertilizers.
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Formation and pasynkovanie
Since the plant belongs to short, it does not require a special formation of the bush. An obligatory element of care is the pinching. Basically leave from two to four stepchildren. The procedure is carried out with the aim of obtaining high-quality, developed and large fruits, and the time required for full ripening is reduced. 
Ganging of stunted tomatoes often results in a decrease in yield, but the presentation of the vegetable and its precocity improves. Releasing the stem from excess leaves improves the overall ventilation of the air around the plant.
Soil care and weeding
Tomatoes "Demidov" require regular loosening and weeding of the soil, if the root system is powerful - hilling is required (at least two or three times during the whole season). Earth periodically need to loosen, it facilitates the access of oxygen to the root system. During the entire period of growth, organic and complex mineral fertilizers are added to the soil to improve fertility.
Protection against diseases and pests
The plant is prone to the formation of apical rot when moisture conditions are not met. It is determined by the presence of brown spots in the upper part of the fruit, and under the spots the pulp of the tomato begins to rot. To prevent the development of the disease can be regular watering and the introduction of special products - feeding. The most commonly used are "Brexil Sa", "Gumfield", "Megafol" and others. To prevent the invasion of pests will help insecticides. 
The description and characteristics of the tomato variety "Demidov" allow us to draw conclusions that the plant is practically not susceptible to diseases and is resistant to pests. It is these features that ensured tomato popularity among gardeners.
Tomato harvest
Tomato is harvested after they change their color from green to pink. Experts advise to remove from the bush and immature fruits, it will help to increase further yields. Immature fruits should be placed indoors - after a while they will ripen without damage to taste. Since the fruit "Demidov" large, they are not suitable for canning. Use vegetables better fresh. 
Tomato "Demidov" can be grown in adverse environmental conditions, despite its unpretentiousness, it will please gardeners with a bountiful harvest, large and sweet fruits, which will be an excellent addition to seasonal salads from fresh vegetables.
