Sweet Tomatoes Pink Flamingos will not leave anyone indifferent

Sometimes gardeners complain that one or another variety of tomatoes did not live up to expectations, they say, one thing is written in the description, but in fact it turned out to be completely different. And the reviews were good, many people recommended, but the harvest did not go well. They tend to blame the variety, natural conditions, or something else for this, just not to admit that they did not take care of the plants enough. In most cases, it is precisely the improper care of the crop that is the reason for the low yield. After all, some varieties of tomatoes require close supervision, and not just “plant and water”. To get a good harvest, you need to make significant efforts, adhere to all agricultural techniques, try to create the most optimal conditions for plants. The Pink Flamingo tomato variety is also relatively difficult to grow in our area, and so that you have less trouble with it, in this article we will tell you useful information about it, we will give a detailed description of this variety.

Description

Tomato varieties, according to the nature of the growth of the bushes, are divided into determinant (with limited stem growth) and indeterminate species (the growth of such does not stop even during the fruiting period). Pink Flamingo belongs to the second type, therefore its height exceeds one and a half meters, and often reaches a mark of 2 m. Regarding the period of fruit ripening, it is classified as a mid-season tomato. Under some circumstances, it is possible to reach the maturity of the Pink Flamingo fruit after 90-95 days, but in most cases, at least 110 days pass from the date of emergence of the first shoots to the start of picking the tomatoes. The fruits are large, the average weight is 150-200 g, the weight of individual specimens can reach 450 g (usually the first tomatoes are larger, the next ones are slightly smaller, this culture does not bear fruit with small tomatoes).

The fruits are plum-shaped, medium-dense, there is no green spot near the stalk (and after all, for varieties with large tomato sizes, this is a characteristic feature). It is easy to guess from the name that they are pink in color, but sometimes they can be a little darker (it all depends on the growing conditions). Pink Flamingo Tomatoes are amazing in flavor - sweeter than most similar varieties.

The Pink Flamingo tomato received very good reviews for its universal purpose. As already mentioned, it has a very attractive taste, so one of the main uses of the fruit is fresh consumption. They are added in the preparation of numerous salads and similar appetizers. Despite the fact that the Pink Flamingo tomatoes are quite large, they are often used for canning (other varieties of pink tomatoes are much less commonly used for this process). For the manufacture of tomato products, for example, juice or pasta, they are used less often, mainly due to the insufficiently bright color, but the same juice turns out to be tasty, with a sweet aftertaste.

Advantages and disadvantages

Typically, the benefits of most varieties include high yields. The situation with the Pink Flamingo is tricky. It is endowed with an average yield - in good years, you can collect up to 10 kg from 1 m² (this figure is achieved due to large fruits), usually 5-7 kg are harvested. To attribute this to the pros or cons of this variety is at your discretion. But what exactly can be written as an asset to this tomato is its high resistance to diseases.He has a fairly high immunity to most harmful bacteria and fungi, but you should not neglect preventive treatments. Also, up to a certain point, it can withstand various adverse weather conditions: drought, temperature drop, insufficient air humidity. The fruits of the Pink Flamingo can be stored for a long time after they are separated from the plant (up to 2 months under comfortable conditions), can be plucked unripe (stored in a warm place, will eventually reach the desired condition), are well transported. It can be grown in different climatic zones.

Growing recommendations

Like most tomato combs, Flamingos are very picky about the soil, so try to find a site for it with fertile soils, or do not be too lazy to apply a sufficient amount of fertilizer. After planting in the ground, you still have to additionally feed it with a full complex of fertilizers at least 2-3 times, that is, it is advisable to use both mineral (ammonia, phosphate) and organic fertilizers. For watering, it is strongly recommended to take only warm water, watering after sunset, another option is early in the morning.

You need to think about seedlings in advance: prepare the soil, prepare suitable containers (individual or common, as it is convenient for you to grow), process the seeds (harden, do preventive treatment for diseases). They are usually sown at the end of March, but not later than the first decade of April. A pick is done only after at least 2 leaves are fully formed. They are transplanted at the age of 2 months (60-70 days), gradually form a stem, in connection with the gigantic growth, they make a garter, do not forget to remove unnecessary stepsons. To accelerate ripening, experienced gardeners recommend leaving 5-6 brushes, no more.

In general, Pink Flamingo is a good variety, well suited for growing both in greenhouses and outdoors in any region of our country. Due to its stability, many gardeners liked it.

Video "Tomato variety Pink Flamingo"

The video gives the main agrotechnical and gastronomic characteristics of the Pink Flamingo tomato variety.