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 Tomato, like any cultivated plant, cannot grow anywhere and requires compliance with certain environmental conditions. Such as:
1. Temperature.
2. Light.
3. Water.
4. Air.
5. Soil.
It is necessary to pay attention to each of these factors separately.
What should be the temperature?
If the correct temperature regime is observed at different stages of growth of a tomato plant, then an early and, most importantly, excellent harvest can be achieved. It must be remembered that this culture loves warmth. The seeds are germinated at a constant temperature of at least 26 degrees. After the appearance of two leaves, it should be lowered to 22 degrees in the daytime, and at night - to 18. Tomatoes grow well in the temperature range from 16 to 28 degrees. If it is colder than 10 and hotter than 30 outside, then growth stops and flowering stops.
As for the air, the optimal soil temperature is 20-25 degrees, otherwise the plant may get sick or even die.
And how to grow tomatoes in places where the temperature is lower or, conversely, high? Currently, breeders have bred varieties that are tolerant of temperature fluctuations and are suitable for breeding, for example, in the northern regions. Also, in order for the plant to better tolerate a cold snap, the seedlings can be hardened. To do this, the plant is taught to lower the temperature by exposing it to fresh air for several minutes and gradually increasing the time.
How much light do tomatoes need?
Tomato is also a light-loving culture. In order for the plant to grow normally, bloom and bear fruit, there must be enough light. If you plant seedlings too closely, then the bushes will shade each other and, accordingly, grow poorly. The best illumination is 20 thousand lux or more. However, this is only during the day. Continuous bright light can be harmful. The quality properties of the fruit will be much higher if the light falling on the plant is direct and not scattered. Tomato varieties are also known to people, which thrive in low light.
Preferred parameters for water, air and soil.
It is undeniable that water is essential for all plants. And tomatoes are no exception. Adequate watering is one of the most important conditions for the normal development of a plant. And most of all he needs water during seed germination, as well as when the plant begins to bear fruit. The rest of the time, so that the bushes do not "get fat" it is necessary to reduce watering. Too much water is detrimental to the plant's root system. At the same time, it is better to water it indoors in the morning, and outdoors in the evening.
The composition and humidity of the air also play an important role in growing tomatoes. For example, a plant needs oxygen to breathe, carbon dioxide is needed for fruiting, and moisture is important for fertilizing flowers.
And of course, you need to meticulously choose the place of planting tomatoes. Best of all, this culture grows on loamy and sandy loam soils.
If you try to comply with all the requirements and prepare the necessary conditions for the tomato, you can get the most beautiful harvest.
Maxim
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