Tomato King of Kings

Tomatoes are, perhaps, the most popular and most demanded crop that grows in various garden and backyard plots. Today there is the largest number of the most diverse varieties of tomatoes, including hybrid ones, which meet various requirements from gardeners and gardeners. The list of popular tomato varieties is regularly updated. There are those that are already particularly popular. And there are varieties that are still little known to gardeners. But at the same time, they have a large number of positive characteristics, to which it is extremely important to pay special attention. One of these varieties is the King of Kings tomato. The name speaks for itself. But we will understand in this article in more detail about what characteristics this variety has, as well as what its advantages and what are its features.

Tomato King of Kings: characteristics and description of the variety

Tomato King of Kings: photo of the variety

• Tomato variety King of Kings is an indeterminate type of tomato, which differs in that large tomatoes ripen at an average speed. The variety was bred by domestic breeders. The ripening period of tomatoes King of Kings varies from 110 to 120 days from the moment the very first shoots appear.
• The shape of the King of Kings tomatoes is round, they are slightly ribbed, which is very noticeable if you start feeling the tomatoes. The flesh of the fruit is very juicy and dense, it is distinguished, perhaps, even by excessive fleshiness. At the same time, in general, in some conditions, the pulp may not turn out very juicy.
• At maturity, King of Kings tomatoes have a very bright, rich red hue. The average weight of tomatoes can vary from two hundred grams to one and a half kilograms.
• Tomato variety King of Kings is universal, but to a greater extent it has a table purpose. It is also great for eating fresh tomatoes. And also for the preparation of fresh salads, juices, pastes and purees. It is best not to use these tomatoes for canning or pickling.
• Tomato yield King of Kings is big. From one square meter of planting, you can collect from seven to eight kilograms of excellent fruits. Sowing is carried out about 65-70 days before the seedlings should be directly on the garden plot itself.
• There should be no more than three plants on one square meter of the plot. So it will be easier for them to form, the root system will be more adapted. At the same time, the variety differs in that it is sufficiently resistant to various diseases. For example, late blight, but the whitefly can very easily attack this variety, and therefore it can significantly weaken the plant.

Tomato King of Kings: photo of the variety

Tomato variety King of Kings is quite new, and not so much information has been collected about it today. Nevertheless, we can tell the most basic points about the variety. Since they will be of interest to both novice gardeners and those who already have experience in growing tomato varieties of various types.

Tomato King of Kings is great for planting indoors, it can withstand temperature extremes.

The King of Kings tomato is a hybrid variety, so there is no point in picking seeds yourself from fruits that have already ripened.In order to plant the King of Kings tomato variety annually, you need to buy special seeds in shops for gardeners and gardeners. The packaging must be original, so the quality of the seed will be even higher, and there are guarantees that the germination rate will be at a high level.

The bush belongs to a non-standard species. This means that it can reach more than one and a half meters in height, with a maximum of two meters. At the same time, the bush branches very strongly, it has an average level of foliage. It is imperative to tie the plants to a strong and long support so that the plant does not spread out and break under the weight of the fruit.

If the King of Kings tomatoes are timely looked after and given the correct and necessary feeding, then there is a high probability that the yield of the King of Kings tomato will be very high. Up to five kilograms can be removed from one bush.

Tomato King of Kings: gardeners reviews about the variety

It is worth focusing on reviews about the King of Kings tomato from gardeners who already have experience in growing plants. As a rule, if tomatoes are planted in greenhouses, which are covered with films, then you can significantly increase the level of yield. But here, too, you should be careful, as tomatoes can get fungal diseases from excessive moisture.

Tomato King of Kings: photo of the variety

Gardeners celebrate visible dignitythat favorably distinguish the tomato King of Kings. These include the following:

• high yield of tomatoes King of Kings, even in spite of the conditions in which tomatoes grow;
• the fruits are very large, beautiful, and also very tasty and healthy. What distinguishes them favorably from other varieties that are better known;
• tomatoes are perfectly stored, and also transfer transportation over long distances, which is a very big plus;
• the variety is quite resistant to various diseases, for example, to late blight, and sometimes does not even need additional treatments with special preparations.
• The King of Kings tomato produces fruits that can lie well for a long time. They do not undergo diseases at all, do not lose their appearance and taste, all these indicators remain at their best, which is undoubtedly an advantage of the variety.

If speak about disadvantages, then they are, but insignificant. However, you should still pay attention to them:

• The seeds of the variety have a high price, as they are hybrid, and can be purchased exclusively in specialized shops for gardeners.
• For preservation and pickling, these tomatoes are completely unsuitable. It is best to consume them fresh or prepare salads from them. That is why the variety has a table purpose. It can also be used to prepare juices or sauces, tomato pastes, which are suitable for filling a variety of dishes.

Features of growing varieties

There are several aspects that reflect the peculiarities of growing tomatoes of the King of Kings variety. Tomatoes take root best in regions such as Ukraine and Moldova. In Russia, it is best to grow tomatoes of this variety in the open field in the South, but in the northern regions where the climate is not stable, the variety should be grown in greenhouses and greenhouses, where they will perfectly adapt and give good growth rates.

Tomato King of Kings is different in that he is generally not capricious and completely unpretentious in terms of care measures. In order for a gardener to get a good harvest, he does not need to put in a lot of effort and spend a lot of his free time. At the same time, there are several conditions that should be adhered to:

• Observe the rules of agricultural technology when planting tomatoes;
• Provide timely and abundant watering;
• Tomatoes also need feeding and support in the form of organic and mineral fertilizers;
• Bushes need to be loosened in order for moisture to be distributed fairly evenly.

Growing seedlings of the King of Kings variety

Tomato King of Kings: photo of the variety

Tomatoes of the King of Kings variety are recommended to be grown exclusively seedling method, since in this way tomatoes are best adapted to the conditions and take root, while yielding good fruits.

Before sowing the seeds of the tomato King of Kings, it is best to soak them for 20-30 minutes in a growth stimulator. And also disinfect in potassium permanganate to kill possible bacteria. For seedlings, you can purchase ready-made soil, which is sold in stores.

Planting is standard, as for any tomato varieties. The seedlings must be constantly looked after. Water it, loosen it. Make sure that bacteria or any pests that can harm the plant do not settle on the seedlings.

After about two months, the seedlings should be placed in a place where they will grow constantly. But at the same time, you should make sure that the soil is completely warmed up. And so that there are no risks of recurrent frosts, since the variety does not respond very well to these manifestations.

The King of Kings tomato planting scheme must be followed for the plants to feel comfortable. For example, you shouldn't plant more than three bushes per square meter. Then they will feel much better, comfortable. The deciduous and root system will have ample room for growth and development.

After that, the seedlings of the tomato King of Kings must be fed with fertilizer with a high phosphorus content. During flowering, the plant is tied up, nitrogen fertilizer is applied under the root. When the fruits are set and begin to ripen actively, a light potassium supplement can be added, which will help the fruits to form into excellent tomatoes with ideal taste and appearance.

Another point - the plant needs regular pinching... To do this, the gardener should slightly pinch the top of the stems. Also, stepchildren, who are located below, are removed, and the procedure must be carried out approximately two or three times during the entire time that the plant is in active growth.

Harvesting is carried out selectively. It is necessary to remove the fruit as it ripens. You can remove fruits that are not ripe from the bush, they will do it in a room at a temperature of +18 to +25 degrees. At the same time, their taste properties will not change at all, and may even change for the better.

Diseases and pests that tomato is "afraid" of the King of Kings

Tomatoes King of Kings: photo of the variety

If we talk about diseases and pests of tomatoes, the most common disease that affects nightshade crops is late blight... But the tomato King of Kings is resistant to it.

In this case, the danger is posed by such a pest as whitefly... One of the main signs that a plant has been attacked by a whitefly is that small white dots begin to appear on the underside of the leaves.

In general, the whitefly is, in principle, a very dangerous pest. So you need to keep a close eye on the plant. Otherwise, untimely detection of the pest can lead to the fact that the bush will be completely destroyed.

To fight whitefly, you need to use some effective remedies. For example, a drug called Actellic, as well as Mospilan and Verticillin, is distinguished by its properties and effectiveness. They must be used in accordance with the instructions that are attached to each package, and then the plant will be under reliable protection.

Conclusion

Thus, the King of Kings tomato variety is an excellent hybrid tomato that has excellent taste and appearance. They belong to table tomatoes.You can cook a large number of delicious dishes from them, there are fresh tomatoes.

At the same time, the tomato variety King of Kings is not recommended for conservation and pickling. Taking care of the plant is quite simple, since it is completely unpretentious. It is worth paying attention to universal care techniques - these are watering, weeding, loosening and feeding.

Also, in the early stages, the bushes of seedlings must be pinched. Tomatoes King of Kings can be stored for a very long time. They can be transported over long distances, they perfectly tolerate transportation. At the same time, the taste is very high. And the external characteristics of tomatoes of the King of Kings variety have excellent data.