IRISHKA

Tomato Irisha is an early-maturing determinate variety with diverse characteristics depending on the specific cultivar. Overall, plants of this variety start fruiting approximately 87-100 days after germination. Plants may be compact, reaching about 50 cm in height, or taller — up to 1.8 m — depending on the hybrid. The plants are resistant to phytophthora and verticillium, and are also adaptable to weather conditions, including cold tolerance, making them suitable for cultivation in open ground, polyethylene greenhouses, or even indoors. Tomato Irisha fruits vary in shape and size depending on the cultivar variant. They can be oval or round, with smooth, firm, bright red skin. Fruit weight ranges from 20-25 g for cherry-type fruits to 120-140 g for larger hybrids. Tomatoes grow in clusters, with up to 30-35 fruits per cluster. The fruits have a juicy, fleshy texture, excellent flavor, high sugar and vitamin C content, making them ideal for fresh consumption, salads, and whole-fruit canning. Growing tomato Irisha requires adherence to specific agronomic practices. It is recommended to tie stems to prevent breakage under the weight of the fruit. The optimal time for transplanting seedlings is when soil temperature reaches +10ºC, and sowing seeds for seedlings should occur around mid-March. Watering should be done every 5-6 days, and fertilizers should be applied to the root three times per season, with possible foliar feedings. Also important is loosening the rows between plants to improve soil aeration and plant health. Due to its characteristics and resistance, the Irisha variety is an excellent choice for gardeners seeking an early, abundant harvest of quality tomatoes.