Every summer resident wants to see the result of his labor in the garden as soon as possible. Early varieties of tomatoes will help with this. We tell you which variety of tomatoes to choose in order to get an early and rich harvest.
If there is a greenhouse on the site, you can significantly speed up the ripening process of these crops. How can you get a tomato harvest in open ground in June? This is also quite real! You just need to choose the right varieties. Their characteristics determine whether tomatoes can be grown in the middle zone in open ground or only in a greenhouse, or generally only in the southern regions.
To get early tomatoes, do not forget to sow them in a timely manner and provide proper care in the future.
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We will assume that all these basics are familiar to you, and we will focus on the most important thing - we will choose the best early varieties of tomatoes for open ground based on the manufacturer’s characteristics and the advice of experienced gardeners. From simply early ripening (90-95 days pass from the appearance of the first shoots to the ripening of the fruit) to the most ultra-early ripening (75-85 days).
Tomato Aurora F1
Ultra-early tomato hybrid of Russian selection for open ground.
The bush is determinate, low-growing (up to 60-70 cm in height), requires tying to a support and moderate pinching. The leaves are dark green, loose, medium in size, the foliage of the bush is weak. The plant is unpretentious, is distinguished by its early harvest yield, resistance to Alternaria, tobacco mosaic virus (TMV) and most other diseases.
Ripening period is 75-85 days. Productivity – 3-5 kg per plant.
The fruits are smooth, round, slightly ribbed, bright red, weighing 100-120 g, set together, and ripen simultaneously. The pulp is juicy, dense, fleshy. The purpose is universal. Transportability and keeping quality are excellent.
From the reviews of summer residents : “Very productive, I’ve been planting it for many years now,” “I really liked the tomato, especially its unpretentiousness and ease of care,” “I was very pleased with the early rich harvest,” “the taste is rather weak, but the harvest is good, perfect for a salad.” , “I was satisfied with the taste and yield, it was enough for a salad and for baking.”
Tomato Alpha
An early-ripening tomato variety of Russian selection for open ground.
The bush is super-determinate, low-growing (up to 45-55 cm in height), standard type, requires the removal of a few stepsons from the lower part of the stem. The leaves are green, medium in size, potato type, the foliage of the bush is average. The plant is unpretentious, characterized by increased cold resistance, resistance to the vagaries of weather, late blight and most other fungal and viral diseases.
Can be grown without seedlings. Ripening period is 85-95 days. Productivity – 2-4 kg per plant.
The fruits are round, slightly flattened, red, weighing 50-70 g, set together, and ripen simultaneously. The pulp is juicy, tasty, sweet, of moderate density, few seeds. The tomato is recommended for fresh consumption. Not intended for long-term storage and long-term transportation.
From the reviews of summer residents : “Favorite family variety, a real alpha in terms of ripening speed”, “a tiny bush, completely strewn with sweet tomatoes”, “very early, begins to turn red quickly, the fruits are small, fit perfectly into jars”, “early ripening and not a hybrid, you can collect your own seeds”, “the harvest is simply gorgeous for the street.”
- Tomato seedlings - we grow according to all the rules
Growing strong and stocky tomato seedlings yourself is not difficult. You just need to fulfill 9 conditions.
Tomato Amur standard F1
An early maturing tomato hybrid of Russian selection for open ground.
The bush is determinate, low-growing (up to 45-50 cm in height). Does not require tying to a support or pinning. The leaves are large in size and dark green in color. It is unpretentious and cold-resistant. Tomatoes ripen smoothly both in good weather and when it rains.
Ripening period is 85-95 days. Productivity – 3.5-4 kg per plant.
The fruits are medium in size, while one tomato can reach 100-120 g. Ripe fruits are red, unripe ones are light green. The shape is flat-round and the flesh is dense. Recommended for fresh consumption and whole-fruit canning. Transportability is high.
From the reviews of summer residents : “I grow them in open ground, the seedlings are not afraid of any temperature fluctuations, the bushes themselves are not tall, the fruits are tasty and fleshy,” “ripe in about three months, a good early variety,” “the yield is very good, even the harsh weather inherent in our region, does not interfere."
Determinate or indeterminate
- Determinant These are plants whose main stem stops growing after the first 4-5 clusters have set.
Determinate varieties are grown both in open ground and in greenhouses.Removal of stepsons is carried out at will, to obtain a more friendly harvest. In areas with a cold climate and short summers, super-early determinate varieties of tomatoes are recommended to be grown in protected soil.
There are a large number of varieties of determinate super-early ripening, super-early tomatoes. This is due to the fact that low-growing plants spend less energy on the growth of stems, branches, and leaves, and spend more energy on setting fruits and ripening the crop.
- Indeterminate varieties continue to grow throughout the life of the plant.
They require mandatory tying of stems and pinching. More often, indeterminate varieties are grown in greenhouses. In regions with warm climates, they grow well in open ground on a trellis. Prominent representatives of indeterminate early ripening tomatoes are raceme and Cherry varieties - “Kira” F1, “Samara” F1, “Forte Mare” F1, “Grozdevoy” F1 and many others.
Tomato Aphrodite F1
Ultra-early tomato hybrid of Russian selection for open ground.
The bush is determinate, low-growing (up to 50-70 cm in height), despite this it requires tying to a support and moderate pinching. The foliage is voluminous, rich green, densely covering the bushes. Resistant to late blight, tobacco mosaic virus, fusarium, as well as to adverse environmental influences.
Ripening period is 75-80 days. Productivity – 4-5 kg per plant.
The fruits are regular round in shape, symmetrical, with thin skin. Fruit weight – 110-115 g. Tomato pulp is dense and meaty. It has a pleasant sweetish taste. Used fresh and for preparing salads, as well as for canning. Transportability and keeping quality are excellent.
From the reviews of summer residents : “I couldn’t be happier with the successful choice, care is simple, and the harvest is early and friendly,” “Aphrodite is a wonderful variety, the appearance of the fruits is excellent, the harvest is large, enough for salads and for preparations,” “a variety with great problems when growing didn’t deliver, I liked the taste, the preparations also turned out early, determinant, low-growing - just what you need”, “for those who are tired of the “jungle”, a super plus: you can grow both in open ground and in a greenhouse”, “neat bushes, the fruits do not crack”, “beautiful, smooth, you wouldn’t be ashamed to treat your neighbors to these tomatoes!”, “pulp with a rich sweet taste and a high content of nutrients and lycopene!”
Early varieties of tomatoes: pros and cons
The positive qualities of early-ripening tomatoes are well known. First of all, their cultivation allows you to get the first fruits long before seasonal products go on sale. In addition, the choice of early varieties of tomatoes makes it possible for summer residents of the Urals, Siberia and central Russia to grow a full-fledged harvest, avoiding damage to plants by late blight, the height of which can be expected in these regions in early August.
Choosing early varieties of tomatoes makes it possible to grow a full-fledged harvest, avoiding damage to plants by late blight, the height of which in some regions occurs in early August
The disadvantages of early-ripening tomato varieties are not so obvious, but they exist. Gardeners who annually grow early varieties of tomatoes for open ground know that short daylight hours do not have the best effect on the taste of the fruit. True, breeders are trying to combat this cultural feature. Today there are already varieties and hybrids that are capable of producing tasty fruits even in northern summer conditions with a small number of sunny days.
All tomatoes are self-pollinating plants (i.e., to form the ovary, pollen from the stamens of the flower must reach the pistil)
Early varieties of tomatoes for greenhouses also have similar disadvantages. But it is easy to equip shelters with lighting devices that create a luminous flux with characteristics close to natural ones. Such devices help to reduce the severity of the problem to some extent and produce fruits of good taste, which is especially important when growing large-fruited salad varieties.
It is important to understand that all tomatoes are self-pollinating plants. This means that in order for the ovary to form, pollen from the stamens of the flower must reach its pistil. For bushes planted in a garden bed, it is enough for the stems of the plant to be periodically “disturbed” by the wind. When grown in protected soil, the harvest may not meet expectations only because the flower clusters were motionless at the right time. Therefore, the gardener should regularly shake the stems of tomatoes growing in the greenhouse. It is best to do this in the morning, when pollen most actively exhibits the properties necessary for fertilization.
In farms engaged in the cultivation of vegetables on an industrial scale, early-ripening, productive indeterminate varieties of tomatoes are grown in extended cultivation. To do this, greenhouses made of polycarbonate or glass are equipped with climate systems that maintain optimal temperature and humidity for the growth and fruiting of tomatoes year-round. The growth of the bushes is not limited, trying to get the maximum number of fruits from each of them. It is clear that with intensive use, the soil in greenhouses is greatly depleted, and the plants constantly require feeding.
Greenhouse products, although very attractive in appearance, are often devoid of the specific taste and aroma characteristic of seasonal tomatoes
Contrary to expectations, “biologically close” but completely artificial cultivation conditions do not at all improve the consumer qualities of the crop. There really are a lot of fruits. They have equal dimensions, are well stored and can be transported. However, it is not for nothing that buyers call such tomatoes “plastic”: although they look very attractive, they are completely devoid of the specific taste and aroma characteristic of seasonal tomatoes.
Thanks to the efforts of breeders, early tomato varieties are now found in all groups. Seeds of plants that form fruits of various shapes or unusual colors (pink, black, orange, etc.) are available for sale.
For cultivation in open ground, varieties of domestic selection are most often chosen, recommended for cultivation throughout the country.
Among Russian gardeners, low-growing varieties and early-ripening grape-type tomatoes, including small-fruited ones (cherry variety), are very popular.
We offer brief descriptions, characteristics and photos of the best early varieties and hybrids of tomatoes:
Tomato Boni MM
An early-ripening tomato variety of Russian selection for open ground.
The bush is determinate, low-growing (up to 45-50 cm in height). Does not require stepsoning. The leaves are small, dark green. Unpretentious and resistant to pathogens of major fungal infections. It is distinguished by early and friendly fruit ripening.
Ripening period is 83-88 days. Productivity – 2-3.5 kg per plant.
The fruits are flat-round, the weight of one tomato is 60-100 g. The color of unripe tomatoes is green with a dark green spot at the stalk. Ripe fruits are red. Pleasant rich taste with light sourness and sweetness of the first vegetables. The purpose is universal. It is used both fresh and for preservation. Transportability and keeping quality are good.
From the reviews of summer residents : “In Siberia they ripened quite early, in July we were already with tomatoes”, “these are the very first tomatoes that ripen in our garden, the taste is average, but the early ripening period completely compensates for this”, “an excellent, problem-free variety, I’ve never let you down, the harvest is good, the tomatoes are small.”
Ultra-early, low-growing varieties by region
Experienced gardeners prefer to plant zoned varieties in plots. They are better adapted to local conditions and produce higher yields of fruit.
For Siberia and the Urals
For this harsh region, ultra-early tomatoes are a salvation, since in an unpredictable climate they will always delight you with delicious fruits.
Bulat F1
An ultra-early hybrid, very unpretentious, resistant to all tomato diseases. The plant reaches a height of 80 cm, forms 5-7 fruits in a cluster. The color is red, the shape is round, with a dense structure. They weigh 120-140 grams. These tomatoes are suitable for storage and transportation. With full care, 12-15 kg of plantings are collected per square meter.
Petrusha the gardener
This variety was bred in Altai and adapted to the difficult climate of Siberia. Ripens after 90 days, ripens well indoors. The bushes grow up to half a meter, have few leaves, without pinching.
On a note! The plant needs support, otherwise the bushes will fall on their sides under the weight of the tomatoes.
The tomatoes are bright red, elongated, weighing 150-180 grams. The sugar content of the pulp of this early variety is surprising, which is not typical for early tomatoes.
Shuttle
It is unlikely that any gardener has not heard about this variety of tomatoes. The shuttle is a favorite of many, as it has a number of advantages:
- short;
- not requiring removal of stepsons;
- early (80-82 days);
- cold-resistant.
Tomatoes with a “spout”, dense, weigh 90-100 grams. This is one of the few varieties that is good in canned whole fruit and in salads.
Bullfinches
An analogue of the Bullfinch variety, the same early, productive and easy-to-care tomato. They are planted in a dense planting, so the tomato harvest will be higher. Bushes of small height, 40 cm each, are quite suitable for growing in pots at home.
For those who want to get their tomatoes early, this variety is perfect. The fruits are round in shape, with a thin shell and dense pulp. Tasty, but slightly sour. They weigh 170-200 grams.
For the Moscow region
In the milder climate of the middle zone, early standard-type tomatoes, determinate and tall indets are grown
Gina
This variety is valued for its successful combination of short height and large fruits. Tomatoes grow up to 200 grams, individual specimens - up to 270-300 grams. Bushes 40-45 cm high, sparsely leafy. Suitable for planting in beds and shelters.
The harvest is quick (85-88 days), the fruits are tasty and fleshy. When preserved, the skin does not burst; when cut into slices in the marinade, the tomatoes retain their shape.
Turbojet
The baby grows in garden beds, bears fruit abundantly and does not require special care. Unpretentious, with good yield indicators for a low-growing tomato - up to 5 kg per square meter. The tomatoes are very fleshy, sweet, weigh 70-80 grams. They are mainly used for juices, pastas, and purees. Harvests in any summer.
Tomatoes for North-West Russia
For the capricious humid climate of these regions, many varieties of early ripening have been bred.
Peterhof
The originator of the variety is . The tomato is adapted to temperate climates and grows well in beds. The bushes are compact, up to 40-45 cm high. Tomatoes are ready for harvest after 85 days. 1.5-2 kg of fruits are removed from the bush. To improve performance, bushes are planted densely, with 7-9 plants per square meter. The fruits are slightly elongated, rich red in color, weigh 40 grams. The tomato is lightweight and suitable for transportation.
Mongolian dwarf
This amazing bush does not grow upward, but spreads along the surface of the soil. The length of the stem is about 30 cm. 4-7 clusters with fruits of good tomato taste are tied on the branches. They weigh 160-200 grams, suitable for salads and fresh food.
On a note! The variety is purchased from collectors, since agricultural companies do not produce Mongolian dwarf seeds.
Yamal
A well-known tomato among summer residents, suitable for growing in regions with a temperate climate. Compact bushes are strewn with red fruits during the fruiting period.
The height of the plants does not exceed 35 cm. It is characterized by strong foliage and therefore looks like a miniature Christmas tree. In simple inflorescences 4-6 fruits are formed. The variety is resistant to cold snaps and bears fruit even in cool summers.
Visible-Invisible
On bushes about a meter high, an abundant number of ovaries are formed. The fruits ripen after 90 days and weigh 100-130 grams. The pink skin is thin but dense and cannot be felt when eating. The pulp is juicy and sweet. The variety is used for processing (it produces delicious juice and puree) and for salads.
Early tomatoes for Ukraine
The climate allows for growing tomatoes of different fruiting periods, but ultra-early ones are also held in high esteem.
Among them:
- Don Juan is an increasingly popular variety with fruits of an original color. Oval tomatoes, as they mature, acquire a crimson color with yellow golden stripes. Ripens early, after 88-90 days. Looks great in assorted dishes, suitable for preparing salads and sauces;
- Cupid - grown in the gardens of summer residents, as well as on farms. An unpretentious tomato that quickly adapts to any area. The tomatoes are round in shape, weigh 120 grams, and are suitable for any processing.
Tomato Explosion
An early maturing tomato variety of Russian selection (created on the basis of the Bely Naliv variety) for open ground.
The bush is determinate, low-growing (up to 50-60 cm in height), requires tying to a support and moderate pinching. The leaves are light green, medium in size, the foliage of the bush is average. The plant is unpretentious, characterized by increased drought and cold resistance, resistance to late blight and root rot.
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Can be grown without seedlings. Fruit ripening period is 90-100 days from emergence. Productivity – 2-4 kg per plant.
The fruits are round, slightly ribbed, red, weighing 100-150 g, fragrant, set together, and ripen simultaneously. The pulp is tasty, dense, fleshy, with a moderate content of dry matter. The purpose is universal. Transportability is good.
From the reviews of summer residents : “They grow very well, and the harvest exceeds all expectations”, “juicy, they ripen well, they are stored for a month and a half”, “they set before all other varieties”, “they ripen perfectly, even if you don’t spoil them with fertilizing”, “they gain weight really at explosive speed!”
How different are sweet hybrids from sweet varieties?
The ability to accumulate sugars is in the genetic “code” of the plant. As you know, the phenotype of a plant (in fact, the quality of the fruit that you get on your plot) depends on the genotype and environmental conditions in which this plant is grown. That is, the taste of grown fruits depends not only on the characteristics of the variety or hybrid, but also on the conditions of growing and harvesting the fruits. The sweetest fruits will be from plants grown in the open sun and collected at full ripeness (if we collect brown or green fruits and then ripen them, they will be less tasty and sweet). The accumulation of sugars in the fruits of the plant also largely depends on weather conditions and proper agricultural technology - soil composition, proper watering, temperature conditions, and fertilizing.
If you choose between what to grow, a variety or a hybrid of sweet tomato, then, first of all, you need to look at their descriptions and, after comparing, choose the one that suits you. But, as a rule, modern F1 hybrids contain more sugars than varieties. Therefore, if you need sweet fruits, then we safely give preference to hybrids. In addition, hybrids have many other “advantages”: resistance to low light (important for growing in greenhouses), good fruit set in unfavorable conditions, resistance to fruit cracking due to changes in temperature and humidity, disease resistance, etc.
Sweet tomatoes
Tomato Don Juan
An early-ripening tomato variety of Russian selection for open ground.
The bush is determinate, low-growing (up to 60-70 cm in height). The plant is unpretentious, but has low frost resistance. Possibility of tying to a support and moderate pinching. The leaves are large, rich green, matte. Resistant to late blight.
Ripening period is 90-100 days. Productivity – 5-8 kg per plant.
The fruits are oval-shaped with “spouts,” bright crimson in color with yellow wavy stripes, dense, fleshy, and have excellent taste. Fruit weight – 70-80 g. Intended for fresh consumption and whole-fruit canning. Transportability and keeping quality are excellent.
From the reviews of summer residents : “Very original-looking tomatoes, they can be used both for salads and for winter preparations,” “good tomatoes, productive, the taste is not inferior to their appearance,” “I tried it for the first time, and really liked it, I will continue to grow "
Timing of sowing seeds and care features
Attention! High-quality seedlings of super-early tomato varieties have a thickened stem, short internodes, 6-8 leaves and at least one or two flower clusters.
To grow such seedlings, you need to correctly calculate the time for sowing the seeds.
- Growing tomatoes indoors. If the seedlings are planned to be planted in a greenhouse before June 10, then the seeds must be sown on March 18-20. For correct calculation, we take into account the time of germination - 5-8 days, the beginning of flowering - 55-60 days, adaptation after picking plants - 5-7 days. Seedlings are sown in boxes or two seeds are planted in separate cups. Seeds are planted in cups a week later.
- If you plan to grow tomatoes in open ground , seedlings are planted in a permanent place later, taking into account a possible drop in night temperatures. Therefore, the seeds are sown in early April.
Sowing seeds and caring for seedlings:
- Seeds are sown in the ground to a depth of 1.5 cm, dry or pre-soaked in water for swelling. Soaking time is no more than 24 hours.
- The crops are covered with film or glass.
- Seed germination temperature - + 25 degrees.
- For better seedling yield, after the first “hooks” appear, additional lighting is provided for at least 14 hours. Daytime temperatures are reduced to +20, nighttime temperatures to +16.
- Water the seedlings moderately, twice a week.
- Picking is carried out when two true leaves appear. Seedlings are planted in separate containers.
- 15 days before planting the seedlings, the plants are hardened off: the air temperature is lowered by 4-5 degrees, and taken out into the fresh air.
Before sowing, it is necessary to check tomato seeds for germination. This can be done by visually inspecting the seeds or using a saline solution. Dilute salt (1 tsp) in 150 ml of water. Pour the seeds into the solution and let sit for 10 minutes. After this, mix well and remove the floating seeds - they will not sprout. Collect the seeds that have sunk to the bottom and rinse well under running water. Then leave them to swell. Check the seeds before planting.
Tomato Pickling miracle
An early-ripening tomato variety of Russian selection for open ground.
The bush is determinate, low-growing (up to 50-60 cm in height), compact, does not require pinching or tying to a support. The leaves are long, green, medium foliage. Resistant to late blight and other diseases.
Ripening period is 90-100 days. Productivity – 2-3.5 kg per plant.
The fruits are elliptical, slightly ribbed, bright red. Weight of tomatoes – 95-100 g, classic taste. Consumed fresh. Also ideal for whole fruit canning. The dense pulp is covered with a strong skin and does not crack during canning. Transportability is good.
From the reviews of summer residents : “Solid, fruitful, just right for seaming”, “the harvest was surprising, the bush was full of fruits”, “I liked this variety, it fits well in jars, does not crack, is tasty when preserved.”
Review of ultra-early varieties
The group of early ripening birds is constantly replenished. Selection moves forward, offering summer residents interesting types of early ripening.
Superstar
Presented on the market, it produces a harvest within 80 days. Suitable for cutting into salads, tasty and juicy tomato. The fruits are large, smooth, up to 200 grams. For better performance, it is advisable to remove the stepsons and lead into 1 trunk.
Vasilyevna F1
The Vasilievna hybrid gives a good harvest, up to 8-10 kg per square meter. meters. Tomatoes ripen quickly, after 90 days. The taste of tomatoes is excellent, which is rare for early hybrid varieties. The color is red, there is slight ribbing.
Marisha
On the low growing bushes of this tomato, fruits weighing 50-80 grams ripen. Terms – 80 days. The variety is usually cultivated directly on the beds, and also bears fruit well under film covers. Fees - 7-8 kg per square meter.
Labrador
Tomato is presented agro. A fairly early, standard-type variety that grows well in open ground. Fruits in the technical maturity phase can be harvested after 88-90 days. It is not susceptible to disease and tolerates cold weather well. The fruits are dense, 100-130 grams each, intended for any type of processing.
F1 President
The tomato with the obliging name is large, early (80 days), semi-determinate. It is advisable to grow in shelters, as yields are higher. Tomatoes are bright red in color, with thick skin. Weight: 200-250 grams, formed with brushes.
Valentina
Only 95 days and you can harvest your first tomatoes! The variety is productive and suitable for planting outdoors. Height – 50-60 cm, with elongated tomatoes and cream.
On a note! A tomato from the group of generalists, it stands out for its friendly yield of fruits.
Zero
An early and unpretentious species from the category of determinate varieties. Grows up to 50 cm, produces orange tomatoes. In any summer, fruits are formed on Zero; yield indicators do not decline even in an unfavorable season. The fruits weigh about 150-170 grams.
Tomato Doll F1
An early tomato hybrid of Russian selection for open ground.
The bush is determinate, low-growing (up to 60-70 cm in height), requires tying to a support and moderate pinching. The leaves are green, medium in size, moderate foliage. The plant is unpretentious, quickly adapts to weather surprises, and is resistant to major diseases.
Ripening period is 85-95 days. Productivity – 2-4 kg per plant.
The fruits have a classic round shape with a uniform, bright pink color. Fruit weight – 250-400 g. The pulp is dense, fleshy, moderately juicy, with a small content of seeds. The skin is dense. The purpose is universal. The fruits are eaten fresh, canned, salted, and processed into juices, purees, and sauces. Transportability and keeping quality are excellent.
From the reviews of summer residents : “A good hybrid, the yield is high, the taste is sweet and sour, not bad for early varieties,” “I bought it by chance and did not regret it, excellent harvest, excellent taste, stores well,” “I expected the fruits to be larger, but the tomatoes turned out to be average and the bush was literally covered with them, I was very pleased with the harvest.”
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Tomato Lyubasha F1
Ultra-early tomato hybrid of Russian selection for open ground.
The bush is determinate, medium-sized (up to 80-100 cm in height), requires tying to a support and moderate pinching. The leaves are green, medium in size, the foliage of the bush is average. Resistant to Alternaria, late blight and other diseases, as well as to adverse environmental influences.
Ripening period is 80-85 days. Productivity – 4-5 kg per plant.
The fruits are round and flat-round in shape with a smooth and dense red skin, without green spots on the stalk. Fruit weight – 100-140 g. Fleshy, medium density, wonderful taste. Fruiting is friendly. The purpose is universal. Transportability and keeping quality are excellent.
From the reviews of summer residents : “Smooth, large, strong tomatoes, can be stored for a long time”, “although the taste is not salad, but in general the tomatoes are good, beautiful, did not get sick”, “they stayed fresh until November, I will grow them again next season.”
Belmonte
A variety of Italian selection, distinguished by its fleshy fruits and sweet taste. The tomato is very productive, even in a temperate climate in greenhouses it yields up to 5-6 kg per bush.
According to the ripening period - mid-season, tomatoes are harvested in a state of technical maturity after 110-115 days. Bushes up to 1.8 meters (in shelters), spreading. Gardeners prefer to grow a variety with two stems.
The fruits are large, weighing 600-800 grams. Inside there is raspberry pulp, with a small number of seeds. When rationing the ovaries, Belmonte bushes are grown with fruits up to 900-1200 grams. The main purpose of this “giant” is salads. It is resistant to diseases, but preventive spraying is required.
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Tomato Marisha
An early-ripening tomato variety of Russian selection for open ground.
The bush is determinate, low-growing (up to 40-60 cm in height), does not require tying to a support or pinching. The leaves are green, medium in size, the foliage of the bush is average. The plant is unpretentious, well adapted to temperature changes, drought- and cold-resistant.
Ripening period is 85-90 days. Productivity – 2-3 kg per plant.
The fruits are round, slightly ribbed, red, weighing 80-130 g, set together, and ripen simultaneously. The pulp is tasty, dense, juicy, fleshy, with an average dry matter content. The purpose is universal. Transportability is excellent.
From the reviews of summer residents : “The shoots are very friendly, and in the future the variety turned out to be strong, it ripened quickly”, “the harvest is good, the taste is sweet with a slight sourness”, “the yield of the variety has been stable for many years, it almost does not depend on the weather”, “good early ripening I will grow pink tomatoes.”
Classification by growth type
- Superdeterminant. Growth stops after the formation of the third brush.
- Standard ones. Dense compact bush, strong trunk allows cultivation without supports or garters.
- Determinant. Weak-growing, up to 5 flower clusters are laid.
- Semi-determinant. The maximum number of fruit clusters is up to 12.
- Indeterminate. Growth is unlimited. The rate of flowering and formation of ovaries will be extended until the end of the growing season.
For regions with short daylight hours, it is advisable to choose an assortment from the first three groups. They will ensure rapid production of a full harvest at the beginning of the summer season and avoid mass damage by late blight during fruiting.
Tomato Parodist
An ultra-early tomato variety of Russian selection for open ground.
The bush is compact, determinate, low-growing (up to 50-60 cm in height), standard, and does not require tying to a support or pinching. The leaves are dark green, of the usual type, medium in size, the foliage of the bush is average. The plant is unpretentious, characterized by increased drought and cold resistance, resistance to the vagaries of weather, late blight and cladosporiosis.
Ripening period is 80-85 days. Productivity – 2.5-3.5 kg per plant.
The fruits are flat-round, with pronounced light ribbing, red in color, weighing 120-160 g, set together and in any weather conditions, ripen simultaneously. The pulp is tasty, juicy, dense, with a moderate content of dry matter, the skin is thin. The tomato is recommended for fresh consumption. Not intended for long-term storage and long-term transportation.
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From the reviews of summer residents : “I was pleased with the harvest even in very cool rainy weather”, “unpretentious, no difficulties in growing, it was easy to grow sweet berries”, “I recommend it, the tomato is very compact, resistant to adverse weather conditions”, “I didn’t find any disadvantages for myself” “early ripening, sweet, the fruits are quite large.”
Pink honey
With proper care and rationing of the ovaries, this variety will delight you with fruits weighing 800-1000 grams. On average, tomatoes grow to 400-500 grams.
The bushes are medium-sized; in a greenhouse they grow up to 1.3-1.5 meters. There are few leaves, the inflorescences are simple. In terms of ripening time, the variety is mid-early; tomatoes are used in salads and for making juices. The fruits are large, heart-shaped, rich pink-red in color. The skin is thin, inside there is fleshy pulp. Some gardeners have grown the variety for years, noting the sweetness and pleasant taste of the tomatoes.
Tomato Sanka
An ultra-early tomato variety of Russian selection for open ground.
The bush is determinate, low-growing (up to 40-50 cm in height), compact, does not require pinching. The leaves are green, medium in size, the foliage of the bush is good. The plant is unpretentious, moderately resistant to diseases and low light, and is characterized by increased cold resistance.
Can be grown without seedlings. Ripening period is 75-90 days. Productivity – 2-3.5 kg per plant.
The fruits are round-flat, slightly ribbed, deep red in color, weighing 80-120 g, set together and ripen simultaneously. The pulp is tasty, very fleshy, with a moderate content of dry matter, the peel is dense. The purpose is universal. Transportability is excellent.
- Early tomatoes: how to get a harvest in June
Secrets of growing early-ripening tomatoes for keen gardeners.
From the reviews of summer residents : “A good tomato, unpretentious, productive”, “satisfied with the result, the tomatoes are fleshy, tasty”, “very early ripening, ripens down to the last bunch”, “abundant harvest even in our north”, “maybe for some and there’s not enough smell or sweetness, but the harvest is a complete delight!”
The most productive early tomatoes
The most productive early tomatoes are considered varieties that can produce a yield of 10 kg - 15 kg per 1 sq. m plot. It is worth noting that hybrid varieties are usually the most productive. And yet, most often high-yielding are tall indeterminate tomatoes. Important
: High-yielding varieties can be large-fruited or small-fruited. Therefore, we choose a variety or hybrid based on our preferences.
The best productive
early varieties of tomatoes and hybrids
: Andromeda F1, Lethal force, Mandarin duck, Golden brush, Sweet bunch, Velikosvetsky F1, Raspberry ringing F1, Magnus F1, Legionnaire F1, Katherine F1.
