One of these is the Golden Cockerel tomato, which can be grown everywhere, both in greenhouse conditions and in open soil.
Features of the plant
The bush is of indeterminate (tall) type, its height reaches up to 2 m, most often 1.6-1.8 m. The stems are powerful, the leaves have the usual shape and size, the plant needs staking and pinching, which should be carried out throughout the entire growing season period. It develops faster in warm climates or in greenhouse conditions. It can be grown in one stem, but the best results are obtained when forming 2-3 or even 4 stems. The growing season of the Golden Cockerel tomato ranges from 110 to 125 days. This is the period of time from complete germination of seeds to the beginning of fruit ripening.
Video: Forming a tomato in a greenhouse
This is a natural variety of tomato. Therefore, we recommend taking seeds from a ripe fruit and using them for planting in subsequent seasons.
If you grew Golden Cockerel tomatoes, please write whether you liked them or not. What was the yield and taste of the fruits like under your climatic conditions? Will you grow them again? Briefly describe the advantages and disadvantages of this tomato in your opinion. If possible, attach a photo of your tomatoes to your comment. Thank you!
Reviews of the Golden Cockerel tomato and additions to the description will help many gardeners evaluate this variety objectively and decide whether it is worth planting or not.
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Color, size, taste of fruits
The fruits have a bright yellow color, a pronounced “spindle-shaped” (elongated) shape, they are very dense, weighing 85-120 g. In one bunch, under favorable conditions, from 5 to 10 tomatoes are formed. The taste is high, the taste is pleasant, rich tomato, slightly sweet. The fruits are fleshy and have few seeds, making them very pleasant to eat.
The “Golden Cockerel” variety has a universal purpose; it can be consumed in its pure form, as part of gourmet salads, and can also be preserved in various ways. The fruits are stored for a long time in a cool, dark place and do not lose their taste over time. The yield of the “Golden Cockerel” ranges from 3 to 7 kg per bush (subject to the requirements of agricultural technology). Maximum yield can only be achieved in greenhouse conditions, especially in the northern regions.
Description and characteristics of the variety
Golden Cockerel bushes are indeterminate and grow up to 1.6-2 meters. The leaves are ordinary, the stems are strong and strong. In terms of ripening time, the variety is mid-ripening, although sometimes it is classified as mid-late - the fruits appear 110-125 days after the sprouts peck.
Tomatoes grow in clusters, each with 5-10 pieces. They have an elongated shape, pepper-shaped or spindle-shaped with a sharp nose. Their weight averages 60-120 grams. The color is bright yellow. The pulp has a pronounced tomato taste, sweet and sour, very juicy. There are few seeds. Tomatoes are used for whole-fruit preparations for the winter, fresh consumption, processing and cooking.
Features of cultivation
Sowing of seeds is carried out 60-65 days before planting seedlings in open ground for permanent residence (ideal planting time is March). Purchased seeds do not need to be further processed, but with seeds extracted from the fruit yourself, you will have to do a little work before sowing:
- To check the quality of the seeds, they are soaked in a weak saline solution (a teaspoon per glass of water). Those that pop up are rejected.
- Immediately before planting, the seeds need to be disinfected, since most diseases “live” on their surface. For disinfection, planting material is kept in a 1% solution of potassium permanganate for about 20 minutes. You can also treat it in a 2-3% peroxide solution heated to 45 degrees.
- To improve varietal qualities and germination, seeds must be soaked in a nutrient solution of Epin or Immunocytophyte.
After all the above procedures, you can sow with or without preliminary germination. Germination speeds up the process of seedling germination, and also allows you to reject planting material at the initial stages of cultivation. This procedure is carried out using a damp cloth or cotton cloth: the seeds are laid out on the cloth, covered with film and kept in a warm place (20-25 degrees) for several days until the sprouts emerge.
Already sprouted or dry store-bought seeds should be planted on peat soil at a distance of 1 cm from each other. A centimeter layer of the lightest peat is poured on top, then watering is carried out through a sprayer or strainer, but not with a direct, high-pressure stream, otherwise the seeds will float. The container with seedlings is covered with film, and it is recommended to place it in a well-lit place with an elevated temperature of up to 25 degrees. After the sprouts appear, the film is gradually removed, the seedlings are hardened and accustomed to the dry air in the living room.
In the phase of 1-3 true leaves, seedlings must be planted in separate pots or plastic glasses, slightly buried. To prevent pulling, an additional 12-hour backlight can be provided. In the phase of 5-6 true leaves, plants can be planted in a greenhouse or open soil. When planting seedlings in a permanent place per 1 sq. m. area you need to place no more than 4 plants. If the soil moisture is high, then it is recommended to loosen the tomatoes more often to prevent rotting.
As the tomatoes grow, they are tied to high supports and, if growth does not stop, the crown is pinched. To form two or more stems, it is necessary to regularly remove all incorrectly growing stepsons. It is better to do this in the morning so that the wounds have time to dry, and to prevent diseases, the places where the stepchildren are separated can be treated with charcoal or brilliant green.
Watering is carried out regularly after the top layer of soil has dried to a depth of 4-5 cm. To simplify this procedure, you can install a homemade drip system or an automatic sprayer. It is recommended to water with cool water with a temperature of no more than 16 degrees.
Tomato “Golden”: variety description, photos and reviews
In this article we will talk about the main characteristics and features of cultivating the “Golden” tomato variety.
Yellow-fruited tomatoes are always popular among summer residents. The fruits of these varieties are devoid of lycopene, but contain large amounts of carotene, natural sugars and biologically active substances that are beneficial to human health. Yellow tomatoes have a delicate, pleasant taste that fits harmoniously into summer vegetable salads and look great in homemade marinades. Finally, they can be consumed by people suffering from intolerance to “red” plant pigments.
The fruits of the variety fully possess all the positive qualities of this group of tomatoes. Let's look at the most important features of “Golden” in the table:
| Parameter | Characteristic |
| Culture | Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum L. var. lycopersicum) |
| Ripening period | Early |
| Period from germination to fruiting | 92-100 days |
| Marketable yield | On average 10 kg/m2 |
| Fruit weight | 100-150 g |
| Form | Flat-round, ribbed |
| Coloring of ripe fruits | Orange |
| Skin | Leaky |
| Pulp | Juicy, sweet, aromatic |
| Number of slots | 4 or more |
| Taste qualities | Good |
| Transportability and keeping quality | Average |
| Purpose | Salad, suitable for processing into juice and sauces |
| Plant type | Determinate, 70-80 cm high |
| Leaves | Large, dark green |
| Inflorescence | Intermediate type |
| Features of cultivation | Plants need pinching and tying to supports |
| Sustainability | The variety is cold-resistant and is practically not affected by late blight. |
| Recommended growing regions | All regions (in open ground and under film covers) |
| Year of registration in the Federal State Budgetary Institution "State Varietation Commission" | 2008 |
| Originator | LLC Agro (Domodedovo) |
Characteristics, description and photo of the variety
The variety was bred by specialists from Agro, one of the most respected breeding enterprises in the country. The “Golden” tomato was registered in the State Register in 2008 and is intended for cultivation throughout Russia in open ground and in summer unheated shelters.
Plants are determinate, low-growing. Bushes 70-80 cm high need pinching and tying to supports. Early ripening tomatoes (92-100 days from full germination), flat-round shape, leveled, weighing 100-150 g. Fruit set is friendly, high. The color of tomatoes ranges from lemon yellow to light orange. The pulp is juicy, very good taste, with a pronounced “tomato” aroma. The fruits are great for fresh consumption and can also be processed into juice or sauces.
The variety is cold-resistant and is practically not affected by late blight due to the friendly and early yield of fruits. The yield is stable, about 10 kg per square meter. Seeds collected from “your” plants can be used for sowing.
The positive qualities of the “Golden” tomato are fully confirmed by experienced gardeners. It can be recommended to novice summer residents as a reliable and virtually problem-free source of healthy and tasty fruits.
Reviews from gardeners about the variety
Nadezhda, 32 years old, Podolsk
A very nice variety. No problems growing. True, for the first three weeks the planted seedlings had to be kept in a film “tunnel”, since the beginning of summer was cool, but then only gartering and the usual treatments for diseases. The bushes formed into 3 stems. There were a lot of tomatoes, all beautiful, even, although small. I liked the taste and the juiciness too. I wanted to make the sauce, but I didn’t have time: everything was eaten fresh.
I grew the variety a couple of years ago under a film cover. Quite a decent variety. I was pleased with the almost 100% germination of the seeds. The fruits set together, the clusters were dense. The tomatoes are smooth, beautiful orange in color. The taste is pleasant, sweetish. I liked that the pulp was juicy and aromatic. There were no difficulties with growing. I'll have to buy seeds again and plant them next year.
Rules for gartering a bush:
Gartering, like other procedures, must be carried out with great care to avoid damage. This is carried out until the plant stops its growth. The easiest way is to tie it to a tensioned wire.
- Several sticks are installed along the bed, between which we stretch the wire. Since the plant is tall, at least 3 levels are required for tying.
- You need to tie it with ribbons or thick threads. If the thread is thin, it will simply cut the plant.
- We tie the stem as it grows. 1 garter approximately 25 centimeters from the ground. The second one is possible already at the level of 1 meter. It is very important to tie not only the stem but also the brushes so that they do not break under the weight of the fruit. We tie the brushes in the middle and move them to the sides. This way you should get a “tomato wall”.
As for the formation of bushes.
- A tomato bush is formed into 2 stems (less often 3 or more).
- Stepchildren that reach 4-5 centimeters break off at a distance of 1 centimeter from the stem.
- It is very important to perform pinching in the morning, in warm and calm weather.
- Formation is performed on a side shoot, and the main one is pinched.
- After processing each bush, rinse your hands (always wearing gloves) in a weak solution of potassium permanganate to avoid the development of diseases.
Red Rooster tomatoes: photo and description of the variety
The Red Rooster tomato is one of the new varieties of Russian selection. Belongs to the list of species suitable for cultivation in all climatic regions of the country. The tomato has a lot of positive characteristics, so many vegetable growers have already been able to get a decent harvest. Growing an amazing variety is not difficult, the main thing is to follow the recommendations of breeders, taking into account the specifics of the area.
Description of tomato variety Red Rooster
The tomato has been included in the State Register since 2015. Originator - known to vegetable growers as a producer of many worthy species. The method of growing Red Rooster depends on the climate of the region in which the variety is planted. In the south it grows in open ground. Where the air temperature is much lower - under a film cover or in greenhouses. In order for the information to be as complete as possible, the description must contain a listing of all the characteristics and features of the Red Rooster tomato.
Determinate type plant. Stops growth after laying a certain number of brushes. Does not require top removal. The ripening period is average. It takes 95-100 days from sowing to harvesting the fruit.
Disease resistance
There is an opinion that yellow-fruited varieties, including “Golden Cockerel,” are more resistant to diseases, especially late blight. Fortunately, this is absolutely true; moreover, in addition to late blight, the variety described above has resistance to:
- fusarium;
- tobacco mosaic;
- cladosporiosis.
The only serious threat to tall tomatoes is aphids, but this pest is very easy to combat: it is enough to periodically spray the bushes with Karbofos, Trichlorometaphos or similar insecticides. Among the folk remedies against aphids, soap solutions (household soaps), tobacco infusions, herbal decoctions of garlic, wormwood or hot pepper work well.
Pros and cons of the variety
"Golden Cockerel" is valued for:
- universal use;
- prolonged fruit formation;
- immunity to common “tomato” diseases;
- beautiful color and pleasant taste;
- low requirements for conditions and care
But not all summer residents are happy with:
- long growing season;
- the need to form bushes and install supports due to the high altitude;
- expensive and hard-to-find seeds, because the variety is not yet popular
Reviews
Irina: A wonderful variety, I really liked it as a greenhouse crop. My grandchildren love the bright yellow fruits and immediately run to them when they come to visit. The taste is excellent, the tomato is pleasant to eat just like that or in jars as part of canned salads.
Victor: I hunted for this variety for a long time, and last year my friends shared the seeds. There were problems with germination, out of 10 pcs. Only 3 sprouted, but the variety justified itself by bearing fruit, actually harvesting 5 kg of fruit from a bush in a greenhouse. I’ll leave it, I really liked the taste, so juicy, meaty, rich!
Reviews from those who planted
Below are reviews from vegetable growers who grew the Golden Cockerel tomato on their plots:
Esme:
I purchased seeds of this variety in a store from, their germination rate turned out to be high - about 90%. In the garden, the bushes grew to a height of 1.7 m, and we had to pinch off the tops because there were no taller stakes to tie up the shoots. The bushes look powerful and attractive, not frail. Productivity is at the average level. The taste is not bad, but when marinating in jars, the skin of the fruit cracked.
Ilija (Klinsky district, Moscow region):
The Golden Cockerel variety was grown in a greenhouse. The bushes have grown to a height of about 2 m. Productivity is high, the taste of ripe fruits is beyond praise.
Diseases and dangerous insects
It is generally accepted that yellow-fruited tomatoes are more resistant to infections and viruses than varieties of standard flowers. This is true. The Golden Cockerel is not afraid:
- cladosporiosis;
- fusarium;
- tobacco mosaic
Of the pests, aphids are partial to the variety. The following drugs help control this insect: Karbofos, Trichlorometaphos and other insecticides. You can also use folk remedies, such as tobacco tincture, garlic infusion, laundry soap solution, infusion of wormwood or hot pepper.
