Tomato Orange strawberry: characteristics and description of the variety, reviews, photos

The Orange Strawberry tomato is a varietal representative of the crop, created by German breeders. In 1975, it was brought to Russia from Germany. The unusual color of the fruit attracted attention due to its taste, frost resistance and ease of care, and quickly spread throughout Russia. During cultivation, vegetable growers, through selection, improved the variety to perfection, every year, leaving the seeds of the strongest tomatoes.

Characteristics of tomato Orange strawberry

Indeterminate tomatoes of the Orange strawberry variety are grown in greenhouses, greenhouses and open ground. In closed ground, if the growth of the plant is not limited, the bush can reach a height of 4 m. In open ground, its maximum height is 2 m. The variety is a medium-late variety - the first ripe fruits are obtained 120 days after germination. In the central region, this period occurs at the beginning of August. Orange strawberries are intended for growing in any climatic conditions. However, in the middle zone, the declared yields can be obtained only in greenhouses; in the southern regions, tomatoes do not require shelter. The variety is adapted to any weather conditions, withstanding short-term droughts and short-term decreases in temperature. In partial shade and shade, the active growth of plants stops, the shade of the tomatoes becomes dull, they lose their sugar content, therefore, to obtain good yields, Orange strawberries require good lighting with a sufficient amount of ultraviolet radiation, which affects the photosynthesis of the plant. The variety is characterized by a long, extended fruiting period.

Orange strawberry tomato flowers are self-pollinating, all ovaries bear fruit. In the southern zone, tomatoes reach their biological maturity on the bushes before the onset of cold weather. In the central regions, in unprotected soil, tomatoes from the last bushes are collected in an unripe state and ripened at home. They taste just as good as naturally ripened tomatoes.

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Best reviews from our readers

I take seeds only from private collectors. There is never a mismatch and always good germination. I really like the Orange strawberry variety; I always plant 2-3 bushes. The bush is tall, strong, and a productive variety. The tomatoes are very tasty, all meat. There are many photographs and videos of this variety on the Internet, but many do not correspond to this variety. My advice is to buy seeds from collectors (this is not an advertisement) and you will always have delicious tomatoes.
I bought the variety as an orange berry. Brushes with many flowers, but they tie everything up, and not all 2-3 tomatoes are poured into the brush. The fruits are quite large and very tasty. My bush has grown more than two meters Vela with 2 stems. I liked the tomato. I will definitely plant it. I recommend. The yield was not great, but the weather was extreme. May and June are cold and rainy, and July is very hot. In August the heat subsided and he began knitting tassels under the ceiling of the greenhouse.
I thought for a long time, and then I imposed a lot of huge fruits, 300-600 grams each. Very tasty, decent variety. I bought it from Ilya Korolev! Inexpensive, and most importantly, out of the 30 varieties he prescribed, not a single mismatched seed! This year I also prescribed 28 varieties.
I liked it very much. The bush is tall, there are not many tomatoes, but they are large and very tasty. I recommend
with top fruits..
“Orange strawberry”, even in the long established heat, did not shed either flowers or ovaries...(well, if only a little bit)). The bush is indeterminate, “long-lasting” and does not take up much space, the leaves are narrow, the fruits are fleshy. Below - the tomatoes are even, medium in size, 180 - 200 g each. On the upper clusters - the tomatoes turned out to be larger. I caught a hint of fruit in the taste... and it’s really buttery. The harvest of “strawberries” is enough for you to enjoy it..
This year I will plant 2 bushes, I really liked them in the photo, I asked for seeds. The seedlings are good, we will try them this summer)
My bush was 2 meters high. It had 2 trunks, the yield was average, but the taste was amazing. Not all the tomatoes were heart-shaped, some were round and flattened. The taste is completely acid-free. Definitely plant at least 1 bush!

You can buy “Orange Strawberry” tomato seeds from the sellerValentina RedkoRoyal GardenAssessment of those who grew:

Tomato Orange berry is a variety with beautiful heart-shaped bright fruits. Tomatoes have an elongated nose, an original appearance, and excellent taste. Both summer residents and market buyers like the variety.

Height	Landing location	Ripening time	Fruit color	Fruit size	Origin	Fruit shape
Tall	Greenhouse, Open ground	Mid-season	Orange	Large	Variety	With spout

Taste qualities of German tomatoes Orange strawberries

Tomatoes of German selection in appearance resemble heart-shaped strawberries. This is where the variety got its name. The fruits are bright yellow with a red tint and have a uniform, glossy surface, slightly ribbed at the stalk. On average, the fruits reach a weight of 400 - 600 g, but in greenhouse conditions, individual specimens grow up to 800 - 900 g. The skin of the Orange strawberry tomato is thin and dense at the same time. Their pulp is oily, juicy, without voids, with a small number of seeds. The taste of tomatoes without pronounced acidity is distinguished by sweetness with fruity notes, as well as aroma. The fruits also have a high carotene content. Orange strawberry tomatoes are suitable for fresh consumption, canning and pickling, processing into juice or puree.

Important! Orange strawberry tomatoes are recommended for people with allergies to red-fruited varieties of tomatoes.

Detailed description of the variety

Tomato of German selection Orange strawberry belongs to the indeterminate species. It is grown by closed and open methods. On unprotected soil it grows to a height of 1.8 m; in a greenhouse without growth correction it can reach 3.5 m. The top is pinched according to the height of the trellis. Tomato of unlimited growth, large-fruited, generative type. Shoot formation is insignificant, the bush is formed by two trunks, the main one and the stepson of the first order, the remaining side shoots are removed as they grow.

The Orange strawberry variety is a mid-late variety; the first ripe fruits are collected 110 days after the seedlings are placed in the garden. In temperate climates, the Orange strawberry tomato is cultivated using the closed method, in the South in open ground. The fruiting of the variety is extended, the tomatoes ripen unevenly on the bunch. The culture produces fruits of the same size from the first to the last circle.

The tomato is adapted to the weather conditions of most regions of Russia and tolerates low temperatures and drought well. Photosynthesis requires excess ultraviolet radiation; in the shade, growth slows down and the color of tomatoes becomes dull. When growing the Orange strawberry variety in greenhouse structures, care must be taken to install phytolamps. The plant must be illuminated for at least 16 hours.

External characteristics of the bush:

The stems are thick, powerful, woody. The structure is fibrous, durable. The edge is small, thick, hard, the stems are gray with a green tint.
Tomato leaves are opposite, the internodes are short. The leaf blade is narrow, long and dark green. The surface is finely pubescent, corrugated, the edges are coarsely toothed.
The root system is powerful, overgrown, and superficial.
Fruit racemes are articulated, of medium length, filled with 4–6 ovaries. Place a brush after 8 sheets, subsequent ones after 4.
The tomato blooms with single simple dark yellow flowers. The flowers are bisexual, self-pollinating, and 100% produce ovaries.

Important!
To obtain large-sized fruits, the plant is unloaded, leaving no more than 7 clusters on one shoot. In warm climates, tomatoes ripen completely before frost sets in. In the central part of Russia, if the crop is grown in an unprotected area, the harvest from the last clusters is harvested at the stage of milky ripeness. The tomato variety Orange Strawberry ripens safely with sufficient light and does not differ in color and taste from naturally ripened tomatoes.

Description of fruits

The photo shows a heart-shaped Orange Strawberry tomato; according to reviews from vegetable growers, round tomatoes can also be found on the same plant. This can be attributed to the characteristics of the variety, and not to its shortcomings. Description of fruits:

the main part of the tomatoes resembles garden strawberries in shape, hence the corresponding name, fruit weight is 400–600 g, in greenhouses up to 900 g;
the color is bright yellow with a red tint, monochromatic;
the peel is thin, dense, not prone to cracking, and tolerates transportation well;
the surface is glossy, ribbed at the stalk;
the pulp is juicy, oily, dark yellow in color, without voids and white areas, contains 4 seed chambers, few seeds.

The Orange Strawberry tomato is a table variety. It has a pronounced aroma, sweet fruity taste, and the acid concentration is minimal. The fruits contain carotene and, thanks to an enzyme, have a color unusual for the crop. Tomato Orange strawberries can be consumed without restriction by children and people with an allergic reaction to red-fruited varieties.

The fruits are universally used; they are processed into juice, puree, consumed fresh, and used for pickling.

Pros and cons of the German tomato variety Orange Strawberry

Among the main advantages of Orange strawberry tomatoes, the following are worth highlighting:

high taste qualities;
excellent yield;
extended period of fruit ripening, long fruiting;
spectacular, exotic color and shape of tomatoes;
versatility of use;
drought resistance;
frost resistance;
excellent immunity to pests and diseases;
the ability of tomatoes to retain their taste during artificial ripening;
suitability for use by people prone to allergic reactions;
even at high humidity, the fruits retain increased elasticity;
Plants develop well in hot weather, and tomatoes do not crack;
tomatoes do not need careful care.

No obvious deficiencies were identified in Orange Strawberry tomatoes. The disadvantages include increased demands on lighting and a small number of seeds. Although, the last criterion can also be attributed to the advantages of culture.

Tomato care

The yield of the German Orange Strawberry variety depends on the quality of care for it. Also, the taste and shape of the fruit may depend on the careful attitude towards this crop. If it is not sweet and small enough, then you need to reconsider the rules for growing it.

The correct temperature during cultivation on the windowsill affects the development of shoots that are prepared for transplanting into the ground. During seed germination, it is usually at least 22 degrees, and then make sure that the temperature is 17-20 degrees.

High-quality watering with non-cold water. You can pour water into the barrel in advance, or water it with rainwater. Tomatoes love water, but it is important not to overwater. Maintaining the desired level of humidity is an important maintenance requirement.

Feeding with various fertilizers at certain times. There are times when fertilizing should be applied: this is before planting, during the flowering period, and when the tomatoes begin to ripen. These should be both mineral and organic fertilizers purchased in the store. The soil must contain humus, manure, peat, and sand.

Optimal growing conditions

In order to grow large orange strawberry tomato fruits, as in the photo shown, and ensure good yields, according to reviews from experienced gardeners, it is recommended to plant plants only in a well-lit place. The variety is very demanding on lighting, and only in a sunny place, protected from cold winds and drafts, can the crop produce rich harvests. Orange strawberry tomatoes produce the best results in greenhouse conditions. A prerequisite for cultivation is the presence of fertile, loose, nutrient-rich soil. Caring for Orange strawberry tomatoes involves forming bushes, pinching, staking, regular watering, fertilizing, weeding the soil from weeds and loosening the soil.

Care and feeding

It is very important to provide tomato bushes with support, not forgetting about tying them so that the leaves do not touch the soil. In turn, you should worry about the location of the supports in advance, since each plant needs a certain free space - the distance between bushes should be at least 0.4 m, and between beds - 0.5 m.

ATTENTION. It is worth planting tomatoes in a sunny area of the garden, since for the taste to develop you need at least 6 hours of exposure to the sun's rays.

To grow a strong bush, plant it 2/3 in soil. This will allow the plant to develop strong roots, which will make it more resilient, stronger, and help it receive more moisture during the dry period of the season.

You can cover the ground with mulch, which will help reduce the number of weeds and also distribute moisture evenly over the soil surface. The best mulch would be straw or fresh grass clippings. Experienced farmers advise using such “clothing” for the land in areas where there are sudden temperature changes or long droughts.

Also, during the first time after planting the plant, it must be fed with liquid fertilizers, which will allow the root system to quickly absorb useful substances. Also, such feeding will reduce the chance of rot on the fruits, which often appears when the plant lacks calcium. Along with liquid fertilizers, it is allowed to use compost, which will also saturate the soil with useful substances and will retain water until the tomato needs the liquid.

Growing

Bushes of medium-late ripening varieties are grown only by seedlings, with the obligatory picking of young shoots.

Important! To get large tomatoes, 5-6 brushes are left on each shoot, the rest are removed.

Growing seedlings

Seeds for tomato seedlings begin to be planted in the last ten days of March. For planting, prepare fertile soil from turf soil, sand, peat, taken in equal proportions, with the addition of wood ash. The landing algorithm is as follows:

fertile soil is poured into containers made of plastic or wood;
make furrows 2 cm deep;
sow seeds at a distance of about 1.5 cm from each other;
water with a sprayer;
sprinkled with earth and covered with polyethylene or glass;
The boxes are installed in a room with a temperature of 21 - 22 oC.

After the first loops appear, the polyethylene is removed and the seedlings are provided with lighting for at least 16 hours. Picking into separate containers of each tomato bush is carried out at the stage of 3 true leaves. If you plan to grow seedlings in open ground, they are hardened off before planting by transferring them to a greenhouse or outside during the day. Orange strawberry seedlings are planted when the soil warms up to 18 °C. In the central regions this corresponds to early to mid-May. For 1 sq. m plant no more than 3 tomato bushes.

Landing rules

When planting a crop, it is important to adhere to the following rules:

To protect plants from pests and diseases, seeds are disinfected with an antifungal agent and stratified before planting.
Before planting seedlings in a permanent place, the soil is dug up and fertilized with organic compounds.
Plants are planted vertically in prepared furrows up to 15 cm deep.
Afterwards water generously.
After 10-12 days, the tomato bushes are hilled up and mulched with sawdust or straw.

Important! When planting, deepening seedlings by 2/3 ensures the growth of a powerful, strong, drought-resistant root system.

Watering and fertilizing

To ensure optimal humidity, eliminating waterlogging, tomatoes are watered in the greenhouse using the drip method. In protected ground, watering is carried out 2 times a week; in open ground, the schedule depends on precipitation. Water the tomatoes with warm water that has been left in the sun.

To obtain good yields of Orange strawberry tomatoes, fertilizing with mineral fertilizers is mandatory. The first procedure with complex mineral fertilizers is carried out for seedlings at the stage of their active development. During the period of fruit ripening, fertilizing with potassium, phosphorus and phosphate fertilizers is provided. Immediately after planting and during flowering, tomatoes need organic matter.

Complex root dressings are prepared from slurry, dissolving it in water in a ratio of 1/10, adding 1 tbsp. l. superphosphate or a handful of wood ash. For one bush, 0.5 liters of liquid is enough. Such fertilizing is done when the plant is growing green mass. During the fruiting period, prepare a solution of 10 liters of water, 1 tbsp. l. nitrophoska and 1 tsp. sodium humate. Root mineral feeding is done at the rate of 0.5 liters for each plant.

Important! The bushes should not be over-watered, otherwise they will lose resistance to fungal diseases.

Pinching and tying

All stepsons on tomato bushes are removed by pinching when they reach 5 cm, leaving a stump of 1 cm. The procedure is performed in the morning. With the onset of August, all flowers and ovaries are removed. Orange strawberry tomatoes need tying, which is done with twine as the bushes grow. At the same time, make sure that the twine does not squeeze too much and does not damage the stems. Not only bushes, but also tomato bunches are tied to the support using special nylon nets.

Formation

Tall bushes are formed into 2 stems with the removal of all excess shoots. All lower leaves up to the fruit clusters are cut off. In order to form the second stem, the first subcarpal stepson is left, which is the strongest and actively growing.

Attention! In some cases, the second stem outstrips the main one in growth.

4-5 flower clusters are left on each stem, after which the plants are pinched to limit growth.

Protection from diseases and pests

Despite the fact that Orange strawberry tomatoes are resistant to diseases and pests, for preventive purposes, the soil is spilled with a solution of potassium permanganate when planting. When late blight appears, the bushes are treated with a product containing copper. All infected leaves are removed immediately. Among the pests, whiteflies, thrips and spider mites pose a threat to the crop, which must be eliminated when detected. The fight against parasites is carried out using special chemicals, as well as folk methods, among which celandine infusion is very popular.

Important! Late blight develops when the soil is high in humidity and dampness, as well as when tomatoes are watered with cold water.

Planting seedlings

Seedlings are planted in open ground after the end of night frosts. It is recommended to do this in the second half of spring or even early summer. By that time, the young bushes will have their first brushes and the root system will be strengthened.

Site selection

To plant any vegetables, you must choose an area that is well lit and protected from strong gusts of wind. Therefore, it is not recommended to plant tomatoes on a hill that is subject to strong wind.

Also, when choosing a place to grow, it is worth remembering what grew there before. Tomatoes will grow well after potatoes, peppers or eggplants.

Soil preparation

Many tomato varieties are not very picky about soil, and Strawberry is no exception. However, in order for the bushes to grow faster, they need to be grown in soil with a lot of nutrients. That is why before planting you should think about fertilizing the site. The soil should be fed with compost and humus. For one square meter, 5 kg of fertilizer will be enough.

Mineral fertilizers are also often added to the soil. In the fall, before digging the site, phosphorus and potassium are added to the ground.

Planting

Planting germinated seedlings begins with creating holes in the area. They should not be too deep and therefore their depth should be such that they cover the root of the plant without any problems. The distance between each hole should be 40-50 cm, and between each row - 60 cm.

If the seedlings are more than 35 cm in height, then they will have to be planted in the soil at a right angle. In this case, you will have to dig into the ground not only the root, but also a third of the stem of the bush. After the seedling has been placed in the hole, it should be sprinkled with soil and compacted. You should also water each bush and install strong supports near them for further gartering.

Productivity

Orange strawberries are high-yielding varieties of tomatoes, which is achieved largely due to their size and weight. On average, the yield is 7 - 10 kg per square meter. m, but under optimal conditions in greenhouses, up to 20 kg of fruits are removed from each plant. On open ground, the productivity of German tomatoes is lower - about 4 kg per 1 sq. m.

Important! Treatment of flower clusters every 14 days with a solution of boric acid (10 g per 1 bucket of water) stimulates the formation of fruits and increases yield by 20%.

Advantages and disadvantages, reviews from beginners and experienced gardeners

It is known that a tomato is not a vegetable at all, but a large, slightly sour salad berry. The fiery tomato confirms this title better than all other varieties. The tomato is characterized by a heart-shaped, slightly elongated berry shape. In addition to its unusual appearance, the tomato attracts gardeners with the following advantages:

The yield is above average, up to 6.5 kg per bush, and even this figure can be increased with special fertilizing.
Tomatoes ripen unevenly, ensuring an even supply of fresh tomatoes to the table.
Tomato is not afraid of frost and persistent heat.
You can pick unripe fruits, placing them in boxes for storage and ripening.
Vitamin composition, bright taste.

However, there are also disadvantages:

The tomato is growing too much and requires constant monitoring.
The seed chambers are almost empty.
The fertility of plantings depends on the illumination of the area.

Reviews:

There are a lot of large-fruited tomatoes, but Orange strawberries develop evenly, all rows of ovaries form tomatoes of the same size. If necessary, you can leave the bush higher, the harvest will be richer, but it is also more difficult to care for long stems. Germination rate 100% (Oleg, Arkhangelsk region)
The taste is reminiscent of fruit, the flesh is dense and oily. There are round tomatoes, but the taste and pulp are the same as heart-shaped ones (Irina, Penza).

Brief information about the variety

Fruits and bush : one bush grows 5-8 kg of tomatoes, collected 4-6 pieces in a cluster. Bright tomatoes with a fruity flavor can weigh from 300 to 650 g. The bushes are tall - 1.8-2 m in an open area and 2.5-4 m in a greenhouse.
Productivity : 5-8 kg of fruit can be collected from one plant.
Resistance : the variety is disease resistant and tolerates different temperatures.
Distribution : all regions of Russia.
Application : suitable for preparing salads, snacks, sauces, juice.
Planting : seeds are sown in March, seedlings are transferred to the ground in mid-May, when the soil warms up to 16 °C. Leave 40 cm between bushes, and 45-50 cm between rows.
Soil : fertile, with a pH of 6.2 to 6.8.
Care : fertilizing is needed, but not during the fruiting period; root fertilization is suitable. Water infrequently if mulching is used. It is necessary to carry out pinching, gartering and formation into 1-2 stems.
Ripening period : the first fruits are harvested after 75-80 days. Tomatoes can be stored for no longer than 2 weeks when ripe.

Resistance to diseases and pests

Judging by the reviews and photos of the yield in September and October, the “Orange Strawberry” tomato is practically not susceptible to disease if you follow simple rules and prevention.

Before planting, treat the seeds in a solution of potassium permanganate or phytosporin.
Spray the seedlings regularly once every 2 weeks with antifungal and antiviral agents: one of the modern and safest ones is “phytosporin”.
Ventilate the room after watering.
Do not thicken the plantings: plant tall varieties in the greenhouse no more than 3 pieces per 1 square meter, remove leaves from the bush in a timely manner.

During fruiting, you should tear off all the leaves up to the brush on which all the ovaries have formed. This is done to ensure that all efforts go towards the formation of the harvest. It is important to follow the sequence: remove no more than one leaf per week.