Tomato Cheerful Gnome: reviews, description, photos, characteristics of the variety.

Description of the tomato variety Cheerful Gnome with photo

The author of the variety is the famous breeder Myazina Lyubov Anatolyevna. For experienced vegetable growers, it has long become familiar. In 2009, the Cheerful Gnome successfully passed tests and was included in the register of breeding achievements of the Russian Federation under number 9153915.

The variety was recommended for cultivation in household plots of citizens in open ground in all regions of the country. Tomato seeds, Cheerful Gnome, can be bought in seed stores in stores for gardeners and gardeners, as well as online stores.

Description of fruits

The fruit of the Cheerful Gnome tomato has an unusual, interesting, oblong-cylindrical shape. The registry listed the shape as cylindrical. However, when examining the photo of the fetus, it becomes clear that the elongated cylinder has a diameter of 1-1.5 cm and a length of up to 10 cm. Moreover, the weight does not exceed 100 g. The register indicates an average weight of 80-90 g.

The fruit itself:

smooth;
dense;
unripe - light green;
mature - red;
the number of nests is two.

The description of the taste and texture of the pulp deserves special attention. If the register limited itself to a “good” rating, then vegetable growers are more verbose and describe the taste as very rich, sweet, and pleasant.

When cut, the seed chambers and a certain amount of void are clearly visible. The walls of the tomato are thick and very dense.

Characteristics of the tomato Cheerful gnome

The tomato variety Cheerful Gnome has the following characteristics:

Direction of use: salad;
ripening - early ripening (up to 100 days);
plant type - standard, determinate;
growing conditions - vegetable garden.

The vegetative shape of the bush during the fruiting period does not exceed 50 cm. At the same time, the fruits, on simple inflorescences, hang the bush from different sides like falling candles. A small, dark green leaf, with a shape closer to that of a potato, does not interfere with the view of the tomatoes. The bush turns into a beautiful decorative element.

Tomato productivity Cheerful gnome and fruiting

The variety is assigned a yield figure of 5.4 kg per square meter. m. garden area. Moreover, each bush is capable of producing 1.5-2 kg.

Tomatoes are responsive to fertilizing, but the Cheerful Gnome is standard and not tall. A small bush cannot overcome its genetic peculiarity and provide a large volume of production.

However, its decorative properties are widely used by vegetable growers and decorators. When planting seedlings in a tub or pot, it already at this stage becomes part of the design because:

small;
neat;
stocky;
compact;
beautiful in bloom;
very impressive with fruits.

The fruits of the Merry Gnome can not be picked even at the stage of full ripeness; they can decorate the bush for a long time. After removal, they are transportable and lightweight.

Area of application of fruits

Once harvested, tomatoes can be used in:

salads;
sliced vegetables;
whole fruit canning;
processing into sauce and paste.
drying;
preserved in pieces and slices assorted with other vegetables.

Experienced vegetable growers, describing the processing process, say that the Cheerful Gnome has almost no juice. Having crushed the fruits in a meat grinder, they are ready to be boiled into tomato paste without first decanting the liquid fraction.

Resistance to diseases and pests

The tomato variety Cheerful Gnome has average resistance to major diseases. No particular sensitivity to any pathogens was noted.

To get a good harvest, the plant must be treated for preventive purposes.

Since the variety is early, gardeners manage to get the first harvest without any cultivation. However, the tomato has a long fruiting period and for full benefit it should be sprayed with fungicidal preparations.

Diseases and pests

The Gnome tomato variety is immune to a number of diseases. Due to their early ripeness, they are not affected by late blight and macrosporiosis. Therefore, preventive measures are not necessary, but when growing in greenhouses, regular ventilation is necessary to prevent fungi from multiplying.

The Colorado potato beetle is a dangerous parasite for tomatoes. Insects are collected manually or insecticides are used - “Regent”, “Tabu” or “Fofatox”.

Expert opinion

Valentina Rareko

Editor-in-Chief of Repka.online. Experienced summer resident and gardener.

Reviews about Gnome tomatoes say that this is an ideal variety for summer residents and anyone who wants to enjoy delicious tomatoes in the summer, but is not ready for long and complex care. They are universal in use, and the taste pleases with a richness that is uncharacteristic of early varieties.

Advantages and disadvantages of the variety

The cheerful gnome has a number of advantages, which is why vegetable growers love him:

unusual shape of the fruit;
presentable, decorative appearance of the bush;
high density of ripened tomato;
excellent keeping quality;
good transportability;
excellent properties of fruits in processing into tomato products.
opportunity to collect your own varietal seeds.

Some vegetable growers, considering the characteristics and description of the Cheerful Gnome variety, assess its dense fruits as a disadvantage. This is fine. When purchasing seeds, you should carefully familiarize yourself with the characteristics of not only the vegetative form, but also the fruits themselves. In this case, the vegetable grower will be able to plan in advance the possibilities of using and processing the crop.

Pests and diseases

Among the diseases, the variety is susceptible to phytospora, alternaria, and mosaic. To prevent the outbreak of fungal infections, greenhouses are regularly ventilated and inspected. Remove yellowed and damaged leaves and ovaries. Effective remedies against phytosporosis and rot:

"Ordan";
"Fundazol";
"Fitosporin".

Pests such as aphids, mole crickets, nematodes, and whiteflies can cause danger to tomatoes. To combat insects, proven insecticides are used - “Karate”, “Profi”, “Aktofit”, “Decis”.

Expert opinion

Valentina Rareko

Editor-in-Chief of Repka.online. Experienced summer resident and gardener.

The Happy Gnome tomato is an excellent choice for farmers who plant tomatoes on an industrial scale and for gardeners. Unpretentiousness and resistance to unfavorable factors allow you to consistently obtain good yields.

Features of cultivation

The variety is standard, low-growing, determinate. This imposes its own characteristics. The author of the variety is Myazina L.A. When planting, he recommends maintaining a distance between bushes of 30-35 cm.

Seedlings can be planted in:

pots;
tubs;
terrace designs;
garden flowerpots.

When growing in the garden, you need to choose a bright place, one where tall plants will not shade the compact bushes of the Jolly Gnomes.

Vegetable growers who love to grow tomatoes and share their successes with others can easily grow not only a crop, but also a decorative item. Using this variety, you can create a gift from a whole bush with fruits and please connoisseurs of landscape design.

Rules for caring for the Cheerful Gnome

The Cheerful Gnome tomato variety does not require any special effort. Seedlings and adult vegetative forms develop in the same way as other tomatoes. Plant care consists of:

watering;
weeding;
fertilizing (very moderate);
preventive treatments against late blight.

Despite the fact that the variety, early sowing of seeds is carried out two months before planting seedlings in open ground. Fresh seeds will sprout without pre-wetting in 8-10 days. The “gnome” seedlings grow short and stocky. If the sowing was carried out in universal soil, then it does not require fertilizing.

Since the bushes are not large, it is recommended to sow individually rather than group sowings in cups, one seed at a time. As they grow, they transfer them to a larger container.

Pest and disease control

Early fruiting will help you harvest the first harvest without any cultivation. However, the extended period of growth and maturation requires preventive spraying against late blight. Modern, complex preparations can prevent the spread of the pathogen even under unfavorable weather conditions.

The following drugs have proven themselves to be the most effective:

Quadris;

Bordeaux mixture;
Thanos;
Novosil;
Revus;
Strobe.

By regularly observing the condition of leaves, stems, and fruits, you can timely examine the beginning signs and carry out treatment. If the weather worsens, the heat of the day changes to the cool of the night, or the rainy season begins, it is better to begin treatment immediately.

Rules for caring for the “Jolly Dwarf”

Determinate tomatoes with a standard bush are quite easy to care for. When growing them, it is customary to follow standard rules. Considering the characteristics of the variety, its resistance to low temperatures, diseases, short ripening times and a guaranteed yield of 1.5 kg, you can safely get down to business.

It all starts with the seeds being disinfected in a weak solution of manganese, hardened in a refrigerator, and saturated with microelements by placing them in a “growth stimulator.”
To obtain high-quality seedlings, a balanced composition of the soil mixture is important. The substrate must be loose, breathable and moisture-absorbing. It should be free of pests and pathogens. To do this, the earth is heated at 80-90 degrees.
Seeds are planted 50 - 55 days before planting in the ground. This approximately occurs in early April.
Seedlings dive into separate cups with the appearance of 1-2 true leaves. Lighting and temperature modes are selected individually, depending on the condition of the plants. Water the seedlings moderately, trying to maintain soil moisture at 70 - 80%.
Plants are planted in the ground after the end of spring frosts in May. If seeds and mature seedlings are hardened in a timely manner, then the plant can be planted in a permanent place 10 days earlier.
Compact tomatoes grow well in thickened plantings, according to a 30 x 30 pattern. Care comes down to fertilizing, watering, timely weeding and loosening the soil.

Main varietal features of gnome tomatoes

Tomatoes from the Gnomes series are in demand on the market. Vegetable growers and consumers are happy to give preference to cocktail tomatoes. By considering the best varieties from this series, everyone can decide whether one or another variety is needed in their garden.

Golden heart. Tomato for open ground. Determinant. Universal. The fruits are orange with a high content of beta carotene. Heart-shaped weighing up to 100 g. Productivity up to 7 kg per sq. m.;
Thongs. Not included in the register of varieties. Determinate, medium fruiting period, fruits 250-300 g, flat-round. Color red-brown with green stripes;
Striped flight. Determinate, average in fruiting. The fruits are round, smooth, green - with dark stripes. Ripe ones are raspberry. Weight 35-40 g. Excellent taste. Productivity 8 kg per sq. m. Suitable for vegetable gardens and closed ground;
Dwarf Purple Heart. I came to the gnomes by accident. Weight from 100 to 200 g. Bush height within 50-60 cm. Productive with excellent taste. The fruits are dark cherry;
Wild Fred. Not included in the register. Determinate for open ground. Does not require stepsoning. Fruit weight 100-300 g. Flat-round shape. The color is red-brown with stripes;
Dwarf. Early. The height of the bush is up to 50 cm. The fruits are round, red, smooth, weighing 25-30 g. Very productive. The taste of the fruit is satisfactory. The use of the crop is universal;
New big gnome. Bush up to 1 m high. Tomato weight up to 300 g. Excellent taste, flat-round shape, red-orange color.

As you can see from the description, not all gnome tomatoes are small and compact. Some got into the variety series by accident, others because of their compact crown or fruits.

Reviews from gardeners about the Cheerful Gnome tomato

For lovers of exotic forms of tomatoes, the Cheerful Gnome is very suitable. Those who value taste and size will remain dissatisfied. In any case, the opinion of experienced gardeners provides invaluable information about the obvious and hidden capabilities of the variety.

Irina

Trans-Urals

Place of cultivation - vegetable garden, greenhouse

The children called the variety a New Year tree. Hanging icicles look great on bushes. I processed it like all tomatoes, there are no diseases, a fairly resistant variety. The fruits went into the jar along with the cucumbers. The twist looks amazing. I made tomato paste and it turns out thick very quickly.

Zinaida

Moscow

Place of cultivation - vegetable garden

I’ve been planting a gnome for the second year now, I’ve collected my own seeds. I couldn't be happier with the harvest. The tomatoes are very good, just the way we like them. For our family, a dozen bushes are enough. I put it in jars and eat it fresh. They stay until November. I don’t get sick, I haven’t treated it.

Olga

Stavropol region

Place of cultivation - vegetable garden

The variety is excellent. Myazina has known tomatoes for a long time and is very pleased with them. I'm happy with the gnome because it doesn't require any special care. No problems. They grab the top a little, well, it’s my own fault. They are not suitable for a salad, but in a jar they are great. A dense, elastic pickled tomato that can be cut with a knife is a godsend. So I make a salad from canned ones.

Varvara

Moscow

Growing place - pots

Very dissatisfied. I just wanted beauty and compactness. They have outgrown me. I strengthened and tied them up, but they chased up and to the sides. As a result, I did not get the promised result. The taste is disgusting, dry and incomprehensible fruits. The shape is interesting, I put it in jars, maybe at least in winter they will please me, but I won’t plant any more.