Tomato Red Fang: description and characteristics of the variety, reviews of gardeners with photos

An increasing number of gardeners, when choosing varieties of tomatoes, are guided by the reviews of real people. Fans of low-growing high-yielding varieties are advised to pay attention to the Red Fang tomato variety. Despite the small growth and compactness of the bushes, the horticultural crop is able to please with the return of tasty fruits of an unusually shaped tomato.

Variety description

Tomato variety Red Fang is grown in open ground. The plant belongs to the determinate species and is characterized by compact bushes with a small amount of greenery. Short maturation periods make it possible to obtain early fruiting.

Fruit characteristics:

• Tomatoes are deep red.
• Tomatoes are characterized by an elongated shape that looks like a fang, thanks to which the variety received an unusual name.
• On average, the weight of one fruit reaches 90 grams.
• The yield for low bushes is considered high and up to 10 pieces of vegetables are harvested on average from one brush.
• Fruit returns largely depend on the growing region and climatic conditions.

The flesh of the fruit is well fleshed and does not taste acidic. Due to the thin skin, vegetables lend themselves well to cutting, after which they do not fall apart. Gardeners' reviews indicate that some specimens have a length of up to 15 cm and note a small number of seeds.

Red fang is eaten fresh, but due to its neat elongated shape, the fruit is often used as a canning material. The main direction of the long-length fruits is the use in salads, which acquire a rich bright taste.

Vegetables of this variety withstand heat well and are able to maintain their proper appearance after processing.

Growing

Growing is done in the traditional way through seedlings. Planting material is placed in small containers and covered with a film. After the formations of 2 or 3 leaves make a dive. For the formation of strong shoots, it is necessary to ensure the sufficiency of light, in the absence of which the seedlings are stretched and thinner.

Saplings are planted in the place of permanent cultivation after there is no threat of the return of frosts. The area must be protected from strong gusts of wind. The soil is prepared in advance and enriched with mineral complexes.

Features of care

Caring for the plant has no specific features. It is required to provide weeding, periodic watering, as well as several top dressings with mineral complexes during the growing season.

When watering, do not allow moisture to enter the leaf plates, otherwise burns may occur when exposed to sunlight. Recommended watering times are morning and evening hours.

Pros and cons

The advantage of growing a low-growing variety is the absence of the need to provide large areas for planting. With this choice, it is possible to save time and effort, since the plant does not need to be pinched.

Pests and diseases

Due to low growth and a small amount of green mass, as well as a short fruit ripening period, the variety has good resistance to most types of tomato diseases of viral and fungal origin.When growing Red Fang tomato, you can not be afraid of such a disease as late blight.

Harvest and storage of crops

Fruits are not intended for long-term storage, so it is recommended to consume them immediately after harvest. Unripe tomatoes can be placed in a dark, cool place until they turn red.

In most cases, the plant manages to give the necessary amount of nutrients and time for the full ripening of the fruit due to the short growing season is enough. Such features lead to the fact that the number of "green" tomatoes by the end of the garden period is insignificant.

Reviews of gardeners

Anastasia, 42:

“Tried to grow the variety last year, generally satisfied with the taste and yield.For the purpose of s alting, you will have to select fruits, since some specimens grow quite long and are difficult to place in a jar. Both fresh and pickled tomatoes taste good.”

Irina, 53:

"The variety is suitable for those who do not like tall varieties of tomato and do not want to spend time removing stepchildren. A minimum of territory for planting and a good return of tomatoes per season. The children liked the taste.”

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