Dessert pink tomato: characteristics and description of the variety with a photo, recommendations for growing

Tomatoes are not only tasty, but also he althy. No wonder gardeners in many regions of Russia allocate several beds for planting this plant. Dessert pink tomato from the originator "Hardwick" found its admirers not only in its native land, but also beyond its borders. The work of Russian breeders was appreciated by Ukrainian and Moldovan vegetable growers.

General information about the plant

Tomato variety is officially listed in the State Register. It is suitable for outdoor cultivation, subject to favorable climatic conditions. For most regions of Russia, it is preferable to cultivate tomatoes in protected ground. Description of external features and technical characteristics of the plant:

• mid-season, berry picking starts 100-115 days after planting;
• determinant;
• hybrid;
• large green foliage, reminiscent of potato tops;
• simple inflorescence type;
• powerful root system;
• Articulated stem;
• high yields, under the condition of greenhouse cultivation, 10-12.5 kilograms of berries are obtained per square meter;
• tall, the bush reaches two meters;
• number of brushes - 4-5 pieces;
• formation of the first inflorescence on 7 or 8 leaves;
• tolerates lack of moisture well;
• strong immunity to many diseases of the nightshade family;
• suitable for transportation;
• high percentage of marketable tomatoes.

The plant is recommended for growing in small plots and horticultural farms. Distinctive features of fruits and their external qualities:

• flat-round shape;
• large-fruited, with an average weight of 250-300 grams;
• slightly ribbed;
• greenish coloration with a dark spot at the stem when immature;
• pink color when mature, greenish spot closer to the stalk;
• number of nests - more than four;
• does not tend to crack;
• sweet taste;
• medium density;
• meaty.

IMPORTANT! Pink tomato varieties have a sweeter taste than red tomatoes.

Reviews of the Dessert pink tomato variety speak of the versatility of the berry. It can be used as an ingredient in salads, pasta, juice or ketchup. Ripe berries are used as the basis for preparations.

Growing advice

The variety is not unpretentious in cultivation. Seedling method of planting is preferred. Seedling preparation includes:

• Sowing seeds to a depth of 1.5-2 centimeters.
• Purchasing separate containers for each individual seedling.
• Maintain the room temperature from 21 degrees.
• Seedling lighting, bushes should spend time in sunlight from 16 hours.
• Water.
• Hardening seedlings a week before planting.

Planting seedlings should not be too dense, no more than 2-3 bushes per square meter. Further agricultural technology consists of timely watering, top dressing, mandatory removal of weeds and loosening. A tall bush requires tying to a trellis, and is formed into 2-3 trunks for better yields.

Opinion of gardeners

Good day! For lovers of pink tomatoes, I advise the Dessert variety. The plant is tall, requires a high greenhouse. Likes top dressing, it is necessary to tie up. Berries are beautiful and sweet. Recommended!

Antonina Podusova, 34

Good day! Tomato varieties Dessert pink, my favorite variety. From one bush collect 5 kilograms of fruit. The berries are large, weigh about 300 grams, very sweet. The plant is unpretentious in care, I advise!

Polina Bargozova, 43

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