Tomato Scarlet Candles: characteristics and description of the variety yield, photo reviews

In 2007, a new tomato variety was bred in Russia. They became the Scarlet Candles tomato with an unusual oblong shape. This variety will please any gardener, because his fruit set is 100%. The tomatoes themselves are so versatile that they are suitable for eating fresh, for snacks, and canning them, hostesses will experience pleasure, because it is convenient to put tomatoes in jars and combine with other vegetables. This assortment looks very beautiful and impressive. To learn everything about Scarlet Candles tomatoes, we offer a variety description.

Feature:

medium;
elongated fruits with a pointed end;
tall, indeterminate;
fruitful;
deep pink fruits;

This variety gives high yield and fruit set. It is resistant to diseases such as late blight, root rot, however, gardeners should treat plants for prevention. The bush grows more than one and a half meters, so it needs support, which is better to take care of in advance. The description of the Scarlet Candles tomato included only positive characteristics, since the only drawback is that this variety requires formation. What are the features of growing these tomatoes?

Features of cultivation

Tomatoes "Scarlet Candles" are recommended for greenhouses, but for regions with a warm climate, planting in open ground is possible, although in this case there is a possibility of a decrease in yield.Seeds must be sown 60 days before planting. To grow good seedlings, it is better to prepare a special soil, which will include humus and soddy land. It will not be superfluous to add fertilizers, such as superphosphate or potash. After sowing, cover with foil.

It is worth noting that only warm water is suitable for irrigation

The tomato variety is light-loving, so after germination, you need to expose them to the light and open them. It is better to apply complex mineral fertilizer before planting in the ground. These tomatoes are planted no more than four bushes per square meter. Stepchildren grow parallel to the stem. The bush is tall, it is formed into 2 or 3 stems. Side shoots are best removed in a timely manner.

The bush can be forced to stop at the point of growth.

Pest control

There are several methods you can use to control pests.One of them is weeding the soil and mulching it with straw. It is better to collect any beetles and slugs by hand, without the use of drugs. In general, it is recommended to use only non-toxic products or an aqueous solution of ammonia after flowering.

Tomatoes "Scarlet Candles" are very unpretentious in care and are rich in sugar and nutrients, which is why they are recommended for dietary and baby food. We have collected for you reviews from gardeners about these wonderful tomatoes.

“Last year I planted this tomato variety for the first time. I was a little late with stepsoning, but this did not affect the yield. Fruited until late autumn. Pleased with the shape and taste. Elastic and fleshy. I will definitely plant next year” (Arina, Krasnodar Territory)

“I have long wanted such tomatoes for conservation. I used to use the Lady Fingers variety, but it has already become boring, Scarlet Candles have become an excellent replacement for them. Pbesieged a lot, did not expect such a good harvest! Tomatoes are delicious!” (Sofia, Ural)

“Last year I planted candles in a greenhouse. Requires garters and top dressing. Started well, quickly began to gain strength and grow. Since I didn’t go into the greenhouse often, I had to tinker with them, but they made a lot of spins this year” (Vladimir, Minsk)

“This year I discovered the Scarlet Candles variety. I planted only two bushes and at first I thought it was in vain. They were frail for a long time and grew poorly, but in July they gained strength and bloomed. It is now October, and we still have fresh delicious tomatoes on the table. Everything has already been removed in the greenhouse, they alone are handsome and delight with the harvest. The fruits are fleshy, sweet and quite large. What was especially surprising was that he was the only one (variety) who did not get sick with phytophthora. I will plant more!” (Natalia, Vladimir region)

“I have been growing this variety for several years purely for the sake of form. They fit in any jar, and I'm madly in love with conservation. I combine it with cucumbers and bell peppers, sometimes I make sliced vegetables” (Larisa, Smolensk)

“I have been working with tomatoes for many years, in my greenhouse there are more than 20 varieties, among them is Scarlet Candles. I really like them for their shape and unpretentiousness. They never get sick. It is convenient to harvest because the fruits are formed by brushes. Always bears fruit until late autumn. I recommend everyone to try growing this tomato” (Lyudmila, Voronezh)

Small results

This tomato variety has come to the taste of many amateur gardeners because of its yield and pleasant refined taste, as well as the steady transfer of various diseases. All these features make this variety a truly wonderful gift for every amateur gardener.