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Due to the fact that the climate in Our Country in most regions does not allow growing tomatoes in open ground, many gardeners are trying to create comfortable and spacious greenhouses. Today they are distributed throughout the country and are divided into heated and unheated. Someone manages to get several harvests per season, preferring early ripening varieties. Bright and juicy tomatoes are one of the most popular vegetables on the tables of our citizens along with cucumbers. Growing in a greenhouse will not be difficult.
Growing tomatoes in a greenhouse
The advantages of growing tomatoes indoors cannot be disputed. If you do not live in a warm, humid climate, then a greenhouse is the very salvation for heat-loving crops. Indoor tomatoes:
- less prone to late blight;
- bear fruit more abundantly;
- ripen faster.
The most important thing is to take care of organizing drip irrigation in advance, as it will be very convenient and save a lot of time.
Not all gardeners can boast of high industrial greenhouses. Often you have to build them yourself from various materials. At this stage, it is necessary to provide:
- vents on top and on both sides (ventilation is necessary for tomatoes, especially during the flowering period);
- beds with a distance between them of 60 centimeters;
- supports for each tomato bush.
Growing tomatoes in glass or polycarbonate greenhouses can be divided into several stages:
- sowing seeds;
- seedling hardening;
- planting seedlings in the beds;
- fertilizer application;
- ventilation;
- harvesting.
At the stage of sowing seeds and growing seedlings, you need to be extremely careful. The yield and taste will depend on how high-quality the first-born will grow.
Since tomato bushes can reach a decent height (for example, two meters), many people today prefer to buy Low-growing tomatoes for greenhouses. In conditions of a low polycarbonate ceiling, this is fully justified.
Low-growing tomatoes
These include varieties and hybrids, the height of which is insignificant for this crop and averages 70-100 centimeters. Short stature is achieved due to the determinant type of plant growth: when several flower stalks are ejected, the tomato stops growing. As a rule, an undersized variety has the following qualities:
- precocious;
- medium-yielding;
- resistant to phytophthora.
You can’t say this about all undersized tomatoes, but in general it is.
Let’s discuss the best varieties of tomatoes for greenhouses. Undersized and standard ones will definitely be included in this list.
Description of varieties of undersized tomatoes
In the list, we included only productive varieties that can be grown in greenhouses. It is important to note that the value of low-growing tomatoes is also in the fact that some of them do not need to be stepsoned.
Table
We present to your attention a table with varieties and hybrids of undersized tomatoes for growing indoors.
| Variety/hybrid name | Ripening rate, in days | Yield, kilogram per 1 m2 | Height of an adult plant, in centimeters |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sanka | 78 – 85 | 5 – 15 | 40 – 60 |
| Andromeda | 85 – 117 | 8 – 12,7 | 65 – 70 |
| bobcat | no more 130 | 2 – 4,2 | 60 |
| Pink honey | 111 – 115 | 3,5 – 5,5 | 60 – 70 |
| Katusha | 80 – 85 | 9 – 10 | 50 – 70 |
| Titanium | 118 – 135 | 10 – 12 | 55 – 75 |
| Persimmon | 110 – 120 | 9 – 13,8 | 70 – 100 |
| Torbay | 75 | to 7 | 50 – 100 |
| Rio Fuego | 110 – 115 | 10 – 12 | to 80 |
| Sultan | 93 – 112 | to 5,7 | 50 – 60 |
| pink cheeks | 105 – 115 | 5,5 | 60 – 80 |
| Bonsai | 85 – 90 | 0,2 | 20 – 30 |
| Mercury | 97 – 100 | 11 – 12 | 65 – 70 |
| Rosemary | no more 115 | 19 – 30 | to 100 |
| Michurinsky | no more 100 | 9 – 10 | 80 |
Sanka
One of those tomatoes that are included in the list of “The Best Varieties of Our Country”. It can be grown both in the open field and in the greenhouse, and in the shelter the yield reaches its maximum. The fruits are medium in size, juicy and very tasty. Fruiting is long, the first harvest can be harvested after 2,5 months. For this variety “Sanka” is very fond of our gardeners.
Andromeda
It should be noted that this is an early ripe hybrid of excellent quality. Tomato hybrids are becoming more and more popular today. “Andromeda” is famous for its excellent growth and abundant friendly return of the crop. Resistance to major diseases will maximize the survival of seedlings. The mass of fruits reaches 180 grams, and the taste and commercial qualities are excellent. This particular hybrid was created for growing in greenhouses in the south, it is resistant to hot climates. The inhabitants of central Our Country also pay attention to it.
bobcat
This hybrid is very resistant to diseases such as fusarium and verticillium, the yield is low, but “Bobkat” is valued precisely for its resistance. The bush is determinate and compact, it can be planted in 7-9 pieces per square meter. Tomatoes are meaty, they are mainly processed, since the taste is rated at the “four”.
Pink honey
This magnificent variety grows well both in the open field and in the greenhouse. It is rare that low-growing tomatoes for greenhouses can boast such high quality fruits. The Pink Honey tomato is large-fruited, the weight of one fruit is 600-700 grams, while the bush has an average height of 60-70 centimeters. The harvest reaches 5,5 kilograms per square meter. The taste qualities of “Pink honey” are excellent, they can be used both fresh and for processing. Tomatoes do not crack and rarely get sick. The variety is mid-season.
Katusha
Hybrids such as “Katyusha” are famous for being cold-resistant, large-fruited, with compact bushes and resistant to diseases. Seeds can be planted both in open ground and in greenhouses. The bush is dwarf, compact, abundantly bears fruit in a short time. At the same time, the hybrid is valued for its taste. The fruits are fleshy, dense and very tasty. It is best to plant 5-6 plants per square meter, but experts allow a denser planting.
Titanium
When choosing varieties for greenhouses, one cannot but recall the “Titan”. It ripens for a long time, belongs to medium-late tomatoes, but in greenhouse conditions this is not as important as when grown in open ground. The variety is distinguished by the determinance of the bush, its compactness and high yield. These two qualities are rarely combined, especially for varietal tomatoes. Their seeds do not always have high germination, but in this case, “Titan” shows high activity. The fruits are tasty, medium in size.
Persimmon
An unusual mid-season variety with a determinant type of growth. If we talk about growing in greenhouses, then not all gardeners prefer early varieties. Sometimes you want to grow mid-ripening and even late ones, which have a pleasant taste and aroma. The ripening period is 110-120 days, the bush is compact with a large abundance of foliage, it bears fruit abundantly. The fruits themselves are large in size and flat-round in shape (this is shown in the photo). The orange color will look interesting both in preservation and in salads. To be transported and stored in the cold. Perhaps, “Persimmon” can be included in the list of “The most unusual varietal tomatoes.”
A brief video review of the variety is presented below:
Torbay
The greenhouse hybrid “Torbay” matures very quickly, in just 75 days. It is resistant to diseases, when ripe, the fruits do not crack, have an excellent taste, fleshy pulp. The pink tomato hybrid tends to yield quickly and be stored for a long time. The taste qualities are excellent.
Rio Fuego
Varieties of undersized tomatoes do not always ripen early. For example, “Rio Fuego” for a long time gaining taste and weight of 110 grams. The fruits are bright, red, their shape is plum. Tomatoes can be preserved whole, as well as consumed fresh, because they have excellent taste. The density of the skin allows for long-term storage and transportation over long distances. Resistant to alternariosis and TMV.
Sultan
Seeds of the hybrid “Sultan” are often found on store shelves. He has proven himself well and managed to fall in love. Tomatoes are quite large, up to 200 grams, they are moderately sweet and have a characteristic smell of tomatoes. Some summer residents believe that tomatoes grown in greenhouses will not be fragrant. This is not true. This quality directly depends on the type of hybrid or variety. “Sultan” is very persistent, bears fruit with a short stature of the plant itself.
pink cheeks
The raspberry-pink color will not leave anyone indifferent, therefore, often choosing undersized varieties of tomatoes for greenhouses, gardeners prefer large-fruited ones with an unusual color. “Pink cheeks” are beautiful large tomatoes on a relatively low bush. It can also be grown outdoors, where it does not exceed a meter, but in greenhouse conditions the bush can grow. It is advisable to tie it up. Tomatoes are tasty, well stored and transportable.
Bonsai
The dwarf bush of the Bonsai variety is very beautiful. Of course, one should not expect yields from small tomatoes, but they can be grown even on balconies. This variety is unpretentious, the fruits are tasty, red. The taste is excellent, you can make wonderful salads from them.
Mercury
The bush of this hybrid is determinate, it is distinguished by resistance to a large number of diseases, as well as high palatability. Fruits are stored for a long time and tolerate transportation well, they can be grown on an industrial scale. On one brush, 6-8 medium-sized fruits of red color with sufficient density are formed. The tomatoes are cracking.
Rosemary
The seeds of the Rosemary hybrid are hardened against a large number of diseases. The taste is so good that it is recommended to use it for baby food and salads. On a low compact bush, a large number of large (up to 400 grams) fruits of bright pink color are formed. They ripen in 115 days and are demanding of heat. The appearance of the hybrid is very attractive. Ideal for growing in polycarbonate and glass greenhouses.
Michurinsky
With a huge variety of varieties and hybrids of tomatoes on the market today, one can argue for a long time about which varieties are the best. Everyone chooses for himself the tomato that suits him according to his needs. Tomatoes “Michurinskie” can be grown both in open ground and in a greenhouse. The grade is distinguished by pleasant taste of fruits and their high commodity qualities.
Conclusion
Low-growing varieties of tomatoes for greenhouses generally give good yields in terms of indicators. Fruits often have excellent and excellent taste qualities, ripen quickly and are stored for a long time. The most important thing is a huge selection of varieties and hybrids, every gardener will find seeds to his liking.