The best varieties of tomatoes for open ground

It is difficult to imagine many dishes without tomatoes - from pizza to stew. They are necessary for the preparation of ketchup, sauce, pasta, juice, and in their pure form they delight the stomach. However, not all tomatoes are equally good for greenhouse and outdoor cultivation. As a result of the analysis of yield, taste, presentation, field of application and a number of other characteristics, 10 nominees were recognized as the best varieties of tomatoes for open ground. Among them there are low and tall plants, early, mid and late maturing.

Description of varieties of tomatoes for open ground

All varieties are divided into determinant and indeterminate, that is, low and tall (up to 1.5-2 m). Both types are presented in the rating.

Let's get to know each representative better:

• Honey saved - indeterminate plant growing up to 1.5 m in height. It got its name because of its pronounced sweet taste. The variety is mid-ripening - fruits appear 110-117 days after the formation of seedlings. The skin color ranges from orange to red.
• Pink Elephant - the name is completely true. The fruits of the plant are really pink and large, weighing from 200 to 1000 g. The vegetable has a juicy pulp and thin skin, which is easily removed during cooking. It is a mid-ripening variety, yielding 112-116 days after germination.
• Aphrodite F1 - bred by Russian breeders, belongs to the ultra-early, indeterminate, up to 1.5 m high. The plant gives a good harvest - up to 6 kg from one bush. Ripe fruits are red in color, with a smooth skin and delicately sweet pulp.
• Amur bole - early, ripens 90 days after picking seedlings in the open field. Loamy and sandy loam soil and black soil are well suited for its development. Standard plant, with strong stems and leaves. The height of the bush reaches 50 cm.
• Iceberg - an early ripe variety that allows you to harvest the first harvest on the 85th day from the moment the seedlings appear. The bushes are low - up to 80 cm high. Up to 4 kg of fruits per season are tied on one plant. Ripe tomatoes have a dense red skin.
• Aswon - ultra-early, the first harvest can be enjoyed already 95 days after the formation of seedlings. The plant bears fruit for a long time - until the onset of cold weather. Ripe vegetables are distinguished by a regular, round shape, a perfectly smooth surface, and good density.
• Washington - an early variety from the determinant group, up to 50 cm high. One bush pleases with 20-30 tomatoes per season, which grow in bunches. The fruits are round in shape, the skin and flesh are red. Vegetables weigh about 700 g, differ in their presentation and sweet taste.
• Agatha - another carpal type, growing on branches of 3-5 pcs. This is one of the shortest varieties of tomatoes for open ground in the TOP, the height of which does not exceed 45 cm.The plant can boast of versatility in cooking - it is suitable for salads, canning, first and second courses.
• Appetizing Is a pink variety that ripens in 110-115 days. The plant grows to a height of 100 cm when grown outdoors. The weight of the fruits is 300-450 g. On one brush, up to 5-6 tomatoes are formed, and from 1 square.m can be collected up to 8 kg.
• Roma - tomato of American origin. It has an oval shape and looks like a plum. The plant is not tall - it stretches upwards by a maximum of 80 cm. On one cluster, 3-10 tomatoes are formed. The vegetable is characterized by a harmonious combination of sweet taste and light acidity.

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How did we choose

The selection of the nominees was focused on the type of plant - determinate or tall, as well as on its yield (how many fruits are obtained from one bush or from 1 sq. M) and taste - whether sweet, sour or neutral, ripe.

During a detailed examination of each applicant, attention was paid to all the nuances:

• Height and abundance of the green part of the plant, the strength of the stems - it depends on whether it will be necessary to tie the bush to the supports. Under the weight of numerous fruits, it will simply lean to the ground.
• Growing conditions - seedling or seed method, soil requirements (black soil, loamy or sandy loam soil), recommendations for care: frequency of watering, dressing, loosening.
• Disease and pest resistance - tomatoes are affected by late blight, nematodes, whitefly, alternaria. To combat them, special drugs are used.
• Ripening terms - early, mid-season or late. They are indicated in the number of days required for fruit formation from the moment of germination.
• Taste qualities - the amount of sugar in the pulp. The more it contains in tomatoes, the sweeter the fruit. Honey vegetables don't always fit into the first and second courses.
• Marketable condition - keeping quality is influenced by the juiciness of the pulp and the density of the skin, the harder and less watery it is, the longer it is stored without consequences. It is these varieties that are preferable for sale, as they withstand transportation.
• Weight, shape, size and color of fruits... There are round, oval and heart-shaped tomatoes in red, pink, orange, black, yellow and even purple hues.
• Versatility in cooking... In the process of compiling a rating of the best varieties of tomatoes for open ground, we paid attention to the preservation of the taste of tomatoes during the preparation of fresh and winter salads, when canning and adding to the first and second courses.

During the compilation of the rating, the experts of expertpro.techinfus.com/en/ looked at the compatibility of all these factors, since very often tasty fruits are not at all marketable and vice versa.

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The best tall tomatoes for open ground

This is the name for indeterminate varieties up to 1.5-2 m high. Due to their height, they necessarily require a garter to the supports. It is beneficial to grow such plants in small areas due to space savings. Experts of expertpro.techinfus.com/en/ in the field of gardening studied the available varieties and, by analyzing their yield, disease resistance, taste, selected the 2 best options in this section of the rating.

Honey saved

Tomato "Honey Spas" is indeterminate and grows up to 1.5 m in height, requires a garter. In the South and in the Moscow region, the plant can be grown in open ground, and in Central Russia, planting in greenhouses is recommended. It is mid-season - 110-117 days pass from the moment of emergence to harvest.

The fruits of Honey Spas are large, weighing 200-600 g. The shape of tomatoes is heart-shaped, the skin is not thick and soft, orange in color. The pulp is juicy and practically seedless, so the vegetable is great for making fresh salads. But the juice comes out of it is not very tasty. The crop is stored for a long time and does not lose its taste - it remains sweet and tender.

Advantages

• 1 bush gives up to 5 kg;
• Disease resistance;
• Does not rot in the beds;
• Marketable condition;
• Nice smell.

disadvantages

• A rather big core.

According to reviews, the tomato is moderately sweet and is suitable both for consumption in its pure form and for adding to various dishes - pizza, stews, etc.

Pink Elephant

This tomato variety is called salad because of its sweet honey taste, thin skin and juicy pulp. Their "skin" is quite dense and the tomatoes are well transported, keeping their presentation for a long time. This is not the best option for preserving and juicing because of the considerable size and weight of the fruit - 200-300 g, some specimens grow to 800-1000 g.

Up to 7-8 tomatoes are formed on each bush, and the yield from 1 sq. m is about 6-8 kg. That is, no more than 3 kg is obtained from one bush, and this is in the case of agricultural technology at a high level. Fruiting is extended over time and continues until autumn. Technical ripeness occurs 112-116 days after germination. The plant reaches 160-170 cm in height, however, due to its power, large leaves and thick shoots, it needs a garter.

Advantages

• Does not crack in droughts;
• Low susceptibility to disease;
• Sweet;
• Versatile in preparation;
• Grows well in various types of soil.

disadvantages

• Weakly pollinated in the greenhouse;
• Demanding to feeding.

The Pink Elephant has a shiny skin that retains its appearance for a long time. Therefore, this variety is well suited for growing for sale.

The best early varieties of tomatoes for open ground

These varieties include tomatoes that ripen within 85-100 days from the moment the seedlings appear. They are resistant to diseases and allow harvesting from early to mid-July. Early varieties of tomatoes for open ground include the options described below.

Aphrodite F1

The variety comes from Russia from the ultra-early group. The crop ripens within 90-95 days after transplanting. The fruits ripen "amicably" at about the same time. This facilitates the process of storing preservation for the winter. The maximum plant height is 1.5 m, therefore it is recommended to install supports immediately after the formation of ovaries. The plant is thermophilic and demanding for feeding. With good agricultural technology, tomatoes grow up to 110 g.

Aphrodite F1 is not very afraid of fungal infection, which increases the yield. Up to 5-6 kg comes out from one bush. When ripe, the fruits are red in color, have a perfectly smooth surface and a thin skin that is easy to peel. Due to their small size - about 4 cm in diameter, they are directly designed for canning in cans. The vegetable has a sweet, pleasant taste, which, along with a long shelf life (at least a week), was appreciated by the sellers.

Advantages

• Small core;
• Not a tough rind;
• Juicy pulp;
• Soft seeds;
• Matures inside.

disadvantages

• It is not easy to grow seedlings;
• Not the cheapest seeds.

As the reviews show, tomatoes are suitable for whole-fruit canning, making lecho, juice, adjika, ketchup, sauce, for drying and drying.

Amur bole

One of the earliest varieties, bearing fruit already 90 days after planting in open ground. The plant is determinant, up to 50 cm high. Vegetable culture feels great in black soil, loamy and sandy loam soil. The bush has strong stems and leaves. The Amur stem does not require pinching, that is, it belongs to the standard varieties. It develops at low temperatures, so it can be grown even in Central Russia.

The Amur bole does not die from drought, although it is not indifferent to moisture. In the absence of rain, the fruit does not crack and does not lose its sweet taste. Up to 10 tomatoes weighing about 120 g are tied on a bush. Tomatoes are round in shape, slightly flattened at the top. The skin and flesh are bright red. There are some seeds inside (about 5), but they are quite large. The vegetable contains a lot of juice. The yield is 4.8 kg per 1 sq. m.

Advantages

• Quick fruit setting;
• Not affected by late blight;
• Not afraid of verticillosis;
• The yield doubles with regular feeding;
• Can be grown in a seedless way.

disadvantages

• In terms of cold resistance, it is inferior to other varieties in the rating.

As they say in the reviews, the fruits can be used for pickling, making tomato juice and fresh salads. It is in this form that they are most useful due to the preservation of choline, which strengthens the immune system and restores normal liver function.

The best yielding varieties of tomatoes for open ground

Harvest varieties of tomatoes for open ground are those that give at least 3 kg from one bush. The number of fruits is influenced by the weather, resistance to diseases and pests, the level of agricultural technology, the type of soil in which the plant is cultivated. The most generous in this regard are 3 varieties, which will be discussed below.

Iceberg

An early plant that ripens within 85-90 days from the moment of germination. A bush with strong stems, determinant, up to 80 cm high. Due to the limited growth, the ripening of vegetables proceeds faster. Due to the large number of fruits (up to 4 kg), it is recommended to tie it to supports. Ripe tomatoes have a deep red color and dense skin, and therefore are suitable for preservation.

Formation of a bush and pinching of stems is not necessary for a variety that is also unpretentious to cultivation conditions. The plant normally tolerates temperature extremes and calmly reacts to short-term frosts. Iceberg fruits retain their presentation for several days due to the low wateriness of the pulp. They are moderately sweet and smell good.

Advantages

• 1 bush gives up to 4 kg;
• Wide range of applications;
• Small, neat dimensions;
• Weight up to 200 g;
• Due to its short stature, it can be grown in small areas.

disadvantages

• Susceptibility to diseases and pests - bear, nematodes, wireworm;
• Lots of seeds.

Ripe fruits are used in vegetable salads and slices, for spinning, making adjika and ketchup.

Aswon

Another ultra-early tomato that ripens within 95-100 days. The growing season lasts until the onset of cold weather. The plant is compact and does not take up much space in the garden, it grows well. The dense vegetative mass prevents sunburn of tomatoes. The fruits set perfectly, but for this it must be warm outside. They have dense and fleshy flesh of deep red color. The white rod is missing inside.

The vegetable is round in shape, with a uniform, easily peeled skin. Its high density allows tomatoes to maintain their integrity during conservation. Fruit weight - from 70 to 95 g. The variety has a high yield - about 100 tomatoes from 1 bush per season. They do not crumble during droughts and do not lose their taste.

Advantages

• Glossy skin;
• Marketable condition;
• It tolerates transportation well;
• Unpretentious cultivation;
• Heat resistant.

disadvantages

• During fruiting, tomatoes become smaller in size;

Tomato looks great when salted, so rolled up jars are good for sale.

Washington

An early variety of tomatoes for open ground "Washington", the fruits of which ripen 95-100 days after germination. This is a determinant variety up to 50 cm high, which does not need pinching and pinching. But tying to a support may be needed. Ripe vegetables are round, red in color, weigh about 700 g. They grow in clusters like grapes. On one bush at a time up to 20-30 pcs.

The vegetable is round and slightly flattened at the top. The skin is smooth and shiny, which gives the tomato a presentation and increases sales. The popularity of the variety is also facilitated by its excellent taste - the pulp is sweet, moderately dense and juicy. Therefore, it can be used to make ketchup, adjika, juice, mashed potatoes, winter and summer salads.

Advantages

• Ease of care;
• Good acclimatization;
• Not afraid of phytophthora;
• It is not attacked by insects due to its early maturation;
• Long shelf life.

This is a mediocre variety in terms of yield - from 1 sq. m leaves up to 7 kg of tomatoes. The better the agricultural technology, the more fruits.

disadvantages

• Not found.

The best sweet varieties of tomatoes for open ground

Tomatoes can be sour, neutral, sweet, honeyed. This section of the rating contains the options optimal in terms of sugar content, delicious both fresh and thermally processed. We are talking about 3 representatives.

Agatha

The Agata variety is valued for its smooth, even and neat fruits, as if one to one. They look great on the table in the form of slicing and perfectly demonstrate themselves in salads and canning, in the first and second courses. On average, the mass of a tomato is 110 g. Their shape is round, the color ranges from orange to dark red, depending on the time of harvest. The vegetables taste sweet, pleasant.

Agata grows in brushes of 3-5 pcs. Usually it contains no more than 5.5% of dry matter, so the crop is kept fresh for a long time and tolerates transportation well. As a result, the plant is often grown for further sale. The height of the bush does not exceed 35-45 cm, that is, it is determinant. The bush is easy to care for - does not require frequent watering and feeding.

Advantages

• Amicable maturation;
• Versatility of application;
• Sweet taste;
• Ripening period - from 95 to 110 days;
• Early harvest.

disadvantages

• Medium disease resistance;
• Gives no more than 4 kg per bush.

Due to its dense peel and pulp, this is a good option for filling with filling - cheese, mushrooms, meat.

Appetizing

The variety of tomatoes for open ground "Appetizing" refers to undersized and pink. The plant is determinate - limited to a height of 100 cm in open ground and 170 cm in greenhouses. It ripens within 110-115 days from the moment the seedlings appear. Bushes quickly grow green mass and are overloaded with fruits - each of them overgrows 5-6 pieces. on one brush. The vegetable is quite large and heavy, weighing up to 450 g. Dimensions can be increased by pinching. Tying is required to withstand such a load.

Appetizing calmly endures the cool summer, and the yield does not decrease from this. Usually it is at the level of 8 kg per 1 sq. m. Sweet taste, not coarse rind and juicy, sugary flesh makes it an ideal candidate for making salads. Spherical vegetable, not very even. Initially, breeders bred the variety for fresh consumption, but it was perfect for making ketchup, sauce, pasta.

Advantages

• Delicious and unripe (green);
• Not solid;
• When cutting, it almost does not let juice;
• Fresh, pleasant smell;
• Rapid maturation.

disadvantages

• Fruits are greenish at the top even when ripe.

Growers would like to improve the transportability of ripe tomatoes. Also, many do not like the branchiness of the bushes, because of which they cannot be accommodated in a small area.

Roma

Overseas representative, originated in America and spread in Europe and Australia. The variety is not included in the State Register of Russia, but is recommended for growing both in open and closed ground. Due to its frost resistance, it can be cultivated throughout the country. Roma belongs to "cream" due to the same elongated shape, therefore it is easily canned in jars.

The plant is determinate, up to 80 cm high. Tomatoes are formed in clusters of 3-10 pcs. weighing up to 80 g. Unripe tomatoes ripen successfully indoors, and ready-made tomatoes tolerate storage well. Fruiting begins 105-125 days after germination and lasts in 3 waves.The vegetable is tasty, combines sourness and sweetness due to the high sugar content.

Advantages

• Resistant to Fusarium and Verticillium wilt;
• Decent yield - from 8 to 12 kg per 1 sq. m;
• Not prone to rot;
• Resistant to cracking;
• Cooking versatility.

disadvantages

• Grown only through seedlings.

In the reviews, gardeners point to the excellent keeping quality and transportability of tomatoes. This is facilitated by its low weight and dense skin.

Which variety of tomatoes for open ground is better

For the southern regions, absolutely all varieties of tomatoes are well suited for open ground tomatoes, but in the northern ones, early ripening ones that do not have time to catch frosts feel best. They and varieties with medium ripening periods can be safely planted in Central Russia. Not very fleshy and juicy vegetables are suitable for preservation, and juices and fresh salads, on the contrary, are prepared from soft fruits.

The choice of a particular tomato is also influenced by the type of soil, the purpose of growing tomatoes and their area of ​​application.

• For heat treatment (in pizza and soups, in second courses) Honey Spas is well suited.
• In summer salads, the juicy and soft Pink Elephant has proven itself well.
• For conservation purposes, it is recommended to grow Aphrodite F1 with neat and dense fruits.
• Those who want to cultivate a vegetable without preliminary harvesting seedlings should pay attention to the Amur bole.
• Due to its good yield and keeping quality, they planted the Iceberg tomato for sale.
• If you want to feast on tomatoes until the coldest days, Aswon is a good choice.
• "Washington" is recognized as universal in terms of preparation, it is equally tasty both raw and thermally processed.
• For beginners who have just started cultivating this vegetable crop, it will not be a mistake to take a closer look at Agatha.
• Another salad variety, which has also worked well in banks, is the "Appetizing" variety.
• Those who love sweet and sour tomatoes will be delighted with the Roma variety.

Before choosing which variety of tomatoes to buy for open ground, it is worth deciding on the goals and conditions of their cultivation.