The Banana Legs tomato is recommended for brave gardeners who like to experiment in their summer cottage. This unusual variety appeared in 1988, thanks to the work of American breeders.
“Banana legs” are distinguished by a relatively high yield, have a very unusual appearance and taste for a tomato, and are also perfectly stored in almost any conditions.
Characteristics of the variety
A detailed description of the variety can be found in modern literature for gardeners. Banana Legs tomatoes are determinate, meaning they have limited growth.This variety is considered mid-season and high-yielding. In open ground, the bush usually grows up to 60-80 centimeters, and in greenhouses its height can reach one and a half meters. The highest yield was recorded on bushes with 3-5 stems. Tomatoes of this variety grow in clusters of 8-10 pieces each.
One bush produces an average of 4 to 6 kilograms of tomatoes. The fruits are bright yellow in color; if you look closely at them, you will notice horizontal stripes. The maximum weight of one tomato is 100 g, and the length does not exceed 10 cm.
Features of the variety
“Banana legs” look significantly different from regular tomatoes. They are yellow in color and resemble oblong plums in shape. They have shiny and thick skin. There are relatively few seeds. The taste is sweetish, with a citrus tint.
“Banana legs” are an ideal option for homemade preparations. These tomatoes make excellent salads, sauces and lecho. Thick skin helps the fruits retain their shape for a long time, both fresh and canned. In addition, the bright and rich yellow-golden color will make these tomatoes a wonderful decoration for any dish.
Pros of Banana Legs:
- Interesting shape and non-standard color;
- Unusual taste with a lemon tint;
- Good yield;
- Easy care;
- Disease resistance;
- Relative unpretentiousness to climatic conditions;
- Long shelf life.
As for the disadvantages of the variety, gardeners are unanimous in their opinion about their complete absence. Therefore, when planting “Banana Legs” tomatoes on your plot, you absolutely do not risk being disappointed.
Features of cultivation
Breeders claim that the variety in question can be grown without seedlings.However, according to reviews from gardeners, the seedling method is much more effective. In addition, planting “Banana Legs” seeds directly into the ground only makes sense in a greenhouse.
Seeds for seedlings are usually sown 60-70 days before the intended planting in the ground. When planting seedlings on a garden plot, per 1 sq. No more than 4 plants are placed per meter.
It is recommended to dive in the three-leaf phase. An important stage of care is feeding the plant with high-quality mineral fertilizers. Due to the fact that a large number of tomatoes grow on one bush, you should take care of strong supports in advance. In addition, do not forget about regular pinching, abundant watering with warm water and loosening the soil.
Reviews from gardeners about Banana Legs tomatoes
- My whole family is simply delighted with this variety. We plant it every year. The taste is incredible, one might say exquisite. We enjoy eating these tomatoes, both fresh and canned. The resulting preparations are incomparable. (Alexandra Semenovna, Moscow)
- The secret to the amazing taste of these tomatoes is as much sunlight as possible. And, of course, no one has canceled regular watering. Mineral fertilizers, by the way, won’t hurt either. You will not regret the labor costs on the garden plot. These delicious tomatoes are worth it. (Olga, Krasnodar)
- The key to a rich harvest of “Banana Legs” is competent stepsoning. If you only keep 1-2 stems, the tomatoes will be small and sour. You need to leave 3-5 stems. Then the fruits will be large, bright and very rich in taste. (Alexander, Yekaterinburg)
- Not a variety, but just a dream! Very tasty tomatoes that do not require any special storage conditions. And when marinated they are simply fantastic.I recommend to all! (Varvara Petrovna, Tver)
- Not long ago we abandoned regular tomatoes in favor of Banana Legs. They are tastier, more beautiful, more unpretentious, and store better. In general, they win in all respects. (Vladislav, Moscow).
It's better to plant once...
Despite the fact that the taste of “Banana Legs” tomatoes is to a certain extent exotic for our country (tomatoes with a citrus flavor), we see that opinions about the variety are extremely positive. Therefore, if you are interested in these unusual tomatoes, we recommend growing several bushes in your summer cottage to understand whether the Banana Legs variety is suitable for you personally.
