Tomato Sugar is a vegetable that has received many positive reviews throughout its existence. Delicious fruits of a rich red color, the size can reach up to 450 g. At the same time, breeders stated only from 130 to 200 g. The taste of vegetables can be assessed not only by fresh salad, but also by canning and pickles.
More about the variety
The characteristics of tomatoes say that this is a mid-season variety, which is distinguished by its tall bush. Designed for growing in a greenhouse. For normal development, it requires the formation of a stem and a garter. The indeterminate plant reaches a height of 1.7 to 2 m.
Manufacturers who produce seeds recommend forming a bush into 1 or 2 stems at once. The tomato has a medium sized leaf. In turn, it stands out in a rich green color. The stem is not as dark in color. Simple inflorescence.
The description of the variety is registered in the register for growing crops under film-covered conditions. Sugar is grown both on large plantations and on private farms.
Fruit
Due to the fact that they have a regular round shape, there is a similarity with the Cherry tomato variety. This is especially true for the Sugar variety. The stalk itself has slight ribbing. The fruits are medium in density. Having reached the stage of maturity, they become covered with a rich red color.
Fleshy vegetables have a characteristic taste with sweet notes. At the break, there is a noticeable level of sugar content in the pulp. The seed chambers are large, but this does not affect the taste of the tomato. Tomatoes are suitable for preparing fresh summer dishes, juices and sauces. Housewives note that Sugar is good for making ketchup.
The tomato bears fruit well, which affects the yield. During the season, from 3 to 5 kg of ripe fruits are collected from one plant. Such indicators depend on regular watering and the presence of fertilizers in the soil. Reviews from farmers note that Sugar is resistant to many tomato diseases, in particular tobacco mosaic.
Cherry Sugar f1 is a hybrid that is also popular. It has small fruits evenly distributed on the branch. It has a sweetish taste and is suitable for decorating dishes. Often grown for sale.
Cultivation
To obtain seedlings, seeds are sown in the soil 2 months before planting in the soil. The picking is carried out after the first sprout has time to sprout 2 true leaves.If the seedlings develop in one place without planning further transplantation, per 1 sq. m there should not be more than 3 plants. When planning to form a plant into one stem, plant no more than 4 bushes.
Cultivation care
To get a good tomato harvest, you need:
- do stepsoning;
- water the plant in a timely manner;
- apply mineral fertilizers.
To protect against pests and diseases, take preventive measures. If tomatoes are grown in a greenhouse, it is preferable to install a drip irrigation system. This will not only save time and effort spent on care, but will also reduce the risk of developing late blight. Sugar loves moisture, but too much has a detrimental effect on it.
Concerning beneficial properties of tomato, they exist, like most vegetables. The fruits are rich in vitamins and microelements. They are recommended for consumption by people of any age. They are especially beneficial for people who are struggling with excess weight.
They have a rich tomato taste both fresh and cooked. They can be stewed with other vegetables and fried. Some housewives use them for preservation. The unusual shape and color helps create beautiful combinations in a jar with cucumbers, peppers, onions and herbs.
