The yellow Truffle tomato is not yet popular among gardeners, as it was bred not so long ago. However, some have already managed to get acquainted with this variety and were satisfied with the result. After all, Japanese truffle tomatoes are distinguished by their increased density, thanks to which they can be used to create preserves.
Characteristics of the variety
It is recommended to study in detail the characteristics and description of the Japanese truffle tomato variety to become familiar with it.
The tomato is indeterminate, so its bushes can grow actively for a long time.The variety cannot boast of high yield. During the season, you can collect no more than four kilograms of tomatoes from a bush. However, sometimes the yield increases to five kilograms. The fruits do not ripen very early, as they are mid-ripening. Their maturation may take three or four months.
The main advantage of the Japanese truffle is its resistance to many diseases. Thanks to this, the fruits of this variety almost never spoil due to pests or diseases.
It is recommended to grow such tomatoes in regions with warm climates where there are no serious temperature changes. If you plant them in colder areas, you will have to do it in greenhouses so that the bushes do not die from low temperatures. Under optimal conditions, the bush can grow up to two meters in height. Therefore, you will have to start pruning and tying young plants to supports.
Tomatoes weigh about two hundred grams. Their surface is covered with small longitudinal ribs. All tomatoes are collected in clusters, each of which can grow more than five fruits. It is recommended to leave three fruits per bunch so that the tomatoes can grow well.
Varieties
The Japanese truffle is divided into several varieties, which are most often grown by vegetable growers in their gardens. All these types of tomatoes have their own distinctive characteristics, which you should definitely familiarize yourself with.
Red
The Red Truffle tomato from the Siberian Garden company ripens 95 days after planting the seeds in the ground, so it is classified as a mid-season species. It grows well in gardens and indoors, as it has good resistance to insects and diseases.It also differs from the others in its elongated shape and resistance to sudden changes in temperature, as evidenced by reviews from people who grow them.
Japanese red truffle is recommended to be grown only in the most optimal conditions. Only in this case can you get about ten kilograms of fruit from the bush.
This type of tomato is difficult to classify as large varieties, since the weight of one fruit almost never exceeds 150 grams. Tomatoes are very tasty and therefore they are used for salads and other vegetable dishes. Red truffle is not suitable for making juice, as it contains a large amount of dry matter.
The main advantages of this type include:
- excellent taste;
- disease resistance;
- long-term storage.
These tomatoes need to be looked after regularly. Their cultivation is facilitated by periodic watering and fertilizing.
Black
The Black Truffle tomato attracts the attention of many summer residents with the unusual coloring of its fruits. It is the dark color of the tomatoes that is the main feature of this variety. This tomato is heat-loving, so it is recommended to plant it only in the southern regions of the country. In all other areas it is better to grow it in greenhouses.
The Japanese black truffle grows up to one and a half meters. Its bushes are covered with a large number of dark leaves. It is recommended to tie up all plants and remove excess shoots. This is done to accelerate growth and improve yields.
The black variety has small fruits weighing no more than 120 grams. As they ripen, they turn a dark purple color that distinguishes them from most other tomatoes. Five fruits are formed on one brush.It is recommended to get rid of half at the initial stage of maturation. The fruits contain a lot of vitamins that the human body needs. Almost every gardener loves them, as they have a sweet and unusual taste.
Yellow
Yellow truffle tomatoes are distinguished from others by their unusual taste. They have absolutely no sourness and are one of the sweetest varieties.
Yellow truffle tomatoes can grow in any conditions. They can even be planted outside. Under suitable conditions, the height of the bushes can reach one and a half meters. Over the course of several months, elongated fruits weighing about 150 grams appear on the bushes. Sugar tomato has a yellow skin with slight ridges on the surface. The fruits contain large amounts of antioxidants, vitamins and lycopene.
Orange
The Japanese orange truffle is distinguished by the speed of ripening of its fruits, which ripen within one month. Ripe tomatoes weigh more than 200 grams. With proper care, the plant produces more than eight kilograms of fruit.
The main problem of the variety is weak branches, which often break under the weight of large tomatoes.
To avoid this, it is recommended to tie the bushes to reliable supports. Another minor problem with the orange truffle tomato is that the fruit often cracks. You can get rid of the problem by normalizing the temperature and abundant, infrequent watering.
Pink
Pink tomato Japanese truffle is a tall plant that begins to sing 85 days after being planted on the site. Therefore, this variety can be classified as a mid-season tomato. Its description is very similar to that of other tomato varieties.The bushes can be grown in greenhouses and in open areas, as the variety is resistant to many insects and diseases.
Ripe tomatoes grow up to 180 grams and gradually turn pink. Quite often they are attacked by ticks. You can get rid of them using a soap solution or special preparations.
Growing and care
It is recommended to plant seedlings in mid-spring, when serious frosts have ended. Seedlings germinate indoors for a month and a half, after which they can be transplanted into the ground. Most often, this procedure is carried out at the end of May.
Tomatoes must be formed into several stems, and only 3-4 bunches should be left on one plant. If there are more of them, then some fruits will not be able to develop well. To increase productivity, it is recommended to plant seedlings in a greenhouse, as in it the bushes grow taller and stronger.
All plants are periodically tied up so that the stem does not break under the influence of heavy fruits. For greater reliability, you need to tie your hands too.
Tomatoes should be watered periodically. It is advisable to do this in the evening. During irrigation, only well-settled and warm water is used. You cannot water the bushes with cold liquid, as this can harm them.
Conclusion
Before you start growing Japanese truffle tomatoes, you need to familiarize yourself with its description in more detail. Gardeners also need to study all the varieties of a given variety and choose the most suitable one for themselves.
