Humanity became acquainted with the first tomato already in the 8th century AD. Today there are many different varieties ready to surprise even the most demanding connoisseurs of nightshade culture. In the 21st century, through the efforts of Russian breeders, the chocolate-covered Zephyr tomato appeared. It received an unusual name due to its original color of ripe berries. Its taste and good yield have made it popular among consumers and gardeners.
General description of the variety
The variety is intended for cultivation in greenhouses.
In the southern regions of the country, the option of planting in open ground is possible. Description of the variety:
- mid-season, maximum fruit ripening period is up to 115 days;
- indeterminate;
- tall, the bush reaches a maximum height of 1.7 m;
- resistant to fungal diseases;
- has a high yield, up to 6 kilograms per bush per season;
- not intended for long-term storage.
The universal variety can be cultivated in all regions of Russia, subject to the cultivation recommendations. Ripe tomatoes have the following characteristics:
- round shape;
- interesting coloring, the color of ripe fruits is red-brown with green spots closer to the stalk;
- the berry reaches a maximum weight of 150 grams;
- juicy;
- sweet;
- a small number of cameras;
- ribbed.
Preparing seedlings and planting
The best way to grow is by seedlings. Preparations should begin two months before the expected planting time. To get good seedlings you should:
- prepare separate containers for each seedling; peat pots are suitable;
- Fill the containers tightly with complex soil for tomatoes;
- plant seeds to a depth of 1.5-2 cm;
- immediately after sowing, water with warm water and cover with film;
- after the first shoots appear, place the pots with seedlings in a well-lit place;
- carry out regular watering;
- maintain the room temperature at 21-25 degrees.
Before planting, prepare the holes and pour complex fertilizer into each hole. Harden off the plants at least 10 days before planting. Vegetable growers recommend picking the plant and forming a bush into one or two stems.
Plant care
Proper care is the key to a good harvest. Tomatoes of this variety are not demanding. Peculiarities of cultivation include mandatory pinching and gartering.It is necessary to water the tomato as needed. During the summer season we recommend:
- feed the bush from 4 to 6 times;
- regularly loosen the soil;
- remove weeds;
- water only with warm water;
- if necessary, the plant is treated with insecticides.
Opinions and reviews of gardeners
I was very pleased with the unusual variety of chocolate-covered Zephyr tomatoes. The tomatoes stand out on the table. The unusual dark, red-brown color has become the highlight of the variety. Among the advantages: sweet taste, not whimsical. Growing tomatoes is no more difficult than other species of the nightshade family. Watering, feeding, loosening are the keys to a good harvest. It is important to tie up the bushes in time so that by August you can pick delicious berries. I recommend!
Varvara Mikhailovna, 56 years old.
Chocolate covered marshmallows are an original variety of mid-season tomatoes. The family loves their sweet taste and unusual color. Not capricious, grow well in greenhouse conditions. I start preparing seedlings in early May, and by August the tomatoes can be harvested. The downside is that you can’t store them for a long time. Transportation is also not the best. You should eat it right away, crumble it into a salad or marinate it. I usually make a small garden bed; my grandchildren really like the bright colors. Fans of unusual varieties should definitely try it!
Galina Apollonovna, 65 years old.
