The Gold of the East tomato got its name for its yellow-orange color, reminiscent of the color of a noble metal. The variety is part of the “Oriental Delicacy” series of tomatoes, which combines tomatoes that are exotic in taste, color and characteristics. The plant is adapted to Russian conditions and grows successfully in any type of greenhouse, as well as in unprotected soil. The fruits are sweet, tasty, and reach a weight of up to 400 g.
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Characteristics of the variety
Salad tomatoes are valued for their taste. Tender pulp and high sugar content give tomatoes an unusual, fruity taste.If we add to this the exotic, honey color of the fruit, then we can say with confidence that such a “gold” vegetable will become a worthy decoration for any table. The Gold of the East is precisely the kind of tomato that attracts attention with its appearance and taste, somewhat reminiscent of the famous oriental sweets. This is what the description of the variety looks like.
The variety is mid-season, with a growing season of 115 days, which allows it to be grown in central Russia, with a fairly short period of above-zero temperatures.
- The variety is recommended for cultivation in various types of greenhouses. In areas with a warm climate, it can be safely cultivated in open ground without shelter.
- The plant is tall, reaching a height of 2 meters during the growing season. The indeterminate type of bush requires timely pinching of the growing point and regular removal of side shoots.
- In one cluster, from 4 to 6 fruits are formed, the weight of which on average ranges from 120 g to 200 g, especially large ones reach a weight of 400 g.
- The fruits are oval elongated, yellow with an orange tint. The pulp is juicy and dense. The taste is rated as excellent. The purpose of tomatoes is salad, despite this they are well ripened and stored.
Gold of the East is a variety that has earned only positive reviews for its excellent consumer qualities. The excellent taste allows the fruits to be used for preparing fresh salads, snacks, and all kinds of exotic dishes.
Important! Unripe tomatoes are removed from the stalk and ripened at room temperature. After 6–8 days, the fruits acquire the taste and aroma characteristic of the variety.
Features of cultivation
In matters of caring for the variety, the manufacturer does not put forward any unusual requirements:
- It is recommended to sow seeds for seedlings in mid-March. Tomato seedlings are transplanted into the greenhouse in the second half of May.
- Planting pattern 40x70 cm, with a frequency of 4 plants per square meter. meter of area. Plants must be tied to a reliable support or trellis.
- The bush is formed into 1–2 trunks, depending on climatic conditions. When 4–6 brushes are formed, the growth point is pinched. Side shoots are removed weekly, preventing the shoots from overgrowing.
- Tomato care is traditional, including watering, weeding and scheduled fertilizing.
The tomato harvest occurs at the end of July and August. The fruits are collected in stages as they ripen.
The main advantage of a tomato is its taste, which is especially appreciated by gardening enthusiasts. Zoloto Vostok tomatoes are often called a gourmet treat and are recommended for preparing salad and snack delicacies with minimal heat treatment. Plant these wonderful vegetables in your garden and personally appreciate their taste.
