Every year, new selections of garden crops appear on the horticultural market, one of which is the Pineapple tomato variety. Experts advise lovers of unusual varieties to pay attention to the new species and appreciate the merits of yellow tomatoes. To obtain proper yield indicators, it is recommended to take into account the basic recommendations for growing the variety.
Description of the variety
The Pineapple tomato is an early-ripening indeterminate species. The bushes of the plant are tall and need staking. The average height of adult shoots reaches 1.5 meters.The tomato is considered a large-fruited variety; on average, the weight of one vegetable is 250 grams. With proper care and proper removal of stepsons, it is possible to obtain giant vegetables.
The fruits are characterized by a sweetish taste, unusual for tomatoes. Reviews from gardeners note pineapple notes, which are more typical of fruit. The pulp of tomatoes is dense, but lends itself well to cutting. Due to its large size, the variety is suitable for salads and use in winter recipes.
Growing
Cultivation is carried out using seedlings. The time for planting seeds is determined depending on the desired period of harvest; on average, from the moment of germination to the harvesting of the first harvest, it takes from 110 to 115 days.
As the shoots grow, the bushes are provided with a garter and timely removal of excess greenery. Yield indicators largely depend on how well the biotechniques of cultivation are followed. On average, for every 4 clusters of plants there are 3 or 4 large tomatoes. It is recommended to form the plant into 2 or 3 stems.
Features of care
Plant care is standard. The plant needs fertile soil and several feedings throughout the growing season. The crop requires sufficient watering and does not tolerate drafts.
Pruning must be carried out in a timely manner, since excessive thickening leads to insufficient air supply and increases the risk of plant diseases.
Advantages and disadvantages
The variety got its name because of the unusual appearance of the vegetables and their specific taste. The fruits gain the greatest taste at the end of the growing season. The advantages of the type include:
- appearance and taste of pineapple and tomato;
- use of fruits fresh and in preparations;
- yield indicators;
- regulation of tomato weight.
The disadvantage is the need to carry out pinching work, which requires additional time to care for the plant.
When receiving large fruits, it is necessary to consume the fruits immediately, since the shelf life of cut tomatoes is short.
Pests and diseases
The variety has no specific characteristics and the main ones are considered to be traditional tomato pests and fungal diseases. Both a lack of watering and excessive soil moisture have a negative impact. Compliance with the rules of agricultural technology can minimize the risk of cladosporiosis and late blight.
Harvest and storage
Harvesting is carried out at the moment of full ripening of the fruits. Since the plant is an early-ripening species, in most cases the risk of obtaining unripe fruits at the end of the growing season is minimized.
When receiving such vegetables, it is recommended to place them in a cool, dark place and eat them as the vegetables ripen.
Reviews from gardeners
Anastasia, 27 years old:
“I liked the description of the tomato, and was seduced by the unusual variety of tomato. Tomatoes have a fruity flavor that is unusual for the vast majority of tomato varieties. The number of giants was small, but overall the yield indicators were encouraging.”
Alena, 49 years old:
“I doubted the reality of obtaining fruits with a pineapple flavor; in practice, the fruits have fruity notes. The advantage is the unusual taste of tomatoes and the ability to remove large fruits. The disadvantage can be considered the need for periodic thinning and removal of constantly growing greenery in the form of stepchildren.”
