An increasing number of gardeners are guided by reviews of real people when choosing tomato varieties. Fans of low-growing, high-yielding varieties are advised to pay attention to the Red Fang tomato variety. Despite the small growth and compactness of the bushes, the garden crop is able to please with the yield of tasty tomato fruits of unusual shape.
Description of the variety
The Red Fang tomato variety is grown in open ground conditions. The plant belongs to the determinate species and is characterized by compact bushes with a small mass of greenery.Short ripening periods make it possible to obtain early fruiting.
Fruit characteristics:
- Tomatoes have a rich red color.
- Tomatoes are characterized by an elongated shape that looks like a fang, thanks to which the variety received its unusual name.
- On average, the weight of one fruit reaches 90 grams.
- The yield for low bushes is considered high and on average up to 10 vegetables are harvested from one bunch.
- Fruit yield indicators largely depend on the growing region and climatic conditions.
The pulp of the fruit is distinguished by good fleshiness and there are no notes of acid in the taste. Thanks to the thin skin, vegetables lend themselves well to cutting, after which they do not fall apart. Reviews from gardeners indicate that some specimens are up to 15 cm long and note a small number of seeds.
Red fang is consumed fresh, but due to its neat elongated shape, the fruit is often used as a canning material. The main direction for long-length fruits is to use them in salads, which acquire a rich, bright taste.
Vegetables of this variety withstand heat well and are able to maintain their proper appearance after processing.
Growing
Cultivation is carried out in the traditional way through seedlings. Planting material is placed in small containers and covered with film. After the formation of 2 or 3 leaves, a dive is made. To form strong shoots, it is necessary to ensure sufficient light, with a deficiency of which the seedlings become elongated and thin.
Seedlings are planted in a place of permanent cultivation after there is no threat of return of frost.The area must be protected from strong gusts of wind. The soil is prepared in advance and enriched with mineral complexes.
Features of care
Plant care has no specific features. It is necessary to provide weeding, periodic watering, as well as several fertilizing with mineral complexes during the growing season.
When watering, do not allow moisture to get on the leaf plates, otherwise burns may occur when exposed to sunlight. The recommended watering times are morning and evening hours.
Advantages and disadvantages
The advantage of growing a low-growing variety is that there is no need to provide large areas for planting. With this choice, it is possible to save time and effort, since the plant does not need pinching.
Pests and diseases
Due to its low growth and small amount of green mass, as well as the short period of fruit ripening, the variety has good resistance to most types of tomato diseases of viral and fungal origin. When growing a Red Fang tomato, you don’t have to be afraid of a disease such as late blight.
Harvest and storage
The fruits are not intended for long-term storage, so it is recommended to consume them immediately after harvest. Unripe tomatoes can be placed in a cool, dark place until they turn red.
In most cases, the plant manages to supply the required amount of nutrients and there is enough time for the fruit to fully ripen due to the short growing season. Such features lead to the fact that the number of “green” tomatoes by the end of the gardening period is insignificant.
Reviews from gardeners
Anastasia, 42 years old:
“I tried to grow the variety last year, and overall I was pleased with the taste and yield indicators. For pickling purposes, you will have to select the fruits, since some specimens grow quite long and are difficult to place in a jar. The taste of both fresh and pickled tomatoes is good.”
Irina, 53 years old:
“The variety is suitable for those who do not like tall varieties of tomatoes and do not want to waste time removing shoots. Minimum area for planting and good yield of tomatoes per season. The children liked the taste.”
