The Goldfish tomato was developed through selective breeding. This is a type of yellow oblong tomato, similar in shape to fish. They taste sweetish and are ideal for preparing salads and winter preparations. Thanks to their yellow-orange color, they are high in carotene. In jars they look like fish in an aquarium. These tomatoes adapt well to cold climates and varied temperatures. They are not afraid of frost, rain and wind.
The description of the Goldfish tomato variety can be read on the packaging or on the website on the Internet. Knowing what this crop is, you can learn how to care for it.
More about the variety
Goldfish tomatoes are a variety of tall bushes that ripen in late summer. The description of the variety speaks about the characteristics of the fruits, leaves and root system. This variety is excellent at resisting many diseases; it is not afraid of cold weather or drought.
The variety ripens approximately one hundred days after the seeds germinate. This means that it is considered late. This crop has very tall bushes that are more than two meters long. Therefore, they need to be cut in some places and tied up.
The foliage grows quite densely, the stem is dense and thick. The inflorescences are simple. Many elongated fruits always grow on the branches. The plant always produces an excellent harvest, regardless of weather conditions and terrain.
The fruits of Goldfish tomatoes hang on the branches in clusters from top to bottom. They are not usually large, their weight is 50-100 grams. The color is yellow or pale orange. The shape is oval, elongated, with a slight point at the bottom. The taste is sweetish. The tomatoes are fleshy, juicy, with a small content of seeds, everything inside is filled tightly with pulp. They are valued precisely for their unique taste and aroma. They are ideal for lunch fresh, in a salad. But they are also used for preservation.
These tomatoes store well and do not spoil. They can be transported over long distances without fear for the integrity of the peel. Some grow them for sale specifically.
Reviews from those who planted this variety are always admiring and positive.
Yulia, 56 years old: I planted a Goldfish in the summer. This is an extraordinary variety. There was a lot of harvest. Care is very simple. And the fruits are simply delicious. Real jam. We have many small children. They can be given to them without fear of allergies.And how many vitamins! The only disadvantage we can note is that the bush is very tall, it needs to be tied up, and care must be taken to ensure sufficient lighting at all times in the greenhouse.
How to grow yellow tomatoes
This variety of tomatoes is quite easy to grow in the garden. You just need to study the nuances of planting and caring for them.
Goldfish are planted with seeds in a special container, and then wait for them to hatch. Planting begins in March or April. If the end of summer is already very cold, you can plant even earlier.
When the seeds sprout, the sprouts must be planted apart from each other in different containers.
Planting of seedlings is done in May or June, when it gets stronger and acquires multiple leaves. The soil in greenhouses is prepared in the fall, then again in the spring before planting. It needs to be dug up several times, sand, peat and other fertilizers must be added. Watering is carried out before planting.
The bushes are immediately tied with wire or rope and formed into one stem. In this case, it is necessary to trim off all unnecessary shoots so that they do not interfere with fruit setting. Nutrition should be uniform and not spread only to the foliage. Also cut off excess foliage, it interferes with the flow of light.
You can get a very large harvest of yellow fruits from the bush if you take proper care of them.
All about caring for this variety
The characteristics of tomatoes can tell you how to ensure that there is always a high yield. Those who have grown yellow tomatoes know very well that caring for them may differ from the standard.
- Tomatoes love fertile soil and high-quality fertilizing with organic and mineral fertilizers.
- Watering once a week should be mandatory, if the soil is very dry, then more often.
- It is necessary to periodically treat against harmful insects and various diseases with special solutions purchased in stores.
- The soil must be loosened constantly, while weeding out the weeds that take away nutrition from the crops.
- Always take careful care: pinching, tying, removing dried leaves, ventilation, additional lighting, control of acidity and humidity.
- This variety is designed for growing in greenhouses, but if they are grown in an open space, it is better to cover them with film at night. All tomatoes love warmth.
Rybka tomatoes are not fussy to care for, but they love good soil and quality watering. Gardeners need to remember this.
You can get a very rich harvest of Goldfish tomatoes by taking good care of them. These fruits will greatly delight lovers of yellow tomatoes. Happy harvest!
