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Many gardeners are essentially experimenters. Few people will refuse to grow a new variety of tomatoes on their plot in order to appreciate the taste of the new product. And thanks to the breeders, the choice before them is very difficult. After all, the variety of varieties is simply amazing. Some species have not only an unusual taste, but also an unusual shape and color. The yield and agricultural practices of many plant species differ significantly. One of these new products is the Banana Legs tomato variety. The name of the variety is intriguing and there is a desire to learn as much as possible about it: look at photos, read reviews of gardeners who have already grown it in a greenhouse or in open ground, compare characteristics.
Description of the variety
Despite the fact that the “Banana Legs” tomato was bred back in 1988, interest in it has not dried up to this day. And for good reason. Although it was bred by American breeders, it has become quite widespread in the southern regions, in central Russia and even in areas with a rather harsh climate.And all this is thanks to the advantages that the tomato has in full, with the complete absence of any disadvantages.
At the moment, the Banana Legs tomato is particularly popular. Determinant. It is easy to care for. Refers to mid-season varieties. In catalogs it can be found in the section of “yellow-fruited” varieties. The official name is "Banana Legs". Agricultural cultivation technology is practically no different from growing traditional varieties.
There is a slight difference when growing tomatoes in open ground and in a greenhouse. Under film or in a greenhouse, the bushes grow up to 1.5 m high. In open ground, the bushes barely reach a height of 0.8 - 0.9 m. The branches and leaves are quite thin and graceful.
Tomato ripening begins at 65-70 days. They are also distinguished by their high yield - from one bush, if you follow the growing rules, you can harvest at least 4-6 kg of tomatoes.
Characteristics of fruiting and tomato fruits
First of all, gardeners pay attention to the shape and brightness of the color of the fruit.
The shape of tomatoes is truly unusual - somewhat reminiscent of an exotic fruit. Probably, it was precisely this circumstance that played a role when the breeders chose such a bizarre name for it. But when describing the variety in online stores, the icicle shape is mainly mentioned.
The bright yellow color is a distinctive feature of Banana Legs tomatoes. Slightly unripe fruits have small flashes of soft green color that disappear as they ripen.
The plant belongs to the raceme varieties. One bunch grows from 7 to 13 tomatoes.They ripen almost simultaneously, which makes it possible not only to feed the family with delicious tomatoes with a slight hint of citrus, but also to prepare all kinds of preparations for the winter.
The weight of one tomato varies between 50-80 grams. But when growing tomatoes in a greenhouse, with excellent care and timely watering, gardeners note that the weight of the fruit can reach 110-130 grams.
The length of tomatoes also depends on growing conditions. On average they reach a size of 8-10 cm, but in greenhouses they can grow up to 12 cm.
Tomatoes of the “Banana Legs” variety differ from traditional ones in taste. Fleshy, tender pulp with a minimum of seeds - this is their feature. The skin of tomatoes is quite dense, which plays an important role when canning. The taste of tomatoes is sweet with barely noticeable sourness and a slight lemon flavor.
Tomatoes can be stored for a very long time without changing their taste. Tomatoes tolerate transportation well over long distances, provided they were harvested slightly unripe.
Pros and cons of banana legs tomato
When choosing seeds for his garden, each gardener, in addition to the characteristics, evaluates the advantages and disadvantages of any variety.
The main advantages of the Banana Legs tomato are as follows:
- High yield;
- Simple rules for planting and subsequent care;
- Bright color and unusual shape of the fruit;
- Delicate, sweetish taste with barely noticeable sourness;
- High resistance to various diseases, in particular late blight;
- Easily tolerates heat and slight drops in temperature;
- These tomatoes easily adapt to local climatic conditions;
- Equally suitable for growing in open ground and in a greenhouse;
- Can be grown without seedlings;
- High percentage of germination of tomato seeds “Banana legs” (more than 97%);
- Tolerates diving and transplanting well;
- Fruits of the same size;
- Simultaneous, friendly flowering and ripening.
With all the variety of advantages, I would like to mention one more thing - the “Banana Legs” tomato has practically no disadvantages. If any difficulties arise during cultivation, it means that the cultivation rules have not been followed. Too dense plantings or insufficient sunlight greatly affect the yield and taste of tomatoes.
Rules for planting and care
As mentioned above, the agricultural technology for growing Banana Legs tomatoes is no different from other varieties. You can grow tomatoes using either seedling or non-seedling methods, planting the seeds directly in open ground. The latter method is ideal for the southern regions and central Russia, as well as for owners of heated greenhouses.
Growing tomatoes in seedlings
For seedlings, “Banana Legs” tomato seeds are planted at least 65-70 days before the intended transplant into open ground. It is recommended to pick at the 2-3 leaf stage. Fertilizing and regular loosening of the soil are required.
When transplanting seedlings into open ground, no more than 4 plants can be planted per 1 m². You should not thicken the plantings - the lack of air and nutrients immediately affects the yield and taste of the fruit.
Growing tomatoes without seedlings
Before planting “Banana Legs” tomato seeds in open ground, you need to thoroughly loosen the soil.Fertilizing with complex mineral fertilizers should be carried out pointwise, immediately in the holes.
During the growth process, tomatoes need regular watering with warm, settled water and loosening of the soil.
With any method of growing tomatoes, it is necessary to form a bush during the growth process. To do this, leave 3-4 powerful, healthy stems. The rest need to be removed.
The characteristics of the variety indicate that the “Banana Legs” tomato does not require pinching. Nevertheless, many gardeners, from their own experience, still recommend regularly planting tomatoes immediately after the bush has formed. Otherwise, the fruits will be small, and the yield will immediately drop.
Tomatoes need to be tied up, otherwise they will simply fall under the weight of the bunches with numerous fruits.
According to numerous reviews, the Banana Legs tomato is very picky to care for. Combined with high yield, this only increases the value of this variety.
Application of fruits
“Banana Legs” tomatoes, having excellent taste, are excellent for eating fresh, as well as for preparing summer salads and slices when serving on a holiday table. When preparing salads, you need to keep in mind that tomatoes have a slight lemon flavor.
Many housewives often use tomatoes for canning, both as a whole and as a component for winter salads and lecho. When whole-fruit pickled, they reveal their refined taste.
For those who like to experiment in the kitchen, Banana Legs tomatoes can be used in the preparation of a variety of sauces, pastes and as an ingredient for gravy.They are very suitable for instant freezing of whole or sliced tomatoes, as well as for drying.
Each housewife, in accordance with the preferences of her family members, will find where and how to use these unusual, bright and incredibly tasty tomatoes.
Reviews of tomato “Banana legs”
Many gardeners who have already grown tomatoes of this variety on their plots speak very ambiguously about its characteristics. Everyone notes the high germination of Banana Legs tomato seeds and ease of care. Some plot owners note that plants of this variety bear fruit well when the following conditions are created:
- Compliance with planting rules - no more than 4 pieces per m²;
- Good lighting;
- Feeding with mineral fertilizers at the picking stage and subsequently during the growth process;
- Regular watering and loosening of the soil;
- Formation of a bush and regular pinching.
Only in this case can you count on high quality harvest.
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Conclusion
Tomato “Banana Legs”, characteristics and description of the variety, reviews, photos tell only one thing. If you love something exotic and extraordinary, want to experience new sensations and are not afraid to experiment, purchase seeds without fear and plant them on your site. You and your loved ones will definitely like the unusual shape, bright yellow color and pleasant, citrusy taste of tomatoes.
I really like these tomatoes. There is a photo in the article where the fruits are cut up on a plate. Their interior is transparent and then they become very tasty. So don’t rush to pick them from the bush when they are just yellow, wait until they turn orange. And then you will understand that tomatoes are truly delicious.
I grew Banana Legs last year. When fresh, tasteless and empty. This means it is only suitable for preservation.
And the canned stuff is crap, I didn’t like either the fresh or the salted ones, I was even upset that I was taking up space in the greenhouse, and I bought a bag of seeds for as much as a hundred rubles.
I bought Banana Legs tomato seeds from a Partner. She also shared the seeds with a relative. The tomatoes grew beautiful, but for me they are not tasty at all, but this wooden core. That's terrible. I don’t understand at all how you can advertise such a variety like that. These are the worst tomatoes I've ever planted.
I didn’t like the Banana Legs tomato: hard middle, no taste. Although the variety is productive and the shape is beautiful, it does not crack when preserved, and it looks beautiful in jars.
I agree with Vyacheslav’s comment that a tomato has a hard core, like a washcloth, which ruins everything. The tomato harvest is very large per bush, the taste of a ripe tomato is sweet, there is no sourness at all.
I tried to grow the Banana Legs variety...
The harvest is large, but the taste is so-so, none of our people liked it, and in the middle of the fruit there is some kind of hard base that is not chewable and interferes with it.