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It is very difficult to find a person who does not like tomatoes. Tomato gourmets believe that yellow fruits have the most exquisite taste. They are used to prepare fresh salads, purees, juices and original sauces. In this article we will get acquainted with the amazing large-fruited variety of yellow tomatoes “Lemon Giant”.
Description and main characteristics of yellow tomato
The “Lemon Giant” variety fascinates lovers of exotic tomatoes with its fruits. They are bright lemon color, beautifully shaped, large and very tasty. Therefore, after trying tomatoes for the first time, I want to grow them on my own plot. In addition, tall plants greatly enhance the area with their decorative properties.
To ensure that the result does not disappoint, before planting you need to familiarize yourself with the characteristics and agricultural technology requirements of the original large-fruited tomatoes:
- The tall variety refers to the average ripening period.
- Growing method. “Lemon Giant” tomatoes are planted both in open ground and in greenhouses. In open ground, large-fruited tomatoes are slightly smaller, but the number of fruits is greater than in greenhouse cultivation.
- The type of bush is indeterminate. The plant grows few leaves.In the greenhouse, bushes of tall, large-fruited tomatoes reach a height of 2.5 meters, so gardeners need to form stems and tie up powerful plants. For proper formation, regular pinching of bushes will be required. In open ground they will be lower, but without tying and pinching, the Lemon Giant variety may not meet the vegetable grower’s expectations.
- Fruit. Large, multi-chambered, ribbed, the weight of one tomato with good care reaches 700-900 grams. The color of the tomatoes is rich lemon yellow. The pulp is not watery, but juicy and sweet, with hints of lemon flavor. The skin of tomatoes is strong, but not dense, thanks to it the fruits do not crack. Green tomatoes “Lemon Giant” ripen at room temperature without losing their taste.
- The nutritional value is high. The fruits contain sufficient amounts of vitamin C and beta-carotene to nourish the human body. The variety is useful in the diet, for vitamin deficiency and colds.
The general parameters of tall, large-fruited tomatoes help to assess the capabilities of the site and the summer resident for growing the crop. But besides these indicators, it is important to know all the pros and cons of the original variety.
Advantages and disadvantages of tomato
In addition to the description, photos and recommendations of the manufacturer, the main source of information about the variety is considered to be reviews from vegetable growers. Those who grew this variety on their plot highlight the following advantages:
- large fruit, very pleasant taste and aroma of tomatoes;
- high stable yield with proper care;
- nutritional value of tomatoes;
- good keeping quality and transportability of large-fruited tomatoes;
- Plants rarely get sick if given enough attention.
Gardeners also note some disadvantages of large-fruited tomatoes, although it would be easier to attribute them to varietal characteristics:
- Demanding requirements of a tall tomato to the watering regime. Nightshades are sensitive to the quality and quantity of moisture. Therefore, to get a good harvest, you have to water the large-fruited tomato variety correctly.
- Dietary requirements. The large-fruited Lemon Giant tomato will not show its qualities without proper nutrition. Gardeners should familiarize themselves with the variety’s fertilizing schedule in advance.
- Demanding on soil fertility. On poor land, a tall tomato will not be able to demonstrate varietal large-fruit and productivity. The tomatoes will be smaller in size and the number of fruits on the bush will be significantly lower.
If we look at the shortcomings from a different angle, we can say that these are the usual requirements of elite tomatoes. To get extraordinary fruits, you have to work hard.
Agricultural technology for growing seedlings
Tomatoes of mid-season large-fruited varieties are recommended to be grown in seedlings, especially in regions with a cool climate.
Do not use fresh seeds for sowing. Take 2-3 years old to increase germination percentage.
The sowing date is determined by several criteria:
- climatic features of the region;
- weather conditions of the current year;
- date of expected planting in the ground;
- recommendations of the lunar sowing calendar.
Usually this is the period of the first half of March.
The second important action with planting material is disinfection.Seeds of tall tomatoes are kept in a solution of potassium permanganate or hydrogen peroxide for 10-15 minutes. Then they dry and begin sowing.
Prepare fertile soil and containers in advance. The soil and containers must also be disinfected before sowing the seeds of tall tomatoes. If it is not possible to prepare the soil mixture yourself, then it is safer to buy ready-made soil in a specialized store. It should be light so that tomato seedlings do not suffer from stagnant moisture. After all, the yield of the large-fruited variety “Lemon Giant” directly depends on the quality of grown tomato seedlings.
The containers are filled with soil mixture, the top layer is leveled and grooves are made 2 cm deep. Seeds of tall, large-fruited tomatoes are placed in them and sprinkled with soil. It is advisable to moisten the soil in advance so as not to water after sowing the seeds. You just need to lightly spray the grooves with water from a spray bottle, protecting the seeds of large-fruited tall tomatoes from being washed out.
Now you need to cover the containers with film to maintain humidity and the desired temperature. The ideal temperature for the germination of tall, large-fruited Lemon Giant tomatoes is considered to be 24°C - 25°C.
As soon as the first sprouts appear on the soil surface, the container is transferred to a place with good lighting.
Caring for tomato seedlings consists of watering, nutrition, picking and prevention.
Seedlings of large-fruited tomatoes can be planted twice. In this way, they stimulate the formation of a powerful root system in tall varieties of tomatoes. The first time the procedure is carried out in the unfolding phase of the first pair of true leaves. Tomato seedlings are replanted after 2 weeks.
Planting tall tomatoes in a greenhouse is scheduled for the second decade of May. Pre-install trellises for gartering tall, large-fruited “Lemon Giant” tomatoes. Plants are planted in a permanent location according to the recommended scheme. No more than 3 bushes of large-fruited tomatoes are placed on 1 square meter of area.
Caring for adult tomatoes
Regardless of where large-fruited tall “Lemon Giant” tomatoes are grown, they require shaping, gartering and pinching.
Plants are formed into 1-2 stems. For open ground, the formation of 2 stems is suitable; in greenhouses, it is better to form one. This helps avoid crowding of tall plants. The lower leaves and side shoots are removed.
It is necessary to tie up plants. The large-fruited, tall variety "Lemon Giant" is famous for its yield, so the stems need help in holding the clusters.
Fertilizing for tall, large-fruited varieties is necessary. It is necessary to apply complex mineral fertilizers three times during the growing season. Nitrogen components can be introduced with organic compounds, potassium - with the help of wood ash. Additionally, the bushes are sprayed on the leaves with a complex of microelements.
Pinching is another agrotechnical nuance for those who want to get very large fruits. It allows you to regulate the yield of large-fruited tall tomatoes of the Lemon Giant variety. After the third cluster, the shoot is pinched, and no more than 2 fruits are left in the cluster. In this case, the tomatoes grow to gigantic sizes.
Watering is plentiful, but not frequent. Take warm water and water it in the evening.
Pests and diseases
The large-fruited variety “Lemon Giant” is famous for its resistance to viral and fungal infections, verticillium, and fusarium. Preventative tillage of the soil before planting will help protect plants from diseases even more reliably. In the greenhouse, the soil is disinfected with a solution of potassium permanganate, Fitosporin, and copper sulfate. This procedure will also help reduce the number of pest larvae that harm large-fruited Lemon Giant tomatoes - cutworms, whiteflies. In case of insect infestation, insecticides or folk compositions are used.
It is important to maintain humidity and temperature conditions indoors to prevent problems from occurring.
Reviews
“Lemon Giant” tomatoes are a very popular and favorite variety of vegetable growers, so they willingly share their reviews and photos.
