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Tomato varieties of Dutch selection are now well known throughout Russia and abroad, for example, in Ukraine and Moldova, where they are successfully grown. Some well-known varieties and hybrids are among the top twenty most popular due to their durability, vigor, and high yield. Let's talk in more detail about how they differ from domestic varieties, why they are popular, and present to our readers the best Dutch tomatoes that may end up on your table.
Features of varietal tomatoes from the Netherlands
Nowadays, on store shelves you can find many varieties and hybrids of tomatoes from various manufacturers. A fairly large market share belongs to companies from the Netherlands, for example, Nunhems, Seminis, Syngenta, Bejo. Among imported seeds, they are undoubtedly the leaders.
As an edible crop, tomatoes were not used in Europe until the 18th century, although they were brought from America two and a half centuries before that. As for the Netherlands, despite the heat-loving culture, it quickly took root in this country. Very often, it is for this reason that our gardeners choose Dutch tomato varieties.The Netherlands is a country with a minimum number of sunny days a year, there is very frequent rain, so when crossing, breeders try to develop varieties and hybrids that are resistant to such conditions.
Among the Dutch tomatoes there are both those that can be grown in greenhouses, and those intended for open ground. However, do not delude yourself: for each specific hybrid or variety it is necessary to withstand the conditions for which it was bred. Resistance to diseases is a huge advantage, but many domestic tomatoes tolerate most diseases and viruses well, which makes them no less popular.
For some, ripening time and taste are important, but for others, the safety of tomatoes, the ability to transport them, or even quality such as the height of the bush and the difficulty of caring for the plant are considered more important.
If you buy seeds of hybrids or varieties in a store, make sure that the information on the packaging is translated into Russian. Important information:
- tomato disease resistance;
- ripening period of tomatoes;
- size of plant and fruit;
- yield per bush or square meter;
- use and taste.
Since competition in the market today is great, new greenhouse farms are built every year, experts advise from time to time to try new breeding products, including imported tomatoes.
Review of the best varieties of tomatoes
Let's look at the most popular Dutch tomatoes in Russia today. They are found on the shelves of most gardening stores.Some gardeners generally do not pay attention to them, believing that imported products are not suitable for growing in our conditions. This statement is incorrect.
Below is a short table of the main parameters, which is very convenient to navigate. A detailed description of these hybrids and varieties is given below.
Table
Name of variety/hybrid | Ripening time, in days | Tomato bush growth type | Fruit size, in grams | Productivity, in kilograms per square meter |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Bobcat F1 | late, 130 | determinant | up to 225 | maximum 6.2 |
F1 President | early, 68-73 | indeterminate | 200-250 | 15-21 |
Shakira F1 | early ripening | indeterminate | 220-250 | 12,7 |
mid-early, 90-100 | determinant | 180-200 | 5,7 | |
Rio Grande | late ripening, 120-130 | determinant | 70-150 | 4,5 |
Big Beef F1 | early, 73 | indeterminate | up to 330 | 10-12,4 |
Crystal F1 | mid-season, 100-120 | determinant | 130-150 | up to 12.7 |
Skif F1 | mid-early, 90-103 | determinant | 150-220 | 12-16 |
Jaguar F1 | early ripening, 73 | determinant | up to 180 | 10-12,4 |
It is distinguished by its high growth vigor, but it will not be possible to collect seeds from such tomatoes for further cultivation.
Bobcat
The late-ripening hybrid "Bobcat" is intended for cultivation in open and protected ground. Most often it is grown for making tomato paste and sauces. The tomatoes are fleshy, red in color and have good taste. They are well stored, transported over long distances, shelf life is 10 days. The hybrid is resistant to verticillium and fusarium.
The president
The Dutch hybrid "President" is one of the five best varietal tomatoes for growing in Russia. This is no coincidence.It is successfully grown both in open ground and in greenhouses. It is resistant to a whole range of diseases, so it is appropriate to purchase it for chronically contaminated soil in greenhouses and film shelters.
The tomato bush requires care: pinching, shaping. If everything is done correctly, the yield will be very high. Another advantage of the hybrid is the excellent taste of the tomatoes. Every breeder dreams of breeding such a tasty tomato. The skin of the fruit is dense, which prevents cracking. Such a product can be sold as a high-class product.
Shakira
One of new products Russian market. The new hybrid is presented with fleshy tomatoes with excellent taste. The skin is dense, the tomatoes do not crack. It is imperative to shape the plant and plant it.
Tomato seeds should be sown in early March; they do not require soaking or disinfection. They sprout together, each bush reaches one and a half meters.
Polbig
The Polbig hybrid is represented by early-ripening tomatoes with excellent taste. It grows well both in open sunny areas and in greenhouses. The bush is determinate, of limited growth, so caring for the plant is not very difficult. Three months after the appearance of the first shoots, you can count on a rich harvest.
The tomato hybrid is resistant to fusarium and verticillium. The fruits do not crack, are easily transported, and have an excellent presentation. Tomatoes can be consumed fresh, in salads, or for canning.
Rio Grande
When describing the best varieties of tomatoes, one cannot help but recall Rio Grande.This versatile variety is represented by small oval red tomatoes. He is somewhat afraid of significant temperature changes, so the greatest success in yield can be achieved if the seeds are planted in the southern regions. The germination rate there is so high that you can sow tomatoes directly in open ground without using the seedling method. The “Rio Grande” variety can also be grown in film shelters.
The tomato variety is resistant to major diseases, ripens for quite a long time, but its taste will not leave anyone indifferent. Tomatoes do not crack, they can be transported and stored for a long time due to their thick skin. Universal use. Preservation of this variety is convenient because the size of the tomato fruit is small.
A good video about this tomato variety:
Big Beef
Many Russian gardeners are familiar with the Big Beef tomato hybrid, which was given to us by Holland. It is early ripening, ripens in just 73 days, and the yield is extremely high. The bush is of an indeterminate growth type, tall, and needs to be pinched and tied up. Since it is quite spreading, you should not plant more than 4 tomato seedlings per square meter.
Tomato fruits are bright red in color; the very term “beef” in the name indicates the meatiness of the fruit. Taste is good and can be used universally. The hybrid has achieved particular popularity due to the fact that it is resistant to most dangerous diseases and viruses, including Fusarium, Verticillium, nematode, Alternaria, TMV, and gray leaf spot. Can be grown if there are soil problems.
Crystal
A very resistant tomato hybrid with high growth vigor. The tomatoes are dense and resistant to cracking.Since the bush is indeterminate, its growth is unlimited. At the same time, the bush itself is not very tall. When caring, you will need to tie up and prun the plant. Designed for cultivation both in open and closed ground.
Hybrid "Crystal" is resistant to cladospirosis. The fruits of this variety are medium in size, have good taste, and are used mainly for salads and fresh. Some gardeners believe that this particular tomato hybrid has a pleasant taste, but it does not have enough sweetness. As you know, there are no comrades for taste and color.
Scythian
The tomato hybrid “Skif”, which is good in terms of a whole range of qualities, is well known to Russian summer residents. It is intended for cultivation both in open and in closed ground. The tomato is resistant to nematodes, verticillium and fusarium.
Despite the fact that tomatoes have a pleasant aroma and excellent taste, they are used mainly for salads and fresh. The bush is compact, seedlings can be planted compactly, 6-7 pieces per square meter. Tomatoes are of excellent commercial quality; with high yields, they can be grown on an industrial scale. Professionals harvest at least 5 kilograms of excellent tomatoes from one bush.
Jaguar
Jaguar is a hardy tomato hybrid with a short growing season. Just 73 days after the appearance of the first shoots, you can harvest a rich harvest of the highest quality. The main advantage is its high growth vigor and resistance to a large number of diseases: nematode, verticillium, TMV, fusarium. Due to the fact that the hybrid ripens very quickly, it is not afraid of late blight.
You can use tomato fruits in any way you like: they are tasty, can be pickled and salted, and are used for processing and juices.The commercial qualities of the hybrid are also high.
In order to finally understand the question of whether Dutch tomato seeds, you need to consider the reviews of those summer residents who have grown them more than once.
Reviews from gardeners about varieties and hybrids from Holland
Dutch tomato varieties are distinguished by high resistance to diseases. Our brief review pointed to this fact. That is why they are often preferred by greenhouse owners. Soil cultivation in film and glass greenhouses is a big problem. When growing tomatoes, they are often alternated with cucumbers to avoid contamination.
Conclusion
Of course, tomato seeds from Holland are now distributed throughout the country and are very popular. This is due to the fact that agricultural companies from this country work for the Russian market, while having extensive experience in the field of breeding. Try to follow the growing conditions, and the harvest will delight you!
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