In the assortment of large-fruited tomatoes, there are many varieties. They are classified, focusing on the type of bush growth, ripening time, place of cultivation.
Tall plants are called indeterminate, and stunted are determinant. The latter are distinguished by lower productivity and unpretentious care. Crops that are not limited in growth need a garter, but at the same time they can produce more large fruits.
In this article we talk only about large tomatoes, you can also read about 64 of the best varieties of tomatoes, where it is written about different species in the regions for open ground, greenhouses.
Advantages and disadvantages of large tomatoes
To large are tomatoes, the mass of which exceeds 150 grams. Among the benefits also distinguish tasty and fleshy flesh. In cold regions, low-growing varieties are most often planted. For planting in warm regions, quite a lot of mid-season varieties are intended. When growing, you must consider the following nuances:
- In order for large bushes to fully form, they need to be fed and watered regularly.
- Shoots need support. Otherwise, they will break under weight. Due to the thin brittle shell, transportation and storage difficulties may arise.
- Excessive moisture can cause cracking of the skin.
If all the rules are observed when caring for the plant, the yield will be quite high. The list of benefits also includes good taste and commercial demand.
The disadvantages of large-fruited crops include:
- late ripening;
- demanding care;
- the need to provide protection against drafts and strong winds.
Sweet large indeterminate varieties of tomatoes for greenhouses
This category includes varieties, among the characteristic features of which distinguish increased productivity and tallness. The stems reach 2.2 m, which entails the need for their pinching and tying. The greatest number of fruits is formed on the first three hands.
Mazarin
Vegetables with impressive parameters, heart-shaped, raspberry color and good taste.
From 1 m² you can get up to 20 kg.
Cardinal
Characterized by juiciness and a bright red tint.
The variety is mid-season, the weight of one vegetable can reach 1 kg.
Scorpio
It differs in mid-season. The intensity of the pink hue depends on the degree of illumination.
Tomatoes are formed on two stems, the height of the latter does not exceed 1.8 m.
Ural hero
The weight of pink-raspberry tomatoes varies from 500 to 800 g.
They are characterized by a heart shape and good taste.
Delishes
He was brought to the United States. The distinctive features include a large concentration of sugar, a pleasant aroma, great taste, lack of a hard core and voids.
The plant is resistant to low temperatures, aridity, fungal diseases.
Königsberg
In the State Register since 2005. Tall crops produce abundant crops. On sturdy stems there are many fruit brushes. The mass of one elongated red tomato is about 300 g. From 1 m², 10-17 kg are obtained. In favorable conditions, the indicator increases to 20 kg.
The variety is resistant to temperature extremes, drought and late blight. Additional advantages include the absence of problems with transportation and keeping quality.
Big Dipper
Early or medium early. Very large fruits (200-500 g).
Universal variety, can be grown in open ground. In the greenhouse grows up to 2 m.
Sweet large indeterminate tomatoes for open ground
To form such varieties is necessary in one or two stems. When pinching, leave a small stump, which does not allow a new branch to grow in this place.
Bear Paw
One of the most sought after. The height of a branchy bush is not more than 1.7 m, the weight of sweet pinkish-red tomatoes is up to 900 g.
An early ripe variety needs to be stepsoned. In cold climates it is best grown in a greenhouse.
Goose egg
Unpretentious plants giving oval fruits. The weight of each of them does not exceed 300 g. The culture grows to 1.5 m.
To get a plentiful harvest, timely removal of stepsons is required.
Grandma's Secret
From 1 m² you can get from 15 to 18 kg. On the stems are several brushes. Each gives fruit weighing at least 900 g.
King of the giants
Thanks to the dense shell, these tomatoes can be easily transported. Productivity - up to 27 kg from 1 m².
Bull heart
To get sweet juicy vegetables, minimal care is required.
The weight of one tomato varies from 300 to 500 g. Spreading bushes are large in size.
Russian size
Late ripening. The height of the stems is 1.6 m, juicy red tomatoes are distinguished by good taste.
Fruits reach a weight of 0.5-1 kg. Sustainable variety.
Sprint timer
The yield of this variety is from 8 to 10 kg per plant, the weight of the fruit is not less than 800 g.
The variety is adapted to changing climatic conditions.
Indeterminate beef tomatoes for greenhouses and open ground (universal)
Large-fruited universal varieties are popular among gardeners. To grow them, you must follow all the rules of care.
Black elephant
On the shelves you can see not only red vegetables. Many prefer black-fruited varieties. This variety is included in the State Register. These indeterminate cultures are characterized by mid-ripening.
Among the distinguishing features are large leaves. Many ovaries, brushes of impressive size. The duration of the fruiting period depends on climatic conditions.
King of Siberia
Particular attention is paid to this variety. Vegetables can be grown in any region. The variety is appreciated for its interesting taste, aromatic flesh and large size. The fruits have a strong root system, strong stems, a small number of leaves.
Heart-shaped tomatoes have a pronounced ribbing. The mass of each of them is about 400 g. Color varies from light yellow to bright orange. The risk of developing fungal diseases in plants is minimal.
Large determinant varieties of tomatoes
Low-growing tomatoes are ranked in this category. Their productivity is markedly reduced. When choosing a variety, they are guided by the place of planting. The list of the most popular includes the following cultures.
Miracle of the earth
This mid-season variety can be planted in any climate zone. The height of the bush reaches 1 m, each of the flattened round tomatoes weighs no more than 700 g. A characteristic feature is the raspberry color of the fruit.
Productivity varies from 12 to 20 kg / m². Vegetables are resistant to negative environmental factors. However, they may suffer from tobacco mosaic and brown spotting.
Alsou
The height of the bush does not exceed 80 cm. It is distinguished by early ripeness, resistance to low temperature conditions, meatiness, good taste.
Red kidney-shaped vegetables have a thin glossy shell. One fruit can weigh from 300 to 800 g. There are few leaves, there are no difficulties with transportation and storage.
The Tsar Bell
The result of amateur selection, appeared in the State Register in 2005. Among the features are mid-ripening, powerful shoots, a heart-shaped form, a dark red hue.
Productivity - from 10 to 18 kg from 1 m². Low heat resistance.
Nobleman
Height - no more than 70 cm, powerful stems, heart-shaped fruit shape. The latter are characterized by weak ribbing. From 1 m² you can collect 30 kg.
Raspberry giant
Plant height does not exceed 1 m, mature tomatoes weigh about 700 g. From one bush receive from 12 to 15 kg. The culture tolerates temperature changes.
The likelihood of damage by fungi or other pathologies with proper care is completely absent.
Openwork
Universal mid-early variety, resistant to lack of moisture and high temperature conditions. The weight of one tomato is 400 g.
Subject to all agricultural standards, the yield will exceed 30 kg / m². These vegetables are often grown for sale.
Pudovik
The variety was obtained during folk selection. Heart-shaped tomatoes weigh 900 g. Fruits located on the lower hands can achieve more impressive indicators.
There is no need for pinching. The height of the bush is from 1.2 to 1.5 m.
Large hybrid varieties of tomatoes
These are varieties bred by breeding. They retain the best qualities of parental species, but can grow in more difficult conditions.
Ural
Tomatoes intended for cultivation in this region.
The plant is most often planted in a greenhouse. Differs in branching and high productivity. Fruits - up to 400 g.
Krasnobay
Mid-season, characterized by high productivity.
The fruits are distinguished by a large round shape (500 g). The advantage is the presence of many ovaries.
Handbag
A hybrid is a greenhouse crop.
It is characterized by early ripening, a high stem and an impressive weight of fleshy tomato.
Cavalcade
It can be grown both in a greenhouse and in open ground.
The latter is possible only in the southern regions. The mass of one vegetable is more than 150 g.
Gilgal
Tall, medium early. Productivity reaches 35 kg / m².
Volgograd
Early hybrid giving sweetish tomatoes.
They are distinguished by a strong skin, due to which resistance to external mechanical stress is increased.
The best large super-determinant varieties of tomatoes
These cultures are considered the most unpretentious. Their height does not exceed 50 cm. The assortment contains early and ultra-ripe varieties. Bushes in most cases do not need pinching and tying. Among the most common distinguish the following varieties.
Pink stella
Soil medium early variety whose brushes are laid through leaf blades. From 4 to 6 large heart-shaped and pepper-shaped fruits are formed on each.
They are characterized by raspberry pink color, fleshy pulp and a lot of sugar.
Demidov
The ripening period lasts 108-114 days. Flower brushes occur after the appearance of several leaves.
Rounded tomatoes are distinguished by ribbing, raspberry-pink color, dense pulp, attractive appearance and excellent taste. Each weight is from 80 to 160 g.
Blizzard
The variety is zoned in Siberia and the Urals. The bush does not need to be stepson.
On the hands, scarlet rounded fruits are formed. The weight of each of them is from 60 to 120 g. From one plant you can get about 2 kg.
Broody
The culture was added to the State Register in 2009. To get a plentiful harvest, no more than 5 bushes are placed per 1 square meter.
The weight of red vegetables varies from 100 to 150 g. They are characterized by a rounded shape.
The best large tomatoes for Moscow region
These territories are located in the zone of temperate continental climate. This is evidenced by a pronounced seasonality. Gardeners should consider that summer in this area is warm and winter is not too cold. The main feature is a steady snow cover.
For greenhouses
Salad varieties grown in greenhouse conditions are often unsuitable for canning. The following varieties are present in the list of checked.
De barao
Their ripening occurs in August and September. The height of the bush is more than 2 m. The plant is characterized by increased resistance to late blight.
Oval vegetables can have a different color, the skin is thin, the pulp is juicy. Their weight is from 70 to 90 g, but can reach 400 g. Productivity - 4-20 kg per 1 m².
Evangelism
An early ripe hybrid growing up to 1.8 m. To get a plentiful harvest, you need to regularly feed, tie and pinch bushes.
The ripening period is 100 days.
Nevsky
Vegetation of this variety lasts for three months.
The bushes are stunted, resistant to late blight. The weight of one round tomato is from 45 to 60 g.
Bull heart
Large tomatoes belonging to medium late varieties.
Its advantages include large size, meatiness, juiciness and a heart-shaped form.
Pink honey
Heart-shaped large fruits, characterized by a pink-raspberry hue.
Tomatoes grown on the lower hands weigh between 500 and 600 g.
Japanese black truffle
The culture is considered exotic. Pear-shaped tomatoes. Ripe tomatoes have a reddish-brown color and tasty pulp, reach 250 g. The variety is resistant to late blight.
Outdoor crops
In the absence of a greenhouse, tomatoes are planted in the soil. To achieve a good harvest, you can use the following varieties.
White filling
Tomatoes got their name because of the whitish color. The height of the bushes is up to 70 cm. The weight of the fruit is from 80 to 130 g.
Another distinguishing feature is the pleasant aroma. Tomatoes are used for making juice, salads and preserves.
The sultan
A hybrid variety that is often planted in the suburbs.
Variety adapted to harsh climatic conditions. Vegetables ripen within 70 days.
Fitous
Belong to mid-season varieties. The growing season lasts 3.5 months. Compact crops grow up to 50 cm.
Oval red tomatoes are characterized by good taste and attractive appearance. The variety is not exposed to fungal diseases.
Oak
Early ripening, undersized variety. The shape of the fetus is rounded flattened, color red.
Weight is about 100 g. Tomato is resistant to major diseases of tomatoes.
Tamara
Early ripening variety with large fruits. There is no need for pinching. The culture is characterized by high productivity, tasty meaty flesh.
Such vegetables are consumed both fresh and processed.
Sanka
Ultra early grade. Plants no higher than 60 cm. Garter and pinching of the bush is optional.
The characteristic features include tomato flavor, bright red color and fleshy flesh. The fruits grow to 150 g.
Explosion
Plant height reaches 60 cm.
Tomato is resistant to root and vertex rot. The mass of bright red tomatoes is about 100 g.
Otradny
A stunted early ripe variety that is planted in open ground.
The growing season lasts 102 days. Rounded red vegetables weigh about 70 g.
Mr. Dachnik recommends: author's varieties of tomatoes
Over their creation, breeders worked for 25 years. Thanks to their efforts, all taste traditions and characteristics were improved. Among the most popular varieties, the following are distinguished.
Orange heart
Greenhouse plants ripening three months after planting in the ground. The height of the bush usually does not exceed 1.5 m.
Stepsoning is a must. The weight of one tomato is 150 g.
Glad
The culture is adapted to various climatic conditions.
Harvest spets for 110 days. The plant is characterized by an average height (0.6 m). Bushes need a garter.
Black baron
Sugar fruits, characterized by a dark color.
Due to the spreading, the plant is tied to a support.
Varieties should be selected, taking into account their purpose. For salads, one variety is chosen, and for canning others. Before landing, it is necessary to correlate their requirements with the conditions that the summer resident can provide. In open ground, it is recommended to plant plants that are not distinguished by tallness. This is due to their resistance to external influences and early ripening of vegetables.
