- Authors: Kashnova E. V., Andreeva N. N., Stolbova T. M., Kotelnikova M. A. (LLC Agrofirma "Seeds of Altai")
- Year of approval: 2007
- Category: grade
- Growth type: determinant
- Appointment: fresh consumption, for whole-fruit preservation, for juice
- Ripening period: ultra early
- Ripening time, days: 70
- Growing conditions: for open ground, for greenhouses
- Bush height, cm: 40
- Leaves: small, dark green
The name of the tomato variety Caramel speaks for itself. Sweet, small, beautiful pink, fragrant cherry tomatoes are loved not only by gardeners. They are canned with pleasure, and children eat right from the garden. The variety is undemanding to grow, resistant to various tomato diseases and weather extremes.
Breeding history
The tomato was bred by the employees and breeders of the Altai Seeds agricultural firm. The Caramelka variety is recommended for cultivation throughout Russia.
Description of the variety
The variety is determinant. Ultra-early, easy to care for, has a developed root system. Tomato is grown both outdoors (preferably in the southern regions) and in greenhouses. Practice shows that on the balcony or windowsill you can also get a good harvest of cherry.
An adult tomato bush is spreading, about 40 cm high, with small dark green leaves, with complex inflorescences. During the ripening period it looks like an ornamental bush. Small, bright, beautiful, tasty cherries ripen in clusters of up to 50 pieces. Harvesting begins 70 days after planting as it becomes juicy and ripe.
The main qualities of the fruit
The average weight of a ripe fruit is 20 grams. Pink, smooth, egg-shaped cherry tomatoes in diameter up to 3 centimeters, excellent for canning whole, have an average pulp density, well stored. Their juiciness is ideal for making sauces and juices. They look original in a jar with a whole brush.
The skin is of medium density, this makes the tomato transportable.
Taste characteristics
Small dessert tomatoes Caramel are salad tomatoes, versatile in cooking. They have a very sweet taste, summer aroma, acid is not felt in them at all. Juicy pulp, beautiful deep pink color of tomatoes will decorate any dish.
Ripening and fruiting
The variety is intended for cultivation in the open field, but in a greenhouse it is also good. With proper care and adherence to the watering regime, it feels great on the balcony, in pots on the windowsill.
The first brush is formed after 6 or 7 leaves. Usually the plant produces 8 or more of them.
Yield
Tomato Caramel is fruitful. Fruiting per square meter 1.8 kg of tomatoes.
The timing of planting seedlings and planting in the ground
The variety is propagated by seedlings. Seeds are sown in the ground in the first decade of March. After 60 or 65 days, the plants are planted in a sunny location. Young bushes are brought to the greenhouse 2-3 weeks earlier. Focus on the weather conditions in your area.
The determinant type of tomato differs in a squat, low, with a powerful root seedlings. Pay attention to this when buying.
Growing tomato seedlings is an extremely important process, because it largely depends on whether the gardener can harvest at all. All aspects must be taken into account, from seedbed preparation to planting in the ground.
Landing scheme
Tomato seedlings are planted at 8-9 weeks according to the scheme 40 cm x 40 cm in open ground.At this distance from each other, each tomato will be provided with sunlight and feeding. Comfortable air temperature for plant development is not lower than + 15 ° С.
Growing and caring
The Caramelka variety does not require much attention to itself, it is independent in growth. The plant does not need to be pinned. The bush is formed in the open field from 1-2 stems, in the greenhouse - 3-4 stems.
As it grows, the tomato needs regular soil moistening, preferably with warm water.
The variety is resistant to cracking, but the amount of water when watered is better controlled.
A plant needs different micronutrients at each stage of growth. All fertilizers can be divided into two groups: mineral and organic. Folk remedies are often used: iodine, yeast, bird droppings, eggshells.
It is important to observe the rate and period of feeding. This also applies to folk remedies and organic fertilizers.
Disease and pest resistance
Features of the hybrid: unpretentious in care, resistant to fusarium wilt, mosaic virus, cladosporium.
For an environmentally friendly harvest, frequent chemical treatments should be avoided. The properties and immunity of tomato contribute to this cultivation of cherry.
It is recommended to treat tomato bushes from the Colorado potato beetle with an appropriate preparation.
Resistant to adverse weather conditions
The Caramelka variety is cold-resistant. Even in an unfavorable, cool summer, the harvest of tomatoes will, perhaps, last the ripening time. The tomato is resistant to temperature extremes, feels great in sunny places.
Growing regions
The hybrid has proven itself well in the natural conditions of the northern, Northwestern, Central, Middle Volga, Ural, East Siberian, Far Eastern and other regions.Warm weather conditions, warmed soil and air will provide a well-deserved harvest.
Review overview
Gardeners and gardeners like the Caramelka variety for its sweetness and beauty. There are many good reviews about its independent growth, minimal care.
