Characteristics and description of the "Barnaul Canning" tomato

Every gardener who plants tomatoes in their garden knows what they'll be used for. It's crucial to choose the right variety, one that will fully express itself in the desired dish without losing its texture or flavor.

The Barnaul Canned tomato also performs best when pickled for the winter, thus living up to its name. Thanks to the work of experienced breeders, this variety is also cold-resistant, making it safe to plant in Siberian regions. It was originally intended for cultivation in Ukraine, Moldova, and Russia.

Characteristics and description

A determinate plant. Early maturing, the period from planting to harvest is 90 to 100 days. The stems of the "Barnaul tomato" grow up to 50 cm. The leaves are small and noticeably cross-sectioned. The first inflorescence can be seen forming above the fifth leaf, with subsequent ones forming between the leaves. A single bush can yield up to 10 small, even fruits, which look good in a jar, as they won't crack under the high temperatures of canning. A ripe tomato weighs no more than 50-65 g. The fruits are red with an orange tint and have a classic spherical shape. They have two chambers and a sweet, distinctive tomato-like tartness.

Advantages of the variety

Many years of experience growing the "Barnaul tomato" have allowed us to highlight several advantages that make gardeners choose it.

• Early maturity;
• Dense structure with juicy pulp;
• Excellent for canning;
• Friendly ripening of fruits of the same size;
• Does not require garter;
• Resistant to pests and diseases;
• Transportable;
• It tolerates temperatures down to + 12 – 13 degrees, which for ordinary varieties threatens to stop development.

Growing and care

It is permissible to grow both by sowing directly into the ground, under a film cover in open ground, and in greenhouse conditions using the seedling method with or without the use of growth stimulants.

+ 25 degrees is a suitable temperature for seedling development.

Once the seedlings reach a height of more than 8 cm, it is recommended to harden them off. Simply take them out into a cool place for 15-20 minutes a couple of times a day. Provide adequate ventilation in the greenhouse.

The Barnaul Canned Tomato grows well in areas previously occupied by greens, cabbage, and carrots. The plants require little care, just a few simple rules: timely watering, regular loosening, fertilizing, and remembering to pinch out side shoots, leaving no more than three stems. When planting, the most suitable pattern is to plant no more than 7-8 plants per square meter, at a 50x40 spacing.

Reviews from those Who planted

Camilla: This isn't my first time planting "Barnaul Tomato." I usually plant them in the ground in April and begin harvesting in July. I mulch the soil to keep the fruit off the ground. I use complex mineral fertilizers to promote their development and growth. It's also proven to be a good pickling tomato, making it great for sauces. The pickled tomatoes are excellent—firm, without cracks, and without turning to mush. My family and I love them.

Glafira: I planted it for the first time in my entire dacha life. The bushes are spreading. I tie them up. I've harvested about 10 tomatoes from each one. They really do excel in pickling. They're also good fresh. I've harvested 6 kg from one square meter. My neighbors have also appreciated it and started growing it. We've been delighted by its low maintenance and pest resistance. Give it a try; you'll love it too.