Characteristics and description of the Italian Spaghetti tomato

The "Italian Spaghetti" variety is a mid-early variety. The fruits are small and have an interesting elongated shape. Gardeners in the southern regions of Russia grow these tomatoes outdoors.

In the central and northern zones, it is better to plant plants in a greenhouse.

Characteristic

A tall variety, the bushes reach 2 m in height. The bush has relatively few leaves. The cluster is complex. Each plant produces 5-8 clusters with 5-10 fruits.

Description of fruits

Ripe tomatoes have a rich red color. The fruit is elongated, with a pointed tip. They weigh an average of 100-150 g and reach a length of 15 cm. The flesh is firm and dense, with a pleasant but subtle tomato flavor. The fruits contain relatively few seeds.

Features of cultivation

Sow seeds for seedlings two months before planting. For seed germination and normal plant development, temperatures of 23–25°C (73–77°F) are required.

No more than four bushes are planted per square meter of soil. When planting in a greenhouse, consider the height of the plants—they need space. The best results are achieved by training each bush with 1-2 stems.

Italian Spaghetti tomatoes require regular watering and respond well to periodic feeding with a complex mineral fertilizer.

Advantages and disadvantages of the variety

Advantages:

•         High yield;
•         The fruits can be stored for a long time;
•         Ripening does not affect the taste;
•         Versatile – consumed fresh and canned.

Flaws:

•         May be susceptible to late blight.

Conclusion

The "Italian Spaghetti" tomato has proven itself to be an excellent pickling variety. The fruits remain firm and compact even in brine. They have excellent shelf life and retain their flavor even when ripened. The plants are easy to care for, and even a novice gardener can reap a bountiful harvest.

Reviews

Daria, Moscow region

I grew these tomatoes in a greenhouse. They grew well and looked beautiful. I can't comment on their shelf life or storage. Canned, however, they were delicious!

Olga

The tomatoes grew like a picture: dense, long, with no gaps and practically no seeds. On average, there were 30-45 tomatoes per plant. I consider that a good harvest. The plants weren't diseased, and I harvested them in mid-September.

Tatiana

For me, these are the best tomatoes for pickling! Firm, bright red, not sweet or sour. They pair perfectly with spices. I've been growing "Italian Spaghetti" for three years now and plan to continue.