Cascade Lava Tomato: Variety Description, Reviews, Photos

Tomatoes

Choosing a tomato variety for successful cultivation and a bountiful harvest is a truly challenging task for many farmers. The Cascade Lava tomato variety, bred by Brad Gates, is ideal for intensive cultivation in Russia.

Many gardeners understand the importance of choosing high-quality tomato varieties for their subsequent cultivation. Recently, the diversity of tomatoes has surprised not only novices but also experienced growers. For example, the Cascade Lava tomato variety, which is included in Brad Gates' selection, deserves special attention from those seeking a decent harvest.

Description and characteristics of the variety

Fact! Cascade Lava is a mid-season, tall-growing tomato variety that can be grown in greenhouses and open ground in Russia. This indeterminate plant can successfully grow up to 1.8 meters tall, necessitating staking and pinching. The experience of many gardeners confirms that the best yields are achieved by training tomato plants with 2-3 stems.

The main differences between Cascade Lava tomatoes:

Usually, ripe fruits are round or oval in shape, which can sometimes be irregular;
red skin with golden specks;
weight is 100-160 grams.

Please note! By choosing the Cascade Lava variety, which is just becoming popular in Russia, you can expect to harvest over 4 kilograms of fruit from a single plant.

Advantages and disadvantages of the variety

The Cascade Lava tomato is just gaining popularity, but it boasts numerous important advantages:

high yield level, which distinguishes this variety from many others;
the fruit size is average, and it is almost never possible to obtain small tomatoes;
the possibility of carrying out care using standard agricultural techniques, but at the same time, tying to a support and working with stepchildren is mandatory;
obtaining beautiful ripe tomatoes that surprise with their color and shape;
impeccable taste characteristics and versatility of tomatoes for culinary purposes.

The Cascade Lava tomato variety is becoming increasingly popular among many Russian gardeners. Moreover, this variety has virtually no drawbacks if properly cultivated. The only caveat is the risk of malformed fruits, but even this won't spoil their appearance.

Rules for growing the variety

Initially, seeds are sown in shallow boxes about 10 centimeters high. Allow the added soil to settle, otherwise the seeds will be planted too deeply. It is recommended to sow tomato seeds at a depth of 2-3 centimeters and in holes 3-4 centimeters apart. Watering is permitted before and after sowing.

Tomato seedlings can be transplanted to their permanent location only after they have developed a strong root system, the first cluster with a pair of leaves, and have grown to 40 centimeters. It is advisable to transplant tomatoes to carefully selected sites that receive good sunlight and are protected from the wind.

It's important to note that even less fertile soil is suitable for tomatoes, but sandy loam and loamy soils are preferable. In low-fertility soils, it's common to add compost or humus in the fall to improve their composition.

When planting tomato seedlings, maintain the following spacing: 60-70 centimeters between rows and 30-40 centimeters between plants. Tall tomatoes can be planted at 3-4 plants per square meter. This planting pattern is ideal for the successful development of the vegetable crop and a bountiful harvest.

Care should be comprehensive:

regular watering (1-2 times a week) at the roots early in the morning or in the evening using warm water;
soil mulching;
weed removal;
Fertilizer application: phosphorus-potassium, micro mixtures with boron and magnesium, organic.

This comprehensive care increases the chances of a successful harvest. You can then harvest ripe Cascade Lava tomatoes, which will delight you with their attractive appearance and long shelf life.

Reviews

Sofia:

"Cascade Lava is one of the best tomato varieties for both beginner and experienced gardeners. Although it's relatively new to Russia, it's clearly deserving of its popularity. I can attest to its particularly impressive yields with proper care."

Marina:

"I really love gardening. Incidentally, I'm not at all afraid of experimenting with vegetables. So, I tried growing the Cascade Lava variety last summer. Standard farming techniques allowed me to get a truly impressive harvest in a minimal amount of time."

Yuri:

"Cascade Lava is an amazing tomato variety. Easy care allows for a flawless harvest. Even a beginner can grow delicious and healthy tomatoes. The most important thing is to monitor the health of the tomatoes and carry out all care procedures promptly."

Peter:

"The Cascade Lava variety is just gaining popularity among Russian gardeners. However, I've been able to appreciate the impeccable taste and genuine health benefits of these tomatoes for just two years growing them."