Yellow Corrugated Tomato: Characteristics and Description of the Variety, Reviews, and Yield

Breeders encourage people to explore new tomato varieties by releasing new varieties annually. Now, Russian farmers are ready to use not only tomatoes from Russian breeders but also varieties that have achieved success abroad. More and more gardeners are choosing the "Yellow Ribbed" tomato variety.

The "Yellow Corrugated" tomato is truly an unusual variety. However, despite this, it doesn't require any special care. This tall plant grows in the same manner as its "brothers," but with one distinctive feature: each cluster produces an equally large number of fruits.

Description of the variety, features

This indeterminate tomato produces a long-lasting harvest. Gardeners living in warmer climates or choosing to grow the variety in greenhouses will be able to fully enjoy the delicious fruits of the Yellow Corrugated tomato. Incidentally, both growing conditions are ideal for this variety.

Tall bushes often reach two meters. However, the average height of the Yellow Corrugated tomato is 1.70 - 1.80 cm. Given these dimensions, it's not surprising that there's a risk of branch deformation. This means gardeners will have to work hard to create reliable supports and ties. Thinning will be necessary from time to time due to the large number of medium-sized leaves. Thinning will simplify tomato care, allow for quick and easy harvesting, and prevent the risk of disease.

The optimal planting density is four plants per square meter. However, many recommend planting three plants per square meter. This will allow each plant to grow freely, yielding 6 kilograms of tomatoes with each harvest.

Among the main advantages of the Yellow Ribbed variety is its ability to thrive in conditions of prolonged rainfall, without fruit cracking, and it copes well with heat.

Characteristics of fruits

Tomato fruits have distinct ribbing, most noticeable at the base. Each tomato develops on a strong, fibrous stem. Tomatoes form abundantly, equally abundant on both the lower and upper trusses. This characteristic allows the Yellow Ribbed tomato to stand out from other plants.

Each fruit turns lemon-yellow by the time it reaches full biological maturity. Weight can range from 150 to 400 grams. In warm climates, with ideal tomato care, great results can be achieved by growing true giants on the vine.

Yellow Corrugated tomatoes have a sweet flavor. They're ideal for slicing salads and are a great option for stuffing. They retain their shape during cooking.

Landing rules

It takes no more than 65 days for the Yellow Ribbed variety's seedlings to develop into strong ones. This should be taken into account when planning planting and transplanting tomatoes. The best solution for growers is to grow them using seedlings. This allows for monitoring every stage of plant development, giving gardeners confidence that the crop is 100% healthy and grown using the highest-quality materials.

The first step is to apply disinfectants and growth promoters, which will allow the tomatoes to sprout quickly and evenly. If the temperature doesn't drop below 21 degrees Celsius or exceed 27 degrees Celsius, strong sprouts will appear as early as the fifth day.

After this, it becomes necessary to control not only the temperature but also the amount of light. Many experts continue to debate which light is better for tomatoes – daylight or artificial light. Rapid growth is observed in seedlings grown on a south-facing windowsill in full sun. Its intensity is sometimes insufficient for tomatoes to develop strong, dense stems. Furthermore, the amount of light is easier to regulate with artificial sources, meaning that growing under lamps can produce equally good results.

Fertilizer can be omitted from the tomato seedling growing stage, especially if the sowing was done using a high-quality soil mixture. However, if you adhere to all the necessary growing conditions and notice slow growth, you may need to apply a small amount of a complex liquid mineral fertilizer.

Transplanting is done in dry weather, two weeks after the last frost. This allows enough time for the soil to warm up completely and allow the young plant to quickly establish itself in its new location.

Care instructions

1. Like any tall tomato, the Yellow Ribbed variety requires reliable support. This should be established within a month of transplanting.
2. The irrigation schedule depends on the quality and texture of the soil and the amount of rainfall in a given region. However, on average, one watering per week is more than enough to support vigorous tomato growth without overwatering the soil. More frequent loosening will be necessary to promote proper root development.
3. It's important to pay close attention to fertilizing, not overdoing it with nitrogen fertilizers. They promote the growth of green tomato plants. Experienced gardeners claim that Yellow Corrugated responds equally well to both commercial mineral supplements and organic materials. Therefore, these fertilizers can be applied alternately, no more than once every 10 days.
4. To protect against cold, a thick layer of grass clippings can be used. Farmers should ensure that the plant mulch is free of pesticides.

Harvesting and storage

Experts recommend eating Yellow Corrugated tomatoes immediately after harvest. However, this doesn't mean they won't keep well in storage. Picking the tomatoes a week before they reach biological maturity increases their shelf life. A harvested crop can last up to three to four weeks in storage.

Pests and diseases

The Yellow Ribbed Tomato's remarkable resistance to most major tomato diseases has made this variety a favorite for many. However, to fully utilize its defenses, it's important to provide suitable growing conditions and reduce the risk of insect infestation, which not only feed on the plant but also carry various diseases.

Reviews

Dmitry:

Two years ago, the Yellow Ribbed plant suffered severely from a viral disease. Since then, I've been unable to tidy up the area and completely disinfect it. But that hasn't stopped me from harvesting a wonderful crop from the bushes growing in the greenhouse. The yield is just as good, and caring for the plant has become even easier.

Elena:

The Yellow Ribbed variety has a truly pleasant, sweet, and rich flavor. The bushes grow vigorously, but the main advantage for me was its tolerance to heat, which often hinders the proper growth of many crops in the garden.

Victor:

I rarely visit my dacha. I was surprised that the Yellow Ribbed tomato bushes continued to actively set fruit without careful watering. The plant is strong, healthy, and lush, but it takes a lot of time to tie it up. Unfortunately, this is essential for tall tomatoes.

Tatiana:

An amazing tomato variety with an excellent ability to continue producing fruit in any weather. The key is that several plants provide a sufficient number of tomatoes. This means you can always save space for other crops.