Giant tomatoes resistant to late blight

Every gardener, whether in a greenhouse or directly in the garden, inevitably grows tomatoes. They are a beloved and popular crop, especially since varieties have now been developed for cultivation in any region. Among the favorites are the largest indeterminate tomato varieties, which, with proper care, delight with high yields. These "giants" include varietal and hybrid forms, and plants with red, yellow, and raspberry fruits.

Features of large indeterminate tomatoes

Large-fruited tomatoes are masterpieces of breeding, striking not only for their size but also for their excellent taste. These include plants producing fruits weighing 300-350 grams.

Indeterminate varieties are characterized by tall growth (over 1.5 meters), vigorous bushes, and abundant foliage. They are demanding in terms of nutrition and regular watering. If they lack moisture, tomatoes will not reach their full potential, while if they are overwatered, they will crack.

Most often, the largest fruits are formed on the first two clusters, followed by smaller tomatoes. Some gardeners pluck out excess fruit from the inflorescences to obtain larger tomatoes.

Indeterminate tomatoes require shaping and strict adherence to pinching techniques. Without shaping, they produce dense bushes with small fruits and a low yield. When choosing tomatoes for your garden, it's advisable to buy regionalized varieties and hybrids and follow the breeder's recommendations on the packages. This way, you won't be disappointed, and your tomatoes will truly grow "like in the picture."

Large-fruited indeterminate tomatoes for greenhouses

In most regions and territories of Russia, these types of tomatoes are typically grown indoors. Due to the harsh climate, it's not always possible to produce large fruits in garden beds, while greenhouses provide more comfortable conditions for the crop.

Yaroslav F1

A hybrid with the beautiful name "Yaroslav" is successfully grown indoors. This tall tomato grows to a height of one and a half meters or more. It is resistant to tomato diseases, productive, and relatively easy to grow.

The fruits begin to be harvested at 130-150 days. The tomatoes are uniform and a rich red color. It's no coincidence that this hybrid is classified as a large-fruited variety, as tomatoes reach 600-700 grams. The average fruit weight is 400 grams. The flavor is pleasant and sweet. They are primarily used for slicing and salads.

Lemon giant

Among the mid-season varieties, the Lemon Giant stands out for its round, fleshy fruits. As the name suggests, the fruit is bright yellow. The tomatoes weigh impressively, reaching up to 900-1000 grams.

Typically, the very first fruits in a cluster reach this size and weight; the rest are smaller, weighing 600-700 grams. This variety is suitable for growing in high-altitude greenhouses. The bushes grow up to 2.3-2.5 meters. The tomatoes have a unique flavor: sweet, with lemony notes.

An amateur's dream

This late-ripening tomato variety grows to approximately 1.3 meters tall. This easy-to-care-for plant will surprise you with its large tomatoes, weighing up to 600 grams. The round, juicy fruits ripen quickly at home. Uses: salads. This variety is not suitable for canning, as its skin is too thin and it is heavy.

Mazarin

Familiar to gardeners across Russia, the Mazarini variety has held its ground for many years. It's renowned for its excellent flavor and large fruits.

The tomatoes are dark crimson in color and heart-shaped. The largest fruits are on the first bunch, and with proper care, they can grow up to 800 grams. The remaining tomatoes are smaller, but still impressive in size – up to 600 grams.

This variety requires fertile soil, regular fertilizing, and proper watering. Plant 2-3 bushes per square meter, otherwise the plants will not receive enough nutrition. Its primary uses are in salads, sauces, and soups.

Confusion with the names of companies and varieties sometimes leads to gardeners receiving ordinary standard-sized tomatoes instead of large fruits.

Scorpion

This large-fruited tomato is recommended to be planted only in sheltered areas. Tall bushes grow up to 1.8 meters and should be trained into two trunks, with side branches always removed.

A demanding variety that requires attention. Experienced gardeners thrive best. The tomatoes are bright crimson and fleshy, weighing 700-800 grams each. The vines bear few, but large, fruits.

The color of the skin and flesh depends on the level of light. In high light and sunlight, the color is bright; in low light, it is slightly darker, closer to red.

Australian

An interesting variety, "Australian," is distinguished by its extended fruiting period. It belongs to the mid-season group of tomatoes; in the Moscow region and further north, it is recommended to plant the plants only in a greenhouse.

Produces large, fleshy-fleshed tomatoes. The shape is slightly flat, the skin is thin, and the flesh contains few seeds. They weigh 500 grams, but the first few clusters often produce giant tomatoes weighing 900-1000 grams.

The bush produces a small amount of fruit, but the excellent quality and weight of the tomatoes make up for it. The Australian variety is excellent in salads and is suitable for making juice and ketchup.

Bull's heart

They call it a favorite of gardeners Bull's Heart varietyIn the central regions of the country, it is grown in ridges, but in the Urals, Siberian regions, and the Northwest, planting in shelters is desirable.

This variety is productive, produces large fruits, and has excellent flavor. It ripens 120-130 days after sprouting and is undemanding in terms of nutrition. Simply provide fertile soil in the greenhouse and water it regularly, and the tomato will reward you for your care.

The fruits are uniquely shaped—heart-shaped (hence the name)—and red. Varieties with yellow and orange fruits have also been developed. Among them, the Red Bull's Heart holds the record for weight, with the first fruits reaching 600-700 grams.

The bush contains both large and small tomatoes, with the largest ones forming on the lower cluster. The taste is excellent.

King of Siberia

The list of large-fruited tomatoes includes many "royal" names. Here's another one—King of Siberia—with fleshy, delicious, bright orange tomatoes.

These giants weigh 400-500 grams and have a sweet flavor. This indeterminate variety grows up to one and a half meters and requires staking and support. This tomato was bred specifically for regions with harsh climates and is grown under cover. It produces a harvest before adverse weather conditions arrive.

Cardinal

Another representative of the "premium" class is the Cardinal tomato. It's a classic example of indeterminate tomatoes with large fruits. It grows up to two meters tall and has abundant foliage. The tomatoes are ready for harvest in 115 days, but the exact timing depends on the growing conditions.

The tomatoes are red, fleshy, and weigh 500-600 grams. They are excellent in salads and are suitable for soups, various sauces, and juices.

In addition to those listed, the following tomato varieties and hybrids are grown in greenhouses:

• Ural hero;
• Pink elephant;
• Chinese pink;
• Russian size F1.

To obtain particularly large specimens, plants are grown in a single stem and a cluster is formed.

Large-fruited indeterminate tomatoes for open-ground beds

Varieties and hybrids in this group have performed well outdoors. While growing them in the southern regions presents no particular challenges, in the central and northern regions, plants require extensive care.

They are usually trained into a single trunk to ensure all the fruits have time to form in the short summer. Side shoots are removed, and excess leaves are periodically trimmed (strictly according to the required amount). After planting the seedlings, and also at the end of summer, it is recommended to cover the tomato plants in the beds from cold and rain with non-woven material.

Abakan pink

Variety "Abakansky Pink" Developed through amateur selection, it is grown widely. It has proven itself to be excellent in harsh climates. It grows well in uncovered beds. Height: up to one and a half meters. When planted under cover, it can reach two meters or more.

It's indeterminate, but the plant isn't sprawling, rather compact. It's often trained into a single trunk, rarely with side shoots.

The tomatoes weigh up to 500-600 grams and are fleshy. They are best picked when red, as they take a long time to ripen and are not suitable for storage. The taste is excellent. The flesh is juicy and sweet when cut. The variety has been registered in the State Register of the Russian Federation since 2007.

Sprint Timer

The easy-to-grow Sprint Timer tomato variety grows up to 700 grams. They are grown in raised beds because they are tolerant of temperature fluctuations, which doesn't reduce yield.

The fruits are fleshy and deep red. Uses: juice, fresh. The bushes require staking and support.

King of the Giants

This tomato has been commercially available since 2010. During this time, it has gained the appreciation of many gardeners, who have noted its taste and large fruit size.

It grows in raised beds, although in northern regions, planting under cover is preferable. This tall tomato, up to two meters tall, is productive and requires staking. Fruits grow up to 600 grams in raised beds, while when grown under cover, they reach 800-900 grams. A fleshy interior, few seeds, and a sweet taste are the distinctive characteristics of this "royal" tomato.

They harvest up to 9 kg per square meter, and up to 12 kg in the south. The fruits are transportable and have a long shelf life.

Grandma's secret

The tall, up to 170 cm (6'6") bushes of this tomato variety require support and staking. The fruits grow large, up to 400-500 grams. There are reports of tomatoes growing to 800-1000 grams.

A mid-season, high-yielding tomato. The fruits are red, slightly ribbed, fleshy, and sweet. Tomatoes of the "Grandma's Secret" variety used in preparations (winter salads), fresh cuts, salads.

Goose egg

Recently, gardeners began growing the Siberian variety "Goose Egg." Its large oval fruits are delicious in salads and suitable for pickling and preserving in brine.

The bushes are tall, with racemose inflorescences. The lower tier produces 6-8 fruits per raceme, while the upper tier produces up to 3-4 fruits. Unlike other varieties, the tomatoes at the top grow larger.

Weight: 300-400 grams. The skin is thin and bright red. The flesh is firm and juicy. In terms of flavor, Goose Egg is comparable to many large, fleshy tomatoes. It yields up to 7-8 kg per square meter.

American Ribbed

An original variety with large ribbed fruitsProduces a high yield in beds and requires a variety of fertilizers. The fruits are ready for harvesting in 120-130 days; they are picked green and then ripened.

The color is red. This variety, despite its large tomatoes (400-500 grams), is recommended for pickling and marinating in large containers (barrels). A special feature: comprehensive disease resistance, including late blight.

Honey Savior

The Honey Spas variety has been developed for planting in uncovered beds. This tomato is productive, disease-resistant, and produces large fruits.

Tall bushes (up to 1.8 meters) produce several clusters of 500-600 gram fruits. It requires fertilizing and regular watering. With proper cultivation practices, it will reward you with a bountiful harvest even in the short northern summer.

Large-fruited indeterminate tomatoes are a favorite among gardeners. Despite the effort and labor involved in growing them, gardeners enjoy planting these giants, reaping bountiful harvests of delicious, sweet fruit.