Characteristics and description of the tomato "Giant"

The name of the variety "Giant" speaks for itself. Tomatoes grow unusually large and massive, while having a pleasant taste. Gardeners successfully grow this variety in all regions of Russia.

In the middle lane, tomato farming is possible only in greenhouses, and in a warmer climate - an excellent crop is obtained even when growing the Giant in the open ground.

Characteristic

The variety is characterized by large sizes of fruits and the bush itself. The plant reaches 150 -180 cm in height.

In terms of maturity, “Giant” refers to mid-season species. From the appearance of sprouts, until the first harvest, an average of 100 days passes. The exact time depends on climatic conditions and care features.

Fruit Description

The fruits are large. The first fruits can reach a weight of 500 g, the subsequent ones weigh less, 300 - 400 g. Ripe tomatoes have a bright crimson color and a round shape. The pulp is juicy, sweet, with a small number of seeds, but at the same time quite dense.

The peel of the fruit is strong, not prone to cracking. Therefore, tomatoes are well stored and transported.

How to use the fruits

The variety is considered universal. Due to the pleasant, pronounced tomato flavor, the fruits are used fresh in salads, as well as for the preparation of juice and tomato paste. Thick sauces and ketchup based on tomatoes "Giant" are beautiful saturated color. Later, smaller, tomatoes are suitable for canning in general.

Due to its good keeping quality, tomatoes can be grown in large quantities. Storage is possible in drawers on the insulated balcony, in the closet or in the room.

Productivity

With proper care, from one bush "Giant" will be able to collect up to 10 kg of tomatoes. That is, 1 square. m of land gives a yield of up to 30 kg.

Growing Features

Seeds for seedlings are sown 3 months before transplanting to the city. In a warm climate, it is permissible to grow "Giant" in open beds. In the middle and northern strip of Russia, plants are kept in greenhouse conditions. Bushes grow large and sprawling, so they require space. When placing seedlings in the ground, 3 plants are planted per 1 sq. Km. m

During active growth and during the formation of the ovaries, it is very important to feed the plants. A mineral fertilizer containing phosphorus and potassium is suitable for this.

Important! The stem of the bush and branches with fruits must be tied to supports.

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The main care is timely watering, pinching and weed removal. The variety is resistant to the main characteristic diseases of tomatoes.

Advantages and disadvantages of the variety

Benefits:

• High yield;
• Excellent taste;
• Not prone to cracking;
• Fruits are well stored and survive transportation;
• Resistance to the main diseases of tomatoes.

Disadvantages:

• Demanding for heat and sunlight;
• It is important to observe the watering regimen;
• The trunk and branches need reliable support.

Conclusion

Grade "Giant" allows you to get a good harvest with proper care and compliance with basic recommendations. Grow large, juicy tomatoes with excellent taste under the power of each gardener. You can use tomatoes for any culinary purposes.

Reviews

Eugene, Krasnodar Territory

Grown Giant in his garden for the fifth year. I plant all the tomatoes in open ground.To the extent possible - care and fertilize. I pay much attention to watering. Harvest from the bushes The giant turns out beautiful! I use fresh tomatoes and preserve tomato paste.

Daria

Good salad grade. The taste is ordinary tomato, slightly sweet. The bushes grow sprawling, so planting is very important freely! I usually place 2-3 plants per square meter of greenhouse. I feed 2 times per season - before and during flowering. As a result, I collect an average of 7-8 kg of tomatoes from the bush.

Katerina S.

The climate is cool. Therefore, the "gigantic" is more in the bushes themselves than in the fruits. Plants grow large, tall, with a thick stem. The fruits are average, the yield is also at an average level. The taste is pleasant, we eat all the tomatoes fresh in salads.