In our time, it is impossible to imagine a vegetable garden and a plot where tomatoes do not grow. Moreover, each gardener chooses a certain variety for himself, of which there are a large number at the moment. Naturally, it is impossible to single out any special variety. But in this article, attention will be paid to the variety, whose name is De Barao.

Moreover, this variety has its own varieties:

  • the black;
  • red;
  • pink;
  • royal;
  • gold;
  • Orange;
  • giant.

History of the origin of the variety

The variety was created in Brazil; it was brought to Russia in the nineties. Due to its variety and good taste, it quickly became popular among the population.

De Barao tomato variety grows at least three meters in height, while such a height is not the limit. The plant can grow even higher. Tomatoes are planted both in the greenhouse and in the open field. The ripening time of tomatoes is average. You can harvest fruits from a plant in one hundred and fifty days.

Characteristics and features of De Barao tomato

De Barao black

Regardless of what kind of tomato the gardener prefers to grow, you need to know the description of its characteristics and features.

Tomato De Barao black

The plant bush itself grows tall and powerful. Up to ten brushes grow along the entire height of the trunk. Each of them grows eight to ten fruits. Therefore, up to twenty kilograms of tomato can be removed from one bush. The plant can be grown both in the greenhouse and in the open field. Moreover, this variety is not damaged by such a disease as late blight.

The De Barao tomato bush differs from other varieties in that it prefers to grow in the shade. Therefore, it can be grown in places where no one expects to see them, namely under a fence or a tree. In addition, the variety needs support, so such a growing place greatly facilitates the task of tying the plant.

Important! De Barao bushes differ from other varieties in that they grow very tall, and they need a garter. In this case, the stakes must be driven into the ground in parallel with the landing. Otherwise, driving the stakes at a much later date can significantly damage the root system.

All tomatoes are egg-shaped and grow to a weight of up to seventy grams. Only at Tsarskoe De Barao one tomato can weigh about one hundred and twenty grams. The taste of the tomato is excellent. In cooking, they are used for cooking various dishes, pasta, sauces, as well as for preservation. At the same time, fresh tomato salads have an amazing taste.

In addition, the fruits of De Barao tomato tend to ripen during storage. At the same time, their presentation does not suffer at all, the taste is completely preserved. Therefore, this variety has become popular in industrial production. Let's consider the differences between each of the varieties.

If we talk about black De Barao, then he is significantly inferior to other varieties in size of the fruit, the weight of which does not exceed fifty grams. The skin color of a tomato at full maturity becomes black, while the surface is smooth and has a beautiful presentation. The term for fruit ripening from sowing is at least 115 days. They must be pinned. In all other respects, they are completely indistinguishable from other subspecies.

De barao pink

De Barao pink tomatoes ripen, like the previous variety of this variety, no less than 115 days after the first shoots of the plant appear. When the fruit is fully ripe, the skin becomes deep pink. This variety is not afraid of frost, likes to grow in a shaded area, bears fruit well, practically does not get sick.

Red De Barao gives from six kilograms of tomatoes from one bush, subject to proper plant care. One tomato weighs no less than 110 grams.

The positive qualities of this variety include:

  • The plant feels great in the shade;
  • Not exposed to diseases and pests;
  • Stably tolerates cold snap and slight frosts;
  • The fruits have a good presentation and can be kept fresh for a long time.

The disadvantages include the fact that this plant requires pruning of leaves and branches.

Interesting to know. This type of tomato is great for preservation. Moreover, if you put it in a jar together with the golden De Barao, then the conservation will have an interesting aesthetic appearance.

The most fruitful tomato is the Tsarsky De Barao variety. From one bush, you can collect from fifteen to twenty kilograms of fruit if the plant is planted in open ground.

The positive qualities of this variety include:

  • Long fruiting time;
  • High productivity;
  • The plant is resistant to diseases and pests;
  • Tomatoes can be stored for a long time under suitable conditions;
  • In cooking, it is used to prepare a large number of dishes;
  • It tolerates a cold snap.

The negative qualities of Tsar De Borao tomatoes are the need to tie the plant up on high supports and cut off the leaves and branches.

When choosing this variety of tomato, the gardener will have a large harvest, which can not only be eaten fresh, but also canned.

De barao orange

A bush of tomatoes of the Giant De Barao variety grows more than two meters in height. One tomato weighs at least one hundred and fifty grams. The surface of the fruit is red when fully ripe. Its appearance resembles a plum. From one bush, you can collect at least six kilograms of fruit.

The De Barao golden variety of tomato differs from others in its unusual yellow color. Tomatoes have excellent taste. The fruits ripen for 115 days. The positive qualities of the variety include the ability of the plant to grow and develop in a shaded place. It bears excellent fruit and practically does not get sick. At the same time, pests bypass it, and insignificant frosts do not damage it.

Orange De Barao ripens much later than other varieties of this variety. Its ripening period is one hundred twenty-five days. Tomatoes are flat and orange in color. From one bush, you can collect at least twelve kilograms of ripe juicy fruits. Tomatoes from the bush can be harvested until the very frost, they have excellent taste.

Growing tomatoes De Barao

Before sowing seeds, they must be properly prepared. First, you need to select those that will have good similarity. To do this, you need to prepare a solution of water and salt. A teaspoon of salt is poured into a glass of warm water and diluted, stirring thoroughly. Seeds are poured with saline, those that have floated to the surface must be removed, since they will not rise.

De barao red

Siberian Tomatoes

Those seeds that have sunk to the bottom are dried and disinfected with a solution of potassium permanganate. Only then can you start sowing seeds.

Important! Before sowing seeds, you must go through each of the preparatory steps. In this way, the plant will grow healthy and produce a high yield.

Planting tomatoes in a greenhouse

Sowing De Barao tomatoes in the greenhouse is done no later than February.For this, it is necessary to properly prepare the sowing containers.

Do this by following the following guidelines:

  1. The container in which the seeds will be sown must be at least 12 centimeters high. In addition, there should be a drainage hole in the bottom through which excess water will flow;
  2. The soil for sowing seedlings must be taken nutritious and loose. They either buy it in a special store or make it yourself. To do this, take peat, land from the garden and compost;
  3. Seeds are sown to a depth of two centimeters. After that, the container must be covered with glass and wait for shoots for a week;
  4. After the seeds sprout, the container is opened and the seedlings continue to grow, adhering to all the rules for caring for the plant, the main of which are timely watering and good lighting.

When the seedlings grow to the appearance of two true leaves, they must be transplanted into cups.

Important! Cups must be taken at least five hundred grams, since this type of tomato has a large seedling.

Watering the seedlings must be done once a week. In this case, the water must be heated. This way the root system will not rot. The plant is watered only in the evening so that it has the opportunity to completely absorb moisture during the night. After watering, it is recommended to loosen the soil so that the plant can receive the required amount of oxygen.

De barao gold

You need to feed tomatoes in a greenhouse two weeks after planting. At the first feeding, organic fertilizers are applied. Fertilizers are applied the second time when the first buds appear on the plant. For this, phosphorus-potassium fertilizers are used. Moreover, they must be diluted to a liquid state.

Remember! Applying too much fertilizer can damage the palatability of the plant.

Planting and growing De Barao tomatoes in the open field

For Debarau tomatoes, cultivation in the open field and in a greenhouse is suitable. The only difference is the amount of the crop. In the open field, the yield will be much lower, since in this case everything depends on the weather conditions. In this case, the plant is planted in a permanent place much later, since the last frosts can destroy the seedlings.

Before planting seedlings in open ground, it must be hardened. To do this, it is taken out for a while in a room with a low temperature. It can be a balcony or a veranda. If the seedlings are grown in a greenhouse, then it must be opened in order to ventilate and temper the plant at the same time.

Before planting seedlings in open ground, you need to prepare the soil in advance. This process must be done in the fall. For this, the earth is dug up and humus and wood ash are introduced into it. You need to plant the plant in the first half of May. It was at this time that the sun already rises high and warms the earth well. In this case, a plant is planted, depending on the region in which planting is planned. It is necessary to take into account the fact that the air temperature should be at least ten degrees, since otherwise the tomato stops growing and developing. To prevent this, the area with the planted tomatoes must be covered with foil or agrofibre cloth.

De barao giant

Since Deborah tomatoes are tall, this must be taken into account before planting and do it according to the scheme. The rows are made at a distance of one hundred and twenty centimeters from each other. At the same time, a distance of at least a meter must be maintained between the bushes. It is best to land on a day when the sky is gloomy, or it is best to plan to land in the evening. In this case, the seedlings take root well. It is also necessary to prepare the seedlings themselves. To do this, you need to remove a few lower sheets on it.

The pits for the plant are dug to a depth that corresponds to the size of the plant. In this case, the earth must be sufficiently loose. Water is poured into the hole and allowed to soak.The seedlings should be planted in an upright position, the roots should be deeply planted in wet soil and sprinkled with dry earth. In addition, the plant should be deepened to the full height of the cut leaves. Thanks to this, an additional root system will be formed.

In order for Debarau tomatoes to take root quickly and well, they must be covered with a transparent film immediately after planting. Watering should be done only with water heated in the sun. This way the plant will receive less stress. In addition, the first time the plant should be watered only after six to seven days. If the weather is hot, then you need to water the plant much earlier.

De barao seedlings

Since the bush grows tall, it is recommended to leave no more than two stems during pinching. The rest of the stepsons and leaves must be removed periodically. For garters, you can use cucumber netting or trellises. In this case, supports are installed between two bushes, and the mesh is stretched. As a support, you can use a fence near which seedlings are planted. The plant must be tied upright.

During the formation of fruits, each bush must be revitalized with mullein or bird droppings diluted in water, which are prepared a few days before use.

The ratio of the solution should be as follows:

  • The mullein is bred - one liter of slurry for ten liters of water;
  • Bird droppings are taken in the ratio of two kilograms of droppings to twenty liters of water.

For the entire season of growing tomatoes, such fertilizers need to be applied every two weeks.

Advantages and disadvantages of the De Barao variety

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Gardeners prefer to grow this variety of tomatoes, not only because of their excellent taste, but also because of the ease of care. This variety has a large number of advantages, which compares favorably with other varieties of tomatoes.

These include:

  • The fruits of De Barao tomatoes in cooking can be used both fresh and during heat treatment;
  • The variety bears excellent fruit and brings a large harvest from one bush;
  • The plant is unpretentious to growing conditions, does not require special care;
  • Tomato bushes, with proper care, practically do not get sick and are not affected by pests;
  • The fruits are tasty and have a juicy pulp.

Regardless of what kind of De Barao variety will be chosen for planting and growing, the main thing is that he will not regret his choice, since for the whole season he will receive an excellent harvest of tomatoes that can be kept fresh for a long time and are suitable for conservation.