Chanterelle tomato is one of the few varieties that can grow and form in the open field of the northern strip of the Russian Federation. Among agricultural technicians who live in central Russia and in its north, this variety has gained great popularity. The variety was bred with the expectation that it will not be susceptible to low air temperatures and frost on the soil. The yield of this variety is high. But in order to achieve it, you should follow the rules of caring for this culture. According to the characteristics and description of the variety, the Chanterelle tomato has a good vitamin composition, thanks to which the fruits are appreciated not only by agricultural technicians, but also by those who only eat tomatoes. This variety has a high content of magnesium and B vitamins.

Characteristics and features of the variety

Tomato Fox The characteristics and description of the variety indicate that this is an early ripe tomato. The description of the Chanterelle tomato variety indicates that it can be grown outdoors even in central Russia. In the northern strip, it will also take root, but it will have to be grown under film or agrofibre. Agriculture is a determinant one (the height of the main stem is limited). It reaches a height of no more than 110 cm. The stems are not thick, the leaves are of medium size, saturated green. The inflorescences are simple, the stalk is articulated.

Fruits are oval, ovoid, slightly elongated. During ripening, they are green, like most other varieties. During ripening, they become a rich orange color. Chanterelle tomatoes have a smooth surface, thin skin. The tomato is not prone to cracking. The pulp is sugar, not watery, with a pronounced sweet taste and aroma. The Chanterelle tomato has no more than 3 chambers that contain seeds. The mass of a ripe fruit is about 140 g.

Tomatoes Chanterelle

This variety is considered to be high yielding. One square meter can be harvested 9.5 kg. Such a high yield also depends on how the agricultural technician formed and pinched the bushes in time. For greater productivity, it is recommended to form the plants into three stems. Bushes require a mandatory garter. This is due to the fact that the stems of the Chanterelle tomato are very thin and may not withstand a large amount of ripening fruits. If the fruits lie on the ground, the decay process will begin very quickly.

According to the characteristics and description of the variety, the Lisenok tomato is resistant to large and sharp changes in temperature. Also, its feature is that it bears fruit for a very long time. The fruits themselves are well and for a long time stored, retain their shape during transportation. Neither transportation nor storage time affects the taste.

The fruits of the Fox Tomato are used everywhere. They can be used for canning, making salads, stewing, pickling, salting, etc. Any dish containing fox tomatoes has a rich tomato flavor. Since fruits are low in calories, they can be eaten by people who monitor their weight. Tomato is also suitable for preparing diet meals.

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Planting and growing varieties of tomatoes Chanterelle

The Chanterelle tomato is unpretentious neither for watering nor for feeding. Therefore, growing it yourself will not be difficult even for a beginner. The main positive property of this variety is that it is very resistant to subzero temperatures. Therefore, despite the weather conditions, it can be safely planted in any convenient place on the site.

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Seeds for seedlings are planted 60 days before planting in open ground. Before planting, the seeds must be soaked for a short time in hydrogen peroxide. After that, you can soak them in any growth stimulator for a day. Next, the seeds are sown in cups filled with earth, especially for seedlings. You can buy it at any store that specializes in crops. Seeds planted in the ground are watered with a small amount of water at room temperature. The containers with the planted seeds are covered with a transparent film, creating a greenhouse effect. The film can be removed when the first shoots sprout.

Note! If several sprouts have sprouted in one glass, they must be planted. This will allow the root system of each plant to be stronger.

After a period of 55-60 days, seedlings can be planted in open ground. You need to carefully transfer the shoots into the holes so as not to damage the roots of the plant. Despite the fact that the variety is quite resistant to low temperatures, it is advisable to make sure that there is no big minus on the soil for several days after planting. This is necessary in order for the plant to be able to adapt to new conditions.

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Holes before planting seedlings must also be prepared. Mineral fertilizers and compost are added there. Then they are poured with water and only then the plant is planted. If the seedlings were planted in peat cups, then they can be planted directly in them, without disturbing the root system.

Growing a plant involves the constant hilling of tomato bushes. This is necessary so that new roots can develop. Also, after each watering, the soil should be loosened so that air and moisture can freely penetrate the root system. Weeds are necessarily removed between the bushes; this is a good preventive measure for fungal diseases.

During the ovary period, the plants should be fed with fertilizers: mineral and organic. The composition of the mineral fertilizer should change with the growth of the bushes. If you follow the conditions for proper care of the bush, for the flowering and ripening of this tomato variety, you can achieve a good harvest.

Important! Excess shoots of this tomato variety should be removed in order for the yield to be even higher. A month after the seedlings have been planted in open ground, it is recommended to tear off several lower leaves from the bush.

The agronomist must carefully carry out all these manipulations, since the stems of this variety are very thin and can break if handled carelessly. In order not to flood the bushes, and not to dry out the earth, it must be mulched. Any material is suitable for this:

  • agrofiber;
  • hay;
  • straw;
  • leaves;
  • dry grass, etc.

Advantages and disadvantages of the variety

The main advantage of this variety is that it adapts very easily and quickly to sudden changes in temperature. Ripening occurs, regardless of weather conditions: both in hot months and in small frosts, tomatoes are tied and ripened.

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The characteristic and description of the variety provides that tomato bushes require compulsory pinching. The plant can be planted both in greenhouse conditions and in open ground. It will bear fruit equally well. Even in the North-Western part of the Russian Federation, a plant of this variety can be planted in open ground.

The fruits are ideal for canning (thanks to the thin skin that is never tough).

Unfortunately, this tomato variety also has disadvantages. He is prone to such a fungal disease as late blight. This disease is unpleasant in that it can destroy up to 50% of the crop. In order to avoid this disease, you need to adhere to the recommendations for planting tomato bushes. The distance between the bushes should be at least 30 cm. Also stepchildren and dry leaves should be removed in time, do not forget about mulching the earth. Carry out basal watering.After rain, treat plants with antifungal drugs to prevent the onset and development of this disease.

Thus, with proper attention and care, a great harvest can be obtained from this variety. The cultivar survives even when others are already frozen. The fruits are ideal for canning at home. They are also suitable for long-term storage. Those who once tried to plant the Chanterelle tomatoes were pleasantly surprised by the unpretentiousness of this plant.