Rating of the 15 best varieties of low-growing tomatoes for greenhouses: choose the right one in all respects

If the region of your residence does not have a warm climate and fertile land, and you really want to grow a good harvest of tomatoes, then undersized greenhouse varieties will be the best choice. There are several dozen such varieties - vegetables differ from each other in shape, taste and color.

In this article we will consider the most popular varieties of low-growing tomatoes for the greenhouse and tell you about the advantages and disadvantages of each.

Benefits of growing undersized tomatoes in greenhouses

The advantages are as follows:

• unpretentious care. Due to their compact size, such tomatoes are convenient to grow in greenhouses, as they take up little space. The need to tie bushes disappears, which means that you will spend less of your time;
• quick ripening of tomatoes and stable productivity;
• most varieties of undersized greenhouse tomatoes are early ripening;
• resistance to common diseases.

Important! In addition to the practical benefits, such bushes delight gardeners with their appearance - the beds look well-groomed and decorated. The decorative component in this case is to the liking of many summer residents.

The most popular undersized varieties

Consider a list of the most popular low-growing tomatoes:

1. Big mommy. The bushes reach a height of 60 cm. The tomatoes themselves are large, red-raspberry-colored. The shape is round, the rind is dense, glossy. The stem is powerful, the leaves are light green, medium in size. Tomatoes ripen 85 days after planting. The yield is high - from 1 sq. m you can collect up to 10 kg of vegetables. They do not crack, they are resistant to fungi and pests.
2. Pink honey. The name speaks for itself - tomatoes have a unique sweetish taste and juicy pulp. The ripening period is from 111 to 115 days. Productivity - up to 6 kg per bush. In the greenhouse, the height of the bushes reaches 1 m. The vegetable is used for making salads, side dishes, soups, tomato juice and pasta. Due to its thin skin and large size, Pink Honey is not suitable for canning and pickling.
3. Golden stream. The variety got its name for the orange-yellow color of the tomatoes. One weight varies from 70 to 80 g. The plant is characterized by good resistance to weather changes. The golden stream grows well both in central Russia and in the southern regions.
4. Red fang. Outwardly, the tomato looks like a large canine - hence its name. The sweet, fleshy flesh appeals to many gardeners. The tomatoes themselves are large, the weight of one is about 90 g. It is best to use them fresh.
5. Little Red Riding Hood. This variety came to Russia from Germany. The variety does not need a garter and pinching, so it is easy to care for it. The height of the bushes is only 30 cm. The ultra-early ripening variety can be planted both in a greenhouse and at home - on a balcony or windowsill. Little Red Riding Hood has a sweet flesh, medium seed count.
6. Ob domes. The only drawback was the need to tie up and remove the stepsons. The rest of the Ob domes are universal. Disease resistance is high, tolerates unpredictable weather well - for example, dry periods.
7. Supermodel. This variety appeared in 2012. The weight of one red-pink tomato is about 100 g. With proper care, one bush gives no more than 8 kg. Tomatoes have an excellent taste, it is preserved during the cooking process.
8. Rajah. Tomatoes have a thin skin and sweet juicy flesh. Often used in the production of juices and condiments. There are few seeds in tomatoes. Raja is characterized not only by good taste, but also by presentable appearance. Therefore, the vegetable is often grown for sale.
9. Watercolor. Forms many fruits stably, has high yield rates. Summer residents note that the amount of harvested vegetables is not affected by either weather conditions or climatic features of the growing region. The variety is versatile in application. Watercolor is great for making adjika and spicy sauces.
10. El Dorado. The dense tomatoes have an unusual orange-yellow color. The weight of one is about 400 g, the taste is good. The best precursors for planting are cucumbers and potatoes. Due to its striking appearance, Eldorado is often used as a fresh snack.
11. Gift for a woman. This variety is a real gift not only for women, but also for any summer resident. These tomatoes are excellently stored and transportable. The fruits are large, the yield is high. The weight of one tomato is 80-120 g.
12. Grouse. The variety is early ripening, the first tomatoes appear 115 days after planting. The height of the bush is about 70 cm. It is unpretentious in care - the main thing is to water and remove weeds on time. Due to excessive moisture, tomatoes crack, so it is important observe watering regime.
13. Sanka. The variety was developed in 2003 by Russian agronomists. It is highly resistant to weather changes. Produces a good harvest even with a lack of light. In a greenhouse, the weight of one tomato can reach 150 g.
14. Alaska. Fruits are medium-sized, round, deep red in color. The harvest is early and friendly - tomatoes ripen at the same time. In addition to the greenhouse, Alaska is successfully grown on the balcony or windowsill of the house.
15. Pink flamingo. Brings a good harvest in the Central region of Russia and the CIS countries. Differs in a long ripening period. Tomatoes require strong support and a garter. The mass of one tomato reaches 450 g.

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Varieties for the Moscow region

The gardeners of the Moscow region, among all the undersized varieties, distinguish the following:

1. Rocket... The height of the bushes is only about 40 cm, the average weight of a vegetable is about 50 g. Due to their compact size, tomatoes are suitable for winter harvesting.
2. Snowstorm... In greenhouse conditions, the maximum height of the bush is 70 cm. Tomatoes have a good keeping quality and versatility in use. Blizzard has a positive attitude to mineral fertilizing. First feeding can be applied after germination.
3. Shuttle... Small even fruits appear within 80 days after planting. Vegetables have a glossy surface, a pleasant thin skin, juicy pulp. 1 sq. m of beds with seedlings of such tomatoes gives from 5 to 8 kg of yield. Of the minuses - the instability of the plant before diseases.
4. Danko... Mid-season variety. Branched bushes, height - about 60 cm. The variety is distinguished by excellent drought resistance. Poorly tolerates transportation and is prone to cracking.
5. Winter cherry... It is characterized by smooth, beautiful fruits. Summer residents harvest their first harvest in 95 days. Winter cherry has one drawback - a low yield rate due to the limited number of brushes on the bush.

The best undersized varieties for Siberia and the Urals

The weather conditions in these regions are not as favorable as in central Russia. However, there are varieties that yield a good harvest in harsh climates.

Among them:

1. Siberian early maturing. Red round fruits ripen in greenhouse conditions within 100 days. Susceptibility to disease is well developed.They tend to ripen plucked in room conditions.
2. Lucky F1. The mass of a tomato is about 120 g, the surface is even, the skin is of medium thickness. Lucky is often grown not only for personal consumption, but also for sale.
3. Nastenka. The variety is stored for a long time without losing its taste and external qualities. The plant needs regular mineral feeding. Tomatoes are especially fond of nitrogen-containing substances.
4. Siberian troika. Tomatoes are large, mid-season. Vegetable growers collect up to 5 kg from one bush. Adapts to frost, drought and other unfavorable conditions. Great for ketchup and juices.
5. Far North... Bushes reach a height of 50 cm, the fruit is juicy, dense. Created specifically for Siberia and the Urals, it tolerates long-term absence of the sun well. Resistant to rot and fungi.

Features of the choice of varieties

Choosing the best variety from such a variety is not easy. Determine for yourself what is important for you in the future harvest - the taste of vegetables, their size, resistance to diseases, unpretentious care?

It is on the basis of these characteristics that it will be easier for you to make a choice. Ask your friends gardeners, they will help you make a choice in terms of not only theory, but also practice.

The sweetest undersized varieties

Top 5 sweetest undersized varieties:

1. Danko.
2. Philippok.
3. Spring of the North.
4. Doll Masha.
5. Rajah.

Early early ripening varieties

The fastest ripening:

1. Winter cherry.
2. Shuttle.
3. Little Red Riding Hood.
4. Pink honey.
5. Quiz.

Disease resistant

Have good immunity:

1. Alsou.
2. Demidov.
3. Oak.
4. Lady fingers.
5. Supermodel.

Harvest varieties

A good return will please you:

1. Barmaley.
2. Miracle of the earth.
3. The pear is yellow.
4. Zero.
5. Arctic.

Varieties that do not require pinching

Tomatoes that do not need pinching, which means they are easy to care for:

1. Alpha.
2. Gavroche.
3. Wind rose.
4. Hurricane.
5. Vershok.
6. The little Prince.

Large-fruited varieties

Despite the compact size of the bushes, these varieties are distinguished by large fruits:

1. Big mommy.
2. Red fang.
3. El Dorado.
4. Pink flamingo.
5. Siberian troika.

How to protect yourself from a bad seed purchase

To protect yourself from an unsuccessful purchase of seed, follow a number of simple rules:

• before going to the store, consult with familiar summer residents. Find out what seeds they use, what kind of crop they grow. If this is not possible, read a few feature articles;
• study photos of ready-made tomatoes on the Internet, mark for yourself those varieties that you liked the most;
• do not buy seeds from random sellers - it is better to contact a specialized store;
• ask the sales assistant all your questions;
• pay attention to the manufacturer - it is better to study the reviews about him on the Internet in advance;
• read the information on the package - ripening period, characteristics, ways of courting. Ask in which region of our country the variety will give the best harvest.

Tips & Tricks

Even a novice gardener can grow a good harvest of undersized greenhouse tomatoes. These varieties are unpretentious to care for, many of them do not need a garter and pinching. Most varieties are early maturing, so after about 2-2.5 months after planting, you will receive the first fruits of your labors.

Important! Do not forget to water the beds on time. Do this as they dry. However, do not overdo it, as the excess moisture causes the tomatoes to crack, and this affects their taste and shelf life.

Also don't forget about organic feeding... The first fertilizers are applied after the formation of the first ovaries. It is best to use potassium monophosphate. Re-fertilize after 10 days. Mineral and other nutrients affect the quality of the future harvest and the taste of tomatoes.

In addition, you may encounter common diseases - late blight and mosaic. They destroy the crop, and you can get rid of diseases only with the help of professional means. Medicines for tomatoes are sold at any gardening store.

For long-term storage, it is best to wrap tomatoes in a sheet of paper and put in a box. Place hay between the rows - this protection will keep the tomatoes intact during transport.

Conclusion

It is difficult to imagine a vegetable garden without tomato beds. This vegetable is loved for its unique taste and ease of care. Low-growing greenhouse varieties fell in love with a huge number of summer residents. Vegetables are versatile in use - they are eaten both fresh and as an addition to main dishes. Tomatoes go well with meat, fish and other vegetables.

In order not to be mistaken when choosing a variety, carefully study the characteristics of the tomato on the package. Trust only trusted manufacturers, do not fall for commercial gimmicks. Correctly selected seeds are the key to a tasty and high-quality harvest.