Description of the Buratino tomato variety, its characteristics and productivity

Tomato Pinocchio got its name from the similarity of the fruit to the famous cartoon character. The variety is popular and in demand, due to the positive qualities and good reviews of gardeners.

Description of the variety

Buratino tomatoes appeared thanks to Russian breeders. Grown in all climatic regions. Resistant to temperature extremes, strong winds and high humidity.

tomato Buratino

General description of the variety:

  1. medium early, plant type - determinant;
  2. sprawling bushes, with a height of 90–140 cm;
  3. weight 100-130 grams;
  4. the cluster consists of 4–5 tomatoes;
  5. fruits are smooth, cylindrical in shape, have an oblong tip;
  6. the pulp is firm, sweet, with sourness.

Unripe tomatoes with a uniform green color. When ripe, they acquire a yellow or green color, depending on the variety.

spreading bushes

Fruit characteristics

Tomatoes have an elongated shape, with a long nose, the weight of one fruit is 100-150 grams. They are distinguished by their rich yellow color and sweetish taste, with a slight sourness. They are used both fresh, for preparing various dishes, and in conservation.

elongated shape

Ripening time and yield

From the first shoots to the collection of ripe fruits, an average of 115-120 days pass. About 6 kg of tomatoes are obtained from 1m². The fruits do not crack, they are stored for a long time after harvesting. Ripe fruits are determined by the acquisition of a red color.

Plants tolerate a dry period well, are resistant to diseases such as verticillium and macrosporiosis.

dry season

Features of growing and care

To get a good harvest, experienced gardeners give some tips for growing:

  • it is preferable to soak seeds in a growth stimulator before planting;
  • planting seeds should be carried out to a depth of 3 cm;
  • moderate watering, water at room temperature;
  • with greenhouse cultivation, the temperature inside should be +25 ° С;
  • immediately before planting, fertilize the soil with wood ash or complex fertilizer.

Watering should be carried out at intervals of 1 time in 7 days, in hot weather a little more often.

moderate watering

Care instructions:

  1. Additional support and harness are not required. The exception is when there are too many fruits.
  2. For a set of green mass, during flowering and fruit formation, plants are fed with potash and phosphorus fertilizers.
  3. The beds should be weeded in a timely manner, and the earth should be loosened.
  4. Carefully observe the plants, if diseases or pests are detected, take appropriate measures.

Regardless of the growing conditions, the fruits of the variety may be slightly deformed.This does not affect the taste of the product in any way.

no garter required

Reviews of Buratino tomatoes

Consumers note that the yield of tomatoes is average, therefore, with large land areas, the plant is not particularly profitable for planting.

Also, reviews say that when buying, you need to choose high-quality seeds from reliable producers.

 average yield

The tomato is unpretentious, it is a good option for summer cottage cultivation. Although the fruits are small, they are great for canning.

Based on its characteristics, the variety is suitable for growing in open soil and in greenhouses. Tomato Pinocchio, as this variety is also called, is of medium yield, with a sweet taste, and is exotic in shape. Due to their high productivity, endurance and resistance to various diseases, the plants have earned the right to be considered one of the most popular tomato varieties.

country cultivation

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