The climatic conditions in the Moscow region are not the most favorable for growing tomatoes. This is a thermophilic culture that is panicky afraid of temperature extremes and cold snaps, therefore it is grown mainly in greenhouses made of polycarbonate and other materials. For productivity, along with compliance with agrotechnical requirements, varietal characteristics are also important.
Let's talk about which tomato varieties can be called the best for growing in the Moscow region and Central Russia, prepare their rating based on official data and reviews. For convenience, the selections will be grouped according to specific criteria.
Features of the choice of tomato seeds for the Moscow region
When choosing tomato seeds for growing in the Moscow region, one must proceed from the following climate features of this area:
- sudden changes in temperature;
- early autumn frosts (can begin in the first decade of October);
- high air humidity (above 70%).
In such conditions, many varieties of tomatoes will not grow well and bear fruit, in particular, tomatoes with late harvest periods.
Therefore, experts recommend growing early or mid-early varieties of this vegetable crop in greenhouses in the Moscow region - at the same time, more than 90 days should not pass from the moment the first shoots appear to harvest. Usually, summer residents in the Moscow region first grow tomato seedlings at home or in greenhouses, which are transplanted to a permanent place when 5-6 permanent leaves appear on the plants, and the air temperature in the region is stable at around + 15 + 16⸰С.
Usually, such weather conditions are established in the second decade of May, and seeds should be planted for seedlings about 60 days before transplanting - in the second decade of March.
Puzata khata
In terms of the number of votes won, he did not go far from the Cap of Monomakh. The appearance of these tomatoes fully explains the name. Large (300 g), pear-shaped, ribbed, just like squat houses for gnomes, these tomatoes ripen early - 105-110 days after transplanting. True, they turn red gradually if there is a lot of heat and sun. They are grown in the open field and under a film, where they ripen faster. The fruits are fleshy, very sweet and juicy to the taste.
The bushes are indeterminate, but even in a greenhouse their height rarely exceeds 170 cm.However, it will not be possible to do without formation. The stems are thin and need a garter, as they can lie under the weight of the fruit. And the productivity of these tomatoes, ripening in brushes of 3-5 pcs., Show quite decent - 10-11 kg per bush. They are not very susceptible to common cultural diseases, but preventive measures of protection have not prevented anyone yet.
“This year, too, I want a Puzata hut. Last year they were with a friend - just a miracle! ". Marina Samoilova.
The best varieties of tomatoes for greenhouses in the Moscow region
Variety de Barao in the greenhouse
Tomatoes of several categories for growing in greenhouse conditions in the Moscow region will be presented below:
- early;
- the most productive;
- undersized;
- large-fruited;
- resistant to late blight;
- cherry.
In each of the above categories, 5 of the most popular varieties of tomatoes will be presented, from which vegetable growers will be able to choose their favorite tomatoes for planting in their summer cottages.When choosing tomatoes, do not limit yourself to one or two types, but plant several varieties of each type in order to see which of them will bear fruit better in a greenhouse on a particular site.
Early
The most popular early ripe tomato varieties for growing in greenhouse conditions in the Moscow region:
Andromeda f1
Variety Andromeda f1
An early ripe hybrid, from the moment of the emergence of friendly shoots to harvest, no more than 3 months pass. Shoots - erect, strong and powerful, they need to be bandaged during the period of fruit ripening. Summer residents appreciate this hybrid for the early harvest time, as well as high yield - from each bush, with proper care, it is fashionable to collect up to 10 kg of ripe tomatoes.
White filling
Variety White Naliv
This early ripe tomato tolerates temperature drops well, is not picky about care. Bushes - compact, do not require garters and removal of stepchildren. According to vegetable growers, ripe tomatoes of White Naliva are distinguished by a sweetish taste with a slight sourness, the harvest ripens gradually over 10-13 days.
Nevsky
Variety Nevsky
Early ripe tomato, from the moment the first sprouts appear to harvest, it takes about 3 months. The ovaries are collected in racemose inflorescences, each of which can contain up to 6-7 ripening tomatoes. The bushes are compact enough, so they do not require a garter. Vegetable growers note that ripe fruits have an even rounded shape, and the sizes of all collected tomatoes are approximately the same, and their weight is about 60 g.
Sultan f1
Sultan f1 variety
An early ripe hybrid of Dutch selection. Low compact bushes do not require garters and shaping. The crop ripens in 85-90 days after germination. Summer residents note the large size and good taste of ripe tomatoes. The harvested fruits produce delicious tomato juice, ketchup and pasta.
Tyler f1
Tyler f1 grade
Another early maturing hybrid that is great for indoor cultivation. The roots of this vegetable plant are well developed, which allows this vegetable plant to withstand short periods of drought. The ovaries are collected in racemose inflorescences, each of which can simultaneously form up to 8-9 fruits. Summer residents note the good taste of the harvested crop with a mass of ripe fruits up to 180 g.
The most productive
The most popular high-yield varieties of tomatoes for growing in greenhouse conditions in the Moscow region:
Verlioka
One of the most productive varieties of tomatoes. With proper care and formation of bushes, 16-18 kg of ripe fruits are harvested from 1 m2. Ripe tomatoes are small in size, so they can be used not only fresh, but also for conservation. Vegetable growers say that this variety is practically not susceptible to most diseases that affect other plants from the nightshade family, including Fusarium and brown spot.
Explosion
Explosion grade
A hybrid of Russian selection, bred in the early 2000s, intended for growing in greenhouse conditions. The variety is early maturing, it can tolerate changes in weather conditions well, without reducing the growth and ripening of fruits. Summer residents note the high yield of this hybrid, its high resistance to most diseases, good presentation and excellent taste of ripe fruits.
Cow's ear
Variety Cow ears
A high-yielding variety with an interesting elongated ripening fruit. Fruiting is elongated, the pulp of ripe fruits is fleshy, sweet. The rind is dense, not prone to cracking. According to vegetable growers, the harvested crop tolerates transportation well and is well stored. The harvested fruits can be eaten fresh or used to make juice and tomato paste.
Tomato Cow ears: video
De Barao
De Barao variety
One of the best yielding varieties of tomatoes bred for growing in greenhouse conditions.Tall, powerful shoots are well leafy, ovaries are collected in racemose inflorescences, 6-8 pieces in each. Vegetable growers note the variety of ripe fruit colors: from lemon yellow to dark raspberry, as well as the good taste of these tomatoes and their versatility.
Pink flamingo
A high-yielding variety with rather large (up to 200 g) fruits of an oblong plum-like shape and pink color. Summer residents note the good taste of the fruits and the versatility of their use - for making salads and preserving.
Tomato Pink Flamingo: video
Undersized
The most popular low-growing varieties of tomatoes for growing in greenhouse conditions in the Moscow region:
Alenka
Variety Alenka
This early ripe hybrid is diminutive, its shoots rarely reach a height of 0.5 m. Distinctive features of the variety are high resistance to most diseases that affect tomatoes, in particular, to fungal diseases. According to summer residents, this tomato grows well and bears fruit under any changes in weather conditions, and the fruits have a pleasant taste.
Irishka f1
Irishka f1 variety
Compact bushes of this variety in height can reach 0.6-0.65 m. Ripe tomatoes are round in shape, without ribbing, bright red color. Inside the fruit, up to 8 seed chambers are formed, the mass of ripe tomatoes is up to 100 g, vegetable growers note that the taste of ripe fruits is good, the plant does not require special care, is resistant to some diseases, but it can be affected by late blight.
Tomato Irishka: video
Carotene
Variety Karotinka
A wonderful variety, in the fruits of which there is a lot of carotene (100 g of fruit contains at least 3 g of carotene), which is why this tomato got its name. The height of the bushes is small - no more than 0.7 m, so the Karotinka tomato is classified as a low-growing variety. Vegetable growers note the unusual orange color of ripe tomatoes with a yellowish tint.
Red Fang
This variety has low and compact bushes, reaching no more than 0.6 m in height. But this tomato is famous for its high yield, the fruits are sweet, red, used fresh, as well as for conservation. Summer residents note unpretentiousness in care and high resistance to most diseases.
Nectar
Low-growing bushes do not require the removal of stepchildren, however, it is better to tie the shoots to supports so that the stems do not break off under the weight of ripening fruits. According to vegetable growers, the fruits have an original plum shape and a pleasant taste, the color of ripe fruits is red.
Large-fruited
The most popular large-fruited varieties of tomatoes for growing in greenhouse conditions in the Moscow region:
Cardinal
This is a mid-early hybrid, from the appearance of the first shoots to harvest it takes up to 3.5-4 months. The bushes of the variety belong to the indeterminate type, in height the shoots can reach 1.5-1.8 m. The stems require obligatory garter to the shoots, as they can break under the weight of large fruits. The mass of the first ripening fruits can be 0.6-0.9 kg, the last ripening fruits reach a mass of 0.45 kg. Vegetable growers note that there are few seed chambers in ripe fruits, the pulp is dense and juicy, with an unusual heart-shaped ripe tomato shape. Skin color - raspberry with pink tint.
Search f1
Sort Search f1
This hybrid variety is distinguished by its relative large-fruited - the mass of fruits reaches 100-110 grams. The bushes of this hybrid reach a height of 1 m, so they must be tied up. The hybrid is resistant to most diseases. Summer residents talk about the high yield of the variety - from 1 m2 you can collect up to 2 buckets of ripe fruits.
Pink honey
These tomatoes are mid-ripening crops. The fruits are large, sweet, with a pink skin. Summer residents note that the harvested crop tolerates transportation well, is usually used ripe or added to salads, and is well stored in appropriate conditions.
Sevruga (or Pudovik)
These large-fruited tomatoes are most popular with summer residents. The bushes of these tomatoes are of the indeterminate type, the bushes require mandatory tying to the supports so that the shoots do not break under the weight of ripening fruits. Summer residents note that the first ripening fruits have a high weight - up to half a kilogram. But the last harvested fruits grow to 0.2-0.3 kg.
Siberian Sprinter
Siberian Sprinter variety
Hybrid tomato with an early maturity of the crop - up to 3.5 months from the date of planting. In height, the shoots can reach 1.1-1.2 m, a large number of ovaries (up to 10-12 pcs. In one inflorescence) ripen on the shoots, weighing about 150 g. Summer residents say that the fruits are even, rounded, red in color.
Late blight resistant
The most popular varieties of tomatoes resistant to late blight for growing in greenhouse conditions in the Moscow region:
Alaska
Variety Alaska
An early ripe variety with a bushes height of no more than 0.6 m.This plant can not be pinned, but leave the plant to bush. Fruits weighing up to 80 g are rounded and red in color. The variety is not susceptible to late blight, even if there is a disease on neighboring tomato varieties. Gardeners note the good yield of the variety and the excellent taste of the harvested fruits.
Arctic rose
Variety Arctic rose
Early maturing, unpretentious and fruitful vegetable plant. No more than 6 plants can be planted per 1 m2. Shoot height - up to 0.5 m, pinching is not carried out. The variety is resistant to most diseases, including late blight. Summer residents celebrate the amicable ripening of the crop, while the mass of tomatoes can reach 100 g.
Rich khata f1
This compact miniature tomato fell in love with summer residents for its good yield and unpretentiousness. The height of the shoots is up to 0.45 m, but up to 7-8 kg of ripe fruits are harvested from 1 m2. Summer residents say that the harvested crop can be used for making juice, sauces, pasta, and also fresh, the high resistance of the variety to late blight is also especially noted.
Phytous
Variety Fitous
Differs in good productivity when grown in any climatic conditions. This vegetable crop is not affected by late blight, the fruits are round, with a strong skin and red ripe tomatoes. According to summer residents, this variety is distinguished by good immunity, the harvested crop perfectly tolerates transportation over long distances, and ripe tomatoes are distinguished by high keeping quality and the ability to ripen in room conditions.
Yarik
Variety Yarik in section
An early ripe variety with huge fruits (up to 400-450 g). ripening of the crop is amicable, almost simultaneous. Summer residents note the particularly unpretentiousness of the variety, good taste of the fruit, high resistance to late blight.
Cherry
The most popular varieties of cherry tomatoes for growing in greenhouse conditions in the Moscow region:
Magic harp f1
Variety Magic harp f1
The high-yielding hybrid is of the indeterminate type. An early ripe hybrid - about 3 months pass from the moment of planting to harvest. The clusters that form on the shoots are bilateral, each of them can form up to 18 small tomatoes. Summer residents note the high resistance of this hybrid to fusarium wilting, TMV, cladosporium and some other diseases of tomatoes.
Tomato Magic Harp: video
Sweet tooth
Variety Sweet tooth
This tomato has an early ripening period - about 3.5 months from the date of planting. The height of the bushes is up to 2 m, the shoots require binding. Small and sweet fruits weighing up to 20 g literally stick around the bushes. Summer residents note the beautiful appearance of tomatoes, high yield and sufficient unpretentiousness of the variety.
1000 and 2 tomatoes
Variety 1000 and 2 tomatoes
This variety is intended for cultivation in greenhouses and greenhouses. This tomato belongs to the indeterminate type, the height of the shoots can reach 1.7-1.8 m.Fruits are round, red, weighing about 24 g.summer residents note the good resistance of this variety to most diseases, good taste of ripe tomatoes and good yield.
Dark chocolate
Variety Dark chocolate
This tomato, in terms of ripening, belongs to the mid-season varieties. The main feature of the variety is the dark brown color of rounded tomatoes. The fruit taste is also unusual for tomatoes - with fruity notes. According to vegetable growers, the harvested crop of these tomatoes is in demand among buyers due to the original appearance of the fruits and their taste.
Cherry with cream f1
Cherry variety with cream f1
Tomatoes of this variety ripen in 4 months from the moment the first sprouts appear, therefore Cherry with cream is classified as a medium early type of tomato. This vegetable crop is classified as an indeterminate type, the shoots can reach 1.7-1.9 m in height. The stems require mandatory garters, and stepchildren must also be removed regularly. According to the reviews of vegetable growers, Cherry with cream is a fairly productive variety, with beautiful oval fruits, unripe tomatoes have a milky color, and ripe fruits have a deep pink skin color.
Mid-early Siberian breeding tomatoes for open ground
Tomatoes perfectly adapted to severe weather conditions with semi- and determinant type of bush.
- "FAR EAST PINK" - medium-sized bush (1-1.5 m), mid-season, round, pink-red up to 400 g.
- "VELMOZHA" - Mid-season, bovine heart type, raspberry-pink (800 g), up to 60 cm.
- "GOLDEN EGGS" novelty - early maturing does not stepchild, not whimsical, without pinning and garter (30-40 cm), compact. Early and amicably forms a plentiful harvest of beautiful sunny-yellow fruits of an elongated-ovoid shape, up to 200 g.
Rating of the best varieties of tomatoes for the Moscow region for a polycarbonate greenhouse for 2018-2019
Among the varieties of tomatoes for greenhouses grown in the Moscow region, 7 of the best of them should be noted:
De Barao
De Barao variety
A high mid-season variety, in which fruiting begins in August and lasts until the first frost. an excellent presentation of oval, smooth fruits, the mass of which can reach 90 g. According to vegetable growers, the taste of ripe fruits is excellent, up to 4 kg of harvest can be harvested from each bush. Also, there is a high plant resistance to late blight.
Tomato De Barao: video
White filling
The bushes are small (about 0.7 m), do not require pinching and garters. The harvest ripens gradually. According to summer residents, this variety has a good yield, the harvested crop can be transported over long distances, the fruits are not prone to cracking.
Nevsky
Distinctive quality is mid-ripening, from the moment of emergence to harvest it takes about 3-3.5 months. Tomato is highly resistant to most diseases, but can be affected by bacterial spotting. According to summer residents, the variety is high-yielding - up to 7 kg of fruits are harvested from each bush.
Andromeda f1
Although this variety is demanding on the regularity of watering and regular fertilization, its yield only benefits from this - from 1 sq. m can be harvested up to 11-11.5 kg of fruit. Summer residents note the good resistance of the variety to the main diseases, good yield and the versatility of the use of the fruits of this variety.
Blagovest
This tomato variety belongs to the early ripening, it has a high yield. The shoots are high, up to 1.8 m, so they must be fixed and supported under them during the ripening period. Vegetable growers note the need to pinch the tops of the shoots, apply top dressing throughout the season, as a result, you can collect up to 20 kg of fruits from 1 m2.
Cow heart
A variety with fleshy, large and tasty fruits. The mass of one ripe tomato can reach 250-300 g.Summer residents note good resistance to most diseases, sufficient ease of care, good yield.
Search f1
This hybrid is highly resistant to most diseases common for nightshade crops. The height of the shoots can reach 09-1.0 m. According to vegetable growers, this hybrid has a good yield, excellent taste and a wonderful presentation of ripe fruits.
What should be considered?
The zoned varieties have passed serious tests in specific climatic conditions. The Russian State Register of Breeding Achievements updates the lists annually. For the Moscow region, tomatoes are suitable, recommended for the Central region or universal ("for all regions").
INTERESTING! Experienced gardeners note that varieties from Siberia, the Urals, and the northwestern regions of Russia also successfully bear fruit near Moscow.
In addition to the selection of varieties, special attention should be paid to the quality of the seeds. To protect yourself from counterfeits and mis-grading, you need to take seed from the most reliable producers, relying on your own experience and advice from competent friends.
Expert opinion
Stanislav Pavlovich
Gardener with 17 years of experience and our expert
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Golden domes
The votes gained allowed these tomatoes to occupy the 4th line of the rating. In their "piggy bank" there are many good reviews, since the variety has almost no flaws, for which it is recognized and loved by many. It is highly resistant to major diseases, and timely applied insecticides will ward off harmful insects.
Determinate bushes (height from 90 to 150 cm), medium ripening period (100-116 days). You will still have to form it into 2-3 stems and tie it up, so it will not work at all without effort on your part. The yield is very good - up to 13 kg per bush with an average tomato weight of 200-400 g, and if the care is good, they will gain all 800 g! Ripe fruits are bright orange, juicy even in appearance. The pulp is fleshy, very tasty, sweet.
“I love golden domes very much - they are tasty, fruitful and beautiful. Excellent variety! " Love Chernoguz.
