Characteristics and description of De Barao tomatoes
De Barao black tomato belongs to the new varieties. Unlike other varieties, tomato is less susceptible to attack by pests, resistant to many common diseases and unfavorable external conditions. The plant is easy to care for, and the yield will pleasantly surprise.
Basic information about the plant
The De Barao variety has many advantages.
The general characteristics of all species will help to form a complete picture of a cultivated plant:
- tolerates low and high temperatures;
- tolerates drought;
- requires minimal maintenance and regular primer;
- can grow in the shade;
- a lot of pulp in the fruit;
- bears fruit for a long time.
The crop can be harvested 3.5 months after planting the seeds. Observing the rules of care, you can collect about 5 or even more kilograms of fruit from one bush. Each tomato weighs about 80 grams. The shape is oblong, the color depends on the species and can be pink, red or even black.
Harvesting begins from the moment the fruits turn red, further ripening is carried out in a well-lit room. They are stored for a long time without losing taste. The taste, judging by the reviews of summer residents, is sweet and sour.
The variety was originally intended to be grown in a greenhouse, but many summer residents try to care for them in open ground and get good results.
Variety of species
Almost all types of De Barao tomatoes are very popular among gardeners. The description of the variety will help to identify the distinctive features of each of them.
The Black Tomato variety can grow up to 2 meters in height or even more, since growth continues throughout the development of the plant. Refers to mid-late varieties. From the moment of germination of seedlings to the appearance of ripe fruits, it can take about 125 days.
Oval-shaped black tomatoes weigh about 70 g, the color is maroon, there is no sourness in the taste. The variety tolerates adverse environmental influences well, and is resistant to many diseases and pests. Pinching is required (elimination of unnecessary shoots that will prevent the plant from developing normally).
Tomato De Barao Giant grows in good conditions up to 2.2 meters. Differs in resistance to many diseases. Tolerates low temperatures and shady areas. It is recommended to plant only in a greenhouse. Tomato variety De Barao Gigant has oblong red fruits, ripen for about 4.5 months, one tomato weighs about 140 g. Some summer residents collect about 6 kg from one planted bush.
Among all the varieties of the De Barao variety, Pink best of all takes root in the beds of gardeners, initially, a room under the film is required. The stem can grow up to 2 meters. De Barao Pink Tomatoes have a strong, wide root system so frequent watering is required.The fruits have a deep pink color, oblong shape, few seeds inside. With good care, 4 kg can be harvested from each bush.
De Barao's pink tomatoes produce a rich harvest in a variety of weather conditions. Stored for a long time and well transported. The plant tolerates shade, heat or cold well.
Tomato De Barao Tsarsky can grow up to 2.5 meters, the stem is powerful, there is little foliage. Elongated tomatoes can weigh about 140 grams. If the growing rules are followed, then about 12 kg can be collected from each bush.
De Barao red refers to the late ripening species. It can take 120 days from the day of sowing to the appearance of ripe fruits. The color of oval tomatoes is bright red, intense. One fruit weighs about 100 g. Small size and dense texture allows De Barao Red Tomatoes to be used for winter harvesting. Fruits are stored for a long time, tolerate transportation well, are resistant to shade, disease, cold.
Seeds can be planted directly in open ground, or you can germinate seedlings first.
De Barao Gold can only be grown in a greenhouse. Has a thick sturdy stem and dense foliage. The bush can reach a height of 2 meters. Each De Barao Golden Tomato weighs approximately 80 grams. It rarely gets sick and pleases with its high yield. The variety has a sweetish taste and contains a lot of carotene.
De Barao Yellow, like all other varieties, has many advantages. The crop is well stored, resistant to temperature extremes, the plant is easy to care for. Yellow tomato has a sweeter taste and contains, as well as gold, a lot of carotene. The fruits of the De Barao yellow tomato ripen late, the harvest is harvested only in autumn.
Orange De Barao tomatoes have a medium late ripening period. From the moment the seeds are planted to the ripening of the fruits, it takes about 110 days. New branches appear as the plant grows, so the crop can be harvested until the very frost. It brings a good harvest not only in the greenhouse, but also in the open field, provided that the care is correct. Up to 10 kg can be harvested from one bush. Resistant to temperature changes, shade tolerates. Ripe tomatoes have a bright orange color, elongated small shape. The weight of one tomato is about 100 g.
All varieties of De Barao tomatoes can be used for winter preparations, added to salads and consumed fresh. The fruits are juicy and fleshy.
Secrets of disembarkation and care
There are peculiarities of growing seeds of an amazing variety of tomatoes. Seeds begin to sow at the end of February. Pour soil into the prepared container, a mixture of clay and sand is best suited, and place the seeds. The container is covered with a film to create a greenhouse effect.
The first shoots should appear within a week. As soon as several leaves appear, the plant must be dived. It is best to plant seedlings in open ground at the beginning of the summer period.
Each bush should be far from another, the distance should be at least a meter. They are planted in pits with a depth of at least 15 cm, best in the evening. After that pour plenty of warm water. After two weeks, you need to sprinkle with fertilizers. By this time, the plant will already take root well.
Growing outdoors or in a greenhouse requires some knowledge to keep your plants healthy and productive. In a greenhouse, the plant can grow to a large height.
De Barao tomato requires pinching. As the plant grows, new side branches appear, which must be removed in time. As a result, you need to leave two strong, healthy stems. In order for the bush to hold well, it is necessary to design a support.
The plant has a strong root system, a high stem, so you need to water it often enough. One bush should take 2-3 buckets of water every four days. Only the base needs to be watered. If water gets on the stem or leaves, it is more likely to catch an infection.
The De Barao variety is resistant to late blight, but a fungal disease can overtake during the period of prolonged does and low air temperatures. The leaves are affected first, and then the fruits. The disease spreads slowly, so you need to take action in time.
