Description of the Dorodny tomato, cultivation techniques, and reviews of the variety

The Dorodny tomato, which reviews note its high yield, is recommended for cultivation in open ground and greenhouses. The fruits of this variety are distinguished by their sweet taste and tender flesh, making them recommended for dietary and baby food.

Characteristics of the variety

The mid-early tomato variety Dorodny begins bearing fruit 101–116 days after germination. During the growing season, a bush develops, reaching a height of 100–150 cm, reaching 200 cm when grown in greenhouses.

The description and characteristics of the variety indicate the possibility of cultivating the plant in open ground conditions.

Description of fruits:

• The tomato is distinguished by its round, slightly flattened shape.
• When ripe, the tomatoes are raspberry-colored, fleshy, sweet in taste, weighing 300-800 g.
• It is recommended to include tomatoes in dietary and baby food.

Agrotechnical conditions for cultivation

The variety is grown using seedlings. Seeds are sown in March. To do this, place a thin layer of mineral wool on the bottom of the containers, then add soil and compact it, followed by the prepared seed.

Before sowing, the seeds are treated with an aloe vera water solution and a growth stimulant. This procedure helps boost the plant's immunity to fungal and viral diseases.

The seeds are placed on the soil surface and covered with 1 cm of peat or soil mulch. Water with warm water using a spray bottle, and cover the container with plastic wrap until the sprouts appear.

To develop seedlings, it's important to maintain a proper temperature regime. Until germination, maintain the temperature at 23–25°C. During sprout formation, warm the air to 15–16°C for 5–7 days, then increase it to 20–22°C.

When two true leaves have formed, transplant the seedlings into individual containers. Peat pots are best for this purpose, and are then transplanted to their permanent location. This method preserves the root system.

When 6-7 true leaves and at least one flower cluster have formed, the bushes are transplanted to open or protected soil. Bushes of this variety require staking.

During the growing season, it is recommended to apply mineral fertilizers in a timely manner according to the manufacturer’s schedule. To create a balance of moisture and air near the root system, the soil is loosened.

The soil is watered periodically. To minimize weed control, the soil is mulched with grass or special black fiber.

Recommendations and opinions of vegetable growers

Reviews from gardeners growing the Dorodny variety point to the ripe fruit's excellent taste, high yield, and the ability to be grown both indoors and outdoors.

Margarita Vorobyova, 57 years old, Barnaul:

"I purchased the Dorodny tomato seeds by mail. During cultivation, the tomatoes fully lived up to their stated characteristics. I grew the crop using seedlings. After treating the seeds with a potassium permanganate solution, I planted them in a container with prepared soil.

After two true leaves formed, I transplanted the seedlings into individual peat pots. This made it easier to transplant them to their permanent location. Seedling care consisted of watering, fertilizing, and providing supplemental lighting with an electric lamp. Before planting, I added compost to the holes and watered them to provide moisture to the root system. I planted the bushes in open ground. Throughout the growing season, they developed into tall plants. I trained the bushes into a single stem, periodically removing excess shoots. The variety impressed with its high yield. Some fruits reached 600 g. I ate them fresh and used them to make pasta.

Anatoly Mikhailov, 54 years old, Tula:

"A neighbor recommended the Dorodny tomato variety. I liked the raspberry-colored flavor and the high yield. Next season, I'll definitely plant more plants from the seeds I collected."