Description and growing guidelines for the Raspberry Paradise tomato

The most sought-after and unique tomato variety is the Raspberry Paradise. This variety has an unusual sweet flavor and a vibrant raspberry color.

The Raspberry Paradise variety has won numerous awards at agricultural exhibitions and is a favorite among professional vegetable growers and large tomato producers. The variety description allows novice gardeners to become familiar with all the intricacies and peculiarities of caring for and growing the crop.

General characteristics of the variety

The Raspberry Paradise variety is a hybrid, classified as an indeterminate variety. It is grown both outdoors and in greenhouses and hotbeds. In greenhouses, the bush grows large and spreading, sometimes reaching 2 meters in height. In open ground, the plant has a more compact appearance, averaging 1–1.5 meters in height.

A mature plant has a strong, massive stem. Its foliage is moderately sized, regular in shape, and dark green. Experienced vegetable growers recommend staking and tying the bushes, as the stems are under significant strain during fruit ripening.

The tomatoes ripen evenly and uniformly, with three to five on each cluster. They are crimson with a pink tint. They grow to be quite large and round in shape. A single fruit can weigh 500–650 g.

Ribbed grooves are clearly visible around the base of the tomato stem. The fruit's description has a distinctive feature: the Raspberry Paradise tomato has a matte, medium-thick skin. Experts note that most other varieties of the vegetable crop have a shiny surface, unlike the Raspberry Paradise variety. This skin effectively protects the fruit from cracking, so the harvest can be stored in a cool, well-ventilated area for up to 3-4 weeks.

The Raspberry Paradise variety tolerates long-distance transportation well. Green fruits can ripen perfectly at room temperature, but a slight sourness may develop in the flavor.

The flavor description of this tomato variety suggests that the fruits contain higher levels of sugar than other varieties. This characteristic gives them a unique, soft, honey-like flavor and aroma with a fruity undertone. This variety is a favorite among children and connoisseurs of original salads with a slightly sweet flavor. The fruits of Raspberry Paradise have juicy, tender flesh that seems to melt in the mouth.

A brief description and characteristics of the variety provide a complete picture of the crop:

• grown in open ground or under film;
• representative of the early maturing group;
• belongs to sweet varieties;
• universal use of the crop: suitable for making pasta, lecho, juice, dressing and pickling;
• has good yield;
• resistant to many diseases.

The variety description indicates that it is sensitive to temperature fluctuations and frost-tolerant. For good growth and a bountiful harvest, the plant requires well-fertilized soil.

Growing rules

Although Siberian breeders developed the Raspberry Paradise variety for both open-ground and greenhouse cultivation, the variety description recommends that gardeners in northern regions grow this tomato variety under plastic film, as it is frost-sensitive.

The seed packaging contains a full description of the variety and care instructions. Tomatoes are grown using seedlings, so before planting, the seeds must be prepared as follows:

1. Soak in a growth stimulator to further activate the planting material.
2. Soak the seeds in a weak solution of potassium permanganate. This will help prevent diseases and pests in the future.

You can create your own seeding soil by mixing soil with peat, humus, and river sand. Sow the seeds in a special container. Planting takes place at the end of March.

Place the seedling box in a well-lit, draft-free area. Water the young sprouts with warm, settled water from a spray bottle. As soon as a couple of strong leaves appear on the sprouts, you can transplant them into peat pots.

At 50 days old, the seedlings are hardened off by taking them outside for 1-2 hours. They are planted in peat pots, covered well with soil, and mulched. Further care consists of regular watering, fertilizing, and loosening the soil.

The variety description indicates that the seedlings are ready for planting outdoors in the first half of June. They can be planted in a greenhouse at the end of May.

Raspberry Paradise tomatoes have received overwhelmingly positive reviews from both amateur and professional gardeners. This variety boasts excellent flavor, produces a bountiful harvest, and is easy to grow.