Description and characteristics of Giant tomato varieties for growing in greenhouses and open ground

Breeders are constantly discovering new varieties of vegetable crops with different sizes, shapes, flavors, and other characteristics. One popular development is the Giant tomato, which is larger in size than standard tomatoes.

General description and characteristics of tomatoes

Many Russian gardens grow large tomatoes weighing between 300g and 1kg. Fruit weight depends directly on the variety chosen and growing conditions. The yield of such tomatoes reaches 10-15 kg from one square meter of land. Thanks to its dense skin, the crop can withstand temperature fluctuations and is resistant to cracking.

Pros and cons

The main advantage of large varieties is the ability to produce a large harvest even from a small number of plants. The disadvantage of growing them is the increased maintenance requirements.

Varieties of Giant tomatoes

There are many different varieties suitable for both open ground and greenhouse cultivation. Each variety has its own unique characteristics.

Yellow giant

These tomatoes have a sweet flavor, weigh about 400 grams, and are a rich yellow color. Plants reach a height of 1.7 meters under favorable climate conditions. Ripening time is 110-120 days.

The variety belongs to the salad category, but is also suitable for fresh consumption, canning, processing and use in various dishes.

Giant of Cuba

A mid-season, indeterminate variety for greenhouse cultivation. Fruits weigh up to 300 g. The flat-round shape has a sweet flavor. Intensive fruiting occurs when 2-3 stems are formed. The harvest is versatile and can be stored for a long time without losing its original characteristics.

Gigantism

A versatile variety for planting in the ground or in a greenhouse. Fruits weigh up to 1 kg. The flesh is juicy, with minimal seeds. Its main advantage lies in its excellent taste.

Azure Giant F1

A hybrid variety with a medium yield. A single seedling produces up to 20 tomatoes weighing approximately 700 g. A distinctive feature is its distinctive color—dark purple with a chocolate tint. The flesh is a rich red, firm, and sweet. It has approximately five internal chambers.

Gigantella

A late-ripening variety with a long fruiting period. Yields reach 5-6 kg per square meter. Many gardeners prefer this variety for its good nutritional properties, thin skin, large size, marketable appearance, and high resistance to common diseases.

The Napa Giant

A tall, large-fruited tomato variety. Mature tomatoes weigh up to 500 g. The average bush height is 1.8 m. The best yield is achieved when seedlings are trained into a single stem. During cultivation, the stems must be secured to supports and any side shoots must be regularly removed.

Black Sea giant

A popular variety among gardeners, yielding fruits weighing between 300 and 700 grams. The Black Sea variety is suitable for growing in open ground and greenhouses. The bushes reach a height of 1.7 m, requiring support. The ripening fruit has juicy, fleshy flesh, and excellent flavor.

Radiant Giant

An easy-to-grow determinate vegetable. The flesh is plump, juicy, and sweet. When growing, consider its increased need for constant natural light and warm temperatures. If possible, it is recommended to sow the seeds in a greenhouse. Plants grow up to 1.2 m tall, have a medium spread, and semi-ruffled leaves.

Sweaters

The Sweater variety's fruits are distinguished by their elongated shape. Each cluster produces 6-8 ripening berries. The fruits are relatively light in weight, weighing 80-120 g. The harvest is primarily used for canning, but can also be eaten fresh. The flesh is fleshy and practically seedless.

Delicious

Delicious salad tomatoes weigh 600-700 g and yield in 110-115 days. Developed by American breeders, Delicious tomatoes boast crack-resistant, bright red skin, juicy flesh, and excellent flavor. These versatile tomatoes are suitable for fresh-picked consumption, canning, processing, and long-term storage.

Altai masterpiece

Altai Masterpiece is a mid-season variety grown in greenhouses and open ground. The yield is 4-5 kg ​​per bush. The skin does not crack and can withstand temperature fluctuations. During cultivation, shoots need to be removed and the fruit needs to be trained into 1-2 stems. The fruit is suitable for fresh consumption, canning, and the preparation of various dishes and sauces.

Raspberry Giant

An early-ripening, determinate variety. Fruits weigh up to 500 g, and can grow up to 18 kg per square meter. The standard variety has compact bushes that require no shaping. Stems grow strong and leafy. It can be grown in open ground under temporary cover or in greenhouses. The variety has moderate resistance to common diseases, including fusarium and alternaria.

King of the Giants

This general-purpose variety yields fruit 110 days after sowing. Fruit weights reach 850 g. Plant heights range from 1.8 to 2 m when grown in a greenhouse and up to 1.6 m when planted in open ground. Key advantages include increased disease and pest resistance, consistent and high yields, and low maintenance.

Sugar Giant

A standard variety, yielding up to 18 kg per square meter. This variety is prized for its ease of care.

Red Giant

This variety weighs 350-450 g. The flesh is juicy, with a distinct sweet flavor. Under favorable climate conditions and with regular care, the yield per plant can reach 5-6 kg. The main advantages of this variety are its versatility, tolerance to temperature fluctuations, and increased immunity to common diseases.

Novikov's Giant

This variety is characterized by large fruits weighing up to 900 g. The crop ripens on plants approximately 2 m tall. Ripe tomatoes acquire a rich crimson color and a round, slightly flattened shape. The dry matter content is approximately 5%. The flesh is juicy, sugary, and sweet. Fresh tomatoes are recommended not to be stored, but rather processed or consumed fresh.

Spanish Giant

This large-fruited variety produces tomatoes weighing over 500 g. Each stem produces 10-12 fruits. Plants reach 2-3 m in height. The tomatoes resemble plums with an elongated beak and are pale red in color. The pulp contains a high percentage of dry matter and a minimal number of seeds.

The harvest is suitable for fresh consumption, use in the preparation of various dishes, processing and canning.

Leningrad Giant

The main characteristics of this variety are its sweet flavor and large size. Each specimen weighs up to 400 g. The plants are standard, determinate, semi-spreading, and grow up to 0.8 m tall. When growing, it is recommended to train them into 1-2 stems.

Ural Giant

These tomatoes have orange-hued skin and a very sweet flavor. The flesh is juicy, ribbed, and fleshy. Each fruit weighs 700-800 g. Three to five ovaries form on a single cluster. The tomatoes are round in shape, with a flattened top.

Black giant

Tall plants produce tomatoes weighing up to 1 kg. This variety is suitable for growing outdoors and in greenhouses. The ripening period lasts approximately 60-80 days, depending on climate conditions. The bushes reach a height of 1.5 m and produce abundant, standard-shaped foliage.

Early giant F1

Planting a hybrid yields up to 15 kg per square meter of soil. A single specimen, with proper care, can weigh up to 1.5 kg. Best results are achieved when grown in greenhouse conditions. Determinate plants grow up to 1.2 m and require pruning of any side shoots.

The Giant of the Moscow Region

The heart-shaped, deep red fruits weigh up to 800 g. The harvest is suitable for a variety of uses, including fresh consumption, canning, and processing. The plants are tall and indeterminate.

Late giant

This late-ripening vegetable is suitable for greenhouse planting. Each plant yields approximately 5 kg. This variety is prized for its high resistance to common diseases typical of the Solanaceae family.

Cuneo, the giant pear

An indeterminate variety for greenhouse cultivation. Pear-shaped fruits weigh up to 300 g with proper care and a favorable climate. The bushes are vigorous and spreading, reaching a height of approximately 1.8-2 m. This variety requires the removal of side shoots and securing them to supports.

Gigantissimo

Tomatoes with juicy, fleshy flesh. This variety is prized for its distinct aroma, sweet flavor, early ripening, and versatility. Cultivation is permitted in greenhouses or open ground.

Giant Rose

The large fruits of this variety weigh approximately 400 g. The height of the plants reaches 1 m. During care, the bushes require tying.

Giant monster

These flat-round tomatoes weigh over 1 kg. The flesh is sweet and fleshy. This variety is considered mid-season and highly disease-resistant. The bushes are standard, reaching a height of about 1 m.

Giant Khokhol

This mid-early variety produces tomatoes weighing over 900g. When growing, the plants are trained into a single stem. The fruits are flat-round, with fleshy, sweet pulp. The number of seeds is minimal.

Sukhanov's Giant

An indeterminate variety for greenhouse cultivation. Plants reach a height of 1.8 m. During cultivation, tying to supports and pruning out growing shoots is required. High yields are achieved by training the plants in 2-3 stems.

French giant

This variety produces tomatoes weighing 500-800 g. The flesh is juicy and firm, with a distinct sweet honey flavor. The bushes grow up to 2 m tall and are semi-spreading. A single plant can yield up to 10 kg of fruit.

Pink sweater

An early variety for planting in open ground. The fruits are oblong and smooth. The flesh is fresh and very sweet. Pink Sweater is classified as a medium-sized variety.

Ukrainian giant

This mid-season variety yields a harvest in 125 days. The vegetables are disease-resistant and easy to care for. The fruits are flat-round, bright red, and average 300-500 g in weight. The harvest is suitable for fresh eating and pickling.

Jersey Giant

A tall, productive variety with a versatile purpose. Tomato bushes form into 1-2 stems. Staking is required during cultivation. The tomato plants weigh approximately 200 g. The fruit is elongated and pepper-shaped.

The Giant of Belgium

A high-yielding greenhouse variety. Tomatoes weigh 300-500 g. Up to three plants can be planted per square meter of land. The yield per plant exceeds 10 kg. When growing, they require pinching and securing to supports.

Reviews from experienced gardeners

Valery: “I constantly grow there are large tomatoes in the greenhouseI prefer them for their sweet taste and resistance to diseases."

Galina: "I planted several varieties on a friend's recommendation and was very pleased. One bush yielded over 10 kg of tomatoes."