Description of the Grandma's Kiss tomato and recommendations for growing the plant

The Grandma's Kiss tomato is a favorite among gardeners. Many farmers prefer to grow early-ripening tomato varieties. This choice is driven by the fact that many regions of the country lack the necessary climatic conditions for the long-term cultivation of cold-sensitive vegetables like tomatoes.

One of the popular early-ripening subspecies is the "Grandmother's Kiss" tomato. However, before buying seeds and growing the tomato, it's important to familiarize yourself with the variety's description and read at least a few reviews from gardeners.

Characteristics of the variety

Characteristics and description of the variety:

1. Belongs to early ripening ones.
2. Mature bushes can grow up to 1-1.5 m in height, so they need to be tied up in a timely manner to avoid stem breakage.
3. The Grandmother's Kiss tomato differs from other members of the family in its unusual coloring: it is yellow.
4. Tomatoes are characterized by a flattened, round shape and slightly grainy skin.
5. The weight of the fruits can be about 400 g, the yield is good.

These tomatoes have a rich flavor and can be eaten raw or used in various dishes and salads where vegetables are the key ingredient. This variety is not recommended for canning due to its large size.

How to grow tomatoes?

Let's look at the planting and seed preparation process. It's recommended to start growing seedlings in mid-spring so they can be planted in their permanent location by early summer. Tomato planting occurs in several stages.

The seeds must be prepared for sowing by soaking them. To do this, they are placed in small cloth bags and placed in warm water. Soaking lasts for 12 hours, with the water changed every 3-4 hours.

Growing seedlings doesn't require soil that's rich in nutrients; a small amount of minerals is sufficient. Young seedlings require different care. Seeds should be planted in soil composed of sand and sawdust—these have all the necessary physical properties.

Experts recommend planting seeds in small peat pots to ensure a smooth transition from seedling to seedling. The seeds are placed in small holes (no more than 1.5 cm deep), then completely covered with soil and watered.

The plants are placed in a warm and bright room, which is important because if there is insufficient light, the tomato stems will not develop correctly. It is necessary to provide 15 hours of daylight.

Transplantation into open ground is carried out only after the end of night frosts. At low temperatures, crop yields drop sharply.

Let's look at how to choose a site for growing tomatoes. The site determines the plant's development and yield. Tomatoes love warmth and light, so it's important to provide the plants with both by planting them in areas with ample sun throughout the day. Consider south-facing slopes: they warm up better, and the plants grow faster there.

Preparing the plot for growing tomatoes should begin in the fall. The soil should be enriched with all the necessary minerals and loosened.

Planting begins with holes 10-15 cm deep, spaced at least 50 cm apart. Once all the holes are dug, the seedlings are placed vertically and covered with soil. A support should be placed near each bush to which the stems will be tied later.

Reviews from those who have grown a particular variety are often a key factor when choosing a variety. The "Babushkin Kiss" variety is no exception. Numerous positive reviews can be found online. Gardeners primarily praise the number of fruits harvested per bush and their taste. Many note that the bush not only reaches the stated height but sometimes grows up to 180 cm.