Description of the Honey-Sugar tomato variety, advantages and cultivation techniques, reviews

The Honey-Sugar tomato, whose description relates to its ability to be grown in the harsh Siberian conditions, is a mid-season variety. The fruit is amber-colored. These tomatoes are recommended for dietary use.

Advantages of the variety

The tomato, also known as Honey Dew, was developed by Siberian breeders. The plant is not a hybrid and produces fruit successfully in cold summers. The choice of cultivation method depends on the region's climate.

This variety belongs to the mid-season group of tomatoes, ripening in 110-115 days. The tomatoes are round, slightly flattened, with a smooth, glossy surface and a firm consistency. Fruits weigh up to 400 g. The variety's characteristics and description indicate a high, consistent yield. One bush yields 2.5-3 kg of tomatoes per season.

The tomatoes have a wonderful aroma and a sweet, sugary, honey-like taste. When ripe, the fruits are creamy yellow. A horizontal cut reveals five chambers containing seeds.

Tomatoes are designed for long-term storage and can be transported over long distances. In cooking, tomatoes recommended for baby and dietary nutrition are used fresh in salads.

Agricultural technology of cultivation

To ensure a good harvest, it is recommended to grow tomatoes from seedlings. Seed preparation for sowing begins two months before the expected date of transplanting to a permanent location.

For seedlings, you can use containers or individual peat pots. Seeds are planted at a depth of 1.5–2 cm. To increase germination, it is recommended to use a growth stimulator.

The formation of healthy planting material requires a constant source of light, an air temperature of +23 °C and abundant watering, which is best done using a drip method using a sprinkler.

A week before planting, harden off the formed seedlings. It is recommended to expose the plants to fresh air for 20 minutes at first, gradually increasing the time to 2 hours.

When planting in the ground, seedlings are placed at a distance from each other, at the rate of 3 bushes per 1 m². The plant requires removal of excess shoots and foliage. To increase the yield, it is recommended to form bushes into 1 stem.

The Honey Dews variety grows to a height of 0.8–1.5 m and requires additional support. Under favorable conditions, the plant can produce up to 7 clusters.

The plant requires additional feeding with complex or mineral fertilizers according to the manufacturer's recommendations. Water the plant regularly with warm water, at least once every 5 days.

Loosening the soil and timely weeding contribute to increasing crop yield.

Opinions and recommendations of vegetable growers

The Honey-Sugar tomato, reviews of which indicate its popularity among vegetable growers, is distinguished by its taste and moderate cultivation requirements.

Alexander Spiridonov, 61 years old, Nikolaevsk-on-Amur:

"Last year, while choosing tomato seeds for seedlings, I noticed a photo of the Honey Dew tomato. As a result, I was able to grow delicious fruits with a rich honey flavor. I harvested about 4 kg of tomatoes from the bush. The key is to maintain proper spacing between plants when planting, as they tend to form branchy bushes. Therefore, periodic side-sonning is necessary. Regular feeding and watering are necessary to maintain the yield. The children really enjoyed the fruits; they ate them with relish. I should also note that the tomatoes did not cause any allergies."

Valeria Mikhailova, 46 years old, Irkutsk:

"I grew honey tomatoes in a greenhouse specifically for my child, following a recommendation from colleagues. My daughter loves them and eats them with relish. The plant is exactly as pictured; the fruits look like drops of amber among the green foliage. Over the course of the growing season, the bush produced six clusters of fruit. The variety is easy to grow. The key is to plant the seedlings, water them, and fertilize them promptly. The tomatoes retain their flavor well after harvesting for a long period and can be transported long distances."