Tomato Cherry Negro F1 - description and characteristics of the variety

This interesting hybrid successfully combines 2 fashionable trends in gardening - the enthusiasm of summer residents for cherry tomatoes (cherries) and an interest in planting varieties with unusual dark fruits. In addition to the original appearance, they contain an increased level of vitamins and other substances useful to the human body. Tomato with a loud name "Cherry Negro" in the best way gathered all the best qualities of dark-fruited vegetables.

Characteristics and features of the hybrid

Indeterminate (tall) hybrid "Cherry Negro" - a tomato of early ripening. The plant is powerful, in closed ground grows up to 2 m. From the time of emergence to the start of harvesting 85-90 days pass. The originator is the Semko seed company. Recorded in the State Seed Register in 2015.

Tomatoes are small and medium, the size of a cherry. Mass - 25-30 gr. Tomatoes are round, a little ovoid in shape. The variety forms numerous, long brushes, which contain 15-20 fruits. They are dense, elastic with a short peduncle. Taste on top, tomatoes are very sweet. The flesh is juicy, brownish-green. Chameleon variety. The color of the fruit is dominated by dark brown shades. But there are green stripes and interspersed with dark red and purple spots.

Cherry Negro is a hybrid of the first generation F1, so the independent collection of seeds for the next season is simply impractical. Suitable for cultivation in both open and protected ground conditions (film, polycarbonate, glass greenhouses and tunnels).

Tomatoes are great for fresh consumption, preparation of original salads, whole-canning. They can be tumbled down on a fire, decorate various dishes, and even prepare an "unusual" jam. Widely used in restaurant cuisine. Suitable for sale in the markets of fresh vegetables, especially “on order”. And also for sale in trendy cafes and restaurants.

Hybrid Strengths

1. The high content in fruits of natural antioxidants - anthocyanins. And also the fruits of Cherry Negro are saturated with lycopene, vitamin C and healthy beta-carotene.
2. Due to its high growth and original dark fruits, a tomato can partially fulfill a decorative function. Simply put, serve as decoration of beds. Children often think that the fruits of this tomato are made of chocolate.
3. Brushes begin to form early - in the sinuses of 7-9 leaves on the stem.
4. High stable yield indicators - up to 10-12 kg of fruits per 1 sq. Km. m. in protected ground conditions. In open ground, indicators are 25-30% lower.
5. The ability to successfully tie fruit in adverse weather conditions.
6. The resistance of the variety to sharp fluctuations in temperature, the so-called "temperature swing".
7. It has a high resistance to viral and fungal diseases of tomatoes. In particular, to yellow curl of leaves, tobacco mosaic, Fusarium and verticillus wilting.
8. Cherry Negro can be grown in a bulk container even on the balcony.
9. The variety is characterized by a long fruiting period; it produces tomatoes almost the entire season.
10. Shelving and transportability of fruits at a high level.

The secrets of successfully growing a hybrid

1. The formation of the plant exclusively in one stem. Removal of lower leaves and regular removal of all stepsons along the entire length of the shoot.
2. Planting pattern should be 0.4 - 0.5 m between plants in a row and 0.7 - 1 m between rows.
3. At the end of the active growth of the bushes, pinch the tops of the stems of tomatoes.
4. Regular and thorough garter of vegetative shoots to trellis or supports.
5. Conducting several preventive treatments per season. A mixture of fungicide and insecticide is used to protect against pests and diseases.
6. Preparation of soil with the introduction of organic matter (rotted manure) before planting.
7. Sowing seeds for seedlings in late February - early March.
8. Watering seedlings exclusively warm, preferably with standing water.

Reviews of summer residents of the hybrid

1. Lyubov Rossinskaya, 30 years old: I love, I love cherry! And after meeting with the variety "Cherry Negro" I love black cherry. What are they delicious, sweet. And how many of them are on the bush. Plus, the unusual color makes them a welcome guest on any table. And when growing problems did not arise. The grade is super. Now I advise it to all the neighbors in the country!
2. Tomka, 34 years old: I love everything unusual. And of course, after the appearance of seeds of various "cherry trees" in stores, I plant them with pleasure on my site. I choose different varieties. Last year, a black woman landed. So as not to write a lot, I will say briefly - Wow! Everything is super-duper in this great variety. Taste, productivity, appearance - everything is on top!

Video: cherry tomatoes Negro F1