The work of breeders does not stand still. Not long ago they developed an amazing variety of tomatoes called truffle. The unusual appearance of its fruits and amazing taste arouse the interest of even avid gardeners. The truffle series is quite diverse; they can be red, black and yellow. Despite the fact that in some regions it can only be grown under cover, truffle tomatoes are cultivated everywhere.
Japanese truffle orange
The orange truffle variety is a medium-sized bush up to 120 cm in height. It differs from other varieties of this variety in the early ripening of fruits, which occurs 100 days after the appearance of sprouts. The fruits of this variety are collected in small clusters of 5-7 pieces. Pear-shaped tomatoes have barely noticeable ribbing. At the moment of full ripening, their skin acquires a bright orange color. It protects the dense pulp well from environmental influences, so vegetables retain their attractiveness for a long time. The weight of one vegetable ranges from 150 to 200 grams. It is used both fresh and canned, but with the exception of making juices due to its high dry matter content.
Japanese golden truffle
Tomato bushes of this variety are strong and tall, the stems grow up to 180 cm in height. They are varieties with medium ripening periods; the fruits can be enjoyed 125-135 days after germination of the seedlings.To obtain a bountiful harvest, it is recommended to shape the bushes and tie them to a trellis. Up to 5 clusters can form on one healthy stem, each containing either 5 or 6 tomatoes. The weight of the fruit varies within 100 grams. Pear-ribbed or squash-shaped tomatoes attract attention with their decorative properties and excellent taste. The sweet, juicy pulp is covered with a dense skin, the color of which acquires a golden-orange hue by the time it is fully ripe.
Japanese truffle pink
The variety is a medium-sized bush with medium-early fruit ripening. The bushes grow up to one and a half meters in height and form up to 10 clusters at the same time, each of which contains 6-7 tomatoes. Their ripening occurs 130-135 days after the appearance of the first shoots. Tomatoes gain weight up to 150 grams. The pear-shaped shape has slight ribbing. The skin of ripe tomatoes is bright pink. It protects well the dense sweet pulp with a slight sourness. The use of tomatoes is universal.
Japanese truffle black
Black truffle tomato bushes are medium-sized, their height can reach 150-160 cm. The stems are strong, with a large number of dark green leaves. Tomatoes are collected in bunches of 5-6 pieces each. The fruits ripen 105-110 days from the moment the first shoots appear. Brown or black tomatoes weigh around 120 grams and are one-dimensional. The dense, juicy pulp has a sweet taste, with no acid at all. The shape of the fruit is the same as that of other representatives of truffles. The harvest is stored for a long time and is used to prepare fresh salads and preparations for the winter.
Japanese red truffle
An indeterminate variety, the bushes of which grow up to two meters in height. The bush contains a large number of leaves, among which bright brushes with fruits stand out. One bunch contains on average 6 tomatoes. Their maturation occurs 3.5-4 months after seedling germination. Slight ribbing on pear-shaped tomatoes gives the crop a similarity to a truffle mushroom. Delicate sweet and sour pulp is covered with a slab-like skin of rich red color. Suitable for universal use. Valued by gardeners for its good keeping quality and high resistance to diseases.
Japanese truffle yellow
Refers to mid-season varieties, the fruits of which begin to ripen 3-3.5 months from the beginning of the growing season. In a greenhouse, the bushes grow up to 180 cm in height, in open areas - up to 150 cm. Pear-shaped tomatoes are collected in clusters of 6-7 pieces. Pear-shaped tomatoes with vertical ribs have a sweet taste, with a spicy, barely noticeable sour taste. The tender, juicy pulp is covered with a yellow-orange skin.
Even beginners can grow tomatoes with gastronomic taste and unusual appearance. The choice of variety depends on the preference of the individual.
