ALTAI LAMP

Tomato 'Lamp' — a mid-early, semi-determinate variety, suitable for cultivation in open ground and under plastic covers. Plants reach a height of 65–90 cm and require staking and pruning, typically to 1–2 stems with the growing point transferred to a lateral branch after the 6th–8th fruiting cluster. Seedlings are planted at a spacing of 40x40 cm, and for successful cultivation, magnesium and potassium fertilizers are recommended during the vegetative and fruiting stages. Harvesting is done as fruits ripen, and underripe fruits can be ripened off the plant.

The fruits of tomato 'Lamp' have a characteristic pear-shaped form, resembling traditional light bulbs, slightly ribbed and firm, weighing 90–125 grams. Their flesh is juicy, moderately succulent, with a high sugar content of up to 5.6%, giving the fruits a sweet taste with a slight acidity. There are few seeds in the fruits, making them especially convenient for fresh consumption and whole-fruit canning. Due to their low water content, these tomatoes have excellent storage qualities and can be kept until the end of December.

The 'Lamp' variety is characterized by high yield — up to 8 kg of marketable fruit per square meter, resistance to cracking, and low maintenance requirements. Mass ripening occurs on day 110–120 after germination, making this tomato suitable for both fresh consumption in salads and for winter preservation. Thanks to its flavor qualities and versatility, tomato 'Lamp' is a popular choice among gardeners and home canners.