CALLIOPE

Calliope F1 — a high-yielding early determinate tomato hybrid with red fruits weighing between 170 and 190 grams. The fruits are characterized by their dense structure, vibrant deep red color, and high dry matter content, which ensures excellent taste. The plant is compact with a strong leaf canopy, promoting uniform fruit set and even ripening. The hybrid quickly colors and reaches marketable weight, making it convenient for transport and storage. Calliope is resistant to major tomato diseases, including late blight, tobacco mosaic virus, and other common diseases.

The Blaine Horton variety from the USA, also known as Calliope, is a medium-early, high-yielding tomato with rose-colored, plum-shaped fruits with a pearlescent sheen. The fruits are fleshy, with very dense structure and a sweet, rich flavor, with minimal seeds. Fruit weight varies from 100 to 250 grams depending on growing conditions. Plants reach up to one meter in height, have broad, wrinkled leaves, and require staking to support large fruits and prevent them from touching the ground.

Calliope shows good resistance to diseases and adverse weather conditions, but regular treatments are recommended to prevent late blight. The plant is not prone to excessive suckering, simplifying care and allowing focus on producing a high-quality yield. Due to its characteristics, this tomato is suitable for both open-field and protected cultivation, ensuring a stable and flavorful harvest.