Kitaru

Tomato Kitaru (KS 14) F1 — this is an early-maturing, large-fruited indeterminate hybrid developed by the Dutch company Kitano Seeds. The plant is tall with a compact structure, short internodes, and a strong root system, ensuring high growth energy and resilience even under stressful conditions. The culture is sun-loving and well-tolerates elevated temperatures, making it suitable for cultivation in open ground, temporary shelters, and plastic greenhouses during spring-summer and summer-autumn periods. The fruits of tomato Kitaru have a round, even shape and an attractive pearly-pink color. The average weight of one fruit is 220–250 grams. The flesh is dense, sweet, with excellent taste qualities, making the tomatoes ideal for fresh consumption. The fruits are not prone to cracking, have good storability and transportability, ensuring their preservation during transportation and storage. The Kitaru hybrid is characterized by high yield and the ability to form fruits well even under adverse conditions. The plant reliably retains fruit set and does not drop it under stress, contributing to a stable harvest. Thanks to its characteristics, this tomato is an excellent choice for commercial cultivation on the fresh vegetable market, as well as for home gardens that value the quality, taste, and reliability of the crop.