Mombasa — an early-maturing indeterminate tomato hybrid, intended for cultivation in protected ground. From mass germination to the first harvest, it takes 95-100 days. The plant is characterized by good leafiness and shortened internodes, which contribute to compactness and ease of formation. The first truss forms above the 7th-8th leaf, and subsequent trusses form every two leaves, ensuring even fruiting.
The fruits of tomato Mombasa have round or flat-round shape, smooth surface, and multi-chambered structure with thick pericarp and inter-chamber partitions. In the technical ripening stage, they have an olive hue, and upon full ripening, they acquire a rich dark red color. The average fruit weight is 180-230 grams, with individual specimens exceeding 300 grams. Tomatoes are distinguished by high uniformity in shape and size, which, together with excellent storability and transportability, makes them attractive for commercial cultivation and marketing.
The Mombasa hybrid exhibits high resistance to adverse environmental factors and several diseases, including tomato mosaic virus (ToMV), fusarium (PhLO), alternaria (Asc), fusarium (Fol), and bacterial infection (Pst). The recommended planting density is 3-4 plants per square meter, with optimal formation in one or two stems. The yield of the hybrid reaches 24-26 kg per square meter, indicating its high productivity and efficiency in protected ground conditions.
