ORANGE HEART

The tomato variety 'Orange Heart' is an indeterminate plant with a strong, moderately spreading, and densely leafy bush reaching up to 1.8 meters in height. This variety is early-maturing or medium-early, entering fruiting stage around day 105-115 after sowing. For successful cultivation, trellises or stakes are recommended, along with pinching and topping above the 14th-15th leaf, which promotes high-quality yields both in open ground and in plastic greenhouses.

The fruits of 'Orange Heart' tomato are large, weighing from 120 to 500 grams, with a rounded-heart shape and noticeable ribbing at the stem attachment. Their color changes from pale yellow with a green spot in the technical ripening stage to bright orange-yellow when fully ripe. The flesh is juicy, sweet, and meaty, with a low seed count, making this variety especially attractive for salad use and tomato juice preparation. The flavor is characterized by intense sweetness with subtle fruity notes and a delicate aroma, and its high sugar content makes it suitable for children’s diets.

The variety exhibits good resistance to major tomato diseases such as alternaria leaf spot, cladosporiosis, and tobacco mosaic virus, as well as moderate resistance to phytophthora. Yield ranges from 3 to 5 kilograms per plant, making it a high-yielding choice for home gardens and greenhouse cultivation. Due to its excellent flavor and versatility, 'Orange Heart' tomato is an outstanding option for both hobbyists and professional gardeners.