The tomato variety “Raspberry Giant” is famous for its taste and size. He conquers gardeners with his interesting color, taste and yield.
In this article we will explain how to grow a tomato “Raspberry Giant”, a description of the variety and features of care.
"Raspberry giant": description and characteristics of the variety
Tomato “Raspberry Giant” - a determinant variety, the cultivation of which does not require growth control, therefore, it will not be necessary to pinch growth points. Unlike shtambovyh varieties of tomatoes, the bush at the “Crimson giant” of large sizes. The stem is strong, strong, well leafy, and can be from 50 to 100 cm in height, grows up to 70 cm on average. The brushes of a tomato are fan-shaped, there may be up to 12 on a bush.
Tomatoes can be grown both in the open field and in the greenhouse. For open ground, the following varieties of tomatoes are perfect: Batyana, Honey drop, Maryina Roshcha, Shuttle, Novich.
The root system is well developed, with the growth does not deepen. The leaves are large, in shape the same as in most tomatoes, dark green. According to the structure, they are wrinkled, without pubescence.
Did you know? The tomatoes themselves are pink, often their color resembles raspberries, for which this variety got its name.The “Raspberry Giant” has a simple intermediate type of inflorescence, the first is formed above the 5-6 leaf, and after that they go already with an interval of two leaves. Flowers usually 7-8 pieces, do not tear off them. The stem of a tomato has a joint, so large fruit sizes are excellent.
Raspberry Giant Tomato - an early ripe variety. When they mature, they do not crack. Tomato seed is very small. The first harvest can already be collected in 90 days from the moment when the main shoots appeared. With one square meter you can collect from 18 kg of fruit, one bush brings an average of 6 kg. The probability of getting common diseases is average, for example, late blight tomato does not have time to get sick, because the crop is harvested before the temperature drops.
Selection of seed
When choosing a seed, you need to make a start from several factors. Always specify the conditions under which the variety you like is grown, because greenhouses will grow poorly if planted in open ground. Also consider your growing region, in cold climates in your area, choose winter-hardy varieties. 
When purchasing any seed material, including the “Raspberry Giant” tomato, be sure to find out what characteristic of the variety is in order to find the type you need, because each type has its own taste, weight, size and purpose.
How to plant "Raspberry Giant"
To grow the variety “Crimson Giant”, it will need to pay a lot of care and attention if you want to get a good yield from the plant. Before planting, it is necessary to prepare the seeds, soil and sow tomato seeds correctly.
Seed preparation
From the proper preparation of tomato seeds will depend a lot on its cultivation. First of all, you need to select healthy, not damaged seeds. After that, be sure to disinfect them in a weak solution of potassium permanganate for 2 hours. After the deadline, rinse the seeds in warm water. Soak seeds in growth solution before planting. 
Soil preparation
For good growth, the soil must be fertile, enriched with air and low in acidity. Sandy or loamy soil is best suited for growing tomatoes.
How to sow the seeds of the "Crimson Giant"
The tomato “Raspberry Giant” does not differ much from other varieties in its cultivation technology; therefore, the seeds are planted in March. For this you need to prepare a wooden box with a substrate. Earth and humus mix in equal parts. Humus is best suited crumbly and loose. 30 g of superphosphate and a glass of ash are also added as a fertilizer. After you have sown the seeds in a box, sprinkle them on top with a layer of 8 mm of earth. 
After that, pour them through a sieve with a weak solution of potassium permanganate. The seed box is best placed on the windowsill on the sunny side. Every 2 days it is necessary to check the soil for moisture. If the ground is dry, pour warm water over the seeds. After 7 days you can already see the first shoots.
Growing tomato: how to care for seedlings
Seedlings recommended to feed every 14 days. To do this, mix 20 g of superphosphate in 10 liters of water. As shoots grow, they need to be transplanted into separate containers. 
In warm weather, it is recommended to put the seedlings on the street, so that young plants gradually adapted.
Important! In this case, in any case, do not put the seedlings in direct sunlight, otherwise the seedlings may simply burn.
When and how to plant seedlings in the ground
Planted seedlings can be in early June. Evening time of day is best suited for this business, so there is a greater chance that the plants will be accepted. The hole is dug up on the bayonet of the shovel. The distance between the holes should be at least 90 cm. As a top dressing, humus can be added to the prepared well.
The best precursors for tomatoes will be: zucchini, cucumbers, carrots, cabbage, dill, parsley.
Important! In order to protect the “Raspberry giant” from frost, carefully study the description of your variety and prepare plastic wrap and carcass. If necessary, cover the seedlings to protect the plants from freezing.
Proper care of the variety
Caring for the “Raspberry Giant” is quite simple, but it should be done in a timely manner. Proper garter, dressing, watering tomatoes are all you need to know about caring for a plant.
Tomato garter
Although tomatoes of the “Raspberry Giant” variety grow only up to a meter in height, it is necessary to make them a garter. It is best to install the stakes as soon as the seedlings are planted, otherwise the plant root system may be damaged. As soon as the stem of the tomato begins to sag to the side, they should be tied up. 
Rules for feeding and watering
The first feeding should be done a week after planting seedlings. Last year’s leaves are well suited for this. Powder the ground around the tomatoes with them, and by the end of July they will rot, and the tomatoes will get the necessary nutrients. Feeding can be done with a solution of manure. Watering need tomatoes as needed when the ground is dry. Watering should be abundant.
Tomato "Raspberry Giant": merits and demerits of the variety
The tomato “Raspberry giant” has many advantages: large and tasty fruits, high yield, early ripeness, presentation. All those who planted this sort of tomato, noted that he had virtually no flaws. During cold or heat treatment, useful properties are not lost. 
The only thing that can be noted is not in favor of this type of tomato, - “Raspberry giant” is not the best option for conservationSince the main feature of the variety is the large size of the fruits. Isolated cases of diseases are also sometimes found.
Now you know everything about the “Raspberry Giant” tomato and you can safely try to grow it on your own plot. As you can see from the article, no special skills are required for this. But the tomato “Raspberry Giant” has good reviews among gardeners, and the taste of its fruits will certainly delight you.
