CARTIER

Tomato Cartier F1 is a mid-early, indeterminate hybrid developed by the French breeding company Clause. This variety features a short maturation period — fruits are ready for harvest 67-70 days after transplanting seedlings. Plants exhibit strong growth and good leafing, contributing to stable and high yields. Cartier F1 is recommended for cultivation using seedling method in open ground on fertile, light soils rich in organic matter. The variety is low-maintenance but requires attention to pest and disease prevention. Tomatoes of Cartier F1 have bright red color, flattened-round shape, and uniform size without green spots. Average weight of one tomato reaches 250 grams with dimensions of about 8.9 by 7.5 cm. The fruit skin is dense, and the flesh is juicy with pleasant sweet flavor and rich aroma. Tomatoes tolerate long-distance transportation due to dense structure and retain their market appearance during storage for up to one month without quality loss. These characteristics make the variety versatile — fruits are suitable for fresh consumption as well as processing into paste or ketchup. Cartier F1 demonstrates high resistance to several diseases, including fusarium, verticillium, nematodes, cladosporeiosis, tobacco mosaic virus, and yellow leaf curl virus. The hybrid adapts well to hot conditions and shows adaptability in various climatic zones. Thanks to these qualities, Tomato Cartier F1 is an excellent choice for cultivation both in open ground and in protected environments, ensuring stable and high-quality yields.