This study investigates the phenotypic variability in horticultural and fruit quality attributes of tomatoes grown in plastic houses. Plastic house cultivation has become increasingly popular due to its ability to provide controlled environments for optimal crop growth. However, the extent of phenotypic variation in tomato plants and their resulting fruit quality attributes within such systems remains unclear. In this research, a comprehensive analysis of various horticultural parameters, including plant height, leaf area, fruit size, color, firmness, and sugar content, was conducted on a diverse population of plastic house grown tomatoes. The results revealed significant variations in these attributes, highlighting the potential for selecting and breeding tomato cultivars that exhibit desirable traits for plastic house production. This study contributes to our understanding of the phenotypic plasticity in tomato plants and provides valuable insights for tomato growers and breeders aiming to improve horticultural and fruit quality attributes in plastic house environments.

Phenotypic variability, horticulture, fruit quality

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