Siberian early ripening tomato

Due to the fact that in the modern world the number of varieties of tomatoes has increased, it has become more difficult for gardeners to choose a variety that is suitable for planting and growing. Of the earliest, Siberian early ripening tomato can be noted. It is most suitable for growing in cold climates, so it is very fond of gardeners, mainly in the middle and even northern strip. It grows equally well in greenhouses, and covered with foil and just in the garden bed. The type of soil used does not affect the yield in any way, the Siberian early ripening tomato is popular precisely because of its characteristics. But in order to be sure of the choice, it is worth learning more about the Siberian early ripening tomato variety.

Siberian early ripening tomato: variety photo

Siberian early ripening tomato: variety description and characteristics

Because of how it grows and further develops, the Siberian early ripening tomato variety belongs to determinant ones (their development stops at some point in time, so they do not constantly grow). Its aerial part stops growing, reaching 35-85 cm in height, which makes it possible to grow early Siberian Tomatoes in small greenhouses. Gardeners who grow this plant variety in different soils disagree about it. On the bushes of the Siberian early ripening tomato variety, grown in a greenhouse, the very first inflorescences appear above 9-10 leaves, then the next ones - after 1-2 leaves.

The stem of an adult, mature Siberian early ripening tomato plant can reach 55-95 cm in height. From one bush of this variety, you can collect about 1-1.3 kg of tomatoes, and from one square. meters - about 10-11 kg.

And for open ground, the numbers are slightly different. The first inflorescences appear after 6-8 leaves, the next - also after 1-2 leaves. But the stem grows lower. Its height is 30-55 cm. The yield of Siberian early ripening tomato from a bush reaches 600 grams of fruit, from one square meter. meters - 7 kg.

In order to describe in general the main characteristics of the early-ripening Siberian tomato variety, it is better to start this with a story about the appearance of this variety.

The height of the bushes of tomatoes of the Siberian early ripening variety is small, so they can not be formed or tied up. A distinctive feature of these tomatoes is their large foliage. The leaves are medium in size and green in color. Siberian early-ripening tomatoes do not form a bole.
But the plant ripens early, the first fruits can be harvested after 120-135 days from the germination of seedlings.

Siberian early ripening tomato: variety photo

The shape of Siberian early ripening tomatoes is round, they grow large, slightly ribbed. The weight of one fruit can be 100-110 grams.

The smell of Siberian early ripening tomatoes is very pleasant, the pulp is tasty, and the purpose is very diverse. They can be used to prepare not only hot dishes and salads, but also any preparations. Due to their rather dense skin, they do not crack during salting, as well as during transportation. Of course, summer residents speak differently about the taste of this variety: for some it is no different from many others, for others it has an unusual taste. However, this does not at all diminish all the other advantages of the early-ripening Siberian tomato.

This plant is very resistant to diseases and pests, it copes well with the tobacco mosaic virus (TMV). But brown spotting quite easily affects this variety.

One of the advantages of early-ripening Siberian tomato, and especially for those that grow in unstable climates, is the simultaneous return of the entire crop. And even if there is much more of it than expected, this is not a problem. You can store it by making tomato sauce or juice - they will taste excellent. Therefore, many who grow this variety always mention this very advantage.

So that the Siberian early ripening tomatoes can be stored longer, it is better to place them tightly in boxes and close them well. Do not forget that the fruits are laid only dry and with the stalks up. If you adhere to these rules, then the harvested crop will lie for about 2 months.

Some summer residents say about the lack of competitiveness in relation to new types of tomatoes of the Siberian early ripening variety, as about their disadvantage. But experienced gardeners, on the contrary, believe that good yields and the ability to calmly survive temperature changes are the main thing for tomatoes (as mentioned earlier, you can collect 10 kg of excellent fruits from one square meter).

How to properly grow this variety of tomatoes

Siberian early ripening tomatoes: variety photo

You can grow a Siberian early ripening tomato both in the open field and in a greenhouse. However, the seedlings themselves will still have to be grown under cover.

Do not forget that tomatoes grow smaller in greenhouses. But in the open field they are equally large, of course, subject to proper care. In addition, they keep their presentation well, because they do not crack.
If the method of growing in greenhouse conditions is chosen, then the seeds of the Siberian early ripening tomato should be planted around March-April. Immediately before planting, they must be hardened and processed. It is better to disinfect them with special means, it is good to add preparations for the fungus, so that the seedlings can resist infections.

The seeds of the Siberian early ripening tomato are planted in the ground to a depth of at least 1 cm. The container also needs to be disinfected. The soil mixture is also treated with special preparations, and also warmed up. This is done to kill germs.

When all the procedures have been carried out, the seeds of the Siberian early ripening tomato are planted, the soil must be watered periodically and wait for the first shoots to appear. They sprout pretty well, usually there are no problems with seedlings.

Of course, you should also pay attention to the producers, they must be checked, then there will be no reason to worry about the quality of the seeds.

Subsequently, care for the Siberian early ripening tomato variety consists in systematic watering and fertilization. The saplings are dived after the germination of the first 2 true leaves. Tying the bushes of the plant to the supports should be done only when grown in a greenhouse.

On a garden bed in open ground, transplanting seedlings is carried out in May - June, paying attention to the weather. For this period, the seedlings should be approximately 50-65 days. This variety prefers light soil, slightly acidic, slightly moist. 10 grams of superphosphate must be added to the wells just before planting. The optimal distance between the holes is 0.5 m, and between the rows - 35 cm.
The early maturing Siberian tomato, when grown in the beds, needs the formation of 3 stems. Those who have been planting this variety in their garden for a long time note another plus - it does not need pinching, because the fruit cluster always completes its main shoot. If the stepchildren are removed, the number of fruits may decrease, which will lead to a decrease in the total yield of tomatoes from the bush.
Watering tomatoes is best done in the evening and preferably with cool water.

The most important thing in caring for Siberian early ripening tomatoes is regular weeding, constant loosening and the introduction of useful fertilizers.

Siberian early ripening tomato: gardeners reviews about the variety

Siberian early ripening tomato: variety photo

According to the reviews of gardeners growing Siberian early ripening tomato, the plant practically does not get sick.However, the following diseases can still affect the early Siberian tomato. For example, Fusarium and Alternaria. They are disposed of by fungicidal treatment. The same method, as well as triazole agents, treat bushes with gray rot. And from late blight, a 10% solution of ordinary table salt or all the same fungicides are used.
The most common pests:

• nematode;
• wireworm;
• whitefly (mainly found when grown in a greenhouse);
• aphid;
• bear.

You can fight them with insecticides.

Now, knowing the main features of the Siberian early ripening tomato variety, you can decide whether it is suitable for you for growing, and if it is, how to plant it correctly, care for it and fight diseases and insect pests.

Siberian early ripening tomato: video about the variety