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In the northern regions, the cold climate does not allow growing tomatoes with a long growing season. For such areas, breeders develop hybrids and varieties that are resistant to low temperatures. A striking example is Siberian tomato a trump card that brings a good harvest even in difficult weather conditions.
Let's get acquainted with the variety
According to the ripening period, characteristics and description of the variety, the Siberian Trump tomato belongs to the mid-season crop. Ripe fruits appear no earlier than 110 days after the sprouts appear. The tomato variety was bred by Siberian breeders for growing in open beds. According to the structure of the bush, the tomato belongs to the determinant group. The plant grows spreading with a stem length of up to 80 cm.
The plant is formed with one or two trunks. In the second case, the stepson is left under the first peduncle. Tying the tomato to a support is required. The stem cannot support the weight of the fruit on its own. Productivity is stable. Fruits set in poor weather conditions, low light, and differences in night and day temperatures.
It is better to grow Siberian Trump tomatoes with seedlings.Sowing of seeds begins at least 50 days before planting in the garden. Before sowing, it is advisable to soak tomato grains in a growth stimulator. The nutrient solution will speed up germination, improve the ovary and strengthen the immunity of the tomato. Siberian Trump seedlings are grown at a temperature of about +25OC. Planting scheme - 1 m2 four, or preferably three plants. Tomato responds well to regular abundant watering, fertilizing with organic matter and complex fertilizers.
Fruit parameters
In the photo, the Siberian Trump tomato does not seem small, and it is. The variety is considered large-fruited. Tomatoes of the lower tier of the bush can grow weighing up to 700 g. The average weight of the fruit varies from 300 to 500 g. The shape of the tomato is round, very flattened. The walls are ribbed. Large flaws are rare. The ripe pulp acquires a bright red color with a raspberry tint. The fruit is fleshy, dense and highly saturated with juice.
Tomatoes can be stored and transported. The fruits are characterized by good taste. The main direction of tomatoes is salad. The vegetable is being processed. The fruits make delicious juice, thick ketchup and paste. The tomato is not suitable for canning due to its large size.
Growing seedlings
In the south, it is allowed to sow grains directly into the garden bed. In cold areas, Siberian Trump tomatoes are grown as seedlings:
- If the seeds have not been pre-prepared by the manufacturer, they are sorted, treated and soaked in a growth stimulator. Sowing time is determined by the weather conditions of the region. Approximately 7 weeks are counted down until the end of the night frosts.
- Tomato seeds are immersed in prepared soil to a depth of 1–1.5 cm. The boxes are covered with film, placed in a warm place and the soil is watered as it dries.The emergence of tomato seedlings is expected in 1–2 weeks, which depends on the quality and preparation of the seeds.
- Tomato seedlings are grown in good lighting with phytolamps. The minimum distance from the light source to the seedlings is 10 cm. Tomatoes are provided with a daily light requirement for 16 hours. 24-hour lighting will not benefit tomatoes. At night the lamps are turned off.
- After forming two leaves, the tomatoes are dropped into cups, where they continue to grow until planted in the garden. At this time, the plants are fed.
- Tomato seedlings will be ready for planting after the formation of 6 adult leaves. Inflorescences may appear on individual plants.
- Before planting, tomatoes are hardened for 1–2 weeks. The seedlings are taken outside into the shade for 1 hour. The stay time is increasing every day. After 5–6 days, expose the tomatoes to the sun.
When the long-awaited planting day arrives, the tomatoes are watered with warm water. A plant with a lump of damp soil will come out of the cup more easily.
Planting on the beds
The Siberian Trump variety is resistant to bad climate, but in the tomato garden it is advisable to find the brightest and sunlit area. The culture loves fertile soil. It is good if the soil on the site moderately retains moisture.
It is advisable to fertilize the soil in the garden bed with organic matter in the fall. You can do this in the spring, but no later than 2 weeks before planting the tomato seedlings. The earth is dug up with humus to the depth of a spade bayonet, approximately 20 cm. To make it loose, sand is added to the hard soil.
Siberian Trump has enough space when planting 3-4 plants per 1 m2. For better care, tomatoes are planted in rows.A distance of 70 cm is maintained between the bushes. If there is space, the planting step is increased to 1 m. The optimal row spacing is 1 m. It is not advisable to plant tomatoes densely. Productivity will decrease and there will be a threat of late blight.
A hole is dug under each tomato bush. The depth of the pits is slightly greater than the height of the cup. Watered tomato seedlings are placed near each hole. During planting, the cup is turned over, trying to remove the plants along with the lump of earth. Bury the tomatoes down to the first leaves. A lump of earth with a root system is carefully lowered into the hole, covered with loose soil and watered with warm water. For growing tomato seedlings, pegs are immediately driven under each bush. Plants are tied with rope.
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Features of caring for the Siberian variety
The Siberian Trump tomato variety does not require special care. Traditional procedures are preferred, as for other tomatoes:
- Siberian Trump seedlings easily tolerate transplantation. Tomatoes practically do not get sick, quickly get used to new conditions and immediately begin to grow. At the initial stage, culture needs to be helped. 14 days after planting, the tomatoes are fed with complex fertilizer.
- Weeds are the first enemy of tomatoes. Grass absorbs nutrients and moisture from the soil and becomes a spreader of fungal diseases. Get rid of weed weeding or mulching the soil.
- Siberian Trump loves regular watering. The soil is kept slightly moist at all times. Mulch will help retain moisture and, in addition, will save the owner from frequent watering of tomatoes.
- Drip irrigation technology is the most suitable for tomatoes. Water gets directly under the root of the plant.If irrigation is carried out by spraying, then early morning is chosen for the procedure. In hot weather, you cannot water tomatoes with sprinkling, otherwise the foliage will get burned.
- As it grows, the Siberian Trump bush is tied to a support. Any peg will do or you can put up a trellis. The stepsons are removed before the first brush is formed. The optimal formation of a tomato bush is one or two trunks.
- The lower tier of foliage on the plant is very dense. Dampness accumulates under tomato bushes, slugs and snails appear, and fungus spreads. Ventilation helps solve the problem. To allow free access of air to the lower part of the stem, the leaves from the plant are removed to a height of 25 cm from the ground.
- At the first sign of viral mosaic or other dangerous tomato diseases, the affected bush is removed. There is no need to feel sorry for the plant. There will be no benefit from it, but the threat of the virus spreading to healthy tomatoes will happen quickly.
Throughout the entire growing season, the tomato planting is treated with preventive solutions. First of all, from late blight. It is better to prevent the disease than to treat it later.
Harvesting, storage
The ripening of the first fruits of the Siberian Trump is amicable. Further, the growing season continues until the onset of cold weather. It is not advisable to leave ripe tomatoes on the bushes for a long time. The fruits draw juice from the plant, and the next waves of harvest will be weak. For storage, tomatoes are harvested at the stage of technical maturity. The flesh of the fruit is red at this time, but still hard. For salads, juice, ketchup and pasta, it is better to leave tomatoes on the plant until fully ripe. Under natural conditions, the fruit will gain sweetness and aroma.
In the fall, before the onset of frost, the entire tomato crop is harvested.Unripe fruits are placed in a dark, dry basement. Over time, the flesh will turn red, but the taste will be different from summer tomatoes. During storage, the contents of the boxes are periodically reviewed. Rotten tomatoes are thrown away, otherwise they will spoil all supplies. If there is a large cellar with empty shelves, the tomatoes are arranged in one layer, avoiding contact with each other.
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Gardeners post photos and reviews about the Siberian Trump tomato on the Internet, where they share the success of growing the crop.
