Description of tomato Siberian miracle
The Siberian miracle tomato is ideal for growing under any conditions. It should be planted not only in greenhouses, but also outdoors.
Characteristics of the variety
These tomatoes are suitable for growing in all regions of the country, but only in a greenhouse. Planting the species in open areas should be carried out only in the regions of the Caucasus, Krasnodar or Rostov.
Description of the plant
The height of the bush reaches 170 cm. The bushes are spreading, therefore they require a garter of the stem. The Siberian miracle tomato has high growth rates. The growing season of the species is about 100 days on average.
The foliage is medium in size and has a dark rich shade. Small patterns can be seen around the edges of the leaves. The formation of the bush depends on the growing area.
Description of the fetus
The size of the tomatoes is large, the weight of an individual fruit reaches up to 200 g. The peel has a rich red hue, dense in structure, smooth, without visible defects.
According to the description of the variety, the pulp is juicy, although it does not contain much water. On average, there are 6 chambers, which contain an average number of seeds. The taste is pleasant, slightly sweet. The amount of dry matter reaches 6%. The yield is quite high. From 1 bush, farmers collect about 6 kg of high-quality fruits. But from 1 sq. m actually collect at least 20 kg. Siberian miracle tomatoes are suitable for fresh consumption or for making salads. The possibility of conservation and salting is also noted.
Advantages and disadvantages
When considering the description and characteristics of the variety, a certain number of positive qualities of the Siberian miracle tomatoes can be distinguished. The main advantages of the species are the following indicators:
- fruits ripen at the same time;
- unique characteristics of commercial quality and type;
- high immunity to most of the known diseases;
- good yield indicators;
- fruits are universal in use and preparation.
The main disadvantages include only the fact that the Siberian miracle tomatoes depend on watering. If it is too plentiful, the harvest may suffer.
Growing seedlings
The Siberian Miracle tomato variety has one very important feature: the seeds cannot be planted in open areas. First you need to grow seedlings.
In the past few years, the cultivation of seedlings has been practiced, providing for the presence of a pick. This method is simple and does not take much time. For its application, it is recommended to use special peat glasses, which dissolve on their own. However, you can use regular plastic containers available in most stores.
At the bottom of the glass, special small holes must be made so that the required amount of oxygen enters the root system.In the lower part, it is recommended to install a drain on which glasses are placed. It is possible to create an ideal soil, for this you should mix black soil, peat, sandy soil and wood ash in equal proportions.
The glasses should only be filled up to half with the prepared soil. After that, seeds are planted to a depth of no more than 2 cm. Before planting, they should be treated with a manganese solution and rinsed with water. This will protect them from parasites and diseases. If you wish, you can treat the Siberian miracle tomato with special substances to accelerate growth.
Disembarkation
After 60 days after planting, it is recommended to plant the seedlings in open ground. The distance between the holes should be about 40 cm.But the distance between the rows should be 50 cm.
After planting, the plant should be tied up with special trellises. It is important to do this in such a way that the plant receives the required amount of sunlight.
Care
At the moment when the ovaries are just beginning to form, top dressing should be carried out. It consists in the use of substances with a high content of potassium and phosphorus compounds. Also, experts advise using organic substances. It is best to use cow and bird droppings, wood ash or humus. A small amount of straw / humus mixture can be placed between the rows to improve the nutrient intake.
Watering is carried out every 2-3 days and exclusively with water at room temperature. It is also important to loosen the soil and remove all unnecessary weeds. If it was noticed that the soil had settled and the root system appeared outside, it is important to huddle the beds.
Diseases and pests
The Siberian miracle tomato has high levels of the immune system. It is for this reason that it is resistant to most common diseases. Despite this, there is a possible risk of late blight. To get rid of this viral infection, you should cut off any areas with signs of the disease. After that, the entire bush is treated with a substance such as Hom. It is also necessary to ensure that the amount of nitrogen substances in the soil is reduced to a minimum. If the plant is in a greenhouse, then the ventilation should be increased and watering should be carried out less often.
Dry spotting is also possible. In the fight against this disease, substances such as Consento or Corado are used. From parasites, an invasion of a rusty mite is possible. To get rid of it, you should use drugs such as Bison or Tabu. In the fight against the greenhouse whitefly, a drug called Confidor will help.
Summarizing
This type of vegetables is unpretentious to care for. For this reason, it is ideal for those who are just starting the path of a professional gardener. It is also suitable for those who have been involved in agriculture for a long time and know all the intricacies of this business.