The tomato has long been successfully cultivated by gardeners around the world. Vitamins and minerals contained in fruits have a beneficial effect on human health. Through the efforts of breeders, it was possible to adapt the heat-loving plant to different climatic conditions. A new product from the large agricultural company “Siberian Garden” is the Freken Bock tomato.
General information about the variety
Through the efforts of Siberian breeders, it was possible to obtain a large-fruited variety intended for protected soil. The plant successfully withstands the harsh conditions of Siberia. Characteristics of the variety and description of external features:
- Medium early, the berries are ready for picking in 90–100 days.
- Large-fruited.
- Resistance to lack of moisture.
- Tolerates heat without reducing yield.
- Compact.
- Powerful main stem.
- Sparsely leafy.
- Simple green leaves.
- The height of the bushes does not exceed 1.6 meters.
- The yield is high; under favorable conditions and proper care, 10 kilograms of berries per square meter of planting.
- Stress resistance to adverse weather conditions.
- Good resistance to most nightshade diseases.
- Transportation is acceptable.
- Good keeping quality.
Tomato variety Freken Bock prefers greenhouse cultivation and film cover. The small size of the plant makes it possible to cultivate tomatoes in small greenhouses. Technical data and appearance of the fruit:
- Large, average weight 500 grams.
- Pink-raspberry color.
- Heart shape.
- Smooth.
- Thin skin.
- Medium density.
- Fleshy.
- Juicy.
- Not watery.
- Sweet taste.
- Fragrant.
- Not prone to cracking.
The tomato is used for processing into tomato products. The fruits make tomato paste, juice, and ketchup. The berry is suitable for fresh consumption and adding to vegetable salads.
Recommendations for cultivation
The originator recommends the seedling planting method. Preparation of strong seedlings includes the following activities:
- Preparing a container with fertile soil; it is advisable to organize planting in separate pots or cups.
- It is necessary to moisten the soil in advance.
- The seeds are placed 1.5–2 centimeters deep.
- The soil with the seeds is re-irrigated with warm water from a spray bottle.
- Maintaining a temperature of at least 21 degrees.
- Containers with the first shoots should be in a well-lit place.
- Purchasing artificial lighting if there is a lack of natural sunlight.
- Regular watering.
- Hardening a week before planting in the ground, lowering the room temperature to 15–16 degrees.
The variety should be planted freely - no more than three bushes per square meter of land. Further care involves a set of measures: watering, loosening, weeding, feeding, tying and installing supports.
Gardeners' opinion
Good day everyone! I would like to share my experience of growing a new tomato variety, Freken Bock. Positive reviews about the Freken Bock tomato correspond to the description of the variety stated by the originator. The plant manages to produce its harvest in a short summer. The berries are very large and sweet. We managed to prepare excellent tomato juice and paste. I recommend!
Ekaterina Neganova, 55 years old
Good day! I advise tomato lovers to try the new variety Freken Bock. The undemanding plant is distinguished by large, sweet fruits. We managed to grow berries weighing 400 grams.
Anna Zhdanova, 45 years old
