Tomato Star of Siberia F1 attracts attention by its very name. The variety is easy to care for, consistently produces a bountiful harvest, and the fruits have excellent taste. Remarkable productivity and a minimum of hassle during care are the main features of the ideal variety for the modern summer resident.
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Characteristics of the variety
As practice has shown, the best results of growing the specified tomato were obtained in the Siberian climate. This tomato owes its non-standard name.
In addition to excellent taste, the fruits are distinguished by the presence of a huge amount of nutrients and microelements. In particular, tomatoes contain vitamin E, which is a natural antioxidant.
The characteristics and description of this determinate variety allow us to say that the bushes reach a height of 1.4 meters. According to this indicator, the plant is classified as medium-sized. Since it is very spreading, it requires a mandatory garter. You will need to mold the bush and remove excess leaves.
The description of the variety suggests that the fruits of Star of Siberia F1 at maturity are distinguished by a rich red color, large size, round shape and the presence of slight ribbing. The weight of one tomato is up to 200 grams. The pulp is quite juicy, very fleshy, dense, and has a pleasant aroma.
The taste of tomato is sweetish. The productivity is very high, one bush can produce up to 5 kilograms of ripe and high-quality fruits. The harvested crop is consumed both fresh, canned and processed.
Features of cultivation
The tomato variety Zvezda Siberia is very resistant and can produce crops both in dry conditions and in rainy and damp summers. Its cultivation is no different from similar hybrid varieties. To get the first fruits as early as possible, seedlings should be sown 2 months before the intended planting in the ground.
The hybrid can be grown not only in open ground, but also in a greenhouse. There are some cultivation features.
The tomato should be tied up and not allowed to touch the ground. Tomatoes require periodic feeding, which not only increases yield, but also improves the taste of the fruit.
If there is a lack of nutrition in the soil, it will not be possible to obtain the maximum number of fruits, but moderate fertilizing will contribute to this. When the ovary is forming, plants should not be fed so that they do not begin to actively grow green mass.
During the growth process, the plant needs pinching and removal of excess leaves. To achieve the best result, based on reviews from experienced gardeners, you should leave only 3 to 4 branches.
Tomatoes of the Zvezda Siberia variety finally dispel the myths that hybrids have questionable taste and are not suitable for fresh consumption. In addition, the harvested crop is perfectly stored and can be transported over long distances. The variety has many more advantages than disadvantages, which is why it is definitely worth paying attention to for those summer residents who live in unfavorable climatic conditions.
