Every year the variety of tomato varieties and hybrids is replenished with new and interesting specimens, but some varieties firmly withstand the competition and continue to delight gardeners with rich harvests. One of these varieties is Tomat Kolobok. It has been grown since the 90s, and it got its name for the ideal roundness of the fruit.
Features of the variety
Kolobok is an early ripening variety of determinate type. It is distinguished by uniform ripening of fruits. The period from germination to fruiting, on average, is 90–105 days.
Description of the plant:
- bush height 45–55 cm;
- leaves are medium sized, green;
- inflorescences are simple, the first raceme is formed above the 6th–7th leaf;
- the stalk has no articulation;
- yield - from 1.5 to 4 kg per 1 sq. m.
Fruit characteristics:
- round, smooth shape;
- fruit weight from 50 to 70 grams;
- the skin is strong and smooth;
- The color of ripe tomatoes is bright red;
- inside the fruit is divided into at least 4 segments, the seeds are small;
- the pulp is dense and juicy, with a rich tomato taste;
- The fruits are stored for a long time and are not prone to mechanical damage during transportation.
Thanks to their excellent taste and beautiful appearance, Kolobok tomatoes are universal in use and suitable for sale.
Growing and care
Tomato variety Kolobok is recommended to be grown in open ground in the Central region of the Russian Federation:
- It is recommended to sow seeds for seedlings at the end of March.
- The seed sowing depth is 1–1.5 cm.
- In the phase of appearance of the first true leaves, plants are picked.
- After picking and before planting seedlings in the ground, 2-3 fertilizing with mineral fertilizers should be done.
- 7–10 days before transplantation, the sprouts must undergo a hardening course. To do this, you need to place the seedlings on the balcony or open the window, avoiding drafts.
- Moving to permanent residence is carried out from April to May, depending on climatic conditions.
- Planting pattern - 50x60 cm.
- The bushes do not require shaping, but as they grow and produce fruit, they may need to be tied to a support.
- Kolobok, like all tomatoes, needs timely watering and periodic hilling. It is advisable to water moderately and at the root level. Since excess moisture can lead to late blight and other fungal diseases.
- To avoid collisions with insect pests, it is recommended to carry out preventive spraying of plants.
Reviews from those who have already planted the Kolobok variety are mostly positive and speak about the unpretentiousness of the tomato, and also highlight its excellent taste and attractiveness of the fruit.
Reviews
Olga Chumakova, Perm:
“I’ve been planting gingerbread for many years. Tomatoes have a great taste and are ideal for pickling. And compared to other varietal tomatoes, this variety practically does not get sick and does not require special attention.”
Valery Ulanov, Moscow:
“I planted Kolobok in open ground, without seedlings, under covering material. The seedlings sprouted together and did not experience any difficulties in development.”
Svetlana Krotova, Smolensk:
“I planted Kolobok for the first time last year. The whole family was pleased, the children ate it right out of the bush and put it in jars for the winter. We will plant more."
