Tomato Blue Bunch f1 is a very interesting variety, obtained by crossing and selection, so named for its beautiful shape and dark color. It grows in clusters on the bush. The tomatoes are a deep grape blue shade. It is sometimes compared to plums.
This exclusive is surprisingly healthy when eaten fresh, and you can also make sauces, pastes, and bake from it. Thanks to its sweet, rich taste, some people make jam from it. It is characterized by high yield and does not crack during transportation.
About the characteristics of tomatoes
This crop is a hybrid obtained by crossing wild tomatoes with domestic ones.Wild ones have a dark tint. This is one of the most unique varieties, developed specifically for lovers of unusual vegetable colors. When planting, new seeds are used each time. The variety grows well throughout Russia and is resistant to cold and disease. However, it is still better to plant it as seedlings in greenhouses.
The description and characteristics of the variety are given on the seed packet. They allow you to determine how best to grow a given hybrid in order to achieve a large harvest.
The bushes are usually tall, the stems are thick and powerful. Curly shoots with tassels come from it. The foliage is bright green, carved, without fluff. The flowers are simple.
One of the reasons why it is worth growing this vegetable is the unusual taste of the fruit; it is not like the tomatoes that many are so accustomed to. Some gardeners describe it as a mixture of plum and tomato. They are round, smooth, shiny. In mature tomato almost black or dark purple, in unripe ones - from green to blue. The flesh is very fleshy and juicy, the skin is dense. They usually grow in clusters on branches.
These tomatoes are very healthy. They contain many vitamins that improve attention, memory, protect blood vessels, the heart, and cleanse the blood. They can be given to children calmly, without fear of allergies. They improve metabolism, increase immunity, and also remove harmful substances from the body.
Growing rules
These tomatoes are usually planted in the garden as seedlings with strong foliage. But first, the seeds are germinated on the window in March. It is necessary to maintain a distance of two to three cm between the seeds. During the growth process, it is better to plant the shoots in separate containers.
In two months, ready-made sprouts should appear and are planted in the garden. It is better to tie up the bushes immediately. The soil in the greenhouse is prepared in the fall.Before planting, it is plowed, loosened, sprinkled with fertilizer, and watered. Immediately after all the seedlings have been planted, it is better to leave them alone for several days to adapt to the new place. From the moment the seeds are planted until the fruit ripens, it usually takes three months.
It is best to try to grow the bush into one branch the first time. Do not let it grow too thick; if there are excess shoots, they need to be cut off.
Reviews about this culture are very diverse. Some people don't really like it because of its non-standard taste. Some people, on the contrary, want something original. Its main advantages are that it has strong immunity, is not afraid of cold weather, and produces a large harvest.
The secret to a good harvest is simple. If a summer resident wants to grow unusual types of crops, then he needs to be more careful about caring for them.
How to care
The taste of ripe plums in combination with tomatoes depends on the quality of care. If there is not enough light, nutrition, or watering, the fruits will become sour, hard, and their color will fade. They will not be able to mature to the required stage. Therefore, you need to clearly know what conditions need to be created for them.
- Before planting, seeds are dipped in a solution of potassium permanganate and in a means to accelerate growth;
- The soil needs to be constantly loosened. This will improve the supply of nutrients, water and air;
- Be sure to add fertilizer two weeks after planting in the greenhouse, and then every three weeks;
- To prevent diseases and pests, it is necessary to periodically spray the bushes with special means;
- Weeds suck strength and nutrients from tomatoes, so they always need to be weeded, removing them by the roots;
- Tall bushes need to be tied with ropes;
- In order to have more light in the greenhouse, excess foliage should be removed, and when planting, take into account the distance so that the seedlings do not grow densely;
- Doors and windows should be opened on hot days to add fresh air;
- It is enough to do pinching once every two weeks;
- Provide high-quality watering; all tomatoes need moisture, but do not overwater them.
If the land is fertile and all conditions are met, then these purple vegetables will bring excellent results.
Blue Bunch is a tomato that can surprise with its bright taste and unusual shape. Don’t be afraid that such bizarre species will not be able to grow in the garden. It’s quite easy to grow them if you know all the nuances of caring for them. Have a rich harvest!
