In 2009, the Rocker f1 tomato was included in the state register. The variety quickly found its fans and began to gain popularity. Rocker f1 seeds from the company Gavrish, which has long earned the trust of many vegetable growers, have gone on sale.
The hybrid is suitable for growing in open ground. Rocker f1 also performed well, according to reviews from those who planted and grew it on the balcony in pots.
The manufacturer gives the following characteristics of the tomato:
- superdeterminant;
- mid-season;
- yield 3-5 kg per bush;
- small size of tomatoes (90-100 g), oblong cuboid shape, convenient for canning;
- bush compact, low-growing;
- resistant to verticillium and fusarium (race 1);
- easy to transport;
Growing
Description of the tomato hybrid Rocker f1 from the manufacturer characterizes it as a productive and unpretentious variety for growing in open ground. The first tomatoes begin to ripen after 100-105 days.
Seedling
Seeds for tomato seedlings are sown at the end of April. The soil mixture should be light, rich in humus and minerals. Picking is carried out after the appearance of the first true leaf. According to reviews from those who planted Rocker f1, it is better to transplant the sprouts into separate pots. Then, when planted in open ground, the root system of the grown bush will remain undisturbed and the plant will not stop developing.
Temperature
To prevent seedlings from stretching out and acquiring a developed root system, it is necessary to observe the temperature regime. The first days after planting, while the seeds germinate, the soil and air should be warm, 23-25 ℃. Then the temperature is reduced to 20 ℃ during the day and 18 ℃ at night. Before planting, a week before, the seedlings begin to harden and are taken out into the fresh air during the day, gradually increasing the time. The room temperature is reduced to 18-19 ℃ during the day and 16-17 ℃ at night.
The soil should be warmer, at least 18-20 ℃. When the soil temperature is below 15 ℃, the seeds do not germinate, and the tomatoes stop developing.
Water the seedlings with warm water sparingly, avoiding complete drying out and avoiding waterlogging.
Bush formation
Hybrid Rocker f1 belongs to superdeterminant hybrids. The seedlings are ready for planting after 25-30 days and already have 5-6 true leaves. The bush grows low, medium leafy, compact. The manufacturer promises a plant height of 40-50 cm. Reviews from vegetable growers characterize the tomato bush as taller, about 70 cm.The side shoots of the tomato are actively growing and bearing fruit, so the shoots are not removed. This variety does not require a mandatory garter. But those who have already planted Rocker mention that without support, the branches often cannot support large clusters of ovaries.
Soil and watering
The soil for planting the hybrid is prepared with humus-compost, light. Before planting, apply complex mineral fertilizers in granules according to the instructions and water well. Tomatoes respond positively to mulching with rotted peat and sawdust.
Tomatoes are a moisture-loving crop, but at the same time the plants develop a powerful, deep root system. Therefore, it is enough to simply prevent the soil from drying out completely. Waterlogged soil for tomatoes is dangerous for the development of fungi and other diseases.
Harvest
The hybrid blooms and forms an ovary actively. For gardeners growing tomatoes in open ground in the central zone of our country, Rocker f1 is suitable due to its uniform yield. During the first month from the beginning of fruiting, about 70-80% of all fruits manage to ripen.
The hybrid has proven itself to be an excellent tomato for canning. The fruits are dense, the skin is thick, the pulp is sugary, the seeds are small. The convenient elongated shape and small size allow the tomatoes to easily fit into a jar. And the dense structure preserves the fruits without deformation from exposure to high temperatures. The color of the tomatoes is rich, bright red, without a spot near the stalk. Tomatoes can easily be transported and can be stored in a cool place for quite a long time.
