Description of the Freken Bock tomato variety, recommendations for growing and opinions of gardeners
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. The Freken Bock tomato is a novelty from a large agricultural firm "Siberian Garden".
General information about the variety
Through the efforts of Siberian breeders, it was possible to obtain a large-fruited variety intended for protected ground. The plant successfully tolerates the harsh conditions of Siberia. Characteristics of the variety and description of external features:
- Medium early, berries are ready to harvest in 90-100 days.
- Large-fruited.
- Resistant to lack of moisture.
- Tolerates heat without reducing yield.
- Compact.
- Powerful main stem.
- Low-leafed.
- 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.
Freken Bock tomato variety prefers greenhouse cultivation and film shelter. The small size of the plant allows tomato cultivation in small greenhouses. Technical data and appearance of fruits:
- Large, average weight 500 grams.
- Raspberry pink 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. Tomato paste, juice, ketchup are obtained from the fruits. The berry is suitable for fresh consumption and added to vegetable salads.
Growing recommendations
The originator recommends the seedling planting method. The 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 seeds is re-irrigated with warm water from a spray bottle.
- Maintaining a temperature regime of at least 21 degrees.
- The containers with the first shoots should be in a well-lit place.
- Purchase of means of artificial lighting, with 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 is 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 variety of Freken Bock tomatoes. Positive reviews of the Freken Bock tomato correspond to the description of the variety declared by the originator. The plant has time to give the harvest in a short summer. The berries are very large and sweet. I managed to make excellent tomato juice and pasta. Recommend!
Ekaterina Neganova, 55 years old
Good day! I advise tomato lovers to try the new Freken Bock variety. The undemanding plant has large sweet fruits. We managed to grow berries weighing 400 grams.
Anna Zhdanova, 45 years old