Description of the tomato variety Bear in the north, features of cultivation and care
For gardeners who value the culture for early ripening and high marketability of fruits, the bear tomato is bred in the north. Differs in incredible taste characteristics. It is undemanding to care for, it grows independently without the formation of additional support. Suitable for open and closed ground.
Characteristics of culture
The tomato is a hybrid with high marketability of fruits. The crop is suitable for cultivation in closed and open soil conditions. In the first case, you can plant seeds in the ground in a greenhouse. In the second - for seedlings. With the emergence of seedlings, no more than 110 days pass until the harvest is fully ripe.
The bush reaches a height of 55 to 75 cm, the green mass has a rich hue. After sowing the seeds, strong shoots sprout. With the formation of 1–2 true leaves, the plant needs a pick. In open soil conditions, the culture is planted at the age of 1–1.5 months. For 1 sq. m place no more than 5 pieces.
Care
In the initial stages of growth, the tomato needs regular watering. At the same time, the water should not be too cold. Preference is given to liquids that have been kept throughout the day. Even watering with a watering can will help prevent root exposure.
The unwanted neighbors of crops that produce edible fruits are various weeds. They take away all moisture and nutrients, depriving the plant of full nutrition.
The beds need periodic weeding. Loosening of the earth is also encouraged. These measures do not pose any particular difficulties, but they have a positive effect on the crop yield.
As for fertilizers, they can be applied at will. As a rule, before planting the sprouts, the soil is enriched with various fertilizers. These can be substances purchased from a specialized store. Solutions can be prepared at home by mixing organic components.
Fruit quality
Due to the fact that the bush with tomatoes is small, the fruits themselves can reach 150 g. The average weight varies from 80 to 120 g. The tomato has a rich red hue. Quite large in size. Rounded shape with a smooth and firm skin.
The pulp is tender and at the same time stands out for its meatiness. It has a small number of chambers filled with large seeds. The juicy pulp has a pronounced sweetish-sour taste. Ripe tomatoes drain the delicate tomato flavor.
Ripe fruits are suitable for processing. They make various sauces and pastes for use in preparing hot dishes. Smaller fruits are selected for conservation or pickles. The action of the marinade inside the jar makes the tomato soft and tasty. Also suitable for making tomato juice.
Advantages of the variety
Reviews of gardeners who managed to check the tomato contain a lot of positive information. The main advantages of the variety are:
- a high level of protection of the immune system from attack by pests;
- early ripening of fruits guarantees the elimination of diseases such as late blight;
- from 1 sq. m per season, they collect from 6 to 8 kg;
- tomatoes lend themselves to long-term storage and transportation over long distances;
- the compactness of the bush makes it easier to care for the crop.
As for the shortcomings, each gardener determines them for himself. Some people may not like the taste of the fruit or the aroma. Others will not appreciate the structure of the pulp and similar nuances.
Others regard the compactness of the bush as a disadvantage. In each case, everything is individual. Much depends on the person himself, on his care for the plant.
