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"Pearl of Siberia" is a relatively new variety of greenhouse tomatoes bred in Siberia. Differs in a high yield, fruit taste. The variety was bred by our compatriots - the Siberian Federal District (Novosibirsk region). The entry in the state register for the Russian Federation for growing in greenhouse conditions of this variety was made in 2009. Patented by the Agros agricultural company.
In our article you will find a complete description of the variety, and its characteristics with the characteristics of cultivation. We will also talk about the resistance of tomatoes to the main diseases of the nightshade.
Tomato "Pearl of Siberia": variety description
Variety name | Pearl of Siberia |
general description | Mid-season indeterminate variety |
Originator | Russia |
Ripening period | 115-120 days |
The form | Cylindrical, barrel-shaped |
Color | Red |
Average weight of tomatoes | 100-120 grams |
Application | Universal |
Variety yield | 8 kgs sq.m |
Growing features | Standard agricultural technology |
Disease resistance | Resistant to major diseases |
This variety is not a hybrid; propagation from the seeds of grown fruits is possible. The "Pearl of Siberia" bush does not have an end point of growth - it is indeterminate. It is not a standard one, since it has a powerful branched root system that develops in breadth.
The plant is more than 150 cm tall, with a strong, multi-leafed stem with several clusters with a large number of fruits. Leaves of medium size, wrinkled, "potato" type of dark green color. The inflorescence is simple, intermediate (interval of 2 leaves), formed above 9 leaves. About 8 fruits are obtained from one inflorescence.
By the degree of ripening - medium early, fruiting begins 115 days after germination. Fruit ripening - from bottom to top. Has good immunity to most diseases ("mosaic", stem and root cancer, late blight, gray and white rot, and others).
A high percentage of a good harvest only with proper care. Designed for cultivation in greenhouse conditions in areas open to the sun. The yield from one plant is about 3 kg, from 1 sq. M. About 8 kg.
If the temperature regimes are not observed and the sufficiency of light is not observed, the yield may be reduced. Siberian breeders always produce tomatoes with the best qualities.
"Pearl of Siberia" is no exception, it has a number of advantages:
- unpretentiousness;
- high productivity;
- long fruiting;
- pleasant taste;
- high keeping quality;
- does not crack when treated with heat;
- resistance to diseases and pests.
There were no drawbacks in the cultivation.
You can compare the yield of the variety with others in the table:
Variety name | Yield |
Pearl of Siberia | 8 kg per square meter |
Labrador | 3 kg per bush |
Aurora F1 | 13-16 kg per square meter |
Leopold | 3-4 kg per bush |
Aphrodite F1 | 5-6 kg per bush |
Locomotive | 12-15 kg per square meter |
Severenok f1 | 3.5-4 kg per bush |
Sanka | 15 kg per square meter |
Katyusha | 17-20 kg per square meter |
The miracle of the lazy | 8 kg per square meter |
Characteristics
Description of fruits:
- The shape is slightly elongated, cylindrical (dense thick barrel).
- Length about 10 cm, weighing 100 - 120 g.
- The color of the unripe fruit is pale green, with an increase in the degree of maturity, the fruits begin to turn brown and in the final they have a bright red color.
- The skin is smooth, thin.
- The inner flesh does not creep, dense, but soft, tender.
- There are many seeds, located in 2-3 chambers. Dry matter is contained in an average volume.
- A rich tomato sweetish taste is noted.
- The harvested fruits are stored well and for a long time, transported without consequences.
The most natural and correct way is to eat fresh fruits. Most people like sweet fruits with a slight sourness. It retains its useful qualities well in hot dishes. Canning of whole fruits is perfectly tolerated - they do not crack. The variety is popular in the production of sauces, ketchups and juices. Good taste gives the fruit versatility.
You can compare the weight of the variety with others in the table:
Variety name | Fruit weight |
Pearl of Siberia | 100-120 grams |
Valentine | 80-90 grams |
The Tsar Bell | up to 800 grams |
Fatima | 300-400 grams |
Caspar | 80-120 grams |
The Golden Fleece | 85-100 grams |
Diva | 120 grams |
Irina | 120 grams |
Batianya | 250-400 grams |
Dubrava | 60-105 grams |
A photo
Growing features
General cultivation tests were carried out in the Novosibirsk region and were successful. It has been proven that the "Pearl of Siberia" can be grown in any region of the Russian Federation, Ukraine. Disinfected and treated with a growth stimulant seeds are planted on seedlings in early March. Some experienced gardeners advise germinating seeds in moist material and planting seeds with sprouts in the ground.
Land for planting should also be disinfected and warmed up to room temperature. For convenience, special soil for tomatoes and peppers is sold in kiosks for gardeners. Seeds are planted at a distance of 1-2 cm with a deepening of 1 cm. After planting, cover with a film, thereby forming a certain humidity. When sprouts appear, the film is removed.
With its growth, the Pearl of Siberia is a rather compact plant. A pick is carried out when 2 leaves are formed. Watering is done with caution - water must not be allowed to get on the leaves. Feeding with mineral fertilizers is possible. At the age of 50 days with a growth of about 20 cm, the seedlings are ready for transplantation to a permanent place. To minimize damage to plants, the seedlings are hardened 2 weeks before planting in the greenhouse. The soil in the greenhouse should be dug up with last year's humus, treated with an antimicrobial agent.
Tomatoes are planted in holes formed in a row, the distance between them is 50 cm.The distance between the rows is about 70 cm. After transplanting, water at the root and close the greenhouse for 10 days. Then they carry out top dressing, watering, weeding, loosening according to the schedule. Mulching will also not be superfluous.
It requires picking up, the plant is formed into 1 stem, the stepsons are removed once every 1, 5 weeks. A garter is necessary - the plants are tall and fruitful. Tied to the trellis with synthetic materials. Harvest in July.
Diseases and pests
A high percentage of resistance to many diseases and pests was noted.
The key to successful harvests is the use of new varieties. The "Pearl of Siberia" will not become an outcast in your greenhouses. Reviews of such tomatoes are excellent.
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