Tomato Siberian giant: characteristics and description of a large-fruited variety with photos

Siberian Giant tomatoes are famous for their large size and resistance to temperature fluctuations. This variety was developed in Siberia specifically for growing tomatoes in cool areas. It grows mainly in greenhouses. Has strong immunity to many diseases.

The Siberian Giant tomato has very tasty fruits of an unusual shape. They are grown for fresh consumption, as well as for making juice, paste, and adjika. The fruits contain many vitamins and minerals. They are good for the immune system. The description of the variety can be read on the seed packet.

Tomato “Siberian giant”: description of the variety

As you can guess from the name given to this tomato by breeders, it has two features at once: the first is the ability to grow even in cold regions of the country, and the second is its large fruits. In the eastern and western territories of Russia, in the Urals, in Siberia and the Far East, this tomato should be grown in greenhouses, and in the central and southern regions of Russia, the “Siberian giant” tomato does well in open ground.

The bushes of the plant can reach a height of two meters; there are specimens that, with proper care, grow up to 220 centimeters. The stem of the bushes is dense, the size and shape of the leaves are no different from other varieties of tomatoes.

Advantages and disadvantages

Breeders have worked hard on a variety that can guarantee:

excellent productivity;
large fruit;
amazing taste;
disease resistance.

A little time will pass, and the variety will spread throughout all the vegetable gardens and beds of the country. Its advantages can be appreciated in greenhouses, greenhouses and open ground.

Surely there will be someone who will identify the shortcomings, but for now the only shortcomings are that:

tomato needs powerful supports;
requires constant pinching and shaping;
requires timely fixation of large-fruited tomatoes and heavy bunches.

Advantages:

High yield up to 7-8 kilograms per plant;
Large, fleshy fruits with a unique aroma and high taste characteristics;
Unpretentiousness in care and breeding;
Immunity to diseases and pests;
Powerful structure of the stem and root system;

Among the disadvantages, it is noted that this variety is not adapted to frost and may not take root in open ground. Although some gardeners note that tomatoes grow well outdoors, but only in the southern regions of the country.

"Giant of Siberia" has many advantages:

High level of productivity;
Large fruit;
Good immunity;
Excellent taste and aroma of fruits.

There are also some features that can be attributed to the disadvantages of the variety:

Tomato bushes need support;
Needs nurturing and shaping.

Description of fruits

It is impossible not to talk about what the fruits of the “Siberian giant” tomato look like. They are quite large and have a flat-round shape. The color is either bright red or deep pink. By the way, it is important to note that the “Siberian giant” tomato is found in both pink and yellow.

The average weight of one tomato ranges from 400 to 750 grams, however, there are also record holders. Some gardeners grew tomatoes of this variety weighing up to 1.2 kg! In this case, the maximum length of one fruit can reach 10 centimeters. One bunch usually produces 2-3 large tomatoes. The fruits are quite fleshy, sugary, incredibly juicy and sweet. Summer residents also note the appetizing aroma.

The “Siberian giant” tomato is characterized by the presence of 5-7 chambers inside. There is little water in the fruits, and the amount of dry matter is about 3-5 percent. Thanks to the dense skin, tomatoes of this variety are characterized by long shelf life and excellent transportability.

Productivity and ripening time

Producers of the variety say: it belongs to medium ripeness tomatoes. Fragrant fruits appear on the bushes 3 months after sowing the seeds. The yield of the “Siberian giant” corresponds to its name - it is indeed very high: from one square meter per season you can harvest about 15 kg of tomatoes! That is, one bush accounts for 5-6 kilograms of tomatoes.

Purpose in cooking

The fruits of “Siberian giant” tomatoes contain a huge amount of vitamins and minerals. That is why they are perfect for fresh consumption. You can prepare salads and sandwiches with them. The “Siberian giant” is also good for canning, however, you will have to marinate it in pieces in its own juice: the whole point is that whole fruits simply will not fit into the jar! But experts say this variety is not suitable for making tomato juice. By the way, recently the use of dried tomatoes has been quite popular. This method allows you to preserve the maximum amount of nutrients in vegetables and preserve them for a long time. All you need is a regular oven or a special device for drying vegetables and fruits.

Official information

Applicant and originator of the variety LLC "Gavrish Breeding Firm" Moscow Russia.

For two years, the variety was tested for the right to enter the register of breeding achievements of the Russian Federation. In 2015, the registration commission, having weighed all the advantages of the variety, gave the go-ahead, and it was included in the registration catalog under number 8653897.

The variety is indicated for cultivation in any climatic regions of the country for cultivation in film shelters of vegetable growers' farms as a salad tomato.

Optimal growing conditions

How to get the maximum yield of juicy tomatoes? Experienced gardeners say: this can be achieved by growing bushes in a greenhouse or greenhouse. A prerequisite is cultivation using seedlings. Another condition is good lighting. So, in cloudy weather or at night, the “Siberian giant” will require an additional light source. The daytime temperature should not fall below +19 °C, and the night temperature should not fall below 16. If you decide to grow bushes of this variety in a greenhouse, do not forget to ventilate it regularly.

Resistance to diseases and tomato pests

When testing, no special sensitivity of the variety to pathogenic fungi, viruses, or bacteria was detected.

Those vegetable growers who grew the variety in greenhouse shelters, as well as in open ground, also do not notice severe pain, however, they do not refuse preventive treatments.

At the moment, there is not a single variety that is resistant to all diseases, therefore, treatments must be timely and regular.

In order to prevent microorganisms from destroying the crop you have grown, you need to carry out a number of treatments:

The first spraying is carried out at the moment when the ovary is already visible;
The second in 15-20 days, with mandatory regulation of timing depending on precipitation;
The third treatment again 15-20 days after the previous one.

Landing. Important Rules

The first thing a beginning summer resident should know is when to plant “Siberian giant” tomatoes. In the southern regions, this time falls at the end of February-early March, in the central regions - throughout March, and in the northern parts of the country it is necessary to sow seedlings in early-mid April. Many gardeners recommend planting based on favorable days according to the lunar calendar.

You can take soil for seedlings from your garden, but it is best to use special soil purchased in a store. Before sowing tomato seeds, the soil must be moistened and kept in a warm place for 12 hours. Disinfected seeds must be buried 1 cm deep, the distance between the grooves must be at least 3 cm. The seeds will need to be covered with glass or film on top, and then placed on the windowsill, preferably on the south side. If there is not enough lighting for the tomatoes, you may need to install additional light. After the first shoots appear, the shelter should be removed, the temperature at this stage should be maintained at 25 degrees.

A week after sowing, the seedlings will need to be planted, and a few days later, when the height of the seedlings reaches 20 cm, they will need to be given air baths. It is recommended to start accustoming to the sun and air with five minutes a day.

Many gardeners are concerned about the question: when to plant tomatoes in a greenhouse or open ground, what weather to choose. Experts advise doing this after warm weather sets in and there are no night frosts. Tomatoes of the “Siberian giant” variety should be planted on a cool, cloudy day; the distance between the bushes should not be less than 40-60 cm. Immediately after planting, the plants should be thoroughly watered with warm water and mulched.

Care Tips

The “Siberian giant” tomato variety is quite unpretentious; it only needs watering, tying, loosening, removing weeds and pinching. Under no circumstances should the plant be over-watered, otherwise fungal diseases may appear. During the flowering period, about 12 liters of water will be required per square meter, of course, warm. It is recommended to water the plants only after sunset, and moisture should not fall on either the stems or leaves. Immediately after watering, it is recommended to hill up the bushes and loosen the soil; this should be done as carefully as possible so as not to damage the root system.

Of course, it should also be taken into account that the “Siberian giant” bushes grow up to 2 meters, and therefore, as soon as they reach a height of 50 cm, it is recommended to tie them to supports. By the way, the crown of bushes can be quite dense, so it needs to be thinned out in a timely manner. Another important stage of plant care is regular weeding and weed removal. It is recommended to apply mineral organic fertilizers at least three times per season during the period of planting, flowering, and fruit formation. As for diseases and parasites, the “Siberian giant” is quite resistant to them.

How to care

The productivity of tomatoes depends solely on how much effort a person puts into caring for them. Watering, fertilizing, light, temperature, humidity are important here. If you take care of tomatoes incorrectly, they will wither, the fruits will begin to grow small, and the taste will change.

Basic rules for care:

High-quality watering is always important for tomatoes. This should be settled water from the barrel, not cold. Flooding the soil is also very harmful;
Loosening the soil should always be done correctly and in due time, as well as hilling the beds. It is important not to damage the roots of the plant;
Weeds must be removed by the roots so that they do not interfere with the nutrition of vegetable crops;
Feeding with organic and mineral fertilizers at different periods of growth;
Tearing off the upper and lower leaves, as well as cutting off excess shoots is necessary for the normal development of the fruit;
Implement preventive measures to combat pests: butterflies, ticks, beetles, slugs, mole crickets;
Tall bushes are tied up with ropes;
It is imperative to ventilate the greenhouse by opening the front door or windows, thereby regulating the desired level of humidity.

Gardeners' opinion

In their reviews of the “Siberian giant” tomato, summer residents say that they most often choose the variety because of its large fruits, excellent taste and resistance to sudden temperature changes. Gardeners recommend planting seedlings in holes that have previously been fertilized with wood ash, compost, and mineral fertilizer complexes that contain phosphorus and potassium. The smallest tomatoes, according to reviews from summer residents, weigh about 360 grams, which is why they are best preserved in slices or eaten in salads. By the way, one tomato is enough for the whole family!

Among the characteristics of the “Siberian giant” tomato, summer residents also highlight its unpretentiousness: in order to get a good harvest, you only need to promptly loosen the soil, hill up the bushes, water and feed the plants.

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More about the variety

The characteristics of tomatoes help determine what conditions are required for growing and caring for them. This variety is mid-season, the first vegetables appear three months after planting the seeds. The Siberian Giant is grown in a greenhouse or in open ground under a film. He is not afraid of the cold. He is not afraid of sudden temperature changes.

The bushes are usually tall and can grow up to two meters. That is why in the spring they immediately tie him up. The stem is dense, the foliage is dense. The leaves and flowers are simple. For good fruiting, it is best to form the bush into one stem and tear off the leaves.

The fruits grow large. Their weight can reach up to 900 grams. They are round, elongated in shape, ribbed on the sides. The color is sometimes yellow or pink, but most often red. The taste is sweet, juicy, tender. They are eaten fresh in salads or prepared in juices, adjikas, and pastes.

Anyone can grow this hybrid, knowing all the care requirements. In the northern regions, care must be more careful.