Cherry tomatoes became popular with gardeners more than 20 years ago. Small and very sweet fruits - the main value of this type of tomato. Hybrid Cherie Blosem - a variety of universal purpose, the cultivation of which does not cause difficulties even to beginners.
Hybrid bred in Japan in 1999. In Russia, it is registered relatively recently - in 2008. We will tell you more about it in this article. Read the full description of the variety, get acquainted with its characteristics and characteristics of cultivation.
Cherry Bloom Tomatoes: variety description
In this variety, different spellings of the name are possible, such as: cherry tree bloosem tomato, cherry blossomom F1 or cherry blossom. All of them are a determinant headless hybrid. The term of ripening of the first fruits is up to 110 days from the moment of seed germination (medium early). The average yield varies from 3.7 to 4.5 kg per square meter. It is possible to grow this hybrid both in greenhouses and in open ridges. The maximum height of the bush - 1.1 m.
The peculiarity of the variety is high resistance to verticellar wilt, nematode and fusarium. The tomato takes root well and bears fruit in almost all climatic zones, except for the regions of the Far North.
Initially, the variety was recommended for cultivation in the North Caucasus region, but later showed itself perfectly in other climatic zones, including the middle zone and the southern regions of Siberia. Even with a satisfactory level of care and unstable weather, the yield of commercial fruits is at least 95%. The main advantage of the variety is high yield for the determinant species and very high resistance to the main infections of tomatoes. Among the disadvantages are the need for a garter with a small height of the bush (the central stem is thin and unstable).
Specifications
The fruits of the Cherie Blossem tomato are distinguished by their leveled size and high solids content. The mass of tomatoes is 18-25 g. The skin is bright red, glossy, with a small spot on the stem. The number of nests in one fruit does not exceed 2, and the concentration of dry substances is about 6%. The peel of the fruit is moderately dense, and at the same time rather thin. Thanks to this, you can store Chery Blossam tomatoes for up to 30 days in a cool place. Tomatoes are suitable for harvesting by preservation or salting. They are also used for making snacks (salads) and drying in the whole form.
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Features of growing
How best to grow tomato cherry blossom F1? It is recommended to do this through seedlings, especially in the northern and non-black earth climatic zone. From the moment of seed germination to planting in the ground should take at least 35 days. In the southern regions of the possible early sowing of seeds in the ground (under temporary shelter).
Recommended planting pattern - 30 cm between plants, from 50 cm between rows. The variety, despite belonging to the determinant group, needs garter and pasynkovanii.
It is recommended to remove all the shoots below the first ovary (they can be rooted and planted to obtain another crop in the fall). Plant care consists of regular watering (at least 2 times a week) and weekly fertilizing with complex fertilizers or organic matter with the addition of potassium and phosphorus salts. By applying these tips on planting and grooming, you will have a good harvest.
Diseases and pests
The variety is infected with blight and whitefly attacked (especially when growing greenhouse. Preventive measures consist of regular airing of greenhouses and avoiding thickening of plantings. When the first signs of late blight appear, it is recommended to treat the plantings with Fitosporin or a Bordeaux mixture.
Cherie Blosem is almost the only small-fruited hybrid with a determinant form of a bush. Growing it will pay off with a rich harvest even for beginner gardeners.
