Review of Cherry Vera F1 tomato: photos, features, reviews

For many gardeners, tomato yield is not the last criterion that influences which variety or hybrid they choose. Today, high-yielding varieties of tomatoes have been developed and are being developed for growing at home. In 2019, a new hybrid with cherry fruits, the Vera tomato, was added to the State Register. Gardeners who would like to plant it will be interested in information about the characteristics and agricultural technology of the plant.

Characteristics and description of the variety

The hybrid Cherry Vera is recommended to be grown in private plots not in open beds, but in greenhouses or hotbeds. The variety is early ripening (90-95 days pass from germination to the first tomatoes).

Description of the variety:

• indeterminate bush (grows up to 2 m in height);
• leaf dark green, medium size;
• intermediate inflorescence, up to 20 ovaries are formed on one;
• The 1st fruit cluster is formed after the 9th leaf;
• stalk with articulation;
• tomatoes are ovoid, slightly ribbed, with dense pulp, smooth skin;
• unripe tomatoes are light green, ripe ones are red;
• number of seed chambers – 2;
• the taste is good.

The yield of the early ripening hybrid Cherry Vera with a small size and weight of fruits - only 30 g - is 13.8 kg per square meter. m.

Tomatoes are universal in use; they can be used for fresh eating and for a variety of canning. It is convenient to marinate them in jars of different sizes.

You can see what Cherry Vera tomato bushes look like in the photos below.

Characteristics of the variety

Cherry Vera F1 is a tomato variety with small fruits. Their weight ranges from 15-40 grams. All Cherry tomatoes compare favorably with their relatives with their rich, sweet taste. Breeders have developed many species of this variety. In the process of creating new species, disadvantages were removed and advantages were introduced.

So, over time, these small cherry tomatoes acquired a lot of advantages. The smallest varieties can be grown even at home on a windowsill, so there will be fresh tomatoes on the table all year round.

Description of the plant

Cherry tomatoes F1 are a variety of small-fruited tomatoes intended for growing in greenhouses (you can find out what other varieties of cherry tomatoes are suitable for growing in a greenhouse here). The variety is tall (indeterminate), early ripening, with a powerful stem. It can reach more than 2 meters in height.

Main characteristics of the hybrid:

• weight of one fruit – up to 30 g;
• the pulp is dense, sweet, aromatic;
• seed chambers – two;
• obovate shape with a small pointed nose.

By the time the tomato is fully ripe, the nose smooths out a little.

It is recommended to form the plant into one stem. To do this, it is necessary to monitor the formation of new stepsons, which should be removed immediately. The first inflorescences are formed at the level of the 9th node. One branch can bear from 15 to 20 fruits at the same time.

What regions is it suitable for?

In central Russia, Cherry Vera tomatoes are grown in greenhouses. Since the plant is indeterminate, the stems require support.

It is most convenient to use garters that are attached to the ceiling of the greenhouse and extend along the length almost to the ground. As the plant grows, it is necessary to carefully wrap the garter around the stem so as not to damage it.

In the southern regions, growing the Cherry Vera hybrid in open ground is allowed (we talked about the best low-growing and other varieties of cherry tomatoes for open ground in a separate article). In this case, trellises are used to tie up the stems.

Precocity

On average, from germination to full ripening it takes from 90 to 100 days. Another advantage of the hybrid is the possibility of ripening. If the fruits on one cluster are unevenly ripened, you can cut it off entirely and set it aside to ripen.

Productivity

This setting is affected by several conditions. If you follow all the rules of cultivation and care, the plant will reward you with a generous harvest - from 15 to 18 kilograms per square meter.

In order for the hybrid to meet the gardener’s expectations, the Cherry Vera tomato should be provided with the following conditions:

• cultivation in closed ground (greenhouse, hotbed);
• timely ventilation and watering;
• planting seedlings up to 5 plants per 1 m2 with mandatory formation into one stem.

Thickening of plantings or the formation of a plant into two or more stems negatively affects the number of ovaries and the rate of fruit ripening.

No less important for a high-quality, abundant harvest is such a parameter as crop resistance to various diseases. Thus, Cherry Vera hybrid tomatoes are not prone to:

1. fusarium and verticillium (premature wilting caused by a fungal infection);
2. Meloidogynosis (damage by root-knot nematodes).

Features of growing tomatoes

Planting seeds in fertile soil for growing seedlings is done at different times. It depends on the region and the weather conditions corresponding to it. The timing of transplanting seedlings is different, so it is customary to adhere to the following rule: 60-65 days should pass from the moment of planting the seeds to transferring the seedlings to the greenhouse.

It is recommended to use special fertile soil for growing seedlings - ready-made soil mixtures for tomatoes or for seedlings. You can sow seeds purchased from the manufacturer without any additional processing for the purpose of disinfection.

The only thing that is recommended to do is to treat them with growth stimulants (Flor-Gumate or Epin-Extra). They will improve seed germination and plant productivity.

Biostimulator for tomatoes Cherry Vera can be prepared independently, at home. Take a teaspoon of honey or baking soda per glass of water. The planting material is soaked in this solution for 12 hours, after which it is sown in a prepared container with a nutrient soil mixture:

1. Seeds are planted in the soil to a depth of 1.5 cm.
2. Sprinkle earth on top and gently pour warm water over it.

So that when watering the seeds do not go deeper than they should, the soil in the box or cup is moistened and slightly compacted. For watering immediately after planting, it is better to use a spray bottle.

Before the first shoots appear, the container is covered with cling film and placed in a warm place with a temperature of +21+24°C.

As soon as the seedlings hatch, the film is removed and the air temperature is lowered to +18°C. The container with the sprouts is placed, if possible, on the brightest windowsill in the apartment.

If there is not enough daylight or the weather does not favor sunny days, you can arrange additional lighting with a fluorescent lamp.

There are two ways to grow seedlings:

1. with sprouts diving;
2. without picking.

In the first case, the seedlings are transplanted into separate pots when the first true leaves grow on them. This must be done very carefully so as not to damage the still fragile root system.

When choosing the option of growing seedlings without picking, place 3-5 seeds in each hole or in a separate cup. With the appearance of 2 true leaves, the strongest seedling is selected, and the rest are carefully pinched.

This method is good when there is a lot of planting material. Also, when growing seedlings without picking, the seeds can be germinated before planting to ensure germination. In this case, you can place one sprouted seed in each separate glass, and picking will not be necessary.

About 10 days before planting the seedlings in a permanent place, they begin to harden them. To do this, cups of sprouts are taken out to the balcony every day. Start with 30 minutes and gradually increase the time spent in the fresh air. If the apartment has a glazed loggia, then for the last few days of hardening the seedlings can be left there overnight.

All varieties of tomatoes are good in their own way. Each of them has its own disadvantages and advantages. The choice of one variety or another is a personal matter for each gardener. The main thing is that tomatoes please the eye and taste, and also meet the basic needs of those who grow them.

As for Cherry Vera tomatoes, this variety can safely be called universal. Tomatoes are stored fresh for a long time; they can be canned either whole or used to prepare winter salads, tomato paste, juice and borscht dressings. And this amazing variety will look great if you prepare the fruits in their own juice.

There is a huge number of different decorative varieties in the cherry line and thanks to the work of breeders, the range is constantly increasing. Read about which tomatoes are suitable for growing in the Moscow region, open ground and greenhouses and what the beneficial properties and possible harm of the vegetable are to the body on our Internet portal.

Sowing and growing seedlings

Tomato Cherry Vera F1 is grown through seedlings. Since they are planted in greenhouses, the seeds can be sown quite early - in February.

It is recommended to plant hybrid seeds in separate pots. It is enough for them to have a volume of about 0.3 liters.

Joint cultivation in boxes is not recommended; it is better to plant each plant separately, so as not to replant it later and not injure the roots.

Growing conditions: temperature of at least 25˚С at the first stage, until the sprouts emerge from the ground, and at least 20˚С the rest of the time, humidity 70%. Lighting - lasting at least 10-12 hours.

Growing should be carried out in the brightest place in the room. Traditionally, pots are placed on or near a windowsill. If there is not enough light, you need to use backlighting from fluorescent lamps. In a poorly lit place, plants will quickly stretch out and become pale. Such seedlings take a long time to take root and often get sick.

Water cherry tomatoes only with warm, settled water, in a small volume, but so that it soaks the entire substrate completely. The frequency of watering should be moderate so that the soil is not wet.

Tomato seedlings should be fed no more than once every 2 weeks. You can apply both mineral fertilizers and organic matter, but it is easier to use ready-made complex fertilizers. What proportion to use is indicated in the instructions for the fertilizer.

Hardening is not carried out for greenhouse tomatoes. But if they are grown for open beds, then they need to be hardened off within the last 7-10 days.

The plants should be approximately 1.5 months old at the time of transplantation.

Features of growing Cherry Vera tomatoes, planting and care

Sowing the seeds of this tomato for seedlings is carried out 60-65 days before the intended planting in the ground. Seedlings dive at the stage of two true leaves.

When planting seedlings in a permanent place per 1 sq. up to 4 plants are placed per meter of plot, provided they form 1 stem.

Planting in the ground and caring for tomatoes

Cherry Vera tomato is placed in beds with a density of 5 plants per 1 square meter. m, place them in grooves or holes. After planting is completed, the tomatoes are watered and the area of ​​the beds is covered with peat chips, sawdust or hay. Without mulch, you will have to loosen the soil after each irrigation, and it will also dry out faster.

Since these tomatoes are tall, they must be tied to a support or trellis. You should take care of this in advance and place pegs on the beds. When the plants grow, they are tied to a support.

Tomatoes need to be formed into 2-3 stems. This is necessary so that enough flowers are formed on the plants to obtain the harvest promised by the seed manufacturer.

They are formed according to the following scheme: in addition to the main stem, leave 1 or 2 of the lowest stepsons, and remove the rest. Next, you need to pick off the lower leaves when they have fulfilled their functions and turn yellow. This will allow air to pass more freely over the ground and reduce the likelihood of illness.

Cherry Vera tomatoes are watered throughout the growing season, once every 2-3 days. They require especially a lot of water at the initial stage of growth and during mass ripening of fruits.

On hot days you need to water more often, on cloudy days - less often. Towards the end of the growing season, watering is gradually reduced, and then stopped altogether.

After each irrigation, the soil must be loosened if mulch is not laid on the beds.

Tomatoes need to be fed at least 3 times per season: before flowering begins, then with an interval of 2 weeks. Fertilizers are standard for feeding this crop: saltpeter, urea, superphosphate, potassium salt, potassium monophosphate, etc. Solutions must be diluted according to the instructions.

Folk remedies for feeding: infusion of manure (1 to 10) and ash solution (1 tbsp. per 10 l).

The first harvest of super-early tomatoes can begin to be harvested approximately 3 months after germination, and until all the fruits are completely ripened.

Tomatoes store well; due to their small size, they can be well packaged and transported.

More details about growing this hybrid can be seen in the video.

Cherry Vera tomatoes, video

If you grew Vera cherry tomatoes, please write whether you liked them or not. What was the yield and taste of the fruits like under your climatic conditions? How do you rate the disease resistance of this hybrid? Briefly describe the advantages and disadvantages of this tomato in your opinion. If possible, attach to your review a photo of the entire bush or individual fruits you grew. Thank you!

Your reviews of the Cherry Vera tomato and additions to the description will help many gardeners evaluate this hybrid more objectively and decide whether it is worth planting or not.

Advantages and disadvantages

Cherry Vera tomatoes have many advantages: they have high yields, excellent taste and marketability, fruits of uniform size, and ripen early. In addition to these qualities, the hybrid is resistant to fungal infections and is easy to care for.

All this makes the tomato suitable for growing by vegetable growers who have little experience in home gardening.

In reviews of the hybrid, gardeners highlight the high cost of planting material and the presence of only 5 seeds per package.

Growing experience: advantages and disadvantages

Tomato Vera F1 is good not only for its rapid ripening. Its other advantages:

1. Tomatoes are sweet and aromatic. They are suitable for eating fresh and for all kinds of preservation.
2. Bright red tomatoes have an excellent presentation. They have 2 cameras.
3. The skin is strong, the flesh is quite strong. Therefore, tomatoes tolerate transportation well and are stored for a long time in a cool room or in the refrigerator.
4. The fruits are calibrated to one size. They ripen evenly.
5. An unripe crop can ripen when picked.
6. The variety has high immunity to fusarium, verticillium, and other ailments of the vegetable garden.

The hybrid also has disadvantages:

1. Tomatoes do not have exceptional resistance to pests. Use standard greenhouse fungicides in the spring.
2. Bushes are formed into 1-3 lashes. Stepchildren are not allowed. A mandatory care measure is a garter.

Diseases and pests of the hybrid

Hybrid Cherry Vera F1 is resistant to verticillium, root-knot nematodes, and fusarium. Despite this, it is recommended to carry out preventive treatments with fungicides against these diseases.

To combat pests that can also settle on tomato plants, folk remedies or chemical insecticides are used.

To be successful, the fight against diseases and pests must begin when the very first signs of damage appear.

A selection of reviews about the hybrid

In the greenhouse of Vera F1 tomato seed producers, individual clusters number 30 fruits, and the height of the vines is 2.5-3 m. There are few reviews from practicing amateur gardeners on the Internet. This is due to the youth of the hybrid. It was released in 2016-2017. and has not yet become widespread among the people.

Practice shows the high resistance of tomatoes to late blight. Additionally, the bed is saved by early ripening, before the outbreak of the disease. The trunk of the plant is strong and does not break under the weight of the fruit. The optimal number of stems is 2. This way you will get the maximum benefit from the plant in terms of yield.

Vera F1 - young tomato. Breeders talk about its high yield, resistance to typical tomato diseases, very early and friendly ripening, and sweet taste. The experience of amateur gardeners has not yet confirmed or refuted this. The hybrid is adapted for cultivation in protected ground, therefore suitable for cool regions.