The list of universal tomato varieties is not that long. Despite the variety of results from the work of breeders, you rarely find a variety that would satisfy all the needs of gardeners. High yield, ease of care, resistance to sudden temperature changes, excellent taste, the ability to grow in greenhouses and open ground - these are just some of the advantages that the best tomatoes should have.
And the “Siberian Miracle” tomato, according to the stated characteristics and numerous reviews of those summer residents who planted this variety on their plot, fully justifies such a sonorous name. Why is this tomato so good, and what are its characteristics?
History of selection
Experts began working on breeding this variety at the end of the last century. And already in 2006, the “Siberian Miracle” tomato was included in the State Register of Breeding Achievements.
Altai scientists involved in developing a new variety pursued a number of goals, the most important of which were: growing tomatoes in difficult climatic conditions and obtaining high yields. And the set goals were achieved.
The “Siberian Miracle” tomato really amazes with its yield even with a sharp decrease or increase in temperatures, which is not uncommon in the Siberian region. The first tests went off with a bang, the results confirmed all the characteristics stated in the description.
This variety has conquered even the most fastidious summer residents with its unpretentiousness in cultivation and versatility in use.
Despite the fact that the tomato variety was bred exclusively for cultivation in regions with harsh climates, its productivity was appreciated by vegetable growers in the central and southern regions of Russia.
Interesting! Many gardeners who have been growing tomatoes of this variety for several years note one feature - the fruits do not crack when ripe.
Tomato seeds of the Siberian Miracle variety are sold by Zolotaya Sotka Altai and Aelita.
According to reviews from experienced summer residents, the description of the “Siberian Miracle” tomatoes on the seed packaging corresponds to the characteristics of the variety specified in the State Register.
For which regions is the variety suitable?
The name “Siberian miracle” alone can tell a lot. This is a fairly unpretentious variety to climatic conditions, and it can be grown throughout our vast country. But there are still several nuances. If you grow tomatoes in a greenhouse, then you don’t have to think about the bushes’ resistance to unexpected cold snaps and prolonged rains. If the site has a designated bed only in open ground, then stock up on a portable greenhouse. It will need to be removed in the morning if the weather is warm and clear, and cover the tomatoes in the evening or on rainy and cool days. If you live in the Rostov region, Krasnodar region, the Caucasus and other southern latitudes, then shelter is not required at all.
a brief description of
The “Siberian Miracle” tomato grows in open ground to a height of 1.3-1.6 m. When grown in greenhouse conditions, this figure may be slightly higher. The trunks are powerful and durable, the foliage is large, emerald green.
Fruits set in any weather. And even with sudden temperature changes, the tomato set is at its best. The fruits set and pour quickly and smoothly.
Tomatoes are interdeterminate plants, meaning the main stem grows continuously.
“The Siberian Miracle” will delight gardeners with high yields in hot weather, with slight cooling, in greenhouses or open ground.
When growing tomatoes outdoors, the plants must be tied to long stakes or a strong trellis installed in the garden bed. The height of the supports should reach at least 1.5-1.7 m. When growing tomatoes in greenhouse conditions, you should also not forget about the garter.
Tomato fruit clusters do not break and therefore do not require personal garter or support. They are strong enough to bear the weight of the fruit.
Distinctive qualities of fruits
In the first two clusters, the tomatoes are formed quite large, sometimes their weight reaches 300-350 grams. They look appetizing, have an oval shape, bright red color with a raspberry tint. Tomatoes collected in the first wave are perfect for cutting fresh salads.
Interesting! Thanks to the simplicity of agricultural technology, high yields and advantages, tomatoes can be grown both in private plots and on farms.
The pulp of tomatoes of the “Siberian Miracle” variety is ideal, it is dense and tender, moderately juicy, but the dry matter content in tomatoes reaches 6%. In terms of taste, the indicators are also excellent - sweet, with a slightly noticeable sourness. Number of seed chambers 5-7 pcs.
During the second wave of harvest, the so-called mass harvest, the weight of tomatoes is much less, 150-200 grams. The fruits are egg-shaped and ripen together.
Unripe tomatoes are light green in color; the fruit has a dark spot near the stalk. During the ripening process, the stain disappears completely.
Tomatoes are excellent at transporting over short distances while maintaining their taste and presentation. For long-distance transportation, it is recommended to harvest slightly unripe.
Features of maturation
The tall tomato “Siberian Miracle” is a mid-season variety. The first harvest can be harvested 90-110 days after the appearance of the first shoots. A long period of fruiting is characterized by the full production of tasty tomatoes of excellent quality and excellent presentation.
Fruit clusters ripen in waves; overall yield indicators can please even experienced vegetable growers. When grown in greenhouse conditions, from 1 m² you can harvest up to 10-15 kg of tomatoes during the entire fruiting period, and from one bush the yield reaches 4-6 kg.
When grown in open ground, this figure may be a little more modest. And again, it all depends on what surprises the weather brings.
In mid-August - early September, summer residents remove unripe tomatoes from plants grown in open ground. They ripen well at room temperature and retain their taste for a long time.
Interesting! Tomatoes contain large amounts of “serotonin,” the so-called happiness hormone that improves mood.
Siberian wonders of endurance
In terms of its resistance to stress factors, the tomato really lives up to its sonorous name. They are not only not inferior, but in many ways superior to many hybrids. As a rule, hybrid varieties, due to certain goals pursued during their creation, are intended for special growing conditions. Greenhouse plants tolerate high temperatures well, while soil plants tolerate low temperatures.
Tomatoes of the “Siberian Miracle” variety are flexible:
- They do not stop growing and grow well even with sudden changes in ambient temperature;
- They bloom and form ovaries in any weather;
- Capable of producing an excellent harvest both in open and closed ground.
These qualities guarantee the stability of high yields every year, despite the vagaries of the weather.
The description and characteristics of the “Siberian Miracle” tomato only confirm its versatility.
Features of cultivation
Growing this variety is quite simple - it does not impose any specific care requirements. Therefore, the variety is suitable for beginner gardeners - after the first experience, they can take on more complex tasks.
Seedlings are grown in ordinary plastic cups. The soil is prepared independently (equal amounts of peat and soil with a few pinches of sand and 100-150 g of wood ash). It is first disinfected in a solution of potassium permanganate. The seeds go through a similar procedure on the day of planting.
The instructions are simple:
- Seeds are planted 2-3 per cup to a depth of no more than 1 cm.
- Moisten generously and cover with film.
- They dive 10-15 days after the appearance of 3 leaves. If the fit is loose, this is not necessary.
- Constantly provide additional lighting so that the total daylight hours are at least 12 hours.
- First, they provide a high temperature of 24-25 degrees, and 2 weeks before transferring to the greenhouse they are hardened at 16-18.
Siberian miracle tomato seedlings can be grown in ordinary plastic cups
The bushes are transferred to the greenhouse in the first half of May. Planted according to the standard scheme 60*50 cm. Moreover, per 1 sq. m place no more than 3 bushes. Further care is also simple:
- Watering 2 times a week (it is better to “underwater” slightly).
- Fertilizing every 2 weeks - complex mineral.
- Loosening the soil after each fertilizing.
- Mulching with straw, peat (after replanting).
- Garter to a support and formation of a bush into 2 branches.
Advantages and disadvantages
The advantages of “Siberian Miracle” tomatoes are difficult to overestimate. Its advantages over other varieties are obvious:
- High percentage of germination – 99.8%;
- They can easily tolerate diving and transplanting into the ground;
- They grow and bear fruit well in difficult climatic conditions;
- Stressful conditions do not affect the growth and yield of tomatoes;
- They form ovaries regardless of weather conditions;
- Ripening is wave-like, which makes it possible to process the harvested crop in a timely manner;
- Resistance to major tomato diseases;
- High yield;
- Excellent taste of fruits;
- Wide scope of application;
- Unripe tomatoes ripen quickly at home;
- It is not a hybrid, which makes it possible to independently harvest seeds every year;
- The fruits tolerate transportation well.
Interesting! Contrary to popular belief, heat treatment of tomatoes only improves their beneficial qualities.
The only drawback of the Siberian Miracle tomatoes is the plant’s intolerance to waterlogging.
The agricultural technology of growing tomatoes is so simple that even a novice vegetable grower can cope with planting and caring for plants.
Application area
The wave-like ripening of tomatoes allows housewives to process a rich harvest in a timely manner without loss. Fruits that ripen in the first wave are slightly larger than those that ripen later. This distinctive quality allows you to enjoy the taste of fresh tomatoes, and subsequently prepare a large number of marinades over the winter.
“Siberian Miracle” tomatoes are ideal for the following preparations:
- Whole fruit canning;
- Preparation of juices, pastes, ketchups;
- Preparation of any winter salads as a component;
- Freezing;
- Drying.
Thanks to such qualities as the excellent taste of tomatoes, high dry matter content, and juiciness, “Siberian Miracle” tomatoes can be used in the preparation of any dishes or baked goods, which makes them truly universal.
Care
At the moment when the ovaries are just beginning to form, fertilizing should be done. It consists in using substances with a high content of potassium and phosphorus compounds. Experts also advise using organic substances. It is best to use cow and bird droppings, wood ash or humus. Between the rows you can put a small amount of a mixture of straw and humus so that nutrients flow better.
Watering is carried out every 2-3 days and exclusively with water at room temperature. It is also important to loosen the soil and remove all unnecessary weeds. If it is noticed that the soil has settled and the root system has appeared outside, it is important to hill up the beds.
Secrets of agricultural technology
The agricultural technology for growing the “Siberian miracle” is not much different from the rules for growing traditional varieties. These tomatoes can hardly be called whimsical or capricious.
Interesting! In addition to the fact that tomatoes are grown to provide the family with fresh vegetables, some varieties of these plants are often used as a decorative element when composing compositions in landscape design.
But there are a number of recommendations that must be followed to get an excellent harvest:
- When planting plants in the ground, the seedlings must be at least two months old;
- Recommended planting scheme per 1 m²: 3 plants in open ground, 4 bushes in a greenhouse;
- Tall tomatoes need a reliable garter;
- “Siberian miracle” needs to be grown in 1 or 2 stems;
- Tomatoes need regular pinching;
- Regular fertilizing, weeding, loosening the soil is the key to a bountiful harvest;
- When growing tomatoes in greenhouse conditions, it is necessary to ensure free access to fresh air;
- Remember to monitor the soil moisture and do not allow it to dry out. Mulching will help you maintain moderate moisture;
- To protect tomatoes from diseases or harmful insects, a set of measures is used when growing plants: therapeutic and preventive spraying, crop rotation, soil disinfection.
With a minimum of time and effort, you can get a truly excellent tomato harvest.
A detailed video will help beginners learn everything about growing tomatoes, from planting to harvesting.
