Description of the Three Sisters tomato, growing instructions, and reviews

One of the main criteria for choosing tomatoes is ripening time. The Three Sisters tomato is one of the earliest ripening varieties. This is especially important for those planning to grow tomatoes in regions with short summers.

Features of cultivation

This option is suitable for gardeners who plan to grow tomatoes in regions with cold summers or who plan to harvest tomatoes as early as late June. Typically, no more than 100 days pass from sowing the seeds for seedlings until the first tomatoes ripen.

Description of the plant:

• The Three Sisters variety produces small bushes.
• They are considered determinate, meaning they do not grow very tall.
• Most often, when grown in the ground, tomatoes barely reach 1 m, but in greenhouses they can stretch up to 1.5 m.
• The bushes are quite heavily covered with foliage.
• The leaves are dark green and have a very rich color.
• On each plant, the first cluster should form above the 8th leaf. Each cluster will bear 6-8 fruits, but some bushes can produce up to 10 tomatoes per cluster.
• Each subsequent brush is formed through 2 leaves.

The Sestra f1 tomato (also known as the Three Sisters variety) is considered easy to grow. It rarely gets sick, but preventative spraying against diseases and pests should be done regularly. Furthermore, to ensure a good yield, timely fertilization is recommended. Experienced gardeners report that with proper cultivation practices, the fruits ripen much earlier than the manufacturer's recommended time.

As for caring for mature bushes, everything follows the traditional pattern. The plant needs to be tied up if it grows too tall. Also, for a higher yield, side shoots should be removed. It's best to train the bush into two stems.

The soil under the tomato plant should be loosened periodically. This is important because it ensures the root system receives sufficient oxygen. Tomatoes require potassium and nitrogen to form good fruit.

It is necessary to water the Three Sisters in a timely manner. The number of such procedures per week depends on the region where the bush is growing and its growing conditions. Greenhouses generally retain moisture longer. The "Three Sisters" variety is considered very sensitive to watering. If there is insufficient water, the leaves will begin to yellow and fall off, and the yield will not be as high as with proper cultivation.

Characteristics of fruits

The Three Sisters variety produces round, slightly flattened tomatoes. When unripe, the tomatoes are light green, but as they ripen, they turn bright red. The tomatoes are small, weighing an average of 150 g.

The Three Sisters tomatoes have a fairly good flavor. The fruits are sweet but have a distinct tartness. Each tomato contains four seed chambers.

Even experienced gardeners who have planted this tomato are impressed by its yield. With proper care, each tomato plant yields over 7 kg of delicious fruit.

Considering all the positive qualities of this variety, experts recommend it for growing in greenhouses in cold regions, for outdoor cultivation in the central and southern parts of the country, and for industrial planting.

The bountiful harvest from the Three Sisters variety is so abundant that there are enough tomatoes for both fresh consumption and winter preservation. These fruits are versatile and can be used for a variety of purposes. Furthermore, their thick skin makes them suitable for long-term storage and transportation.

Reviews from gardeners

As a rule, gardeners and vegetable growers leave positive reviews about this variety.

Lyudmila Ivanovna, Tver: "I planted the Three Sisters tomato for the first time. The harvest was impressive. It was enough to last the entire winter. We harvested 6-7 kg from each plant. The tomatoes are tasty, but a little tart. Perfect for pickling and salting!"

Miroslava, Moscow Region: "I love early-ripening tomatoes. 'Sestrenka' ('Three Sisters') turned out to be short, which is a plus since it doesn't need staking. The yield was impressive!"