Description of the Bell tomato and growing strong seedlings

Many gardeners are wondering how to grow Kolokolchik tomatoes. In Russia, varieties that are extremely low-maintenance are popular, making them suitable for growing in cold climates. Kolokolchik is one such variety. It is recommended for planting even in the Siberian region. It is a mid-season variety; the first harvest can be harvested four months after sowing the seeds in containers.

What is a Bell tomato?

The Kolokolchik variety is an indeterminate variety and is suitable for greenhouse cultivation. These tomatoes can also be grown outdoors, but temporary shelter will be necessary. The fruits have a fleshy pulp containing a small number of seeds. Customer and farmer reviews indicate that Kolokolchik has excellent flavor and tolerates long-distance transportation well.

The Bellflower tomato plant typically reaches 1.5 meters in height. The first inflorescence appears above the 7th, 8th, or 9th leaf. The remaining inflorescences are set at intervals of three leaves. Each inflorescence can produce 7-9 ripe tomatoes. The tomatoes are characterized by a rich red color and an elongated, slightly pointed shape.

The weight of a single fruit varies between 150 and 200 grams, although some tomatoes can reach 350 grams. These tomatoes are widely used in cooking: fresh, in various salads, and for making sauces and juice. Furthermore, the Bellflower is suitable for canning due to the texture of its skin.

The description of the variety can be reduced to several basic parameters:

• red;
• getting the first harvest in just 4 months;
• average weight 150-200 g;
• grown in closed greenhouses or under a canopy;
• can be used in any culinary dishes.

How to grow tomatoes?

It's recommended to sow Kolokolchik tomato seeds in individual containers several months before planting, ideally 50-60 days before planting in the permanent location. During germination, it's best to maintain a constant temperature of 24-25°C.

Plant the seeds in the ground after the seedlings have matured. A maximum of three plants are planted per square meter of soil. Mature plants require care and support. This is due to the fact that the Bellflower grows quite tall and under the weight of the fruit the bush can simply bend, or even fall and break. Typically, farmers and gardeners grow Bell tomato bushes, forming them into 1-2 stems.

This variety requires constant watering and periodic fertilization with mineral fertilizers. It is recommended to fertilize the plant 3-4 times during the growing season. Weekly watering is recommended, while regularly loosening the soil and removing weeds is essential.

To improve seedling germination, protect plants from various diseases, and increase the yield of each bush, it is necessary to use specialized fertilizers designed to stimulate faster growth and development of tomatoes.

Customer reviews indicate that this variety is ideal for growing in harsh climates. It tolerates temperature fluctuations well, produces a good yield, and has excellent flavor. Furthermore, many farmers note that this variety is well suited for long-distance transportation without significant crop loss.