Description of the German Red Strawberry tomato and growing recommendations

Gardeners are interested in how to grow German Red Strawberry tomatoThis delicious variety got its name from its large fruits, which resemble giant strawberries or wild strawberries. These tomatoes have a fruity, sweet flavor and a pleasant aroma. Developed by German breeders, the German Red Strawberry variety is early maturing and produces a good yield.

What is a German Red Strawberry tomato?

Characteristics and description of the variety:

1. The plant has a medium height and a moderate number of leaves.
2. Tomatoes can be grown in open areas, where plants reach a height of 120 cm.
3. In greenhouse conditions, the bushes grow larger and more powerful.
4. The fruits ripen on clusters, the maximum number per cluster is 6 pieces.
5. The fruits ripen evenly. One bush can yield a farmer about 8 kg of good-quality tomatoes,
6. The flesh is bright red and the fruit has no spots or stripes.
7. The tomato has a small number of seeds and a thin, smooth skin that prevents the fruit from cracking.
8. The weight of 1 fruit reaches 600 g, although some representatives of the variety can grow up to 1 kg in weight.

The following are among the advantages of this variety:

1. The fruits ripen early and evenly. From germination to the first harvest, it takes just under three months.
2. Excellent taste of ripe tomatoes.
3. The tomato has an unusual shape; the fruits resemble strawberries.
4. The variety is unpretentious in care.
5. Tomatoes have good resistance to some diseases that affect other tomato varieties.

Descriptions and reviews from farmers indicate that the only drawback of German Red strawberries is the need for shaping. Once the plants reach their full height, they need to be tied to supports. The variety must be fed, since in infertile soil the yield is significantly reduced.

How to grow tomatoes?

Growing tomatoes can be done directly or using seedlings. The seeds must be pre-soaked in a special growth stimulant, and in some cases, disinfection with hydrogen peroxide is also required. This should only be done for seeds collected by the farmer himself. If you buy seeds from a store, this is not necessary, as they have already undergone the necessary treatment.

The soil for seedlings should consist of garden soil and humus. Sometimes, it's acceptable to add river sand, wood ash, and superphosphate. To ensure successful germination, maintain a temperature of around 25°C.

Once the seedlings emerge, they should be placed in a location with constant bright light. Care should be taken to ensure that the seedlings don't grow tall, but rather stay compact and low.

Plants are planted in the greenhouse at the end of May. If you plan to grow tomatoes outdoors, planting should take place in early summer. A maximum of four plants are planted per square meter. Initially, seedlings in the open ground should be covered with plastic.

German Red Strawberry tomatoes require constant watering with warm water. The soil should be loosened and fertilized. It's best to alternate organic and mineral fertilizers, applying 3-4 applications per season. Bushes are formed with 1-2 stems, and side shoots that form after 3 clusters should be removed. Irregularly grown flowers should also be removed to encourage rapid fruit set.