Description of the GS 12 tomato and recommendations for growing the hybrid variety

The GS 12 tomato is an early hybrid variety. Its fruits have excellent flavor, making them ideal for salads and pickling. This easy-to-grow variety ripens 50-55 days after planting. The bushes are low-growing and tolerate hot climates well.

What is tomato GS 12?

Description and characteristics of the variety:

1. Tomatoes GS 12 f1 can grow even in infertile soils, they tolerate temperature fluctuations well.
2. A good root system allows the plant to produce a rich harvest, even with minimal care.
3. Tomatoes have long branches and many leaves on them.
4. The bushes reach a height of 0.8-1 m.
5. The first flower is formed above the 7-8th leaf, and the next ones after 1-2 leaves.
6. The fruit inside contains more than 4 sections.
7. The tomato produces clusters of fruits, meaning that several tomatoes grow in one bunch.

How are tomatoes grown?

The leaves are oblong, pointed, and dark green. The fruits are red without yellowing. They contain a high dry matter content and are not bitter. The fruit is round, and the flesh is firm. The tomatoes have excellent flavor. Each fruit weighs 120–160 g. Tomatoes are used in salads, tomato paste, sauces, and side dishes.

According to reviews from gardeners who have grown this tomato variety, the fruits are successfully used for canning. These tomatoes are easy to transport and can be stored for a long time after harvest. Adherence to proper agricultural practices creates the conditions for a good harvest. Regular watering, loosening the soil, weeding, and fertilizing are essential. Tomatoes grow well in sandy loam and clay soils.

Tomatoes are grown from seedlings. Seeds germinate best at temperatures of at least 13 to 15 ºC. Plant the plants at a reasonable distance from each other—approximately 40–50 cm. Ensure the soil does not dry out. At the same time, avoid overwatering, as this can damage the root system. Mature plants thrive at temperatures of 22 to 25 ºC during the day and 15 to 18 ºC at night.

Bushes need to be trained, and side shoots removed to prevent them from robbing the tomatoes of nutrients. According to gardeners, tomatoes need to be watered regularly at the roots. The leaves should be sprayed with water. Plants should be watered once every 1-2 days. Fertilize tomatoes regularly. Moisten the soil before applying fertilizer.

Care must be taken to prevent fertilizer from coming into contact with the leaves. Fertilizing boosts plant immunity, making them more resistant to various diseases and pests.

Potassium nitrate can be applied before flowering. The plant should be tied to a support. This variety is resistant to powdery mildew, cladosporiosis, and verticillium wilt. When growing tomatoes, humidity should be maintained at 80-85%.

When growing tomatoes in an open bed, you need to ensure that the soil does not dry out or become over-watered. In greenhouses, it is important to maintain the required temperature, ventilate the room, and check the condition of the tomatoes.

The GS 12 variety is easy to grow. Care for the plants follows the guidelines described above. The tomatoes don't produce a very large yield, but they do have high-quality fruits and excellent flavor.

Gardeners' reviews of the tomato's taste and versatility are only positive.