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Tomato variety Bear's Paw got its name from the unusual shape of the fruit. Its origin is not exactly known. It is believed that the variety was bred by amateur breeders.
Below are reviews, photos, yield of tomatoes Bear's paw. The variety is recommended for regions with a temperate and warm climate. Growing in colder regions is allowed when planting in a greenhouse.
Variety characteristics
The appearance of the Bear Paw variety has a number of features:
- height of tomatoes - 2 m;
- bush of an indeterminate type;
- tops of dark green color;
- 3-4 tomatoes ripen on the brush.
The characteristics and description of the tomato variety Bear's Paw are as follows:
- mid-early ripening;
- high productivity;
- flat-round tomatoes;
- there is a pronounced ribbing near the peduncle;
- the mass of tomatoes is 800 g;
- when ripe, the color of tomatoes changes from green to dark red;
- glossy skin;
- juicy fleshy pulp;
- good taste of tomatoes;
- there is sourness;
- a large number of seed chambers;
- resistance to drought and major diseases.
Variety yield
Up to 30 kg of fruits are harvested from one bush of tomatoes of this variety. Due to this, it is considered to be high-yielding. Tomatoes ripen gradually throughout the season.
The characteristics and description of the Bear's Paw tomato variety allow you to use it fresh, add it to soups, salads, sauces and main dishes. In home canning, these tomatoes are used to make mashed potatoes, juice and pasta.
The harvested fruits can be stored for a long time or transported over long distances. If plucked green, they will ripen quickly in room conditions.
Landing order
Tomato Bear's Paw is suitable for growing in greenhouses and in open areas. In cold climates, as well as for a large harvest, it is recommended to plant tomatoes indoors. Tomato soil is prepared by digging and composting.
Getting seedlings
Tomatoes are grown by seedling method. Seeds are planted in early March. It is recommended to prepare soil for planting in advance by mixing in equal proportions of soil and humus. River sand and peat are added to heavy soil.
The soil is heat treated for 10-15 minutes. Then it is left for 2 weeks so that the bacteria that are good for tomatoes can multiply.
The day before planting, tomato seeds are soaked in warm water. In this way, seed germination is increased.
The prepared soil is placed in shallow containers 15 cm high. On its surface, grooves with a depth of 1 cm must be made. Tomato seeds are placed in the soil in increments of 2 cm. Seed material is sprinkled on top with earth and watered.
The containers are kept in the dark for the first few days. It is recommended to cover them with foil or glass. The higher the ambient temperature, the faster the first tomato sprouts will appear. The best germination is observed at a temperature of 25-30 degrees.
When tomato shoots begin to appear, the containers are transferred to the windowsill. Landings are provided with lighting for 12 hours. For watering tomatoes, warm settled water is used.
Transfer to the greenhouse
According to reviews and photos, the Bear's Paw tomato gives the maximum yield when grown in greenhouses.This planting method is also used in cold regions.
It is necessary to transplant seedlings at the age of one and a half to two months. By this time, its height will reach 25 cm and 5-6 full-fledged leaves are formed.
The soil in the greenhouse is prepared in the autumn, when it is dug up and the remnants of the previous culture are removed. It is not recommended to grow tomatoes in one place for two years in a row. The topsoil in the tomato heifer also needs to be replaced to avoid the spread of diseases and insects in the spring.
The soil must remain loose and have good permeability. Tall tomatoes are planted in holes, between which they leave 60 cm.
The tomatoes are staggered. This simplifies the maintenance process, promotes root development and ventilation.
Outdoor cultivation
In open areas, Bear's Paw tomatoes are grown in the southern regions. For them, beds are prepared, which are dug up in the fall and fertilized with compost.
Tomatoes are not planted in places where peppers or eggplants were previously grown. However, they can be planted after onions, garlic, cabbage, cucumbers, legumes.
Plants are placed in holes spaced 60 cm apart.If several rows are organized, then 70 cm are left between them.
An earthen lump with a tomato root system is placed in a hole, covered with soil and trampled down a little. Be sure to water the plants with warm water.
Care features
Proper care will allow you to get a high yield of tomatoes and avoid problems with the spread of diseases and pests. The care process includes the introduction of moisture and fertilizers, pinching and tying the bush.
Watering tomatoes
Tomato variety Bear's Paw needs moderate watering. It is important not to allow the soil to dry out and form a hard crust on its surface.
As the reviews and photos of the Bear's Paw tomato show, excess moisture also negatively affects the plants. As a result, it slows down their development, and fungal diseases are provoked.
After planting in a permanent place and abundant watering, the next application of moisture is postponed for a week. The water used must settle and warm up.
One tomato bush requires 3 liters of water. During the flowering period, up to 5 liters of water are added, but the procedure is carried out no more than once a week. During fruiting, the intensity of watering is reduced to avoid cracking of the tomatoes.
Top dressing
The first feeding of tomatoes is carried out a week after plant transplantation. You can use both minerals and folk remedies. An interval of 2 weeks is made between procedures.
Preference is given to dressings based on potassium or phosphorus. When watering in 10 liters of water, dissolve 30 g of superphosphate or potassium sulfate. Phosphorus contributes to the development of tomatoes and the formation of a healthy root system. Potassium helps improve the flavor of the fruit.
During the flowering period, tomatoes are sprayed with boric acid (1 g of the substance is diluted in 1 liter of water). This feeding stimulates the formation of ovaries.
Bush formation
Tomato Bear's paw is formed into one or two stems. The lower leaves and side shoots must be removed. Grassing helps to avoid excessive growth of green mass. You need to eliminate shoots growing from the leaf axils.
The variety in question is tall, therefore, it must be tied up. A wooden or metal strip is used as a support. Tomatoes are tied at the top.
Tomatoes can be tied to a support structure consisting of several supports. A wire is pulled between them, to which the plants are fixed.
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Conclusion
The Bear's Paw variety is considered unpretentious and versatile. It is grown for sale and for personal use. Plant care includes watering, feeding and forming a bush. The variety is resistant to disease and adverse conditions.
