Characteristics and description of the tomato "Flashentomaten"

Flaschentomaten is a variety not yet common in our region. It belongs to the "Fläschen" group of tomatoes developed by German breeders. Translated, Flaschentomaten means "bottle-shaped tomato." Those who have already tried growing this variety appreciate its productivity and flavor.

Description of the variety

This variety is mid-season. Fruits begin to ripen 105-115 days after planting. It is recommended for both greenhouse and open-field cultivation.

This variety loves moisture, but watering should be regulated. In dry weather, water once every two days; in cool and damp weather, water once every five days with settled water. The water should be warm. Failure to do so can lead to fungal diseases. Dropping flowers and ovaries are signs of insufficient watering.

The variety has the following advantages:

• resistance to tomato diseases;
• high yield;
• long fruiting period;
• sweet taste of tomatoes;
• decorative appearance;
• moderate amount of greenery.

Disadvantages include: the large size of the bush, which requires tying and pinching out the side shoots, as well as the plant’s tendency to blossom-end rot.

The fruits of this variety are versatile. They make delicious fresh salads, and are ideal for decorative and stuffed dishes, as well as for drying. Their small size makes them ideal for canning. Their dense skin and thick, fleshy walls prevent them from cracking in hot marinades. They can even be frozen. They also make sweet sauces and juices.

The fruits are easy to transport, they store well, and the picked fruits ripen at home.

This variety is renowned for its long fruiting period. The plant produces a decent harvest even after the first frost. Flashentomaten is resistant to variable weather conditions.

Characteristics of the fruit and plant

The fruit's appearance is very interesting. It has a finger-shaped (or pepper-shaped) form with a small, pointed tip. Because the variety has not yet fully stabilized, other modified fruit shapes can also be found.

At the technical stage of ripeness, tomatoes are bright red; at the biological stage, they are light green. The skin is glossy, smooth, and even, containing a small number of seeds. Tomatoes grow on vines, forming large clusters. Each fruit weighs approximately 40-65 g and is 6-8 cm long. A single bush can yield up to 7 kg.

The indeterminate bush has the following features:

• grows tall (up to 1.8 meters);
• requires tying to a strong support;
• the stems are thin and not spreading;
• It is recommended to pick in the phase of 2-3 leaves;
• No more than 4-5 stepsons should be left.

Growing rules

Seeds should be sown for seedlings between mid-March and early April. They should be soaked in a damp gauze cloth for 10-12 hours. After sowing, each seed should be placed in a separate container to a depth of no more than 1.5 cm and covered with plastic wrap. A mixture of humus and turf soil is ideal. Maintain an air temperature of 22-24°C (72-75°F). Seedlings appear on the seventh day. After 7-9 weeks, the seedlings can be transplanted to their permanent growing site, using a spacing of 4-6 plants per square meter.

Important! Seedlings are sensitive to low temperatures. Planting should be done after all danger of night frosts has passed.

It is recommended to plant the plant in an area where there is no shadow during the day, otherwise the ripening period of the fruits will be extended for a long time.

Reviews

Tatiana

I planted just one bush for a test run, and the yield was enough for canning and fresh eating. I didn't remove any side shoots. I periodically treated it with calcium nitrate and oak bark decoction, as the variety is susceptible to blossom-end rot.

Olga

This is my second year planting them. The first season, I observed, there were very few fruits, but the second year, they were covered in a wall of tomatoes. The fruits were incredibly sweet both years. Delicious and juicy. I really enjoyed eating them fresh. They're also great for pickling due to their compact size.