Tomato Blueberry Sorbet
Solanum lycopersicum 'Blueberry Sorbet'
An unusual mid-early determinate variety with dark striped fruits resembling blueberries. Fruits are sweet, medium-sized (80–100 g) with unique purple-black coloration. Notable for high yield and resistance to late blight in CIS climates.
Stages of growth
Planting calendar
How to care
Soak seeds in warm water for 20–30 minutes, then dry.
- •Use nutrient-rich seedling soil (peat and perlite mix).
- •Treat seeds with fungicide to prevent fungal diseases.
- •Maintain 22–25°C for rapid germination.
Difficulty growing
Requires basic knowledge and regular care.
Growing conditions
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Soil preparation
Planting parameters
💡Preparation Tips
- •Dig the bed to a depth of 25-30 cm
- •Add compost or humus (5-10 kg per m²)
- •If necessary, adjust pH with lime or peat
Frequently asked questions(6)
Sow in late February — early March (50–60 days before transplanting into soil). If sown in March, transplanting will occur in late May — early June into open ground or greenhouse.
Transplant seedlings at 50–60 days old (6–8 true leaves stage) in late May — early June, after the last frost risk and when soil warms to 15–18°C. In cold regions, transplanting can be delayed to late June.
At seedling stage — 2–3 times weekly carefully. After transplanting — regularly, once every 2–3 days depending on weather and soil moisture. In hot weather, may need daily watering. Water at root level, avoiding foliage.
Yes, this determinate variety benefits from side shoot removal for better ventilation and fruit quality. Remove all lateral shoots below the first fruit cluster and between clusters. Do this regularly when shoots reach 3–5 cm length.
First ripe fruits appear in late July — early August (70–90 days after transplanting). Main harvest is in August–September. Regular picking increases total yield. Harvest last fruits before first frost in late September — early October.
Main threats: late blight (Phytophthora, especially in wet conditions), bacterial spot, spider mites, whiteflies. Prevention: proper watering at root level, leaf pruning, copper sprays (Bordeaux mix, copper hydroxide) at first signs. Blueberry Sorbet shows good late blight resistance.
Benefits and nutrition
Unique dark coloration, excellent sweet flavor, high yield, resistance to late blight.
*The information is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.
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