Key facts
- Days to maturity
- 48 days
- Growth habit
- Determinate
- Listed for
- United States
Overview
Siberian is an early determinate tomato of Russian origin, and it lives up to its name by ripening in about 48 days from transplant. The fruits are bright red and reach up to 5 ounces, a useful size for slicing even though the plants stay bushy. Because it matures so quickly and sets fruit on a compact plant, it is a sensible pick for short-season gardens, cool climates or anyone who wants the first tomatoes of the year without much fuss over staking.
Siberian traits
- Determinate bushy plants
- Bright red fruit up to 5 oz
- Very early, about 48 days from transplant
- Russian heritage suited to cool, short seasons
Good for
- Early fresh eating
- Short-season and northern gardens
Compare with other tomato varieties
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| Variety | Days to maturity | Growth habit | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Siberian this page | 48 days | Determinate | — |
| Beginner | 50–55 days | Determinate | — |
| Fireworks II | 50–55 days | Determinate | — |
| Native Sun | 50 days | Determinate | — |
| Patio | 50–70 days | Determinate | — |
| Prairie Fire | 50–55 days | Determinate | — |
| Forest Fire | 45–50 days | Determinate | — |
Siberian FAQ
What kind of tomato is Siberian?
Siberian is an early determinate tomato of Russian origin, and it lives up to its name by ripening in about 48 days from transplant. The fruits are bright red and reach up to 5 ounces, a useful size for slicing even though the plants stay bushy.
How many days to maturity is Siberian?
Siberian is listed at 48 days. Sowing and planting times are the same as for other tomato varieties, so check them in the tomato growing guide.
How does Siberian compare with other tomato varieties?
Siberian: 48 days, determinate. Similar tomato varieties include Beginner (50–55 days), Fireworks II (50–55 days), Native Sun (50 days). The comparison table on this page lists days to maturity, growth habit and type side by side.
What is Siberian good for?
Siberian is grown for early fresh eating, short-season and northern gardens.
Sowing, care and common problems
Sowing times, care and common problems are the same for every tomato variety, so they are covered once in the growing guide.
- Tomato growing guide
- How to Plant Tomatoes: Choosing Transplants and Planting Depth
- How to Prune Tomatoes: Removing Suckers, Tying In and Topping
- How Often to Water and Feed Tomato Plants
- Tomato Growing Calendar: What to Do Month by Month
- Tomato Problems: Blossom End Rot, Splitting, Blight and Wilt
- When to Pick Tomatoes and How to Store Them
- All 666 tomato varieties
Source
Source: Cornell University (CALS Garden-Based Learning)
The text on this page is our own summary written from the published variety record, not a copy of it.