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Siberian Tomato: Days to Maturity, Growth Habit & Growing Tips

Siberian is an early determinate tomato of Russian origin, and it lives up to its name by ripening in about 48 days from transplant.

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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VarietyDays to maturityGrowth habitType
Siberian this page48 daysDeterminate—
Beginner50–55 daysDeterminate—
Fireworks II50–55 daysDeterminate—
Native Sun50 daysDeterminate—
Patio50–70 daysDeterminate—
Prairie Fire50–55 daysDeterminate—
Forest Fire45–50 daysDeterminate—

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.

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.

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