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- Bush tomatoes do not die out - the exception to the rule
- Bushy growth welcome
- Support Upright Bush Tomatoes
- Tips & Tricks
Bush tomatoes do not die out - the exception to the rule
Their highly branched, stocky growth, bush tomatoes a special position within the tomato varieties. As a consequence, the usual outburst is superfluous - even counterproductive. In contrast, other nursing aspects are moving into focus. Here are the details.
Bushy growth welcome
The vast majority of tomato plants only produce a rich crop when grown to one to two shoots. For this purpose, all unwanted side shoots are broken out regularly. This central care measure is called outlawing. Bush tomatoes, on the other hand, thrive in a luxuriantly branched and shrubby manner. Of these varieties, the hobby gardener hopes many small Naschtomaten, whose number would be considerably reduced by Ausizen.
Bush tomatoes are therefore the ideal candidates to be planted in the bucket on the balcony, on the terrace or the window sill. Some specimens develop an overhanging habit, making them thrive even in hanging baskets.
Support Upright Bush Tomatoes
As limited-grown tomato varieties, bush tomatoes rarely exceed the 100-centimeter mark. However, this fact does not rule out that wind and weather can cause damage to the plants. Even tightly erect varieties will therefore receive support at the latest when the fruits could pull them to the ground. These trellises are recommended for bush tomatoes:
In order to securely bind the shoots of bush tomatoes to the supports, the specialist trade offers suitable plant binders and clips. Environmentally aware tomato gardeners choose the innovative organic paper cord or organic clips made of potato starch and lactic acid with rounded edges. The environmentally friendly material is tear-resistant, stable and completely compostable.
Tips & Tricks
Hanging bush tomatoes are the ultimate snack for the balcony and the terrace. Plant the tomatoes in a modern hanging basket, a trendy grid basket idea. Here, the tendrils find a lot more space to decoratively decorate and invite you to a fruity snack in between.