This is how breeding works in the bucket

So the relationship between tomato variety and pot size is right

For cultivation in the bucket, the Variety of tomato be chosen wisely. Central criteria play a role, such as the height or the size of the fruit. A balanced ratio of pot size to the expected final size of a plant is ideal. The cumulative weight from the bucket, Substrate, Plant and fruit is also relevant. The following list represents popular Bucket Tomatoes and recommended pot sizes next to each other.

• Minibel, limited height, fruits 10 to 20 grams: 2-3 liter pot volume (17-19 cm)
• Tiny Tim, height 30 cm, small fruits: 3-5 liter pot size (19-23 cm)
• Balcony star, popular small variety, fruits up to 50 grams: 5-7 liters pot volume (23-25 ​​cm)
• Fuzzy Wuzzy, height 50 cm, red-yellow striped fruits, approx. 40 grams heavy: 7-9 liter pot size (25-27 cm)

In particular, they are Cocktail tomatoes

who choose the breeding Offer in the bucket. Above all the varieties 'Sweet Million', 'Piccolino' or 'Gold Nugget', which, with a height of 100-150 centimeters, require a bucket volume of at least 40 liters.

The pot size is not the only decisive factor

There is no doubt that the expansive root ball of a tomato plant should find enough space in the tub. In addition, knowledgeable hobby gardeners make sure that there is at least one opening in the bottom of the pot. Excess Irrigation water should be able to drain so that no waterlogging forms.

The color is another important attribute. So warmth-loving Tomatoes are too; In the black bucket, the substrate heats up significantly too much under the sun. Light colors that also create a cheerful ambience are ideal balcony and terrace.

Plant tomatoes correctly in the pot

Once the decisions have been made with regard to the variety, pot size, color and location, planting is on the agenda. Commercially available substrates are suitable as a substrate Vegetable soilthat is enriched with compost and humus garden soil. From mid-May, the young tomatoes that have been grown or bought ready-made are allowed outside. Put the tomatoes right too plants, is not difficult:

• cover the drain with a drainage made of potsherds, gravel, Perlite(€ 39.50 at Amazon *) or grit
• Spread a water and air permeable fleece over it
• half fill the bucket with substrate
• in the middle the tomato plant and a support rod set
• Pour in the rest of the potting soil and press down repeatedly with your fist so that no air holes form
• A pouring edge of 2-3 centimeters makes sense

Last but not least, water the tomato plant generously. Ideally, you should use slightly tempered rainwater or stale tap water for this.

Tips & Tricks

Even with short stature Varieties of tomatoes in the pot comes in the course of season put together considerable weight, especially after pouring. It is therefore advisable to always place the bucket on a Plant roller to place. If necessary, the tomato plant is always mobile when a change of location is desired.