Tomato 'Mortgage Lifter' Heirloom
A classic hearty slicing tomato with rich, sweet pink-tinged fruit that can weigh up to 1.5kg.
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A dependably crisp, crunchy salad favourite. The long stringless, bright green stalks add depth and flavour to soups and sauces, and are delicious shaved raw into salads, or as crudités with dips. For a tasty side dish, braise it with stock and a little wine.
Features
- Crisp & stringless
- Vibrant colour
- Continual harvest
Product details
How
Raise in trays of Yates Black Magic Seed Raising Mix or sow direct into shallow rows. Keep moist and transplant after 8-10 weeks.
Care
Select a Sunny position with well drained organically-rich soil. Add Yates Thrive Natural Blood & Bone and Yates Thrive Natural Yates Thrive Natural Garden Lime before planting. Water regularly and apply Yates Thrive Vegie & Herb Liquid Plant Food for quick growth. Protect from snails and slugs.
Hint
Pick outer stems with a sideways pull, leaving young leaves to continue growing. Companion plant with Beans, leeks, tomatoes and peas.
Storage
Store in a cool dry place away from direct Sunlight. Keep out of reach of children and pets.
| Plant space |
30-40cm |
| Sow depth |
6mm |
| Plant height |
30cm |
| Germination |
14-21 days |
| Germination (days) |
16 days |
| Row space |
30-40cm |
| Maturity |
12-15 weeks |
| Maturity (days) |
98 days |
| Botanical name |
Apium graveolens |
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