Tomato 'Tommy Toe' Heirloom
An old favourite, with a reputation for delightful tasting tomatoes. It sets a heavy crop of glossy bright red, apricot-sized fruit.
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Large, richly-coloured fruit with smooth, glossy skin. A vigorous, high yielding variety. Also called Aubergine, this fruit can be used across a wide range of culinary styles.
Features
- Thrives in hot weather
- Great when baked
- Rich in vitamin C
Product details
How
Sow direct in warm conditions or raise in trays of Yates Black Magic Seed Raising Mix. Firm down and keep moist. Transplant when 6-8cm high.
Care
Choose a well drained Sunny position. Prepare soil by adding Yates Thrive Natural Blood & Bone. When first flowers appear begin applying Yates Thrive Flower & Fruit Soluble Plant Food regularly. Water regularly and mulch well to maintain good soil moisture. Protect from snails and slugs with Yates Blitzem.
Hint
Great companion plant for beans, marjoram, marigolds and thyme. For best fruit quality, harvest when skin is smooth and shiny. Leave 2cm of stem to improve storage.
Storage
Store in a cool dry place away from direct Sunlight. Keep out of reach of children and pets.
| Plant space |
60-75cm |
| Sow depth |
6mm |
| Germination |
10-14 days |
| Germination (days) |
12 days |
| Row space |
60-75cm |
| Maturity |
14-16 weeks |
| Maturity (days) |
105 days |
| Botanical name |
Solanum melongena |
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