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TOMATO Cherokee Purple - Lycopersicon esculentum 10g
Heirloom
Indeterminant - Climbing variety
Family: Solanaceae
Sub-family: Solanoideae
Characteristics: Climbing variety
Seed per packet: Approx. 25
Seed per gram: Approx. 380
This heirloom tomato cultivated by the Native American Cherokee tribe is a very productive variety producing heavy yields of dusky rose to purple coloured tomatoes 340-450 gram (12oz.-1 lb.) in weight
A very popular market variety because of its rich, complex and sweet flavours. One of the best tasting heirloom tomatoes.
Grow notes:
Adaptable to most soils but produces the best fruit in a deep free-draining soil with consistent moisture in a sunny position. Protect from strong winds, support with stakes when required.
Tropical: All Year Round
Temperate: Late Winter to Early Summer.
Cool climate: Spring
Sow: 6mm deep
For best results grow in seed raising trays of a quality seed raising mix. Keep warm and moist. Transplant when 5-7cm high.
Plant space: 75-100cm
Row Space: 50-60cm
Germination: 10-14 days
Maturity: 10-12 weeks
Importing to Tasmania Prohibited