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TOMATO Grosse Lisse - Lycopersicon esculentum
Heirloom
Indeterminant - Climbing variety
Family: Solanaceae
Sub-family: Solanoideae
Characteristics: Climbing variety
Seed per packet: Approx. 25
Seed per gram: Approx. 350
A real old-fashioned favourite heirloom from the USA bred in 1860's that has become one of the most popular staking varieties grown today. Produces medium to large globe-shaped fruits.
A very reliable and versatile variety with good yields of meaty sweet tomatoes.
Use on salads, sliced in sandwiches or sauces. can be used whole or diced for canning.
Grow notes:
Adaptable to most soils but produces the best fruit in deep free-draining soil with consistent moisture in a sunny position. Protect from strong winds, and 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