Exclusive to Suttons, this blight resistant beefsteak tomato is sweeter than other beefsteak varieties. In fact, it tastes more like a cherry tomato.
This tomato variety has been bred for growing outside and is able to stand up to periods of wet weather. Expect an abundance of stunning large, crimson fruit. Harvest July-October. Height 150-200cm (59-79″); spread 40-50cm (16-20″).
Growing Information
Sow March/April for greenhouse growing (or April for outdoor growing) in a propagator on a windowsill or pots or trays in a greenhouse at 18-21C using a good quality compost. Cover seeds with 6mm compost (Germination 7-14 days). Transplant seedlings singly into 7.5cm pots. Grow on, finally planting into large pots, or direct into a greenhouse border; or outdoors 45cm apart when the risk of frost has passed. Support with a cane and remove side shoots regularly. Feed regularly with tomato food.
Sowing Information
Sow March/April for greenhouse growing (or April for outdoor growing) in a propagator on a windowsill or pots or trays in a greenhouse at 18-21°C (64-70°F) using a good quality compost. Cover seeds with 6mm (1?4″) compost. Germination 7-14 days. Transplant seedlings singly into 7.5cm (3″) pots. Grow on, finally planting into large pots, or direct into a greenhouse border; or outdoors 45cm (18″) apart when the risk of frost has passed.
Support with a cane and remove side shoots regularly. Feed regularly with tomato food.
