Mr Fothergills Tomato Principe Borghese Mr Fothergills Tomato Principe Borghese

Mr Fothergills Tomato Principe Borghese.Tomato Principe Borghese is a classic Italian 'sun-dried 'variety.Small egg shaped fruits that grow in bunches ideal for drying. Determinate (bushy habit) best outdoors.Excellent source of vitamin C and antioxidants.S: From March (O) H: From AugustTo Sow & Grow:Sow indoors a warm kitchen windowsill is all you need for starting these seeds. Sow 0.5cm (1/4 inch) deep thinly in a pot of compost.Water the Tomato Principe Borgheses wells and place in a warm position. A temperature of 15-20 c (60-68 F) is ideal. Keep moist.The Tomato Principe Borghese seedling usually appear in 7-14 days. Transplant to individual pots when 10-15 cm (4-6 inches) tall. Grow on in cooler but not cold conditions.Gradually accustom plants to outside conditions (avoid frosts) before planting out 60cm (2 inches) apart when frosts are over. Do not pinch out side shoots.Support is only necessary if trusses become too heavy. Water & feed regularly.Mr F's tips: Harvest whole plants and hang to dry in a light sunny airy position until the tomatoes are pliable but 'leathery' to touch. They can also be air dried in an oven. Also excellent eaten fresh.Seed for 75 plants

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