Tomato Corazon F1 Seeds 6 Seeds Tomato Corazon F1 Seeds 6 Seeds

A new hybrid of a traditional oxheart (cuor di bue) type. The healthy plants produce big, ribbed, meaty fruits of excellent flavour. Shows good resistance to Verticillium Wilt. Suitable for greenhouse or outdoors. GREENHOUSE CULTURE: To grow in heated greenhouses sow January onwards, in a temperature of 16-18°C (60-65°F). Transplant into small pots. Plant out in large pots, growing bags, or into a soil border at 45cm (18") spacing. Pinch out side shoots regularly and when in flower tap or shake plants daily to aid setting. For growing in unheated greenhouses, sow in warmth, from March onwards. Plant late April-early May. Harvest mid August-mid October. OUTDOOR CULTURE: Sow in trays or pots indoors March-April and harden off the plants before planting 45cm (18") apart in early June. Choose a warm, sheltered position. Harvest mid August-mid October. Standard varieties: Support with stakes or canes. Pinch out the main growth when four good trusses have set. Bush varieties: These cease growing when 30-38cm (12-15") high. Dot not remove side shoots. Support is not essential, but short stakes will help control the plants and keep fruit clean. HEALTH BENEFITS: Packed with antioxidants including vitamin A & C and lycopene. High in vitamin C they stimulate the body's immune system. COOKING HINTS: Try slow roasting for 1½-2 hours in olive oil with sea salt and black pepper. Scrumptious!

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