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"A much more prolific form, Swiss Chard Lucullus produces an abundance of large, tasty leaves and wide, white mid-ribs. Cook the succulent mid-rib like asparagus and serve with melted butter. Easier, and some consider tastier, than spinach. If the plants of Swiss Chard Lucullus are left to flower, the flower stalks can be cooked and eaten like sprouting broccoli.Cropping from mid-summer to late autumn. After a normal winter, it will re-emerge to give an unbelievably early spring crop."Sow seeds in spring for a summer/autumn crop, mid to late summer for an autumn/spring crop. Sow seeds very thinly in ordinary garden soil in drills 3cm (1in) deep in rows 30cm (12in) apart.As the seedlings grow, gradually thin out to 22cm (9in) apart. The thinnings can be trimmed of their roots and cooked.Water freely through the season and harvest by picking a few leaves, snapping them off near the base of the plant, from several plants rather than completely stripping one. -
Traditional favourite. Tomato Ailsa Craig produces medium sized green back fruit of perfect size and shape early in the season with excellent deep colour and noted for its vigour and the exceptional flavour of its fruit. A tomato suitable for indoor or outdoor cultivation.Sow seeds from late winter to early spring. Sow 1.5mm (1/16in) deep. Germination usually takes 6-14 days at 24-27C (75-80F).Transplant the seedlings when large enough to handle into 8cm (3in) pots and plant out into grow bags, pots etc when large enough at 45-6cm (18-24in) apart.Provide adequate support and tie in regularly. Remove all side shoots as they appear and restrict the plant to one main stem. Feed weekly with a high Potash Liquid fertiliser and water only moderately. -
Ideal variety for beginners. Tomato Alicante is a superior variety possessing all the things we look for in a tomato. Tomato Alicante produces a heavy crop of greenback free fruit early in the season and the flavour is excellent."For greenhouse culture sow seeds from late winter to early spring. Sow 1.5mm (1/16in) deep. Germination usually takes 6-14 days at 24-27C (75-80F).To grow outside, sow seed in early spring and grow as described."Transplant the seedlings when large enough to handle into 8cm (3in) pots and plant out into grow bags, pots etc when large enough at 45cm (18in) apart. When approximately 2cm (8in) tall gradually acclimatise them to outdoor conditions and plant out 45cProvide adequate support and tie in regularly. Remove all side shoots as they appear and restrict the plant to one main stem. Outdoor plants remove growing tip in late summer to hasten ripening. -
Heirloom variety, best grown as a cordon outdoors but will be earlier to form ripe fruit in the greenhouse. The large 400 – 500g (14oz – 18oz) flatter than round fruits have a streaky orange/ red skin. The flesh is juicy, thick and meaty of orange/ yellow/ red shades on ripening and few seeds. The flesh is sweet with a slight acid balance.Sow seed on the surface of a free-draining compost and cover with about 6mm (1/4in) of compost or vermiculite. Place in a propagator at 18-21C (65-70F) until after germination which takes 7-10 days.Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle into 7.5cm (3in) pots. Plant outdoors, 45cm (18in) apart once all frost risk has passed, or plant in the greenhouse in individual large pots, or 3 plants per growbag when 20cm (8in) high. Plants require sideshooting and support for best yields. Water and feed plants regularly with a high potash feed one the first truss has set. -
The unusual Artisan Tomato series is a new class of elongated mini-plum tomato. This decorative mix of Artisan Blush Tiger (pink blush on golden skin) and Artisan Pink Tiger (pink and gold stripes) offers superb flavours and are ideal for both greenhouse and outdoor cropping. Tapering, 5-6cm (3in) long fruits each reach 18-20g (0.65-0.70oz) and feature strong cracking tolerance for tip-top tomatoes straight off the vine.Sow on the surface of a damp, free-draining, seed sowing mix and cover with a fine sprinkling of vermiculite. Place seed trays in a propagator at a temperature of around 15-20°C (59-68°F). When seedlings gain two true leaves, transplant into individual 7.5cm (3in) pots of compost and grow on at a minimum temperature of 15°C (59°F).Gradually acclimatise them to outdoor conditions over 7-10 days before planting out from early June when tomato plants are approx. 20cm (8in) tall. Remove side shoots and provide tall support canes. -
Tomato ‘Bite Size’ has a higher sugar to acidity ratio than most other cherry varieties. The small cherry tomatoes, each weighing 8-12g, are borne on long trusses. This vigorous variety will produce up to 6kg of fruit with regular side-shooting, giving you more than enough tasty tomatoes for your family’s salads, snacks and lunch boxes.Sow in a propagator on a windowsill or pots or trays in a greenhouse using a good quality compost. Cover seeds with 6mm (¼in) compost.Transplant seedlings singly into 7.5cm (3in) pots. Grow on, finally planting into large pots, or direct into a greenhouse border; or outdoors 45cm (18in) apart when the risk of frost has passed. Support with cane and remove side shoots regularly. Feed regularly with tomato food. -
Early ripening for a beefsteak with few seeds and lots of tasty flesh which holds its juice well. The flavour is noticeably good for a beefsteak variety. Good resistance to Fusarium and Verticillium Wilt.Sow seeds on the surface of a good, free-draining, damp, seed compost and cover with a sprinkling of compost or vermiculite. Place in a propagator, or seal inside a poythene bag at a temperature of 20-25°C (68-77°F) until after germination which takes 10-14 days. When seedlings gain 2 true leaves, transplant into individual 7.5cm (3in) pots of compost and grow on at a minimum temperature of 15°C (59°F).GROWING ON UNDER GLASS: When growing in a heated greenhouse, Tomato plants may be transplanted at the end of May or earlier if the first flowers are showing. Allow 3 plants per growbag, or one per 25cm (10in) pot, or plant directly into the greenhouse soil. GROWING ON OUTDOORS: When growing tomatoes outdoors, wait until all risk of frost has passed before transplanting. Choose a sheltered position in full sun on fertile, reliably moist, well-drained soil, and transplant at a distance of 60cm (24in) apart. Plants require sideshooting and support. Water and feed regularly with a high potash feed once the first truss has set. -
Beef type tomato, up to 750g in weight. Disease resistant, especially to late blight. Unique yellow with red/orange flame colouration on the outside which results in a nicely marbled interior. Meaty flesh with few seeds.Pot up in reliably moist, well-drained soil, grow tomato plants on in warm frost-free conditions until large enough to plant outdoors.Transplant seedlings singly into 7.5cm (3in) pots. Grow on, finally planting into large pots, or direct into a greenhouse border; or outdoors 45cm (18in) apart when the risk of frost has passed. Support with cane and remove side shoots regularly. Feed regularly with tomato food. -
Large, round, vibrant, pure-red 280–350g fruits entice with heirloom aromatics and tangy tomato sweetness. Ripening from late July, the large fruits are produced in clusters of three to four per truss. ‘Burlesque’ tomatoes are easy to pick and show no cracking.SOWING INSTRUCTIONS: Sow March-April for greenhouse growing (or April for outdoor growing) in a propagator on a windowsill, pots or trays in a greenhouse at 18-21°C (65-70°F) using a good quality compost. Cover seeds with 6mm compost until germination which can take 7-14 days.GROWING INSTRUCTIONS: Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle into 7.5cm (3in) pots. Plant into larger pots, direct into a greenhouse border or outdoors 45cm (18in) apart once the risk of frost has passed.Support with a cane and remove side shoots regularly. Feed regularly with tomato food -
With good resistance to late blight, these vigorous, semi-determinate plants can easily produce over 200 red ‘grape’ tomatoes that boast a BRIX sweetness rating of 9.6 which is unusual for outdoor-grown tomatoes. Plants will need support, a wire cage framework for air movement and to keep fruit off the soil.Sow seed on the surface of a good, free-draining, damp seed compost and cover with a sprinkling of vermiculite or compost. Place in a propagator or seal inside a polythene bag and keep at 20-25?C (68-77?F) until after germination which takes 10-14 days.Transplant when large enough to handle into 7.5cm (3in) pots. Plant outdoors once all risk of frost is passed 1.2m (4ft) apart. Plants have a spreading habit and may require trimming to keep tidy. Water and feed plants regularly with a high potash feed once the first truss has set. -
Cherrola's long trusses often hold up to 20 well-spaced, dark red fruits weighing on average 20g (¾oz)! The cherry-sized fruits have an excellent balance of sweetness and acidity giving them an outstanding flavour. Tomato Cherrola is suitable for growing outside or under glass. Delicious in salads and sandwiches or eaten straight from the garden as a snack! Early ripening and crops heavily throughout the summer.Place seeds on the surface of a free-draining compost and cover with about 6mm (¼in) of compost or vermiculite. Place in a propagator at 18-21C (65-70F) until after germination which takes 7-10 days.Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle into 7.5cm (3in) pots. Plant in the greenhouse in individual large pots, or 3 plants per growbag when 2cm (8in) high. Can be planted outdoors, 45cm (18in) apart once all frost risk has passed.Plants require sideshooting and support for the best yields. Water and feed plants regularly with a high potash feed once the first truss has set. -
Bred with outdoor growing in mind. This early cropping variety begins producing fruit before the worst risk of blight arrives. The small cherry fruits have glossy, red skins and a sweet, juicy flesh with a superb flavour.Sow seeds on the surface of a good, freedraining, damp, seed compost and cover with a fine sprinkling of compost or vermiculite. Place seed trays in a propagator at 15-20?C (59-68?F) until after germination which takes 7-14 days.When seedlings gain 2 true leaves, transplant into individual 7.5cm (3in) pots of compost and grow on at 15°C (59°F). Gradually acclimatise to outdoor conditions over 7 - 10 days before planting out from early June. Transplant at a distance of 60cm (24in) apart in a sheltered full sun position. Use a cane to support the plants as they grow. Water tomato plants frequently and feed regularly once the first truss of fruit has formed.Remove any sideshoots that develop between the main stem and the leaf stems. Once the plant has produced 6 trusses, pinch out the top of the main stem to focus on producing a good high quality crop. -
"Indeterminate habit requires support and sideshooting.Tomato Country Taste produces meaty, delicious fruits, which can easily attain weights over 227g (½lb) if trusses are trimmed (trim to allow 3 or 4 fruits to ripen per truss). Tomato Country Taste is early to set and ripen when grown under glass. Excellent tomato for exhibition and competitions - you could grow a record breaker!"Sow seeds 6mm (¼in) deep in pots or trays of good, free-draining, damp, seed compost and cover with a sprinkling of vermiculite or compost. Place containers in a propagator, or seal in a polythene bag, at a temperature of 18-21C (65-70F) until after germination, which takes 7-10 days.Transplant seedlings, when large enough to handle, into 7.5cm (3in) pots. Plant in the greenhouse in individual large pots, or 3 plants per growbag when 2cm (8in) high. Can be planted outdoors, 45cm (18in) apart once all frost risk has passed.Plants require sideshooting and support for the best yields. Water and feed plants regularly with a high potash feed once the first truss has set. -
This is the first blight resistant beefsteak variety specifically developed for growing outdoors. The glossy, pinky-red fruits are perfect for slicing into burgers, salads and sandwiches for a delicious taste of summer.Sow seeds on the surface of a good, free-draining, damp, seed compost and cover with a fine sprinkling of compost or vermiculite. Place seed trays in a propagator around 15-20?C (59-68?F) until after germination which takes 7-14 days.When seedlings gain 2 true leaves, transplant into individual 7.5cm (3in) pots of compost and grow on at 15°C (59°F). When growing in a greenhouse, transplant at the end of May or when the first flowers develop. Allow 3 plants per growbag, or one per 25cm (10in) pot, or plant directly into the greenhouse soil.When growing outdoors gradually acclimatise to outdoor conditions over 7 - 10 days before planting out from early June when tomato plants are 20cm (8in) tall. Transplant at a distance of 60cm (24in) apart in a sheltered full sun position. Use canes to support the plants as they grow. Water frequently and feed regularly. -
Crimson Crush will provide great yields of exceptionally fine tasting, large, round tomatoes (each weighing up to 200g). Bred for outdoor growing, it’s the tomato that everyone should be planting this year. This is not just a blight resistant tomato it is a blight beating tomato. Never be disappointed with your tomato crop when blight strikes again.Sow Feb-March for greenhouse growing (or April for outdoor growing) in a propagator on a windowsill or pots or trays in a greenhouse at 18-21ºC (64-70?F) using a good quality compost. Cover seeds with 6mm (1/5 in) compost. Germination takes 7-14 days.Transplant seedlings singly into 7.5cm (3in) pots. Grow on, finally planting into large pots, or direct into a greenhouse border; or outdoors 45cm (18in) apart when the risk of frost has passed. Support with a cane and remove side shoots regularly. Feed regularly with tomato food. -
From British breeding comes this high-yielding, container tomato with excellent late blight resistance. Producing up to 4kgs per plant of tasty red fruits of approx. 50g each in weight, the leaves boast a ‘stay green gene’ which keeps plants looking lush and green for longer. Semi determinate outdoor variety in a patio container. Can also be planted outdoors in the garden, no sideshooting required but appreciate cane support when fruiting.Sow seed on the surface of a good, free-draining compost and cover with a sprinkling of vermiculite or compost. Place in a propagator or seal inside a polythene bag and keep at 20-25?C (68-77?F) until after germination which takes 10-14 days.Transplant when large enough to handle into 7.5cm (3in) pots. Plant outdoors once all risk of frost is passed 60cm (24in) apart. Plants do not require sideshooting but will appreciate support especially once fruiting. Water and feed plants regularly with a high potash feed once the first truss has set. -
The true tangy flavour of tomatoes of a century or more ago. If you are of the opinion tomatoes have lost their flavour then Tomato Gardener's Delight is a must for you. It is a greenhouse or outdoor type, packed with bite-size fruit, ideal for salads and sandwiches and full of vitamins. Highly commended RHS trials."For greenhouse culture sow seeds late winter to early spring 1.5mm (1/16in) deep. Germination usually takes 6-14 days at 24-27C (75-80F).To grow outside, sow seeds in early spring and grow as above."Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle into 7.5cm (3in) pots and plant out into growbags, pots etc when large enough at 45cm (18in) apart. When approx. 2cm (8in) tall gradually acclimatise them to outdoor conditions and plant out 45cm (18in) Provide support and tie in regularly. Remove side shoots as they appear and restrict the plant to one main stem. Outdoor plants remove growing tip in late summer to hasten ripening. -
A dark bronze cherry variety producing long uniform trusses of super-sweet fruits (up to 15g each) with just the right balance of acidity. With Tomato Sweet Aperitif in its parentage, you can be assured of the fullest flavours from this vigorous cordon variety. Great for adding colour contrast to summer salads. Performs well outside in full sun, or grow under glass for an earlier start to the season.Sow seeds on the surface of a good, free-draining, damp, seed sowing mix and cover with a fine sprinkling of compost or vermiculite. Place seed trays in a propagator at a constant temperature of around 15-20C (59-68F) until after germination. When seedlings gain two true leaves, transplant into individual 7.5cm (3in) pots of compost and grow on at a minimum temperature of 15C (59F).Gradually acclimatise them to outdoor conditions over 7-10 days before planting out from early June. Grow under glass for best performance. -
Bush (Determinate). The Tumbling Tomato! Ideal for growing in baskets, containers and window boxes. Tomato Gartenperle produces a heavy crop of delicious 'rosy red' cherry sized fruits that will tumble over the sides from early in the season and continue throughout the summer. Gartenperle is easy to grow, naturally trailing, needs no stopping or sideshooting.Sow seeds indoors: January to March. Sow seeds outdoors: March to April, thinly on the surface of a good free draining, damp seed compost. Lightly cover the seeds with vermiculite 6mm (¼ inch) deep. Place in a propagator at 18-20C (64-68F) until germination, usually 7-14 days.Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle into 7.5cm (3 inch) pots. Plant in final situation when 2cm (8 inch) high, 45cm (18 inch) apart. For indoor crops Plant finally into growbags, pots or baskets in the greenhouse. No support or sideshooting required. Harvest July to October. -
Grow under glass for an extra early crop of sweet yellow cherry tomatoes or plant in a sunny spot in the garden for guaranteed outdoor cropping before cold weather sets in. Each fruit weighs up to 20g, offering high sweetness, a juicy texture and balanced flavour – the ideal snacking tomato! Eat straight off the vine, roast in oil and balsamic vinegar, or simply add to salads.Set seed in pre-watered pots or trays of free-draining compost and cover with 5mm (1/5in) compost or vermiculite. Do not water in. Place in a propagator or clear polythene bag at 18-21C (65-70F). Remove lids/bags after germination, which takes 7-10 days.Transplant tray seedlings into 7.5cm (3in) pots once large enough to handle. Grow on indoors until around 20cm (8in) tall and/or all frost risk has passed. Plant outside 45cm (18in) apart, or set 3 plants per grow bag. Support plants with canes and remove side shoots for the best yields. Never allow soils/compost to dry out and feed regularly once the first truss has set. -
A superb, early-ripening beefsteak producing oxheart fruits with a tapering point. Plants are highly productive over a long harvesting period. Fruits are large and fleshy with very few seeds. The juice holds in the flesh making these tomatoes perfect for slicing in sandwiches - no more soggy bread!Sow seeds on the surface of a good, free-draining, damp, seed compost and cover with a sprinkling of compost or vermiculite. Place in a propagator, or seal inside a poythene bag at a temperature of 20-25°C (68-77°F) until after germination which takes 10-14 days. When seedlings gain 2 true leaves, transplant into individual 7.5cm (3in) pots of compost and grow on at a minimum temperature of 15°C (59°F).GROWING ON UNDER GLASS: When growing in a heated greenhouse, tomato plants may be transplanted at the end of May or earlier if the first flowers are showing. Allow 3 plants per growbag, or one per 25cm (10in) pot, or plant directly into the greenhouse soil. GROWING ON OUTDOORS: When growing tomatoes outdoors, wait until all risk of frost has passed before transplanting. Choose a sheltered position in full sun on fertile, reliably moist, well drained soil, and transplant at a distance of 60cm (24in) apart. Plants require sideshooting and support. Water and feed regularly with a high potash feed once the first truss has set. -
Around 150-200 cherry tomatoes on every plant. Expect large, cherry-sized fruit crammed with that delicious flavour. The orange-yellow colour makes them a striking sight on the plant. Packed with a sweet flavour that’ll keep you picking ‘just one more’.SOWING INSTRUCTIONS: Sow March-April for greenhouse growing (or April for outdoor growing) in a propagator on a windowsill, or in pots or trays in a greenhouse at 18-21°C (65-70°F) using a good quality compost. Cover seeds with 6mm compost until germination, which can take 7-14 days.GROWING INSTRUCTIONS: Transplant seedlings individually into 7.5cm (3in) pots. Grow on, finally planting into large pots, direct into a greenhouse border or outdoors 45cm (18in) apart once the risk of frost has passed.Support with a cane and remove side shoots regularly. Feed regularly with tomato food -
An attractive yellow mini plum cherry tomato variety that boasts great quality and flavour. Grow alongside red and orange varieties to produce a coloured tomato crop for summer salads and other dishes.sweettasting, multi-coloured tomato crop for summer salads and other dishes.Set seed in pre-watered pots or trays of free-draining compost and cover with 6mm (1/4in) compost or vermiculite. Do not water in. Place in a propagator or clear polythene bag at 18-21°C (65-70°F). Remove lids/ bags after germination, which takes 7-10 days.Transplant tray seedlings into 7.5cm (3in) pots once large enough to handle. Grow on indoors until around 20cm (8in) tall and/or all frost risk has passed. Plant outside 45cm (18in) apart, or set 3 plants per grow bag. Support plants with canes and remove sideshoots for the best yields. Never allow soils/compost to dry out and feed regularly once the first truss has set. -
An outstanding, cascading, bush variety that has shown exceptional tolerance to the devastating late blight fungus in trials over the past years. Sweet, cherry-sized, round fruits are produced in abundance from baskets or containers on the patio.For greenhouse cultivation: sow from February to March.For outdoor cultivation: sow from March to April.Sow seeds on the surface of a good, free-draining, damp, seed sowing mix and cover with a fine sprinkling of compost or vermiculite. Place seed trays in a propagator at a constant temperature of around 15-20C (59-68F) until after germination, which takes 7-14 days. When seedlings gain 2 true leaves, transplant into individual 7.5cm (3") pots of compost and grow on at a minimum temperature of 15C (59F).
When growing in a heated glasshouse tomato plants may be transplanted at the end of May or when the first flowers are showing, if earlier. Allow 3 plants per growbag, or one per 25cm (10") pot, or plant tomatoes directly into the greenhouse soil.
When growing tomatoes outdoors, wait until all risk of frost has passed before transplanting tomatoes. Gradually acclimatise them to outdoor conditions over 7 - 10 days before planting out from early June when tomato plants are 20cm (8") tall. Choose a sheltered position in full sun on fertile, reliably moist, well drained soil, and transplant at a distance of 60cm (24") apart. Bush tomatoes do not require staking or sideshooting.Water tomato plants frequently, to keep the compost evenly moist. Feed tomatoes regularly with a high potash plant food once the first truss of fruit has formed. Bush tomatoes do not require staking or sideshooting. -
At last, a ‘Roma’ style plum tomato that’s blight resistant and can be grown outside in the UK! Solid, meaty flesh with few seeds and a rich, deep flavour you will love. Early and late blight resistant, so you’re sure to get fruit no matter how wet the summer weather gets!Sow Feb/March for greenhouse growing (or April for outdoor growing) in a propagator on a windowsill or pots or trays in a greenhouse at 18-21ºC (64-70?F) using a good quality compost. Cover seeds with 6mm compost (germination 7-14 days).Transplant seedlings singly into 7.5cm (3in) pots. Grow on, finally planting into large pots, or direct into a greenhouse border; or outdoors 45cm (18in) apart when the risk of frost has passed. Support with cane and remove side shoots regularly. Feed regularly with tomato food. -
‘Oh Happy Day’ is a cross between a very blight-resistant North American variety and a tasty French Marmande type. In T&M trials, ‘Oh Happy Day’ resisted blight infection for three weeks longer than ‘Mountain Magic’! Clusters of 3-7 tomatoes, each weighing approx. 150g have a fabulous balance of sweetness and acidity. Grow as a cordon outdoors and best ‘stopped’ after 5 trusses. Excellent resistance to both early and late blight.Sow seed on the surface of a good, free-draining, damp seed compost and cover with a sprinkling of vermiculite or compost. Place in a propagator or seal inside a polythene bag and keep at 20-25?C (68-77?F) until after germination which takes 10-14 days.Transplant when large enough to handle into 7.5cm (3in) pots. Plant outdoors once all risk of frost is passed 60cm (24in) apart. Plants will require sideshooting and support. Water and feed plants regularly with a high potash feed once the first truss has set. -
Orange Beauty is a beautiful cherry plum tomato with bright orange fruits on long trusses. The tomatoes are sweet and juicy and full of flavour. Ideal for eating directly from the truss or to add a splash of colour in salads. Pop a few in your lunchbox for a sweet and healthy snack!Sow seed on the surface of a good, free-draining compost and cover with about 6mm (¼in) of vermiculite or compost. Place in a propagator or seal inside a polythene bag and maintain at a temperature of 20-25?C (68-77?F) until after germination which takes 10-14 days.Transplant when large enough to handle into 7.5cm (3in)pots. Plant in the greenhouse in individual large pots or 3 plants per grow bag when plants have reached 20cm (8in) high. For optimum results grow in the greenhouse, but can be planted outdoors 45cm (18in) apart once all risk of frost is passed. Plants require sideshooting and support. Water and feed plants regularly with a high potash feed once the first truss has set. -
Superb outdoor cordon variety perfect for growing in British, in different summers. Early to ripen first trusses with an average of 8 round, deep red fruits up to 140g (5oz) each per truss. The firm, well-flavoured fruits resist splitting and are ideal for slicing.Sow seed on the surface of a free-draining compost and cover with about 6mm (1/4in) of compost or vermiculite. Place in a propagator at 18-21C (65-70F) until after germination which takes 7-10 days.Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle into 7.5cm (3in) pots. Plant outdoors, 45cm (18in) apart once all frost risk has passed, or plant in the greenhouse in individual large pots, or 3 plants per growbag when 20cm (8in) high. -
An excellent late blight-resistant cherry tomato, now available for gardeners to grow outdoors in the UK. Dark green leaves remain healthy and blemish free throughout the season. Larger cherry fruits (28g) are produced on high-performing plants which will need sideshooting and support. (Cordon)Sow seed on the surface of a good, free-draining compost and cover with about 6mm (¼in) of vermiculite or compost. Place in a propagator or seal inside a polythene bag and maintain at a temperature of 18-21?C (65-70?F) until after germination which takes 7-10 days.Transplant when large enough to handle into 7.5cm (3in) pots. Plant outdoors once all risk of frost is passed 45cm (18in) apart. Ideally grown outdoors but can be grown in the greenhouse in individual large pots or 3 plants per growbag when plants have reached 20cm (8in) high. Plants require sideshooting and support. Water and feed plants regularly with a high potash feed once the first truss has set. -
Tomato Rapunzel is a new indeterminate variety best grown in the greenhouse. It produces long, cascading trusses, each with up to 40 tasty sweet, bright red cherry tomatoes. The long trusses are impressive when loaded with glossy red fruit.Sow Feb/March for greenhouse growing (or April for outdoor growing) in a propagator on a windowsill or pots or trays in a greenhouse at 18-21ºC (64-70?F) using a good quality compost. Cover seeds with 6mm compost (germination 7-14 days).Transplant seedlings singly into 7.5cm (3in) pots. Grow on, finally planting into large pots, or direct into a greenhouse border; or outdoors 45cm (18in) apart when the risk of frost has passed. Support with a cane and remove side shoots regularly. Feed regularly with tomato food. -
Bush (Determinate). A superb flavoured, outdoor bush tomato which is very early maturing, ripening before the blight has a chance and heavy yielding. The fruit of Tomato Red Alert are smaller than average but have a vastly superior flavour and you can expect weights of 4-5lb (1.8-2.25kg) per bush. Easy to grow with no supporting or side shooting needed, in fact the perfect choice for an outdoor tomato.Sow seeds 1.5mm (1/16in) deep in early spring. Germination usually takes 6-14 days at 24-27C (75-80F).Transplant the seedlings when large enough to handle into 7.5cm (3in) pots, gradually harden off and plant out after all risk of frost has gone 6cm (24in) apart with 75cm (3in) between rows in a warm sheltered sunny spot in moist, fertile well drained Red Alert is a bush variety and should not have its side shoots removed. -
British breeding. Probably the best basket variety ripening up to 2 weeks earlier than well known ‘Tumbler’. One plant in a 30cm (12in) basket will fruit all around the plant, masses of 20g, round, red sweet fruits.SOWING INSTRUCTIONS: Sow seed on the surface of a good free-draining damp seed compost, and cover with a sprinkling of compost or vermiculite. Place in a propagator or seal container inside a polythene bag and keep at 20-25°C (68-77°F) until after germination which usually takes 10-14 days.Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle into 7.5cm (3in) pots and grow on 15°C (59°F), in well lit conditions.FOR HANGING BASKET & PATIO CONTAINERS: Plant one per 30cm (12in) container. Water well and keep in a cool position until well rooted. Gradually acclimatise plants before placing outside after all risk of frost. Feed regularly with tomato feed and keep well watered. No stopping/sideshooting required -
Rosella pushes back the boundary of flavour with both high sweetness and acid levels giving an intense fruity flavour. Compound trusses of long branching racemes, cherry sized, juicy, thin skinned 15g (1/2oz) fruits. Dark flesh as well as dark skinSow seeds 6mm (1/4in) deep in pots or trays of good free-draining, damp, seed compost and cover with a sprinkling of vermiculite or compost. Place containers in a propagator, or seal in a polythen bag at a temperature of 18-21C (65-70F) until after germination, which takes 7-10 days.Transplant seedlings, when large enough to handle, into 7.5cm (3in) pots. Plant in the greenhouse in individual large pots, or 3 plants per grow bag when 20cm (8in) high. Can be planted outdoors, 45cm (18in) apart once all frost risk has passed. Plants require side shooting and support for the best yields. Water and feed plants regularly with a high potash feed once the first truss has set. -
From British breeding comes this wonderfully flavoursome salad tomato. WIth Tomatoes Black Opal and Garnet in its parentage, it boasts the perfect balance of sweetness and acidity. Tidy trusses of 12-14 fruits, each weighing around 40g, are produced on vigorous plants throughout the season.Sow seeds on the surface of a good, free-draining, damp, seed compost and cover with a sprinkling of compost or vermiculite. Place seed trays in a propagator or seal inside a polythene bag at a temperature of 20-25°C (68-77°F) until after germination which takes 10-14 days. When seedlings gain 2 true leaves, transplant into individual 7.5cm (3in) pots of compost and grow on at a minimum temperature of 15°C (59°F).GROWING ON UNDER GLASS: When growing in a heated glasshouse tomato plants may be transplanted at the end of May or when the first flowers are showing, if earlier. Allow 3 plants per growbag, or one per 25cm (10in) pot, or plant directly into the greenhouse soil. GROWING ON OUTDOORS: When growing tomatoes outdoors, wait until all risk of frost has passed before transplanting. Choose a sheltered position in full sun on fertile, reliably moist, well drained soil, and transplant at a distance of 60cm (24in) apart. Drive a (5ft) cane into the soil adjacent to each plant to support them as they grow, and tie each main stem to its support with soft garden twine. Sideshoot regularly. Water and feed regularly with a high potash feed once the first truss has set. -
A super sweet juicy cherry tomato, producing 15g fruits with amazing taste - the very best flavour of all the blight resistant varieties. Heavy cropping plants are smothered in hanging trusses through the season, each producing up to 12 orangey-red fruits per truss. If blight has caused problems with your crops in the past, Rubylicious is the cherry tomato for you.Sow seed on the surface of a free-draining compost and cover with about 6mm (¼in) of compost or vermiculite. Place in a propagator at 18-21°C (65-70°F) until after germination which takes 7-10 days.Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle into 7.5cm (3in) pots. Plant in the greenhouse in individual large pots, or 3 plants per growbag when 20cm (8in) high. Can be planted outdoors, 45cm (18in) apart once all frost risk has passed. Plants require sideshooting and support for the best yields. Water and feed plants regularly with a high potash feed once the first truss has set. -
A popular early maturing, heavy cropping variety for cold or slightly heated greenhouses with excellent quality fruit. Tomato Shirley is recommended for growbag culture with an open growing habit and resistance to TMV, Cladosporium ABC and Fusarium 1 and 2. Exhibitors' favourite.Sow seeds in late winter for heated greenhouse cultivation or early spring for the cold greenhouse. Sow 6mm (¼in) deep in a good compost. Germination usually take 6-14 days at 24C (75F).Transplant the seedlings when large enough to handle into 8cm (3in) pots and grow on in good light and cooler conditions. When 15-23cm (6-9in) tall plant out 45cm (18in) apart in a prepared greenhouse border soil or growbagFeed regularly once the first truss has set.
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