Tomato Heirloom Mix (Lycopersicon esculentum) combines three traditional heirloom tomato varieties: Black Krim, Mortgage Lifter and Oxheart. Heirloom tomato varieties have remained unchanged for many years and offer a diverse range of flavours. These tomatoes are suitable for salads, snacks or garnishes and are ideal for growing in vegetable gardens or large pots.
Tomato Heirloom Mix Growing Information
- Planting position: Full sun
- Height: Approximately 150–200cm
- Plant spacing: 45cm apart
- Planting season: Spring to summer
- Harvest: Approximately 8–12 weeks
- Watering: Water regularly
- Fertilising: Fertilise regularly for best results
- Tolerance: Frost-sensitive
Planting & Growing Tips
Cultivate well-drained soil before planting. Add a stake at planting to support the plants as they grow. Harvest fruit regularly to encourage further cropping.
Companion Planting
Tomato Heirloom Mix can be planted with basil, beans, carrots, chives, lettuce and parsley.
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