Northern baby tomato 10 PCS fresh seeds, Solanum lycopersicum

🌱 Solanum lycopersicum — Northern Baby Tomato

Our Solanum lycopersicum seeds produce Northern Baby Tomato, a high-yielding variety of tomatoes bred specifically for regions with a moderate and cool climate. This variety is ideal for open ground and film greenhouses.

🌿 Botanical Description

Northern Baby Tomato plants have a determinant growth habit, reaching a height of 40-55 cm. The leaves are small, and the inflorescences are simple. The bushes are spreading, and the fruit maturation period is 80-95 days. The variety is ultra-ripe, with fruit maturation occurring very abundantly. In the first decade of fruiting, up to 40% of tomatoes turn red.

🌾 Growing & Agrotechnics

• Sow seeds 1-2 cm deep in well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0 and 6.8. Provide a temperature of 20-25°C (68-77°F) for germination.
• Germination time is 7-14 days. Transplant seedlings 20-25 cm apart when they have 2-3 sets of leaves.
• Water regularly, providing about 1 inch of water per week. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month.
• USDA Hardiness Zone: 4-9. Frost tolerance: moderate.

🗺️ Natural Growing Areas

Northern Baby Tomato is native to South America. It thrives in temperate climates with moderate temperatures and well-draining soil. Typical habitats include open ground and film greenhouses.

✨ Interesting Facts

Northern Baby Tomato has been used in traditional medicine for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. The variety is resistant to late blight, vertex, and root rot, making it a popular choice for gardeners. The fruits are round, with a smooth skin, and weigh up to 100 g. The average weight is within 45-65 g. Yield: up to one kilogram of crop is harvested from one bush, and from a square meter of the area of beds up to 3 kg.

🌸 Harvesting

The crop is harvested at the end of July. The fruits are ready to eat when they are bright red and have a sweet aroma.

🍃 Storage

Store the harvested fruits in a cool, dry place to prolong their shelf life.