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Grow the World’s Favourite Tomatoes
Grow the World’s Favourite Tomatoes
What is a British garden or greenhouse without a few tomato plants? Whilst the bulk of my greenhouse is reserved for chilli plants, a few tomatoes picked fresh from the plant are always very welcome.
When there are so many hundreds of tomato plants to choose from it’s quite hard to know where to start so I’ve selected the very best varieties for four collections in terms of sweetness, crop size, reliability for outdoor growth and one for some old favourites that are ever popular.
All plug plants are early start to help you expand the cropping season so why not join me on this year’s horticultural adventure? You can also find out more about tomato varieties in my blogs.
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Totem Tomato: Compact plants, heavy trusses, reliable outdoors. £3.75
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Tutti Frutti Tomato: Sweet, juicy cherries with yields all summer. £3.75
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Roma Tomato: Firm, meaty fruits ideal for sauces and slow cooking. £3.75
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Ruby Falls Tomato: Cascading trusses bred for outdoors. £3.75
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Tremolo Tomato: Long trusses of balanced cherry tomatoes. £3.75
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Sun Chocolate Tomato: Rich flavour with dark skins & real depth. £3.75
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Old Favourites Tomatoes: Classics that still deliver, year after year.
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Outdoor Tomatoes: Built for British summers, whatever the weather.
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Artisan Pink Tiger Tomato: Stripes with real savoury depth. £3.75
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Bumblebee Tomato: Sweet stripes with golden character. £3.75
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Cherry Falls Tomato: Cascading sweetness for outdoors. £3.75
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Gardener’s Delight Tomato: The benchmark cherry tomato. £3.75
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Indigo Pear Drop Tomato: Dark shoulders, rich sweetness. £3.75
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Indigo Rose Tomato: Colour worth waiting for, slowly. £3.75
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Limoncello Tomato: Bright, clean flavour with citrus lift. £3.75
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Red Alert Tomato: Early, outdoor and impressively reliable. £3.75
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Sakura Tomato: Sweetness done properly, season-long. £3.75
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San Marzano Tomato: The classic sauce tomato, full stop. £3.75
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Shimmer Tomato: Depth of flavour with a shine. £3.75
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Suncherry Tomato: Juicy sweetness in serious volume. £3.75
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Sungold Tomato: The gold standard for sweet cherries. £3.75
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Super Marmande Tomato: Proper beefsteak flavour, old-school. £3.75
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Sweet Million Tomato: Trusses that just keep coming. £3.75
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Tigerella Tomato: Sharp, striped and reliably lively. £3.75
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TomatoBerry Tomato: Early sweetness with super yields. £3.75
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Tumbling Tom Tomatoes (red or Yellow): Generous sweetness. £3.75
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Sturdy Stem: The stem is responsible for supporting the plant and for transporting nutrients and water throughout the plant. A sturdy stem indicates that the plant is healthy and will be able to support itself as it grows. A weak or spindly stem might indicate that the plant has not received enough light or nutrients, or that it has been grown in poor conditions.
Green Foliage: The foliage of the plant is where photosynthesis occurs, allowing the plant to produce all the energy for growth. Green, healthy foliage is an important characteristic of a good plant plug, as it indicates that the plant is actively photosynthesising. Look for foliage that is bright and dark green and lush, with no signs of wilting or discolouration.
No Signs of Disease or Pests: When selecting a plug, carefully inspect it for any signs of disease or pests. Look for discoloured or distorted foliage, spots or lesions on the leaves, or any visible pests such as aphids or mites. If you notice any signs of disease or pests, isolate it from other plants and consider destroying it.
Healthy Roots: The root system of a plant is a crucial component, as it provides water, nutrients, and anchorage in the soil. A well-developed root system with evenly distributed roots shows that the plant has been properly cared for and is primed for growth. Healthy roots should be white or light-coloured, firm as well as being free from any signs of rot, damage, or disease.
Adequate Moisture: The plug should be moist and not waterlogged, as excessive moisture can lead to root rot and other problems such as nutrient uptake. Gently squeeze the soil to determine its moisture level. If the soil feels too dry, it may indicate that the plant has not been properly watered, while soil that is too wet may indicate overwatering or poor drainage.
Proper Size: A plug that is too small may not have developed a strong enough root system to support the plant as it grows, while a plug that is too large may lead to problems such as root circling or lack of sufficient nutrients. Choose one that is appropriately sized for the variety and the growing conditions.