Orange Accordion Tomato – BC
AED 35.00
| Weight | 0.03 kg |
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7 in stock
Description
Orange Accordion Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) is a striking heirloom tomato known for its large, deeply ribbed fruits and vibrant orange color. Its unusual accordion-like shape gives the tomatoes a distinctive appearance, while the meaty flesh offers a sweet, rich and fruity flavor.
The fruits are large and heavily pleated, with beautiful orange skin and dense, meaty flesh. They are excellent for slicing, salads, sandwiches and fresh dishes, while their unusual shape makes them a standout variety for home gardens.
The plants are indeterminate and productive, continuing to grow and produce fruit over an extended season. Strong staking or trellising is recommended to support the vigorous vines and large fruits.
When to Plant in the UAE
- Start seeds indoors: August
- Transplant outdoors: October
Planting & Care Tips
- Sow seeds approximately 0.5 cm deep in a quality seed-starting mix.
- Keep the growing medium evenly moist during germination.
- Germination generally takes around 7–14 days under suitable conditions.
- Transplant healthy seedlings outdoors in October.
- Space plants approximately 60–75 cm apart.
- Provide a strong stake, cage or trellis to support the vigorous plants and heavy fruit.
- Grow in fertile, well-drained soil enriched with mature compost.
- Provide 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
- Water consistently at the base of the plant.
- Feed regularly with a balanced tomato or vegetable fertilizer.
- Prune selectively to improve airflow and manage vigorous growth.
- Harvest when the fruits develop a rich orange color and begin to soften slightly.
