Brandywine Yellow Tomato – MIg
د.إ25.00
| Weight | 0.03 kg |
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5 in stock
Description
Brandywine Yellow is a classic heirloom beefsteak tomato famed for its luscious golden-yellow flesh and rich, balanced flavor. It bears large, potato-leaf fruits typically ranging from 500–900 grams (~1–2 lbs), grown on indeterminate (vining) plants known for extended harvests. This variety is a favorite for slicing, salads, and gourmet presentations.
Start Indoors: Sow seeds early to mid-August, providing soil warmth of at least 24 °C for dependable germination.
Outdoors (Transplant): Move seedlings outdoors in early October, once nighttime temperatures stay above 15 °C.
Outdoors (Direct Sowing): You may also sow seeds directly outdoors in early October if soil conditions are warm and well-prepared.
Ideal for UAE’s fall-winter growing window, this timing supports healthy establishment and prolonged harvesting.
Growing Timeline
Harvest Time: Typically matures in 75–85 days after planting.
Tips for Planting & Care
Sun & Soil: Choose a sunny spot (6–8 hours daily) with loose, fertile, well-draining soil—richly amended with compost for best growth.
Planting Depth & Support: Plant seedlings deeper—up to their first true leaves—to encourage robust root systems. Provide strong caging or staking to support tall, heavy vines. Spacing: Leave 45–60 cm between plants and 90 cm between rows to ensure airflow and minimize disease risks.
Watering: Maintain even soil moisture, avoiding waterlogging. Mulching helps retain moisture, reduce weeds, and prevent fruit cracking.
Fertilization: Start with a balanced fertilizer at planting. As flowering begins, switch to a formula higher in phosphorus and potassium, reducing nitrogen to favor fruit development.
Harvesting: Harvest tomatoes when they are fully yellow, slightly soft to gently squeeze, and well-colored (not pale). Pick regularly to encourage continued fruiting.
