Large Red Cherry Tomato – MIg

Description

Large Red Cherry Tomato is a classic heirloom variety prized for its abundant clusters of bright red, cherry-sized fruits and exceptionally sweet, juicy flavor. The round fruits typically measure 3–4 cm in diameter and are perfect for fresh salads, snacking, pasta dishes, roasting, and garnishes. This vigorous, high-yielding indeterminate variety produces continuously throughout the season and performs exceptionally well during the UAE’s cooler growing months.

When to Plant in the UAE

• Indoors: Start seeds indoors in August.
• Outdoors: Transplant seedlings in early October, when temperatures begin to cool.

Planting & Care Tips

• Light & Soil: Plant in full sun in fertile, well-draining soil enriched with compost.
• Depth & Germination: Sow seeds 0.5 cm deep. Germination typically occurs within 5–10 days in warm soil.
• Spacing: Space plants 60–75 cm apart, with 90–120 cm between rows.
• Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during flowering and fruit development, while avoiding waterlogged conditions.
• Feeding: Apply compost before planting and feed with a balanced tomato fertilizer every 2–3 weeks. Increase potassium during flowering and fruiting to encourage abundant fruit production.
• Harvest: Fruits are ready to harvest approximately 65–75 days after transplanting, when they are fully red, firm, and glossy.
• Harvesting Tips: Harvest fruit clusters regularly using clean pruners or by gently twisting individual fruits from the vine. Provide sturdy stakes or cages to support the vigorous indeterminate plants.