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Kings - Tomato Shirley F1 Seeds

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Kings - Tomato Shirley F1 Seeds

Description

One of the most popular hybrid varieties, early into production with large trusses of medium size fruits on strong plants.

Seed Count: 15

WHEN TO SOW

January to March

WHERE TO SOW

Space the seeds 1.5cm (3/4″) apart in trays or two to a cell in modules under glass at

20-21°C. Cover lightly with compost, and cover with glass to retain humidity.

WHAT TO DO NEXT

Remove glass as soon as seedlings appear. Prick off seedlings, as soon as the leaves have formed, into 9cm (3″) pots. Thin module seedlings to one per cell. Harden off plants for outdoor planting. When first truss of flowers appears, transplant to growing site. Stake for support, removing side shoots as they appear. Feed with a good tomato fertilizers when trusses appear.

MATURITY

June to September

HANDY TIP

To obtain a good fruit set, occasionally tap the support stake and spray in the evening with a fine water mist.

NUTRITIONAL VALUE

High in antioxidants like beta-carotene and vitamin C