Tomato 'Philamina'
'Philamina' is a sturdy tomato with attractive, small, firm and well-coloured fruits. The plants begin cropping early and continue for a long period. The fruits are very resistant to splitting and are very tasty. This variety can be grown outdoors in Ireland in sheltered sites in warmer summers. Each packet contains approximately 25 organic seeds. More details below.
Organic 'Philamina' Tomato Seed
Growing schedule: Sow seeds inside in mid Feb to early April using a propagator, heating mat or lidded seed tray on a sunny windowsill. Plant under cover or in a sheltered spot in late April or May.
Sowing depth: 3-6mm
Germination: Tomato seeds germinate best at a temperature of 20-24°C. A heated propagator is the ideal place to start off tomatoes early in the year.
Planting distance: 40 - 60cm between plants and 75cm between rows
Growing conditions: Tomatoes need full sun and rich, moist, well-draining soil.
Ongoing care:
- ‘Philamina’ tomatoes grow tall and need to be supported with either canes or string.
- Pick off side-shoots as they emerge and remove any yellowing branches below the lowest truss of fruits.
- Once the first fruit has set, feed plants every week or two with a liquid feed high in potassium such as Vinasse Tomato and Plant Food.
Number of seeds: Each packet contains approximately 25 seeds
| SKU | XBVTM24 |
|---|---|
| Life Cycle | Annual |