Tomato - Marmande
Solanum lycopersicum
About
Classic French beefsteak variety with mildly ribbed fruit. Marmande is a fantastic variety producing fruits between 60g and 120g on semi-determinate vines which need support and pinching out. The fruits are very tasty raw or grilled on the barbecue.
Sowing calendar
- Sow indoors: February, March, April
- Sow outdoors: May
- Harvest: July, August, September, October
Botany
| Latin name | Solanum lycopersicum |
|---|---|
| Family | Solanaceae |
| Genus | Solanum |
| Cold tolerance | moderate |
| Heat preference | high |
| Sunlight | full sun |
| Watering | moderate |
| Max altitude | 1100 |
| Spacing | 50-80 cm between plants |
| Soil type | Rich, well-drained, pH 6.0-6.8 |
| Days to maturity | 60-85 days after transplanting |
Producer
Vital Seeds
Organic and biodynamic open-pollinated seeds, Devon UK
Country: UK
Website: https://vitalseeds.co.uk
