TOMATO ‘Napoli Paste’ Seeds
Botanical Name: Solanum lycopersicum
- A popular heirloom variety celebrated for its rich, tangy flavor and dense, meaty texture.
- Produces bright red, oblong fruits ideal for making sauces, pastes, and soups.
- High in vitamins A and C, as well as lycopene, promoting good health and nutrition.
- Determinant growth habit ensures a concentrated harvest, perfect for preserving and canning.
- Thrives in garden beds, raised beds, or large containers with adequate sun exposure.
- Reliable and productive, suitable for both beginner and experienced gardeners.
- Excellent for use in Italian-style recipes and other culinary dishes requiring rich tomato flavor.
Plant Details:
- Plant Type: Annual vegetable, determinate bush reaching up to 1 – 1.5 m with support
Sowing Information:
- Sow When:
- Temperate: August – November
- Subtropical: August – January
- Tropical: All year round
- Cool: September – November
- Arid: August – November
- Germination: 7 – 14 days
- Germination Temperature: 20-30 °C
- Depth: 1 cm deep
- Position: Full sun
- Sow Where: Direct into garden beds or seed trays for transplanting
- Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil with a pH of 6 – 7; enrich with compost or organic matter
- Spacing: 50 – 60 cm between plants
Details:
- Water regularly, keeping soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
- Mulch around plants to retain moisture, regulate temperature, and reduce weed growth.
- Provide light support or cages to keep plants upright and maximize airflow.
Harvest:
70 – 85 days after sowing
