Solanum lycopersicum 'Gardener's delight'

Gardener's delight are a cordon (indeterminate) variety of tomato. They are a popular variety producing a large number of cherry sized red tomatoes on long trusses.

Sowing
Sow indoors from January to March for greenhouse crops, March to April for outdoor crops. Sow thinly in pots or trays of seed compost, cover with a fine layer of compost. Firm gently and keep moist. Keep at approximately 15-20°C (60-68°F). Seedlings usually appear in 7-14 days.

Transplanting
When plants reach a height of 15cm (6in) transplant to individual pots and keep at approximately 15°C (60°F).

Greenhouse
Transplant to growing positions April-May.

Outdoor
Stand outside for a few days in late May (avoid frosts). Transplant to a sunny spot outside.

Aftercare
Pinch out side shoots regularly and growing tips once 5-6 trusses have set. Apply a liquid feed every 2-3 weeks when first trusses have set.

Harvest
Once fruit is fully ripened.