Solanum lycopersicum 'Sweet million'
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Scientific Classification | ||||
Species: | Solanum lycopersicum | |||
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Mature height: | 1.2-1.8m (4-6ft) |
Mature spread: | 30-38cm (12-15in) |
Fruit shape: | Cherry |
Fruit colour: | Red |
Leaf type: | Regular |
Disease resistances: | Fusarium wilt |
References: | [1] |
Sweet million F1 is an indeterminate (cordon) variety of tomato. Sweet million trusses can hold as many as 100 sweet, cherry-sized fruits. They are resistant to splitting and disease.
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Growing[edit | edit source]
- Main article: Tomato - Growing
Sowing[edit | edit source]
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.[2]
Transplanting[edit | edit source]
When plants reach a height of 10cm (4in) transplant to individual pots and keep at approximately 15°C (60°F).
- Greenhouse
Transplant to growing positions April-May.[2]
- Outdoor
Stand outside for a few days in late May (avoid frosts). Transplant to a sunny spot outside.[2]
Aftercare[edit | edit source]
Pinch out side shoots regularly and growing tips once 5-6 trusses have set.[2]
Harvest[edit | edit source]
- Greenhouse
June to October.
- Outdoors
August to October.