by Amazon Baby Plum Tomatoes, 320g

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Look for brightly-colored fruits that are not so firm they’re hard, but not so soft they’re mushy. In terms of size, most ripe plum tomatoes are 2-3 inches long, although some specialty varieties vary widely.

Being a cordon variety Katiebellwill need support as it grows. String can be used, tied firmly to a strong support wire above and tied loosely around the base of the plant. The plants are then twisted round the string as they grow. The direction of twisting doesn’t matter, but be consistent; otherwise you will untwist the ones you did earlier! Canes can be used, but be careful that heavily loaded plants may slide down unless tied securely. At the same time make sure you don’t strangle the plant stems. Delving deep into specific fields of study within horticulture, Mary Jane has an extensive knowledge base on sustainable gardening practices (including permaculture), soil science, and selecting cultivars well-suited to home gardeners. Her passion isn't just limited to plants; she's a staunch advocate for holistic, eco-friendly gardening techniques that benefit both flora and fauna. The five tomato types are based primarily upon the size and shape of the tomato, as well as its culinary uses. Plum tomatoes tend to be oval in shape and are longer from stem to tip than they are wide. Some plum tomato varieties are more pear-shaped while others are cyclindrical. Italian plum tomatoes are also known as paste tomatoes, pear tomatoes, or pomodoro perini. They can also be referred to as Italian cooking tomatoes. Plum tomatoes vs. Roma Tomatoes

The Roma Tomato is a specific variety of plum tomato. This variety was developed by the USDA in the 1950s. Roma tomatoes are grown from Roma VF tomato seeds. Roma plants are determinate (bush tomatoes) and generally easy to grow.

The worst pest for many will be White Fly. Try to avoid it by making sure there is none in the greenhouse in the first place. Many sprays are sold but the pest is not easy to control. SB Plant Invigorator is one of the best and tends to reduce White Fly and aphids, whilst at the same time giving a light feed of nitrogen.

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Greenhouse grown plants can be planted April onwards. Plants for outside should be hardened off, before planting out. Plant under cloches in early May, otherwise leave till June and plant out then. Again this will all depend on weather and risk of frost! There is no definitive answer to this question as it depends on the individual’s daily calorie intake and goals. However, on average, one tomato is equivalent to approximately one-third of a cup, or approximately one-fifth of a person’s daily recommended fruit and vegetable intake. Tomato nomenclature can be confusing at times. In addition to heirloom vs. hybrid and determinate vs. indeterminate, tomatoes are also classified by type. Plum tomato varieties are one of the five types, with the other classifications being cherry, globe, beefsteak and oxheart. But exactly what is a plum tomato and how does it differ from these other types? What is a Plum Tomato Plum tomatoes can also vary in size. Mini plum or grape tomato varieties average 1-2 inches (2.5-5 cm.) long while the largest plum varieties mature at 5 inches (12.7 cm.) or more in length. But the primary feature which distinguishes plum tomatoes from other types of tomatoes is the amount of liquid pulp they contain. There are tons of fantastic recipes with plum tomatoes! These flavorful tomatoes are wonderful in pasta dishes, hearty soups and stews (like chili), and casseroles. You can use them in most recipes that call for tomatoes. Here are some wonderful recipes to try: