Tomato 'Purple Calabash'
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The 'Purple Calabash' tomato is a distinctive heirloom variety known for its deeply ribbed, burgundy to dark purple fruits. These tomatoes are ideal for salads, sauces, and gourmet dishes because of their rich, tangy flavour that has a hint of sweetness. 'Purple Calabash' is an indeterminate variety that brings a touch of vintage charm and unique flavour to your garden while yielding a consistent harvest throughout the growing season.
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Supplied in approx. 9cm pots.
The primary intended use of this plant is to grow food for human consumption.
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Plant in rich, well-drained soil that receives full sun. Water the soil regularly to maintain an even moisture level, and mulch to keep moisture in the soil and keep weeds out. To control their fast growth and heavy fruit sets, support the plants with cages or stakes. Use a well-balanced tomato fertiliser on a regular basis. Prune to increase air circulation and get rid of suckers, both of which help stave off illness.Â