by Amazon Baby Plum Tomatoes, 320g

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A crop of Katiebelltake around 15 weeks from seed to first harvest. Although you can sow seed from as early as late December in a heated greenhouse, it is more usual to sow in a unheated greenhouse or on the kitchen windowsill in March / April for planting out April / May. Prior to moving plum tomato seedlings into the garden, it’s necessary to acclimate them to outdoor conditions of sun and wind. Once the seedlings are hardened off and all danger of frost has passed, they can be transplanted in a sunny location. Many people believe that eating a diet rich in meat, poultry, and fish is good for them. According to the USDA, a healthy diet should consist of lean meats, poultry, and fish, as well as nuts, seeds, legumes, and fruits and vegetables. For lean meats, poultry, and fish, a serving size of one ounce is recommended per day, and a serving size of three-fourths of an ounce is recommended for nuts, seeds, and legumes. It is recommended that a person consume six one-ounce servings of lean meats, poultry, and fish per day, or four one-ounce servings of nuts, seeds, and legumes per day. Two portions of fat and oils per day, as well as no more than three portions of sweets and added sugars per week, are recommended. Balanced Diet Plum tomatoes are as commonly sold canned as they are sold fresh. Most canned plum tomatoes are Italian varieties of plum tomatoes such as Roma or San Marzano. Some canned tomatoes are imported from Italy, while other brands are grown domestically. Once the plants are 20cm tall, they can be planted in their final positions. Because tomatoes like the warmth you will always get a earlier and bigger crop from greenhouse grown plants.

San Marzano tomatoes are a popular Italian heirloom variety of plum tomatoes. Some gardeners refer to San Marzano tomatoes as their “fancy Romas”. San Marzano tomato seeds are easy to find due to this variety’s popularity. San Marzano plants are indeterminate (long-vining tomatoes). 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. Most people should aim to eat a variety of foods throughout the day and to have smaller portions of calories-dense foods, like sweets, fatty foods, and alcohol. A good rule of thumb is to fill half of your plate with fruits and vegetables, a quarter with lean protein, and a quarter with whole grains. And, always remember to drink plenty of water!

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! Tomato plants grow especially well in raised garden beds. Remove the bottom leaves off the stem and plant the seedling quite deep (about 6″-8″ below the soil line of the seedling). You can also a slow-release organic fertilizer like Dr. Earth Tomato Fertilizer or Espoma Garden-Tone Organic Fertilizer. 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. An important note about canned plum tomatoes is that canned plum tomatoes are rarely labeled as “plum tomatoes”. The term “plum tomatoes” is used in English-speaking countries, while most canned plum tomatoes are imported from Italy. When buying canned plum tomatoes, look specifically for the words Roma or San Marzano, or look for a photo or drawing of oblong tomatoes (as opposed to round tomatoes). They may also be labeled “whole peeled plum tomatoes”. Here’s a rather large italian plum tomato (on the bottom/left) beside some cherry tomatoes and a standard small globe-type tomato. Fresh plum tomatoesDelving 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. Here’s a detailed guide on how to grow tomatoes. You can also take an online course specifically about growing heirloom types of tomatoes: Growing Heirloom Tomatoes, with Marie Iannotti. Keep your plum tomato plants from getting too cold, and be sure to provide lots of moisture in the soil as well as some homemade compost for nutrition. Buying plum tomatoes by the pound We roasted some of our plum tomatoes and used them alongside some regular canned roma tomatoes to make a yummy bolognese sauce. The freezer is full :) Recipes with plum tomatoes Sow the tomato seed individually in cell trays, or 2 per plant pot, using a good quality seed compost. Lightly cover over and keep moist at a temperature of 18 degrees. Seedlings should start showing around 7 days if you have the right temperature.