Tomato 'Crushed Heart' (Solanum lycopersicum) , Offered by Les Gardiens - Ferme Alternative
The 'Crushed Heart' tomato is a remarkable variety , prized for its large, fleshy, heart-shaped fruits , with a striped pink color with hints of anthocyanin . Its rich, semi-sweet flavor , combined with its juicy, melting texture , makes it an ideal tomato for sauces, refined dishes or simply enjoyed fresh .
Very productive from mid-season , this indeterminate tomato offers an abundant and continuous harvest until the first frosts . Its potato-type foliage, wide and dense, contributes to its vigor and production capacity.
Growth Type: Indeterminate
Tomato type: Beef heart
Plant height: 1.5 to 2 meters
Spread: Wide
Quantity per sachet: ISOLATED - 15 to 20 seeds
Fruit color: Striped pink with anthocyanin highlights
Shape: Heart, large caliber
Maturation: Mid-season (75 to 85 days)
Foliage: Potato
Cultivation method:
Sow seeds 8 to 10 weeks before the last frost , at an ideal temperature of 22 to 28°C . When the seedlings reach 10 to 15 cm , transplant them into the ground or into a pot after the last frost, spacing them 60 cm apart.
Plant them in rich, well-drained soil , with full sun exposure to ensure optimum production. Sturdy staking is essential to support the large, fleshy fruits and prevent the branches from breaking under their weight.
The first fruits ripen after 75 to 85 days , with sustained production until autumn .
Pot culture: possible with good support
Thanks to its vigorous growth , the 'Crushed Heart' tomato can be grown in a large pot (minimum 20 litres) with a sturdy stake and sunny exposure to ensure optimum production.
Use and special features:
With its dense flesh, few seeds and semi-sweet flavor , this tomato is perfect for rich sauces, stews, carpaccios and gourmet salads . Its fascinating visual appearance and abundant production make it an exceptional variety .
