Tomato Cherry Roma

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(Lycopersicon Esculentum )

Compact bush with masses of sweet Roma type tomatoes that are only 25mm long.

Flavours/Food Partners

Cherry tomatoes partner well with Latin herbs like garlic, oregano, marjoram, rosemary and thyme when cooked or when fresh they are enhanced by herbs like parsley, chives and celery leaf. They are pleasant when eaten whole on their own.

Health/Cooking/Medicinal

Like all tomatoes, they are high in the cancer fighting agent, Lycopene. This is enhanced by moderate cooking. Serve whole in salads or lightly fry with fresh asparagus, garlic, basil mint and lemon thyme. Tasty and healthy snack eaten raw on their own. They are high in Vitamins A, B1, B2 and C.

Landscaping/Planting

Plant in an airy, sunny position in well drained soil or very large pots. Does not require a stake.

Cultivation/Fertiliser

Like all tomatoes it must receive a deep soaking when almost dry and should not receive overhead watering. Feed regularly with Seasol and Powerfeed. A small amount of dolomite lime after planting will make stronger plants. Harvest when fruit is full colour.

Herb Attributes
Position Full Sun
Height 1.1m
Width 40cm
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