Cordon (Indeterminate).
Medium sized, perfectly shaped, deliciously sweet fruit, The rich orange colour gives Tomato Aviro a high level of Beta Carotene, Provitamin A and Vitamin C, almost double normal red tomatoes,
Excellent eaten fresh in salads or garnishes, alternatively Tomato Aviro can be used to make high vitamin juice and soup. Heavy cropper. Virus resistant.
Germinate at 18-20C (64-68F) on the surface of a good free draining, damp seed compost. Apply a layer of vermiculite, 3cm (1¼in) deep. Place in a propagator or seal container inside a polythene bag until after germination.
For Indoor Crops: Sow seeds from late winter to early spring. Plant finally into growbags or pots in the greenhouse, or conservatory.
For Outdoor Crops: Sow seeds during early spring. Acclimatise plants to outdoor conditions for a few days prior to final planting after all risk of frost.
Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle into 7.5cm (3in) pots. Plant in final situation when 20cm (8in) high, 45cm (18in) apart.
Provide adequate support and tie regularly. Remove all side shoots as they appear, leaving one main stem. Feed regularly with a general tomato fertiliser. Provide a sunny, moist, fertile and well drained site. Remove main growing tip in late summer to hasten ripening.
Tomatoes are packed with antioxidants and are rich in Vitamins A and C and lycopene, all helping to stimulate your body’s immune system.