Description

Cordon (Indeterminate).

Medium sized, perfectly shaped, deliciously sweet fruit, The rich orange colour gives 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 they can be used to make high vitamin juice and soup. Heavy cropper. Virus resistant.

Sowing Instructions

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 from late winter to early spring. Plant finally into growbags or pots in the greenhouse, or conservatory.

For Outdoor Crops: Sow during early spring. Acclimatise plants to outdoor conditions for a few days prior to final planting after all risk of frost.

Growing Instructions

Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle into 7.5cm (3in) pots. Plant in final situation when 20cm (8in) high, 45cm (18in) apart.

Aftercare Instructions

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.