Aztek
10-15 tomato seeds
£4.95
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Aztek Micro Dwarf Tomato (10-15 seeds)
The 'Aztek' (often spelled 'Aztec' as well) tomato variety is a highly popular and well-regarded micro dwarf tomato, cherished for its compact size, prolific yield, and sweet flavour.
Type: 'Aztek' is a micro dwarf tomato. This means the plants are incredibly compact, typically growing only 20-40 cm tall. This makes them perfect for small spaces.
Growth Habit: It has a determinate growth habit. This signifies that the plant grows to a specific, predetermined size, produces its main crop of fruit over a relatively short period, and then stops growing significantly. This makes it very low-maintenance, as it generally does not require staking or pruning of side shoots.
Origin: While some sources mention its origin as Czechoslovakia, its name also links to the Aztec people, who were among the earliest cultivators of tomatoes (initially small, yellow types).
Foliage: It features regular leaf foliage, often described as "rugosa" (meaning the leaves have a somewhat wrinkled or crinkled texture).
Fruit Appearance: The fruits are small, round to slightly plump cherry tomatoes, ripening to a vibrant golden yellow or intense yellow colour.They typically weigh between 10-20 grams. Some fruits may even have a small pointed tip or "nipple" at the blossom end.
Flavour: 'Aztek' tomatoes are known for their robust, sweet, and fruity flavour, often described as having a delicate sweetness and a good balance of taste. They have a thin but firm skin that prevents them from falling apart easily when cut.
Maturity: It's an early-season variety, usually maturing in 100-110 days from seed sowing, allowing for a quick and early harvest.
Productivity: Despite its small stature, 'Aztek' is a prolific producer, yielding an abundant amount of small, delicious cherry tomatoes. It can often produce fruit over an extended period, and some growers report a second, smaller flush of fruit if conditions are favourable (good watering and fertilisation after the first crop).
Aztek' is a top choice for anyone seeking a charming, productive, and delicious yellow cherry tomato that can be grown in very confined spaces, including indoors.