Mini Rose
10-15 tomato seeds
£4.95
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Mini Rose Mini Dwarf Tomato (10-15 seeds)
The "Mini Rose" tomato is a charming and productive variety, particularly well-suited for gardeners with limited space, like those growing in containers or on balconies.
Key Characteristics:
Origin and History: 'Mini Rose' was developed in Canada by the Central Experimental Farm in Ottawa. It dates back to 1969 and was bred for both flavour and disease resistance, with ancestors including a wild tomato (Solanum pimpinellifolium) to impart resistance to Verticillium wilt and late blight.
Growth Habit: It's generally described as a bushy, determinate plant, meaning it grows to a certain size and then focuses on producing its fruit crop, usually not requiring extensive pruning of side shoots. While determinate, it is noted for being quite vigorous.
Height: Typically grows to about 60-80 cm in height, often with a sprawling habit
Foliage: Regular
Fruit Characteristics: Produces medium-sized pink cherry fruits, some though on the larger side nearer to cocktail
Colour: Pink or dark pink when ripe, often described as a "lovely ice pink" or "bright red"
Taste: Highly praised for its excellent, well-balanced, sweet-tangy taste. They pack a lot of flavour into their small size.
Maturity and Productivity:
Early Producer: Starts producing early in the season and is known for its high yield - 105 days from sowing to harvest
Prolific: It's a very productive variety for its size.
Disease Resistance: One of its notable strengths is its bred-in disease resistance, particularly to Verticillium wilt and late blight. This makes it a good choice for gardeners looking for more robust varieties.
'Mini Rose' tomato is an excellent choice for home gardeners seeking a flavourful, productive, and relatively easy to grow pink cherry tomato, especially if space is at a premium.