Siberian Panther
10-15 tomato seeds
£4.50
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Siberian Panther Tomato (10-15 seeds)
Discover the Siberian Panther Tomato, a rare and striking heirloom variety perfect for gardeners seeking a hardy, flavourful, and visually stunning tomato.
The Siberian Panther Tomato is an exceptional heirloom variety known for its adaptability to cooler climates and short growing seasons. This indeterminate variety produces medium-sized, round to oblate fruits with a unique colour pattern - deep red or purple with dark, almost black shoulders. The dark shoulders are rich in anthocyanins, offering both visual appeal and added health benefits.
Key Features:
• Size & Shape: Medium-sized, 160 to 230g, round to slightly oblong fruits.
• Colour: Deep red or purple with striking dark, almost black shoulders.
• Flavour: A rich, complex flavour with a perfect balance of sweetness and acidity.
• Growth Habit: Indeterminate, vigorous plants that require staking or caging.
Why Grow Siberian Panther Tomatoes?
• Cool Climate Resilience: Perfectly suited for cooler regions, the Siberian Panther Tomato thrives in lower temperatures, making it an ideal choice for northern gardeners.
• Rich Flavour: Enjoy a tomato with a well-balanced taste, ideal for fresh eating, cooking, or preserving.
• Heirloom Quality: As an heirloom variety, the Siberian Panther is non-GMO and open-pollinated, allowing you to save seeds for future planting.
Growing Instructions:
• Climate: Best for cooler climates with shorter growing seasons.
• Soil: Prefers well-drained, fertile soil with a pH of 6.0 to 6.8.
• Sunlight: Requires full sun for optimal growth and fruit production.
• Watering: Maintain consistent watering, avoiding waterlogged soil. Mulch to retain moisture and keep roots cool.
• Fertilisation: Use a balanced fertiliser high in phosphorus and potassium for healthy growth and abundant fruiting.
Harvesting Tips:
• Time to Maturity: Expect fruit to ripen approximately 70-80 days after transplanting.
• When to Harvest: Pick when fruits have developed full colour and feel slightly firm. For best flavour, allow the fruit to ripen fully on the vine.
Culinary Uses:
Siberian Panther Tomatoes are perfect for fresh salads, sandwiches, and garnishes, or for cooking into rich sauces and salsas. Their robust flavour also makes them excellent for canning and preserving.
Seed Saving:
Being an heirloom variety, Siberian Panther Tomato seeds can be saved from mature fruits, allowing you to grow this unique variety year after year.