Sativa Beef Tomato Ox Heart

The Oxheart Beefsteak Tomato – A fast-growing variety with aromatic, large fruits

The Oxheart tomato is a fast-growing variety with large, elongated fruits that ripen from pink to red. Its excellent taste makes it a popular beefsteak tomato, ideal for fresh consumption or processing. Due to the large fruits, a rain cover is recommended to optimally protect the plant. This stake tomato has been recognized by ProSpecieRara as a rare and old variety, contributing to the preservation of biodiversity.

• Certified organic seeds – sustainably and environmentally friendly cultivated.
• Contents: 25 seeds per pack.

Characteristics of the Oxheart Tomato:
• Fruit color: Red
• Fruit size: Ø 6 cm
• Fruit weight: 100 g
• Plant type: Stake tomato
• Tomato type: Beefsteak tomato
• Heat requirement: High – covered cultivation recommended
• Nutrient requirement: High – regular fertilization necessary
• Row spacing: 75 cm
• Plant spacing: 40 cm
• Sowing depth: 1 cm

Cultivation and Care:
The Oxheart tomato thrives best in protected cultivation, as the large fruits can be sensitive to weather conditions. Sowing takes place from February to April, and the young plants can be set outdoors or in a greenhouse from May. A good support system is necessary to support vigorous growth. Regular pruning and watering promote a rich harvest.

Harvest and Use:
• Harvest time: July to October – depending on cultivation and weather conditions.
• Use: The Oxheart tomato is excellent for salads, Caprese, sauces, and as a flavor tomato for Mediterranean dishes. Its intense, sweet aroma makes it one of the most popular beefsteak tomatoes.

This historical variety is a valuable contribution to the preservation of traditional tomatoes and enriches any garden with its aromatic, juicy fruits.