Sativa Zürcher Original – Fleischtomate Bio

Zürich Original – Beef Tomato with Traditional Charm
The Zürich Original (Solanum lycopersicum) is a medium-growing beef tomato with ribbed, red fruits. This traditional tomato variety is known for its robust plant and high resilience. It is characterized by its aromatic, fruity flesh and has earned a place in the ProSpecieRara certification, making it a valuable, rare variety.
• Certified organic seeds – sustainably and environmentally friendly cultivated.
• Contents: 25 seeds per pack.

Cultivation & Planting
• Sowing: February to April in pre-culture at 20–24 °C.
• Pricking out: Transplant into larger pots after the first true leaf pair.
• Outdoor planting: After the last frosts, around mid-May.
• Location: Sunny and warm, ideally also under protected cultivation or in a greenhouse.
• Soil: Loose, well-drained, and nutrient-rich.
• Watering & Fertilizing: Regularly water and nourish with organic fertilizer.

Characteristics & Care Instructions
• Fruit color: Red.
• Fruit shape: Ribbed and meaty.
• Fruit diameter: Ø 7 cm.
• Fruit weight: Approximately 150 g.
• Plant type: Staking tomato – requires support.
• Heat requirement: High – covered cultivation recommended.
• Nutrient requirement: High – regular fertilization ensures healthy plants.

Planting Distances
• Row spacing: 75 cm.
• Spacing in the row: 40 cm.
• Sowing depth: 1 cm.

Harvest & Use
• Harvest time: From July to October depending on weather conditions.
• Use: Ideal for salads, sauces, soups, or as a fresh side dish. It is also excellent for cooking.

Why choose the Zürich Original?
• ProSpecieRara-certified, rare variety.
• Robust, healthy plants with good yields.
• Intense, aromatic flesh for various culinary applications.
• Excellent shelf life.
• Well-suited for cultivation in the garden or under protection.