STRIPED CAVERN

Description

One of the most unusual tomatoes you can find, this stunning, red, bell-pepper-shaped tomato has vibrant yellow stripes, and a semi-hollow interior with a mild sharpish flavour, the seeds forming what looks like a shiny strawberry inside! They have a very long cropping season, are drought-resistant, store unusually well up to 4 weeks or more in a refrigerator, and are ideal for stuffing or grilling. What more do you want? (Cordon)

Sowing Advice

Seeds are surface-sown or covered only slightly. Do not allow the soil to dry out. Containers are held in warm conditions until sprouts appear, which may take anywhere from 3-10 days. Move sprouting plantings immediately to bright light conditions, such as a south-facing window. Inadequate light is a frequent cause of failure of young seedlings. At about the time of last frost, set out seedlings into pots. Remove side-shoots and support the plant.

Key Facts