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The German Lunchbox tomato, a larger pink heirloom cherry variety from Germany, is a delightful addition to any garden, especially for those interested in market gardening. This mid-season variety, featuring regular leaves, is known for its prolific nature and delicious taste. These indeterminate plants continuously produce fruits until the frost sets in, making them a reliable and bountiful source of tomatoes throughout the growing season. The cherry fruits from this plant have an extended shelf life, which is an added advantage for both home gardeners and market sellers. These larger cherry tomatoes vary in weight, ranging between.
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Additional Info
| Botanical Name | Lycopersicon lycopersicum |
|---|---|
| Life Cycle | Annual |
| Min. Time to Germinate | 5 Days |
| Max. Time to Germinate | 10 Days |
| Depth to Sow Seeds | 1/4 in. |
| When to Sow | Indoors 6-8 weeks before last spring frost |
| Growing Height | 4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m) |
| Plant Spacing | 24-36 in. (60-90 cm) |
| Hardiness | N/A |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun |
| Danger | Parts of plant are poisonous if ingested |
| Growth Habit | Indeterminate |
| Soil pH Requirements | 6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic), 6.6 to 7.5 (neutral), 7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline) |
| Days to Harvest | 70-80 |
| Propagation Methods | From herbaceous stem cuttings, From seed; germinate in a damp paper towel, From seed; sow indoors before last frost |
| Seed Collecting | Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds, Ferment seeds before storing |
| Open Pollinated (OP) | Yes |
| Usage | Fresh, salad |
| Fruit Color | Pink |
| Fruit Size | Small (grape/cherry varieties) |
| Seeds Per Pack | 25 |
