Tomato 'Aurora Blue'

Tomato 'Aurora Blue' (Solanum lycopersicum), Offered by Les Gardiens - Ferme Alternative

The 'Aurora Blue' tomato is an exceptional variety , combining productivity, flavor and unique aesthetics . With its large, fleshy fruits growing in clusters , it offers a dense and tasty flesh , perfect for a multitude of culinary uses.

Its bright and harmonious taste , subtly acidulous, brings a beautiful complexity in the mouth , ideal for salads, sauces and gourmet dishes . Its indeterminate growth guarantees an abundant harvest throughout the season , and its mid-season maturation allows you to enjoy its fruits from 75 to 85 days after sowing .

Growth Type: Indeterminate
Tomato Type: Beefsteak
Plant height: 1.5 to 2 meters
Spread: Medium to wide
Quantity per sachet: ISOLATED - 15 to 20 seeds
Fruit color: Dark red with blue hues
Shape: Large fleshy fruits in clusters
Maturation: Mid-season (75 to 85 days)

Cultivation method:

Sow seeds 8 to 10 weeks before the last frost , at an ideal temperature of 22 to 28°C . When the seedlings reach 10 to 15 cm , transplant them into the ground or into a pot after the last frost, spacing them 60 cm apart.

Plant them in rich, well-drained soil with full sun exposure to maximize their production. Strong staking is recommended to support the plant and prevent the branches from bending under the weight of the fruit.

The first fruits ripen after 75 to 85 days , guaranteeing a generous and prolonged harvest until autumn.

Pot culture: possible with good support

Thanks to its vigorous growth , the 'Aurora Blue' tomato can be grown in a large pot (minimum 20 litres) with a sturdy stake and sunny exposure to ensure optimum production.

Use and special features:

With its balanced flavor, dense texture and meaty flesh , this tomato is perfect for fresh salads, rich sauces, stews and gourmet sandwiches . Its slightly blueish appearance also makes it an attractive and original variety to grow.

A productive and tasty tomato, perfect for lovers of rare and tasty varieties!