Tomato 'Kozula 141'

Tomato 'Kozula 141' (Solanum lycopersicum), Offered by Les Gardiens - Ferme Alternative

The tomato 'Kozula 141' is an exceptional variety that stands out for its impressive productivity and its fleshy flesh of a bright yellow-orange , subtly veined with pink . Its mild and well-balanced taste makes it a favorite choice for fresh cooking and preparation of preserves.

Its ox-heart-shaped fruits , of a good size, have a firm , juicy and slightly acidic flesh, with very few seeds, ideal for sauces and stews. It offers a generous harvest from mid-season and continues to produce until the first frosts.

Features :

Growth Type : Indeterminate
Tomato type : Beef heart
Plant height : Up to 1.8 meters
Spread : Medium to wide
Quantity per sachet : ISOLATED - 15 to 20 seeds
Fruit color : Yellow-orange veined with pink
Shape : Beef heart, meaty and slightly ribbed
Maturation : Mid-season (75 to 85 days)

Cultivation method:

Sow seeds 6 to 8 weeks before the last frost , in light, well-drained soil, at an ideal temperature of 22 to 26°C . When the plants reach 10 to 15 cm , transplant them into the ground or into a pot after the last frost, spacing them 60 cm apart.

Provide them with full sun exposure and regular watering , avoiding excess humidity. Mulching is recommended to retain soil moisture and limit weed growth.

Pot culture: ideal for small spaces

Thanks to its indeterminate growth , the tomato 'Kozula 141' can be grown in pots (minimum 20 liters) . Solid staking is recommended to support its heavy fruits. With good sunshine and regular watering , it ensures a generous harvest , even in an urban environment.

Uses and storage

The 'Kozula 141' tomato is perfect for processing: homemade sauces, preserves, coulis, and stews. It brings a balanced sweetness and a beautiful texture to all your culinary preparations.

Trick !

Making your own canned tomatoes:

Homemade canning allows you to enjoy your tomatoes all year round. Here is a simple method for successful homemade jars.

Homemade canned tomatoes:

Ingredients :

• Ripe tomatoes 'Kozula 141'



• 1 tablespoon lemon juice or 1/4 teaspoon citric acid per jar



• 1 pinch of salt (optional)

Material :

• Glass jars with airtight lids



• Pot for sterilization
  
  



• Saucepan for blanching tomatoes
  
  



• Ladle and funnel

Instructions :

1. Prepare the tomatoes: Wash them, remove the stems, plunge them into boiling water for 30 seconds, then into ice water. Remove the skin and cut them into quarters.



2. Sterilize the jars: Boil the jars and lids for 10 minutes.



3. Filling the jars: Add the lemon juice or citric acid, then the tomato quarters, leaving 1 cm of space at the top. Add a pinch of salt if desired.



4. Close and sterilize: Pour in tomato juice or boiling water, tap to remove air bubbles, close the jars and boil for 40 to 45 minutes.



5. Cool and Store: Let cool, label and store in a cool, dark place.

A fleshy and tasty tomato, perfect for brightening up your dishes and prolonging summer on your plates!