Description
Dive into the unexpected with the "Blue Berries" tomato (Solanum lycopersicum), where the classic tomato goes wild with a burst of colour. These petite, cherry-sized gems transition from green to blue-purple under sunlight, with the areas most exposed to light taking on the deepest shades. Their sweet and tangy flavour is a treat to the tastebuds, and their vibrant hue ensures they're the blue-tiful stars of any dish.
To let these little wonders truly shine, pop them in large pots with a premium potting mix or nurture them in your vege/herb gardens, boosted by a top-notch soil conditioner. They're happiest soaking up full sun, and consistent watering, especially during Bunuru (late summer), will have them thanking you in bountiful harvests. A generous feed with a tomato-focused fertiliser in Djilba (early spring) will set them on a fruitful path. Expect to reap the berry best of your "Blue Berries" in around 70-80 days post-planting. And given their vigorous growth, they might just need a bit of staking to keep them standing tall and proud.
| Botanical Name | Solanum lycopersicum |
| Common Name | Tomato |
| Cultivar | Blue Berries |
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Classification |
Tomato |
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| Origin | Mexico, Central America, Southern America |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 1.5 - 2 M |
| Width | 50 cm - 1 M |
| Light | Full sun |
| Soil | Rich, loamy, well-draining soil. |
| Water Requirement | Keep soil moist through growing season. Don't allow soil to completely dry out. Plants may need multiple waterings on really hot days. |
| Lifespan | Annual |
| Flower Colour | Yellow |
| Flower Time | Depending on the variety and when the plant is germinated, tomatos can flower any time of the year. Generally they will flower around 1 - 2 months after being planted. Fruit forms 20 - 60 days after flowering. |
| Toxicity | Tomato plants and unripe fruit contain solanine which is toxic to humans, cats, dogs and other animals. Don't allow anyone to ingest any part of the plant other than the ripe fruit. |
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