Tomato 'Taiga'
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PACKAGING: Zip lock 12 - 15 SEEDS
1. Original Name: Taiga.
2. History: Bred by tomato breeder Karen Olivier (Ladysmith, Canada). A part of her wonderful True North Series. These tomatoes are unique, and most of the plants have droopy potato leaves. A cross between Ludmilla’s Pink Heart and Captain Lucky. This variety became popular in 2019. A sister to True Colours (being very similar to it).
3. Plant Specifications: Mid-season. A good choice for a greenhouse and outdoors. Indeterminate, tall bush, growing up to 6 feet (180 cm) tall. Thin stem, droopy potato leaves. Regular truss.
4. Training Instructions: It is recommended to train the bush to two main stems. Staking and pruning are a must.
5. Shape and Weight: Heart-shaped fruits with distinct or flat pointed tips. Weight: 7-14 oz. (200-400 g).
6. Color: Unusual multicolored fruits gaining new colors as they ripe. However, the main background is green with olive-green, yellowish and brown marbling and a bronze blush. The flesh has an incredible combination of green and yellow colors and pink marbling in a cut. The multicolored flesh of every fruit will come as a surprise to you at different stages of ripening!
7. Flavor Profile: Very sweet with a bright fruit-like flavor. Just cut the fruits, and you will feel this yummy flavor. Their solid flesh with few seeds will take your breath away with its soft and buttery texture. The fruits are very juicy.
8. Culinary Use: Perfect for very tasty fresh salads with onions dressed with oil. Ideal for flavorful juices and sauces.