Regular Tomato (Desi Vegetable Seeds)

Product Description

• Germination Time: 7-14 days
• Sunlight Requirement: 6-8 hours per day, in full sun
• Ideal Climate for Sowing: Suitable for all seasons; can thrive in summer and rainy seasons (avoid extreme cold)
• Plant Height: Typically grows to 3-4 feet
• Organic Fertilizer Requirement: Recommend 1-2 cups of decomposed cow dung or vermicompost, or optionally 1 tablespoon of bone meal per plant weekly
• Life Span: Typically 6-8 months
• Ideal Growing Temperature: Thrives in temperatures between 24-35°C
• Harvesting Time: Ready for harvest in 75-80 days after sowing
• Maintenance Required: Moderate upkeep
• Ideal Grow Bag Size: Suitable for 12x12, 12x24, 24x24x12 rectangular grow bags, or 36x24x12 grow beds
• Number of Seeds: Each packet contains 100-150 seeds

Specifications of Regular Tomato Seeds

Regular tomatoes, classified as desi vegetable seeds, are cultivated for their flavorful, nutritious fruits. They are adaptable for various growing conditions, thriving both in ground and in containers like grow bags, pots, or hanging baskets. Proper spacing is crucial to prevent fungal issues and ensure healthy growth.

Benefits and Uses of Regular Tomatoes

• Rich in vitamins B and C, essential amino acids, sugars, dietary fibers, iron, potassium, vitamin K, minerals, and other nutrients
• Contains beneficial phytochemicals like lycopene, known for its antioxidant properties
• These open-pollinated seeds can be harvested and replanted for continuous crops.

Planting and Care for Regular Tomatoes

• Sowing Regular Tomato Seeds: Plant seeds in moist soil inside a suitable container or grow bag, ensuring they are placed about 1/4 inch deep. Pre-soaking seeds overnight in warm water can help accelerate germination.
• Growing Regular Tomatoes: Requires warm conditions and consistent moisture. Ensure soil remains moist but not waterlogged to avoid issues like cracked fruit and leaf blisters. Protect seedlings from direct sunlight until they germinate.
• Harvesting Regular Tomatoes: Early-season varieties can be ready in 50-60 days, mid-season in 60-80 days, and late-season in 80 or more days.

Precautions for Growing Regular Tomatoes

• Optimal soil should be loamy with a pH level of 5.5 to 7.0 to support healthy growth.
• Vigilance against common pests and diseases such as early blight, fusarium wilt, and tomato hornworms is essential. Use appropriate organic pesticides and fungicides as needed.
• Maintain good soil drainage, adequate light, and air circulation. Supplement light with artificial sources if necessary, positioning seedlings properly to prevent leggy growth.

Common Problems and Solutions

• Address nutrient deficiencies like nitrogen or phosphorus with balanced organic fertilization. Rotate crops and employ natural fungicides like compost tea to manage fungal diseases.
• Ensure proper spacing to promote air circulation, reducing the risk of diseases.

Other Names

• Botanical Name: Solanum lycopersicum L.
• Tamil: தக்காளி (Takkāḷi)
• Malayalam: തക്കാളി (Takkāḷi)
• Kannada: ಟೊಮೇಟೊ (Ṭomēṭo)
• Telugu: టమాట (Tomāṭa)
• Marathi: टोमॅटो (Ṭomǎṭo)
• Hindi: टमाटर (Tamāṭar)
• Bengali: টমেটো (Ṭomeṭo)

No. of Regular Tomato Seeds in a Packet

• Each packet contains 100-150 seeds