Tomato 'Schimmeig creg'

A full sun position will ensure your plant thrives and remember to water moderately. Schimmeig creg is generally regarded as a tender plant, so it is really important to plant out well after your last frost date. Schimmeig creg needs a loamy soil with a ph of 5.0 to 6.0 (moderately acidic soil to weakly acidic soil).

Start seeds indoors six weeks before last frost date.

Sow at a depth of approx. 0.78 inches (2.0 cm) and aim for a distance of at least 2.60 feet (80.0 cm) between Tomato plants. For optimal germination, soil temperature should be a minimum of 12°C / 54°F.

By our calculations, you should look at sowing Schimmeig creg about 42 days before your last frost date.

Transplant out when around 15cm (6 inches) high.

Plant to the first set of true leaves to promote strong root growth.

Schimmeig creg is tender, so ensure you wait until all danger of frost has passed in your area before considering planting outside.

This variety tends to mature and be ready for harvest in mid summer.

Named after the Elberta Peach, which is resembles.
Also sometimes called ‘Schimmeig Creg’ which is Welsh for “Striped Rock”. Schimmeig Creg was the name given to it by Tom Wagner, the original breeder for this variey.

Bred by Tom Wagner (original breeder of Green Zebra).

Shimmeig

Elberta girl