Tomato 'Alicante'

Position in a full sun location and remember to water moderately. Alicante is generally regarded as a tender plant, so remember to ensure that temperatures are mild before moving outdoors. Alicante 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.

Aim to sow 0.78 inches (2.0 cm) deep and try to ensure a gap of at least 2.60 feet (80.0 cm). For optimal germination, soil temperature should be a minimum of 12°C / 54°F.

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

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

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

Alicante 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.

An heirloom from Unwins, England, United Kingdom.

Alicanti