Mémé de Beauce Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum)
In 1995, a bag of 200 seeds was discovered in the attic of a house that had been abandoned for several years in Saint-Joseph-de-Beauce, by a carpenter making repairs. Neighbors said there hadn't been a vegetable garden at this address for over 60 years. Mr. Gérard Parent, to whom they were given, tried to grow them, but only three germinated. From these plants come all the Mémés de Beauce known in Quebec.
MAINTENANCE AND OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
Gradually acclimate to outdoor conditions about 10 days before planting by taking them out during the day. Lay the plants horizontally, slightly arching the plant to bring the leaves out.
Plant type: Annual |
Quantity: Envelope of about 30 seeds |
Exposure: Full sun |
Shape: Herbaceous |
Soil: Well drained |
Watering: Regular |
Sowing: Inside |
Plantation: In the garden after the risk of frost |
Days to maturity: 85 to 100 days |
Germination: 7 to 10 days |
Plant spacing: 45 cm |
Row spacing: 70 cm |
Depth: 5 mm |
Width: 45 cm with tutor or 60 cm if left on the ground |
Height: 90 cm to 1,2 m |
Type of growth: Indeterminate growth |
Color: Red |
Family: Solanaceae |