Tomato Assortment - Linda's Original Seeds
- Brand: Linda's Original Seeds
- Product Code: 95435191
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R200.00
Tomato Assortment by Linda’s Original Seeds | 5 premium heirloom tomato varieties.
Discover a complete tomato garden in one convenient pack with Linda’s Original Seeds Tomato Assortment. This carefully curated collection of 5 exceptional non-GMO heirloom tomato varieties delivers a symphony of flavours, shapes and uses — perfect for salads, sauces, sun-drying, snacking and slicing. Grow your own delicious, chemical-free tomatoes at home and enjoy a continuous harvest that caters to every culinary need.
What’s included in the Tomato Assortment:
- Principe Borghese Tomato – “Sun-Kissed Elegance”
Petite, rich and sweet Italian heirloom tomatoes famous for sun-drying. Ideal for Mediterranean dishes and long-lasting flavour. - Red Cherry Tomato – “Nature’s Candy”
Juicy, sweet clusters perfect for snacking, salads and colourful garnishes. Highly productive and kid-friendly. - Costoluto di Parma Tomato – “Italian Heirloom Charm”
Deeply ribbed beefsteak tomatoes with robust, tangy flavour. Excellent for sauces, sandwiches and authentic Italian cooking. - Roma Tomato – “The Classic Sauce King”
Meaty, low-moisture elongated fruits with dense texture. The ultimate variety for rich homemade sauces, pastes and canning. - Red Pear Oxheart Tomato – “Heartfelt Flavour”
Beautifully heart-shaped tomatoes with sweet, succulent flesh. Perfect for fresh slicing, salads and market displays.
All varieties thrive in full sun and are suitable for garden beds or large containers. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced gardener, this assortment guarantees a diverse, high-yielding tomato harvest throughout the season. Order your Linda’s Original Seeds Tomato Assortment today and transform your South African garden into a flavour paradise!
Best time to plant in South Africa:
Tomatoes are warm-season crops and frost-sensitive. Timing varies by region:
- Highveld / colder inland areas (Johannesburg, Pretoria, Free State): Start seeds indoors late August – September. Transplant outdoors October – November after frost risk has passed.
- Middleveld: September – December.
- Lowveld / frost-free areas (parts of Limpopo, Mpumalanga, coastal KZN): February – May or nearly year-round.
- Western Cape: July – October.
General recommendation for most of South Africa: Sow in spring/summer (August – November). Start seeds 4–6 weeks before the last expected frost for the longest harvest window. Protect young plants from cold snaps and provide full sun, rich organic soil and regular watering.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What varieties are included in the Linda’s Original Seeds Tomato Assortment?
The pack contains five premium heirloom varieties: Principe Borghese (for sun-drying), Red Cherry (for snacking & salads), Costoluto di Parma (ribbed Italian beefsteak), Roma (classic sauce tomato) and Red Pear Oxheart (heart-shaped slicer). - When is the best time to plant this tomato assortment in South Africa?
Start seeds in spring (August–October) and transplant after the last frost (usually October–November on the Highveld). Frost-free Lowveld areas can plant from February–May or almost year-round. Always check local frost dates. - Are these tomato seeds suitable for beginners and container gardening?
Yes! All varieties are beginner-friendly. Cherry and Principe Borghese work especially well in pots, while the larger types need containers of at least 40–55 cm depth and diameter plus staking support. - How long does it take to harvest tomatoes from this assortment?
Most varieties are ready for harvest in 16–20 weeks (approximately 75–100 days from transplant), depending on the type and growing conditions. You can enjoy a continuous supply by planting all five. - Are the seeds non-GMO and open-pollinated?
Yes. Linda’s Original Seeds are non-GMO, open-pollinated heirloom seeds produced in South Africa, perfect for saving seed for future seasons.
