Solanum lycopersicum
Other names: Oaxacan Ribbed Slicing Tomato
Features:
-Annual
-Indeterminate (plant can grow quite large)
-Needs trellis, fence, or some other kind of support for branches
-Recommended for outdoor growing in a container or in the ground
-Comes in a biodegradable pot
We grow our plants from seed, start them indoors, and move them outside to the shade to acclimate to the weather.
To transplant, dig a hole a bit larger than the biodegradable pot, tear the pot in a few places, and bury the the root ball (including the pot) in the hole. You may also choose to add a bit of compost or worm castings into the hole before adding the plant. Water in thoroughly.
2nd photo by Sow True Seed
Variety description from Sow True Seed:
"Zapotec Pleated is a gorgeous tomato that borders on weird. It’s so heavily ribbed it’ll make everyone scratch their head, but the taste is wonderful. Well balanced acid and sweetness, with very few seeds. A good slicer, but hollow cavities form as the tomatoes get bigger which also make them good for stuffing."
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