The Lost Marbles tomato is a distinctive cherry variety known for its exceptional sweetness and disease resistance.Developed by Phil Seneca of Good Mind Seeds in the USA, this tomato is the result of crosses between multiple wild tomato species, contributing to its robust fungal disease resistance, including resistance to septoria, early blight, late blight, and fusarium wilt.
Key Characteristics:
- Fruit Appearance: Small, round, dark purple to black cherry tomatoes with slightly green shoulders.
- Flavor: Exceptionally sweet with a rich, tomatoey taste.
- Plant Growth: Indeterminate growth habit with regular foliage; plants can reach up to 6-7 feet in length.
- Disease Resistance: Notably resistant to common fungal diseases such as septoria, early blight, late blight, and fusarium wilt.
- Yield: Produces heavy clusters of fruit, making it a prolific variety.
Cultivation Tips:
- Planting: Start seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the last expected frost.
- Transplanting: Move seedlings outdoors after all danger of frost has passed.
- Spacing: Space plants 18-24 inches apart to allow for adequate air circulation.
- Sunlight: Require full sun for optimal growth and fruit production.
- Soil: Prefers well-drained, fertile soil enriched with compost.
The Lost Marbles tomato is celebrated for its unique flavor profile and resilience, making it a valuable addition to any garden.
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