Zigan Noir#545

The Zigan Noir tomato, also known as Gipsy or Tsygan, is a Russian heirloom variety celebrated for its distinctive appearance and robust flavor.

Plant Characteristics:

• Growth Habit: Indeterminate, with plants reaching approximately 1.5 meters (5 feet) in height.
• Foliage: Dense, regular leaf structure.

Fruit Characteristics:

• Color: Very dark red skin with green to brown shoulders.
• Shape: Round with a tendency to stretch in height and a subtle undulation at the shoulders.
• Size: Typically weighing between 100 to 200 grams (3.5 to 7 ounces).
• Flesh: Pink-purple veined and very juicy.
• Flavor: Very good, reminiscent of the “Cherokee Purple” variety.

Cultivation Tips:

• Planting: Start seeds indoors 6 weeks before the last expected frost date.
• Transplanting: Move seedlings outdoors after the danger of frost has passed, ensuring they are planted deep to promote strong root development.
• Support: Due to their indeterminate nature and large fruit size, providing sturdy support structures like stakes or cages is recommended to manage growth and prevent fruit from touching the ground.
• Watering: Maintain consistent soil moisture, especially during fruit development, to prevent issues like cracking.
• Pruning: Regularly remove suckers to direct energy toward fruit production and improve air circulation.