Thompson & Morgan Tomato Losetto F1 Hybrid 1 Seed Packet | Robert Dyas

This half-hardy tomato is best suited to being grown in containers and baskets, looking very ornamental as well as being useful and productive. Tomato 'Losetto' produces an abundance of sweet and juicy fruits which can be enjoyed for a long period between mid-summer and early autumn. This plant can be grown in a greenhouse or in a sheltered sunny spot on the patio or in the garden.

For greenhouse cultivation: sow from February to March. For outdoor cultivation: sow from March to April. Sow seeds on the surface of a good, free-draining, damp, seed sowing mix and cover with a fine sprinkling of compost or vermiculite.

Place seed trays in a propagator at a constant temperature of around 15-20C (59-68F) until after germination, which takes 7-14 days. When seedlings gain 2 true leaves, transplant into individual 7.5cm (3) pots of compost and grow on at a minimum temperature of 15C (59F). Water tomato plants frequently, to keep the compost evenly moist.

Feed tomatoes regularly with a high potash plant food once the first truss of fruit has formed. Dwarf bush varieties do not require staking or side shooting.Tomatoes can be harvested as they ripen from July to September. Ideal For: Patio, Kitchen Garden, Greenhouse, Conservatory Hardiness: Half-hardy Position In: Full sun Height: Up to 30cm Spread: Up to 30cm Tomato 'Losetto' is supplied as 1 packet of 5 seeds.

Different growing conditions might vary results. Image may be included for illustration of supply but can vary due to seasonality changes (e.g. deciduous plants lose leaves in colder months).