Tomato

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Moneymaker is a reliable old heirloom tomato that has been favoured by market gardeners and glasshouse growers for generations. Producing heavy crops of beautiful, round scarlet fruit with thin skins, firm flesh and excellent flavour, it performs particularly well in warm, humid conditions. Listed in Australia in 1927, this vigorous indeterminate variety is ideal for fresh eating, slicing, sauces and homemade salsa.

Approximately 250–350 seeds per gram
Approximately 40 seeds per packet

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: April to July (dry season)
Subtropics: August to January
Mild climates: September to December
Cold climates: October to November after frost

Planting / Sowing

Sow seed 5 mm deep in seed trays or pots and keep warm until germination. Transplant seedlings into a sunny, frost-free position once well established, spacing plants 60–90 cm apart. As an indeterminate variety, Moneymaker requires staking, caging or trellising for support. Water consistently and feed regularly throughout the growing season. Harvest ripe fruit from approximately 75 days after sowing.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.

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Moneymaker is a reliable old heirloom tomato that has been favoured by market gardeners and glasshouse growers for generations. Producing heavy crops of beautiful, round scarlet fruit with thin skins, firm flesh and excellent flavour, it performs particularly well in warm, humid conditions. Listed in Australia in 1927, this vigorous indeterminate variety is ideal for fresh eating, slicing, sauces and homemade salsa.

Approximately 250–350 seeds per gram
Approximately 40 seeds per packet

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: April to July (dry season)
Subtropics: August to January
Mild climates: September to December
Cold climates: October to November after frost

Planting / Sowing

Sow seed 5 mm deep in seed trays or pots and keep warm until germination. Transplant seedlings into a sunny, frost-free position once well established, spacing plants 60–90 cm apart. As an indeterminate variety, Moneymaker requires staking, caging or trellising for support. Water consistently and feed regularly throughout the growing season. Harvest ripe fruit from approximately 75 days after sowing.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.

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Mortgage Lifter is a famous American heirloom producing large pink-red beefsteak tomatoes with meaty flesh, relatively few seeds and a rich, sweet flavour. The substantial fruits are superb for slicing, sandwiches, burgers and salads, where their excellent eating quality really shines.

The variety was developed in West Virginia during the 1930s by radiator repairman M.C. “Radiator Charlie” Byles. He reportedly crossed several of the largest tomatoes he could obtain, including German Johnson, and selected the resulting plants over successive seasons. Byles sold seedlings for $1 each, and the story goes that their popularity allowed him to pay off his home mortgage, giving the tomato its memorable name.

Plants are vigorous and indeterminate, producing heavy crops over an extended season. The large fruits and strong vines require sturdy staking or trellising, with consistent moisture helping reduce stress as the beefsteak fruits develop.

Seed count: approximately 250–400 seeds per gram. Approximately 40 seeds per packet.

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: February–August
Subtropics: August–April
Mild climates: August–December
Cold climates: September–December, after frost risk has passed

Planting / Sowing

Sow approximately 5 mm deep into seed-raising mix or directly where conditions are warm. In cooler climates, seed can be started indoors approximately five weeks before transplanting after the last frost. Best soil temperature for germination is approximately 16–35°C.

Space plants approximately 40–60 cm apart with 60–150 cm between rows. Grow in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil and provide sturdy staking or trellising for the climbing vines and large fruit. Water at soil level where possible and avoid waterlogged conditions.

Maturity: approximately 80–90 days.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.

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Mortgage Lifter Yellow is a beautiful beefsteak-type tomato producing large golden-yellow fruits with warm orange tones and a distinctive pink blush through the centre. The substantial fruits have juicy, meaty flesh and a rich, fruity flavour.

Sweet and full flavoured, the colourful fruits are excellent for fresh eating, particularly thickly sliced into sandwiches, burgers and salads. When cut open, the combination of golden flesh and rosy-pink centre makes this an especially attractive tomato for platters and fresh dishes.

Plants are vigorous and indeterminate, continuing to flower and set their large fruits throughout the season. Strong staking or trellising is recommended to support the vines and heavy developing crop.

Seed count: approximately 250–400 seeds per gram. Approximately 40 seeds per packet.

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: February–August
Subtropics: August–April
Mild climates: August–December
Cold climates: September–December, after frost risk has passed

Planting / Sowing

Sow approximately 5 mm deep into seed-raising mix or directly where conditions are warm. In cooler climates, seed can be started indoors approximately five weeks before transplanting after the last frost. Best soil temperature for germination is approximately 16–35°C.

Space plants approximately 40–60 cm apart with 60–150 cm between rows. Grow in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil and provide sturdy staking or trellising for the climbing vines and large fruit. Water at soil level where possible and avoid waterlogged conditions.

Maturity: approximately 80 days.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.

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Napoli Paste is a productive paste tomato producing firm, red, pear-shaped fruits to approximately 60 mm long. The solid, fleshy tomatoes have good flavour and texture, making them equally useful eaten fresh or cooked.

With their dense flesh, the fruits are particularly well suited to tomato paste, passata, sauces and preserving, where less excess juice means quicker cooking and a rich finished product. Fruit sets and ripens over a relatively short period, allowing a substantial quantity to be harvested together for processing.

Plants are vigorous and indeterminate, with some resistance to root and stem diseases. Sturdy staking or trellising helps support the vines as the concentrated crop develops.

Seed count: approximately 250–400 seeds per gram. Approximately 40 seeds per packet.

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: February–August
Subtropics: August–April
Mild climates: August–December
Cold climates: September–December, after frost risk has passed

Planting / Sowing

Sow approximately 5 mm deep into seed-raising mix or directly where conditions are warm. In cooler climates, seed can be started indoors approximately five weeks before transplanting after the last frost. Best soil temperature for germination is approximately 16–35°C.

Space plants approximately 40–60 cm apart with 60–150 cm between rows. Grow in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil and provide sturdy staking or trellising for the climbing vines. Water at soil level where possible and avoid waterlogged conditions.

Maturity: approximately 75–85 days.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.

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Nebraska Wedding is a colourful American heirloom producing smooth, round fruits to approximately 10 cm across. Both the skin and flesh ripen to a brilliant orange, with fruits forming in clusters on productive vines. The flesh is meaty and juicy with a mild, sweet flavour.

The variety is associated with Nebraska farming families and is said to have been traditionally given to newly married couples, giving rise to its memorable name. Its history as a variety passed between families makes it a lovely example of seed being preserved through community and personal tradition.

Plants are vigorous and indeterminate, producing good yields of substantial fruit. The vines benefit from sturdy staking or trellising, particularly as clusters begin to gain weight. The orange fruits are excellent for fresh eating, slicing, salads and sandwiches.

Seed count: approximately 250–400 seeds per gram.

Approximately 25 seeds per packet.

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: February–August
Subtropics: August–April
Mild climates: August–December
Cold climates: September–December, after frost risk has passed

Planting / Sowing

Sow approximately 5 mm deep into seed-raising mix or directly where conditions are warm. In cooler climates, seed can be started indoors approximately five weeks before transplanting after the last frost. Best soil temperature for germination is approximately 16–35°C.

Space plants approximately 40–60 cm apart with 60–150 cm between rows. Grow in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil and provide sturdy staking or trellising for the climbing vines and substantial fruit. Water at soil level where possible and avoid waterlogged conditions.

Maturity: approximately 110–120 days.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety.

Not available for WA 

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Nematex is a reliable tomato producing round, firm red fruits with a classic tomato flavour. The sturdy fruits hold well after picking and are versatile for fresh eating, salads, sandwiches and everyday cooking.

A particularly useful feature of Nematex is its resistance to root-knot nematodes, microscopic soil-dwelling pests that attack tomato roots and can cause poor growth, wilting and reduced yields. This resistance makes Nematex a valuable choice for gardens where nematodes have previously caused problems.

Plants are vigorous and indeterminate, continuing to grow, flower and set fruit throughout the season. Sturdy staking or trellising is recommended to support the vines and developing crop.

Seed count: approximately 250–400 seeds per gram. Approximately 40 seeds per packet.

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: February–August
Subtropics: August–April
Mild climates: August–December
Cold climates: September–December, after frost risk has passed

Planting / Sowing

Sow approximately 5 mm deep into seed-raising mix or directly where conditions are warm. In cooler climates, seed can be started indoors approximately five weeks before transplanting after the last frost. Best soil temperature for germination is approximately 16–35°C.

Space plants approximately 40–60 cm apart with 60–150 cm between rows. Grow in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil and provide sturdy staking or trellising for the climbing vines. Water at soil level where possible and avoid waterlogged conditions.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety

Not available for WA

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One Hundred Percent is a traditional-style tomato producing smooth, round red fruits approximately 6–9 cm across. The medium to large tomatoes have juicy, fleshy interiors and a classic tomato flavour, making them an excellent all-purpose variety for the home garden.

The generously sized fruits are ideal for slicing into sandwiches and burgers, adding to salads and platters, or using in everyday cooking. Their useful size and straightforward eating quality make One Hundred Percent a dependable choice where a versatile red tomato is wanted.

Plants are vigorous and indeterminate, continuing to grow, flower and set fruit throughout the season. Sturdy staking or trellising is recommended to support the climbing vines and developing crop.

Seed count: approximately 250–400 seeds per gram. Approximately 40 seeds per packet.

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: February–August
Subtropics: August–April
Mild climates: August–December
Cold climates: September–December, after frost risk has passed

Planting / Sowing

Sow approximately 5 mm deep into seed-raising mix or directly where conditions are warm. In cooler climates, seed can be started indoors approximately five weeks before transplanting after the last frost. Best soil temperature for germination is approximately 16–35°C.

Space plants approximately 40–60 cm apart with 60–150 cm between rows. Grow in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil and provide sturdy staking or trellising for the climbing vines. Water at soil level where possible and avoid waterlogged conditions.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.

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Orange Cherry is a prolific cherry tomato producing slightly elongated, globe-shaped fruits to approximately 3 cm across. The brilliant orange tomatoes have a very sweet, juicy flavour and excellent eating quality, making them particularly good picked straight from the vine.

The bite-sized fruits are ideal for salads, lunchboxes, grazing platters and roasting whole. They also have good resistance to cracking, helping the ripe fruit remain intact on the vine and after harvest.

Plants are vigorous and indeterminate, producing abundant clusters over a long season. In warm, frost-free climates, plants can continue flowering and fruiting throughout much of the year. Provide sturdy staking or trellising to support the productive vines.

Seed count: approximately 250–400 seeds per gram. Approximately 25 seeds per packet.

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: February–August
Subtropics: August–April
Mild climates: August–December
Cold climates: September–December, after frost risk has passed

Planting / Sowing

Sow approximately 5 mm deep into seed-raising mix or directly where conditions are warm. In cooler climates, seed can be started indoors approximately five weeks before transplanting after the last frost. Best soil temperature for germination is approximately 16–35°C.

Space plants approximately 40–60 cm apart with 60–150 cm between rows. Grow in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil and provide sturdy staking or trellising for the climbing vines. Water at soil level where possible and avoid waterlogged conditions.

Not available for WA.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety.

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Oregon Spring is an early-producing tomato with smooth, red, oval fruits reaching approximately 10 cm. The substantial tomatoes have thick, fleshy interiors and good flavour, making them particularly well suited to slicing for sandwiches, burgers and fresh salads.

Developed at Oregon State University for cool conditions and short growing seasons, Oregon Spring is known for setting fruit in lower temperatures than many tomatoes. Its combination of early maturity and high yields makes it especially useful where the warm growing season is limited.

Plants have a compact, determinate bush habit and produce their crop over a relatively concentrated period. They require less training than climbing tomatoes, although support can be useful once plants become heavily laden with fruit.

Seed count: approximately 250–400 seeds per gram. Approximately 40 seeds per packet.

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: February–August
Subtropics: August–April
Mild climates: August–December
Cold climates: September–December, after frost risk has passed

Planting / Sowing

Sow approximately 5 mm deep into seed-raising mix or directly where conditions are warm. In cooler climates, seed can be started indoors approximately five weeks before transplanting after the last frost. Best soil temperature for germination is approximately 16–35°C.

Space plants approximately 40–60 cm apart with 60–150 cm between rows. Grow in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil. Plants are compact and generally require less training than climbing varieties, although staking or caging can help support a heavy crop. Water at soil level where possible and avoid waterlogged conditions.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.

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Pink Oxheart is a classic oxheart-type tomato producing large, glossy pink-red fruits with the distinctive tapered, heart-like shape for which this group is known. The flesh is dense and meaty with relatively few seeds and a rich, sweet tomato flavour.

Oxheart tomatoes have been grown since at least the nineteenth century and remain favourites among heirloom growers for their impressive size and excellent eating quality. The substantial fruits are particularly good for slicing, sandwiches and salads, while their fleshy texture also makes them useful for sauces and cooking.

Plants are vigorous and indeterminate, continuing to produce over an extended season. The vines and large developing fruits benefit from sturdy staking or trellising.

Seed count: approximately 250–400 seeds per gram. Approximately 40 seeds per packet.

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: February–August
Subtropics: August–April
Mild climates: August–December
Cold climates: September–December, after frost risk has passed

Planting / Sowing

Sow approximately 5 mm deep into seed-raising mix or directly where conditions are warm. In cooler climates, seed can be started indoors approximately five weeks before transplanting after the last frost. Best soil temperature for germination is approximately 16–35°C.

Space plants approximately 40–60 cm apart with 60–150 cm between rows. Grow in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil and provide sturdy staking or trellising for the climbing vines and large fruit. Water at soil level where possible and avoid waterlogged conditions.

Maturity: approximately 75–80 days.

Not available for WA. Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety.

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Red Oxheart is an old garden favourite producing large, heart-shaped tomatoes with pink-red skin and thick, solid flesh. The meaty fruits have relatively few seeds and a rich traditional tomato flavour, making them excellent for slicing, sandwiches, salads, sauces and preserving.

Dating to around 1925 in the USA, this classic heirloom belongs to the distinctive oxheart group of tomatoes, prized for their tapered shape, substantial size and dense flesh. It has remained popular with home gardeners for generations and performs particularly well in cooler growing areas.

Plants are vigorous and indeterminate, continuing to flower and set fruit over an extended season. The climbing vines and heavy fruits benefit from sturdy staking or trellising.

Seed count: approximately 250–400 seeds per gram. Approximately 40 seeds per packet.

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: February–August
Subtropics: August–April
Mild climates: August–December
Cold climates: September–December, after frost risk has passed

Planting / Sowing

Sow approximately 5 mm deep into seed-raising mix or directly where conditions are warm. In cooler climates, seed can be started indoors approximately five weeks before transplanting after the last frost. Best soil temperature for germination is approximately 16–35°C.

Space plants approximately 40–60 cm apart with 60–150 cm between rows. Grow in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil and provide sturdy staking or trellising for the climbing vines and large fruit. Water at soil level where possible and avoid waterlogged conditions.

Maturity: approximately 80–95 days.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.

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Yellow Oxheart is a distinctive oxheart-type tomato producing large, heart-shaped fruits with golden-yellow skin and thick, fleshy interiors. The substantial fruits have relatively few seeds and a rich, sweet flavour, with their colour and juicy flesh making them particularly good for fresh juice.

The dense flesh is also excellent for slicing, salads, sandwiches and sauces. Like other traditional oxheart tomatoes, the fruit combines an unusually meaty texture with excellent fresh-eating quality.

Plants are vigorous and indeterminate and perform well in cooler growing areas. They continue to flower and set fruit over an extended season, with the climbing vines and heavy developing fruits benefiting from sturdy staking or trellising.

Seed count: approximately 250–400 seeds per gram. Approximately 40 seeds per packet.

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: February–August
Subtropics: August–April
Mild climates: August–December
Cold climates: September–December, after frost risk has passed

Planting / Sowing

Sow approximately 5 mm deep into seed-raising mix or directly where conditions are warm. In cooler climates, seed can be started indoors approximately five weeks before transplanting after the last frost. Best soil temperature for germination is approximately 16–35°C.

Space plants approximately 40–60 cm apart with 60–150 cm between rows. Grow in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil and provide sturdy staking or trellising for the climbing vines and large fruit. Water at soil level where possible and avoid waterlogged conditions.

Maturity: approximately 80–95 days.

Not available for WA.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety.

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Peach is an unusual heirloom tomato producing small red fruits with a distinctive, slightly furry skin reminiscent of a peach. The fruits have a mild, pleasant flavour and tender, juicy flesh, making them an interesting change from smooth-skinned tomatoes.

Their small size makes them particularly good for snacking, salads and grazing platters. The delicate, softly fuzzy skin is part of their charm, although the ripe fruits are not long keepers and are best enjoyed soon after picking.

Plants are vigorous and indeterminate, producing fruit over an extended season. Provide staking or trellising to support the climbing vines and keep the developing fruit off the ground.

Seed count: approximately 250–400 seeds per gram. Approximately 40 seeds per packet.

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: February–August
Subtropics: August–April
Mild climates: August–December
Cold climates: September–December, after frost risk has passed

Planting / Sowing

Sow approximately 5 mm deep into seed-raising mix or directly where conditions are warm. In cooler climates, seed can be started indoors approximately five weeks before transplanting after the last frost. Best soil temperature for germination is approximately 16–35°C.

Space plants approximately 40–60 cm apart with 60–150 cm between rows. Grow in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil and provide sturdy staking or trellising for the climbing vines. Water at soil level where possible and avoid waterlogged conditions.

Maturity: approximately 75–90 days.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.

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Pineapple is a striking heirloom beefsteak tomato producing large fruits that ripen to bright golden yellow streaked and marbled with red. Sliced open, the flesh often shows the same beautiful blend of yellow, orange and red, giving each fruit a distinctive appearance.

The large, meaty tomatoes have a rich, sweet and fruity flavour with relatively low acidity. Excellent for fresh eating, they are particularly impressive sliced into salads, sandwiches and platters. Despite the name, Pineapple refers to the fruit's colourful appearance and fruity character rather than an actual pineapple flavour.

Plants are vigorous, high yielding and indeterminate, continuing to produce their substantial beefsteak fruits over an extended season. Strong staking or trellising is recommended to support the vines and weight of the developing crop.

Seed count: approximately 250–400 seeds per gram. Approximately 40 seeds per packet.

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: February–August
Subtropics: August–April
Mild climates: August–December
Cold climates: September–December, after frost risk has passed

Planting / Sowing

Sow approximately 5 mm deep into seed-raising mix or directly where conditions are warm. In cooler climates, seed can be started indoors approximately five weeks before transplanting after the last frost. Best soil temperature for germination is approximately 16–35°C.

Space plants approximately 40–60 cm apart with 60–150 cm between rows. Grow in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil and provide sturdy staking or trellising for the climbing vines and large fruit. Water at soil level where possible and avoid waterlogged conditions.

Maturity: approximately 85–95 days.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.

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Pink Delight produces large, round tomatoes with attractive pink skin and fleshy, juicy interiors. The fruits have a rich, sweet tomato flavour and a tender texture typical of traditional pink tomatoes.

The generously sized fruits are excellent for fresh eating, particularly sliced into sandwiches, burgers and salads. Their combination of size, colour and flavour also makes them an attractive addition to fresh tomato platters.

Plants are vigorous and indeterminate, continuing to flower and set fruit over an extended season. Sturdy staking or trellising is recommended to support the climbing vines and weight of the large developing fruits.

Seed count: approximately 250–400 seeds per gram. Approximately 40 seeds per packet.

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: February–August
Subtropics: August–April
Mild climates: August–December
Cold climates: September–December, after frost risk has passed

Planting / Sowing

Sow approximately 5 mm deep into seed-raising mix or directly where conditions are warm. In cooler climates, seed can be started indoors approximately five weeks before transplanting after the last frost. Best soil temperature for germination is approximately 16–35°C.

Space plants approximately 40–60 cm apart with 60–150 cm between rows. Grow in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil and provide sturdy staking or trellising for the climbing vines and large fruit. Water at soil level where possible and avoid waterlogged conditions.

Maturity: approximately 90 days.

Not available for WA. Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety.

Round red, medium sized early season variety. 65 days.

Not Available for WA

Planting/sowing: Start indoors in late winter for cool areas. In warm climates, sow outdoors in early spring. Space seedlings 40–60cm apart.

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Pink Marbles is an early-season tomato producing medium-sized, round fruits that ripen to a rich red. The juicy fruits have a classic tomato flavour and a useful size for everyday harvesting and eating.

Its relatively early maturity makes Pink Marbles a good choice for gardeners wanting to bring the tomato harvest forward, particularly in areas with a shorter warm growing season. The fruits are versatile in the kitchen, ideal for slicing, salads, sandwiches and general cooking.

Plants are vigorous and indeterminate, continuing to flower and set fruit as the vines grow. Provide sturdy staking or trellising to support the climbing plants and developing crop.

Seed count: approximately 250–400 seeds per gram. Approximately 40 seeds per packet.

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: February–August
Subtropics: August–April
Mild climates: August–December
Cold climates: September–December, after frost risk has passed

Planting / Sowing

Sow approximately 5 mm deep into seed-raising mix or directly where conditions are warm. In cooler climates, seed can be started indoors approximately five weeks before transplanting after the last frost. Best soil temperature for germination is approximately 16–35°C.

Space plants approximately 40–60 cm apart with 60–150 cm between rows. Grow in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil and provide sturdy staking or trellising for the climbing vines. Water at soil level where possible and avoid waterlogged conditions.

Maturity: approximately 65 days.

Not available for WA.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety.