Dixie Tomato

Enhance your vegetable garden with our Dixie Tomato Seedlings. Known for their vibrant Yellow color and rich, juicy flavor, Dixie tomatoes are a versatile addition to any kitchen. Perfect for South African climates, these tomatoes thrive in warm conditions and are ideal for a variety of culinary uses.

Key Features:

• Rich Flavor: Perfect for adding a sweet and tangy taste to dishes.
• High Yield: Produces abundant, medium to large-sized fruits.
• Heat Tolerant: Thrives in warm South African summers
• Disease Resistant: Shows resistance to common diseases like spotted wilt virus, anthracnose, and fusarium2.
• Versatile Use: Great for fresh use in salads, sandwiches, and salsas, as well as for canning and preserving3.

Growing Instructions:

• Sowing Time: Best sown in late winter to early spring (August to October) when the soil temperature is at least 15°C1.
• Transplanting: Transplant seedlings outdoors after the last frost. Space plants 60 cm apart in well-drained soil.
• Support: Use stakes or cages to support plants and keep fruits off the ground.

Care Tips:

• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water deeply once a week.
• Sunlight: Full sun exposure for optimal growth.
• Fertilizing: Use organic fertilizers to promote healthy growth. Apply a balanced fertilizer at planting and again when flowers start to form.
• Pest Control: Watch for common pests like aphids and use organic pest control methods if necessary.

Why Choose Dixie Tomatoes? Dixie tomatoes are a gardener’s delight, known for their rich flavor and versatility. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting, these seedlings are easy to grow and will reward you with a bountiful harvest and delicious additions to your culinary creations.