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Product Overview
Tomato Burkes Backyard (Lycopersicon esculentum) is an early-season staking tomato variety prized for its rich flavour, reliable performance and ability to set fruit in cooler conditions. Producing generous crops of rustic, irregularly shaped tomatoes, this variety combines heirloom-style character with dependable productivity. Its sweet-acid balance and robust flavour make it a favourite for gardeners wanting something distinctive yet easy to grow. Perfect for vegetable gardens, raised beds and large containers, Burkes Backyard rewards growers with abundant harvests throughout the warmer months.
How To Grow:
Plant in rich, well drained soil and water consistently to encourage healthy vine growth and strong fruit production. Support plants with sturdy stakes, cages or trellises as the vigorous stems and heavy fruit develop.
When To Plant:
Spring through summer once frost risk has passed and soil temperatures have warmed.
Harvest:
Ready in 10-12 weeks. Harvest fruit once richly coloured and slightly soft to the touch for the best flavour.
Position:
Full sun in a warm, sheltered position protected from frost.
Soil Type:
Free draining, fertile soil enriched with compost or well aged organic matter.
Growing Tips:
Keep soil evenly moist and avoid overhead watering to help reduce fungal problems. Feed regularly during flowering and fruiting to encourage strong yields and healthy growth. Harvest regularly to maintain continual production.
Notes:
Excellent sliced fresh into salads and sandwiches or roasted whole to enhance their rich flavour. Their rustic shape also adds visual appeal to antipasto platters and seasonal dishes. Sold as a single seedling from the Howlong Advanced Vegetable Collection.
