Renate

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created by steffen a. at 12.01.2022

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Description

Flesh tomato. High yielding. Approx. 100-200 g heavy fruits. The beef tomato Renate belongs to the old tomato varieties from the conservation breeding of Wolfgang Kreimer (Mühlenbachhof). It has only been grown in the permaculture Don Giardino since 2020 to preserve this historic variety. Meat tomato Renate has been on the list of endangered native crops since 2018. Its bright red color and round aromatic taste positively surprised us. The cultivation should be practiced in the greenhouse or in the covered open field as the plant is quite susceptible to fungal diseases and poorly tolerates rain. It is recommended to cultivate the variety one to a maximum of three shoots. (From seed manufactory).

Non hybrid

Not frost resistant

Growing tips

Maximum of three shoots, covered outdoor area, endangered species. Tomatoes need warm temperatures between 20-25°C for germination. Keep cooler after germination (max. 20°C). Sowing before March can lead to a lack of light and poorer plant growth. When pricking out, plant deeper down to the cotyledons so that the plants can develop new roots. Harden off before planting out. Fertilize regularly and water evenly. Should be thinned out. Tie or fix the main shoot in particular, as it could otherwise break off due to the heavy fruit. A location protected from rain is advantageous. Basil (against mildew and whitefly) and marigolds (against nematodes, viruses, whitefly) have proven to be good companion plants. (From Biogartenbedarf).