Solanum lycopersicum ( Graf Zeppelin ) is a variety of medium sized tomato that is popular for its rich, sweet flavour and good yields. The plant grows in a bush form and is determinate, which makes them more suitable for pots and small gardens. A favourite with home gardeners and as a salad tomato.
The Graf Zeppelin Tomato is believed to have been originally bred in Latin America but by who and when; we do not know. Some quote it as an heirloom variety from the Andes and although this is quite possibly accurate, the name suggests it is more likely from Europe. There is very little information available regarding this varieties history but what we do know is that it has been around for at least a few decades and that it is a delicious, openly pollinated, good producing variety.
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Growth
The Graf Zeppelin Tomato plant is a medium growing plant that will reach up to approximately 1.2m (4 feet) high and 70cm (2.3 feet) in width. This variety is determinate with a bushy type of growth and is best given some staked support for best growth.
The fruit averages in size between 4-6 cm’s, with firm, red skin when mature. Labelled by some as a top producer, it certainly is quite a decent crop producing bush in good conditions.
Suitable for growing in pots & for smaller garden spaces.
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FAMILY:
Solanaceae
CLIMATE:
All climates
TEMPERATURE RANGE:
10°C to 35°C / 50 to 95°F
SOIL TYPE:
Well drained, compost rich, loamy, or sandy.
LOCATION:
Full Sun. Will tolerate some afternoon shade but full sun for at least 8 hours a day preferred,
HEIGHT:
Up to 1.2 metres (4 feet)
WIDTH:
Up to 70 centimetres (2.3 feet)
pH:
6.0-6.7
GROWTH TYPE:
Annual, determinate, bush.
WATER REQUIREMENTS:
Medium.
POLLINATION:
Self-pollinating. Bees and insects can help.
MATURITY:
70-100 days.
GERMINATION RATES:
84-91%
GERMINATION TIME:
9-14 days in ideal temperatures.
GERMINATION DIFFICULTY:
Easy in the right climate.
SEEDS PER GRAM:
Approximately 370
MEDICINAL QUALITIES:
No
WEED POTENTIAL:
No
EDIBLE:
Yes
SEED STORAGE & VIABILITY:
Cold Storage at 4°C (Fridge) up to 5 years.
FACTS ABOUT SOLANUM LYCOPERSICUM (Graf Zeppelin Tomato)
The foliage of tomato plants can be toxic to humans and some pets.
Tomatoes are full of nutritional goodness like Vitamin C, K1, Potassium, Folate & Beta Carotene. For more information about tomatoes and your health, click here.
