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π π Giant Tomato Ikarus β 50 Seeds | Solanum lycopersicum | Large Fruit Heirloom | Juicy & Flavorful
π π Giant Tomato Ikarus β 50 Seeds | Solanum lycopersicum | Large Fruit Heirloom | Juicy & Flavorful
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Grow impressive, large-fruited Giant Tomato Ikarus, an heirloom variety celebrated for its massive, juicy, and flavorful fruits. Ideal for slicing, sandwiches, and fresh salads, this tomato produces robust plants with heavy yields of beautiful red fruits.
Perfect for gardeners who want to impress with size and taste, the Ikarus tomato thrives in sunny garden beds or spacious containers.
π± Key Information:
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Latin Name: Solanum lycopersicum
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Variety: Giant Tomato Ikarus (Heirloom)
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Seed Count: 50 seeds
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Growth Habit: Indeterminate (vining)
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Fruit Size: Giant, often 400β600g or more per fruit
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Fruit Color: Bright red
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Plant Height: 1.2β1.8 meters (4β6 feet)
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Sowing Time: Indoors β 6β8 weeks before last frost
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Germination Time: 7β14 days
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Days to Maturity: 80β90 days from transplant
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Sunlight: Full sun (6β8 hours daily)
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Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile, rich in organic matter
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Soil pH: 6.0β6.8
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Watering Needs: Consistent moisture; avoid water stress
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Spacing: 60β90 cm between plants
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Uses: Fresh eating, slicing, sandwiches, salads, cooking
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Special Features: Large fruit size, rich flavor, high yield, heirloom quality
π Growing Tips:
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Start seeds indoors with warmth and light for best germination.
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Use strong stakes or cages to support heavy fruit loads.
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Maintain even watering to prevent cracking and blossom end rot.
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Fertilize regularly with tomato-specific nutrients.
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Harvest when fruits are fully colored and slightly soft.
π Fun Fact: The Giant Tomato Ikarus is named after the mythical figure Icarus, symbolizing its soaring size and bold presence in the garden.
The package contains 0.5 g or around 50 of Ikarus tomato seeds.
Solanum lycopersicum
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