Johannisfeuer / Geisenheimer Frühtomate

Approved Data

created by Jule at 25.01.2022

Cultivation Break

4 Years

Season Overview

Propagating

Planting

Harvest

J

F

M

A

M

J

A

S

O

N

D

Description

The variety was found in 1890 in the research institute of the University of Geisenheim and called "Geisenheimer Frühe". Possibly descended from the Ficarazzi variety. It was only able to survive because it was marketed by a seed supplier under the name "Johannisfeuer" and has thus been preserved to this day. The heavily ribbed and flat-round beef tomatoes weigh between 50-200 g and have a shiny red skin. (From Genbaenkle.de). (Probably seed-resistant, but no exact details found).

F1 Hybrid

Not frost resistant

Growing tips

Tomatoes need warm temperatures between 20-25°C to germinate. After germination, keep in a cooler place (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).