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[Solanum lycopersicum] Super Stick beefsteak tomato seeds, giant ribbed fruits, dense low-seed flesh.
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Super Stick beefsteak tomato is a giant beefsteak-type variety, with round, slightly flattened, ribbed fruits that can exceed 700 grams in weight.
It belongs to the species Solanum lycopersicum, family Solanaceae. A sturdy, vigorous indeterminate-growth plant that produces a limited number of fruits but of considerable size.
Sow in a heated seedbed between February and March, with soil temperature between 20 and 25°C; transplant into the field after the last frosts.
It prefers fertile, well-drained soil, sunny exposure and steady watering; the plant needs sturdy staking to support the weight of the giant fruits.
Harvest once fruits have reached full deep red colouring, keeping the thin skin and firm flesh typical of beefsteak varieties.
It can be affected by downy mildew, alternaria and blossom-end rot in case of irregular watering; crop rotation and good ventilation help prevent the main plant diseases.
Its dense, very low-seed flesh is perfect sliced for salads and bruschetta, as well as grilled thanks to its firm texture.
Rich in lycopene, vitamin C and potassium, Super Stick tomato has antioxidant properties and a sweet flavour with low acidity.
Per 100 grams, Super Stick tomato provides about 18 kcal, 0.9 g protein, 3.9 g carbohydrates, 0.2 g fat and 1.2 g fibre.