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[Solanum lycopersicum] Riviera beefsteak tomato seeds, large lobed fleshy fruits with few seeds, vigorous indeterminate plant.
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Riviera beefsteak tomato is a large-fruited variety, with fleshy lobed fruits and few seeds, from a vigorous indeterminate plant.
It belongs to the species Solanum lycopersicum, family Solanaceae. A tall, vigorous indeterminate plant, requiring sturdy staking to support the large fruits.
Sow in a heated seedbed between February and March; transplant in May, once night temperatures are steadily above 10°C.
Prefers fertile, well-drained soils with regular feeding; removing side shoots and consistent watering support the development of the fleshy fruits.
The characteristically lobed, nearly seedless fruits should be harvested at full ripeness for the best flavour; watch for cracking with irregular watering.
Like other large-fruited indeterminate varieties, it benefits from good canopy ventilation and regular pruning to prevent blossom end rot and fungal diseases.
A slicing variety par excellence, ideal for thick slices in summer salads and gourmet sandwiches; the dense flesh and few seeds make it highly appreciated in the kitchen.
Rich in lycopene and potassium, Riviera tomato has antioxidant properties and its dense flesh keeps an excellent flavour even raw.