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Rio Grande Dwarf H1281 Tomato Seeds

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[Solanum lycopersicum] Rio Grande dwarf tomato seeds, Roma-type firm oval fruit, compact plant ideal for sauces and preserves.

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Rio Grande Dwarf H1281 Tomato

Rio Grande dwarf H1281 tomato is a Roma-type dwarf sauce variety, with firm oval fruits ideal for preserves and purees.

The Rio Grande Dwarf Plant

It belongs to the species Solanum lycopersicum, family Solanaceae. A compact determinate plant, limited height, also suited to container growing.

How to Sow Rio Grande Dwarf

Sow in a heated seedbed between February and March; transplant in April-May, once frost risk has passed.

How to Grow Rio Grande Dwarf

Thanks to its dwarf habit it needs little or no staking; suited to small gardens or intensive growing for processing purposes.

Tips for Rio Grande Dwarf

The firm, thick-skinned oval fruits ripen fairly uniformly and are well suited to mechanical or bulk harvesting.

Diseases and Pests of Rio Grande Dwarf

The compact habit favours airflow; still susceptible to common fungal diseases in humid conditions.

Uses and Curiosities of Rio Grande Dwarf

A sauce variety par excellence: the firm, low-seed flesh is perfect for sauces, purees and homemade preserves.

Properties of Rio Grande Dwarf

Rich in lycopene, Rio Grande dwarf tomato has antioxidant properties and a high dry matter content, ideal for processing.

Nutritional Values of Rio Grande Dwarf

  • Calories: about 18 kcal
  • Protein: 0.9 g
  • Carbohydrates: 3.9 g
  • Fat: 0.2 g
  • Fibre: 1.2 g