Raspberry Giant – a meaty pink beefsteak tomato with sweetness galore
What makes Raspberry Giant special
Raspberry Giant is an impressive beefsteak tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) that lives up to its name – the fruits can grow gigantic! A variety for anyone who wants to grow tomatoes from seed and enjoy sweetness, juiciness and fantastic colour.
Background and name
This Eastern European variety is known for its productivity and rich flavour. The fruits take on a beautiful raspberry-pink shade.
Appearance and growth habit
A tall-growing (indeterminate) variety that requires side-shoot removal and firm tying up. The fruits can weigh 300–800 grams.
Flavour and uses of Raspberry Giant
Very sweet, mild and aromatic – excellent sliced, in salads, sandwiches or eaten just as it is.
Ripening time, resistance and storage
Ripens late – approx. 85 days. Sensitive to damp and needs a sheltered position. Short shelf life – eat fresh for the best flavour.
Pollination tips
Shake the flower trusses regularly in a greenhouse.
How to grow Raspberry Giant
Sow in March. Plant in a greenhouse or a very warm outdoor spot. Remove side shoots. Give plenty of support, water and feed.
The price is for 10 tomato seeds
Sow in seed compost and keep moist. Pot on when the plants are about 10 cm. Harden off before planting out. Tie up and feed regularly.
