Valencia – Golden-yellow beefsteak tomato with a mild, smooth flavour
What sets Valencia apart
Valencia tomato seeds grow into a beefsteak tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) with warm orange skin and a sweet, almost tropical flavour. It is an impressive choice if you want to grow tomatoes from seed and go for large, juicy fruit.
Background and name
Probably named after the Spanish city of Valencia. An heirloom variety that has gained popularity in the USA and Europe.
Appearance and growth habit
A tall-growing (indeterminate) variety that needs its side shoots pinched out. The plant produces large, round fruit weighing up to 300 grams.
Flavour and uses of Valencia
Sweet, juicy and mild in flavour. Excellent for caprese, burgers and fresh tomato dishes.
Ripening time, resistance and storage
Ripens after about 75 days. Good resistance to splitting. Best eaten fresh, as it keeps for a short time only.
Pollination tips
Shake the plant or dab the flowers with a brush when growing in a greenhouse.
How to grow Valencia
Sow indoors in March. Plant out in a greenhouse or a warm spot outdoors. Pinch out the side shoots. Tie the plant up and feed it well.
Price is for 10 tomato seeds
Sow in seed compost. Pot on into a larger pot when the first pair of leaves appears. Prefers a sunny position with regular watering.
