Erik Bush Tomato

Erik is a bush variety growing up to around 90-100cm in height. Produces normal-sized, red tomatoes with good flavor. This variety is an old Swedish variety that has been passed down through the generations. It is kept stored in "The Nordic Genetic Resource Center" under the number "NGB 18729". It is also stored in the "Svalbard Global Seed Vault" since 60 years back. 60D. 10seeds/pack

”Grown by donor's grandmother at Värmlandsnäs since before 1950. From 1954 grown by donor's uncle Erik. Hardy outdoor red tomato. Original source and variety name not known.”

Bush tomatoes usually grow to 50-100cm in height. They grow with slender stems, compared to dwarf varieties. Dwarf varieties have stronger and thicker stems. In general, bush varieties need no pruning. They might need some staking though. If the plant would get too large, it of course can be cut down a bit. Many of the bush varieties are determinate varieties. Determinate means that the plant will grow to a certain size and shape and then set fruit, the harvest period normally is around 10-20 days. After this, the plant is "done" and dies. Many of the bush varieties are earlier than indeterminate, vining varieties.

How to Grow

For more information about how to grow the Erik Tomato follow the link - How to Grow Tomatoes.