'Sweet Sturdy™ Joe' & 'Grace' Tomato Duo

Double your garden's bounty with this exclusive duo designed for small spaces. Combining the richness of a classic red cherry tomato with the brightness of a yellow cocktail tomato, this pair transforms your balconies and patios into a true flavor bar. 'Sweet Sturdy™ Joe' leads with its exceptional sugar content, while 'Sweet Sturdy™ Grace' charms with its juicy yellow flesh and aromatic flavor explosion. These two robust varieties provide an abundant harvest without the footprint of traditional plants.

Characteristics

• Flavor and Taste : 'Joe' delivers an intensely sweet experience with a crunchy and very juicy texture, ranking among the sweetest patio tomatoes in the world. 'Grace' offers an explosive flavor profile with tender, refreshing yellow flesh.
• Foliage : Dark green, dense, and sturdy, providing excellent sunscald protection for the fruit.
• Flowering / Fruiting : A duo featuring red fruits (Joe) 4 to 5 cm in diameter and round yellow fruits (Grace). Generous and early production.
• Light : Full sun (minimum 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight per day).
• Habit : Determinate and compact, ideal for growing without complex staking.
• Growth : Fast-growing; reaches a maximum height of 45 to 60 cm. Maturity in 65 days.
• Soil : Rich, loose, and well-drained potting mix, specifically formulated for containers and vegetables.
• Temperature : Annual (frost sensitive). Handles Quebec’s summer heat well.
• Resistances : Good resistance to common fungal diseases and adapted to moisture variations in pots.

Usage

• Types of Use : Perfect for container gardening, raised beds, deck planters, or small urban gardens.
• Decorative Advantages : The visual contrast between red and yellow fruits creates immediate edible ornamental appeal on the terrace.

Maintenance

• Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during heatwaves, without waterlogging the roots. Water at the base to avoid wetting the foliage.
• Fertilization : Apply a natural tomato and vegetable fertilizer every two weeks once the first flowers appear.
• Pruning : No pruning is required as growth is determinate; do not remove suckers to maximize production.
• Planting : Transplant into the garden or outdoor pots only when the danger of frost has passed and night temperatures remain above 10°C.
• Winter Protection: None; annual plant to be harvested until the first frost.