Salad Garden Essentials

Tomato ‘Herodes’ – Seeds

(Lycopersicon esculentum) – Heirloom Beefsteak Tomato

The ‘Herodes’ tomato is a traditional heirloom beefsteak variety from Eastern Europe, valued for its large, meaty fruits and outstanding flavor. The fruits ripen to a deep rosy-red with pink undertones, offering a rich, sweet, and slightly tangy taste – perfect for slicing, salads, and summer sandwiches. Highly productive, vigorous, and disease-tolerant, this indeterminate variety continues to set fruit throughout the season.

Key Features

• Type: Indeterminate (climbing)

• Fruit: Large beefsteak, 250–400 g

• Color: Rosy red/pink

• Flavor: Sweet, rich, and meaty

• Height: 150–200 cm

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Fertile, well-drained, moisture-retentive

Ideal For

• Fresh slicing and caprese salads

• Summer sandwiches and burgers

• Juices, sauces, and preserves

• Greenhouses, polytunnels, or sunny outdoor beds

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April, 0.5 cm deep in trays/pots.

• Germination: 7–14 days at 20–25°C.

• Transplant: Pot on when true leaves appear.

• Plant out: May–June, after frost, spacing 50 cm apart.

• Harvest: July–September.

Care Tips

• Requires staking or caging.

• Remove side shoots for better airflow and larger fruits.

• Feed with high-potash fertilizer once flowers set.

Tomato 'Yellow Romus' – Seeds (Solanum lycopersicum)

The Tomato 'Yellow Romus' is a productive variety that produces bright yellow, elongated plum-shaped fruits with a mild, sweet flavor. Known for its attractive golden color and meaty texture, this tomato is excellent for fresh eating, sauces, and preserves. A reliable mid-season crop, it’s perfect for greenhouse or outdoor cultivation and adds vibrant color to your tomato harvest.

How to Grow

• Sow indoors from February to April, 0.5 cm deep in trays or pots.

• Keep at 18–22°C until germination.

• Transplant seedlings into larger pots, then outdoors or into a greenhouse after frost has passed.

• Support plants with stakes or canes for best yields.

Key Features

• Elongated, plum-shaped golden yellow fruits

• Mild, sweet, and meaty flavor

• High yields throughout the season

• Suitable for greenhouse or outdoor growing

• Excellent for fresh use, sauces, and preserving

Ideal For

• Fresh salads and snacks

• Homemade sauces and preserves

• Bright, colorful vegetable gardens

Sowing & Harvest

• Sow: February to April

• Plant out: May to June

• Harvest: July to September

Quick Tip

• For the sweetest flavor, allow fruits to ripen fully on the vine before harvesting.

Tomato Trailing 'Ola Polka' Seeds (Solanum lycopersicum)

Bring sunshine to your garden with Tomato Trailing 'Ola Polka' (Solanum lycopersicum). This compact, trailing variety produces an abundance of small, golden-yellow fruits with a sweet, tangy flavor. Perfect for hanging baskets, containers, and patios, ‘Ola Polka’ is highly decorative and productive, making it an excellent choice for limited spaces or decorative edible displays.

How to Grow

• Sow seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost.

• Use fertile, well-drained soil in full sun.

• Sow 0.5 cm deep and keep soil moist at 20–25°C until germination (7–14 days).

• Transplant into containers, hanging baskets, or outdoor beds after frost.

• Water regularly and feed with a tomato fertilizer for best results.

Key Features

• Compact, trailing tomato variety

• Produces sweet golden-yellow fruits

• Perfect for hanging baskets and containers

• Decorative and productive for small spaces

• Easy to grow and maintain

Ideal For

• Hanging baskets and patio pots

• Container gardening in small spaces

• Snacking, salads, and garnishes

• Decorative edible displays

Sowing

• Best time: Indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost

• Depth: 0.5 cm

• Transplant: After last frost into baskets or containers

• Prefers full sun and fertile, well-drained soil

Quick Tip

• Regular feeding encourages continuous flowering and heavy crops of golden fruit.

Tomato Trailing 'Gardenperle' Seeds (Solanum lycopersicum)

Add a cascade of flavor and color to your garden with Tomato 'Gardenperle', a trailing cherry tomato variety perfect for hanging baskets, pots, and containers. Producing abundant clusters of small, sweet, red fruits all season long, this compact plant is a delight for fresh snacking, salads, and garnishes. Easy to grow and highly ornamental, it’s an excellent choice for small spaces and patio gardens.

How to Grow

• Sow indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost.

• Transplant outdoors or into large containers after frost has passed.

• Plant in full sun with fertile, well-drained soil.

• Sow 0.5 cm deep and space plants 30–40 cm apart.

• Provide regular watering and feed for maximum yield.

Key Features

• Trailing cherry tomato variety

• Sweet, bite-sized red fruits

• Perfect for hanging baskets and pots

• Compact and ornamental growth habit

• Heavy cropping throughout summer

Ideal For

• Patio and balcony gardens

• Hanging baskets and window boxes

• Fresh snacking and salads

• Gardeners with limited space

Sowing

• Best time: Indoors in early spring

• Depth: 0.5 cm

• Spacing: 30–40 cm apart

• Prefers sunny, sheltered spots with fertile soil

Quick Tip

• Pinch out side shoots sparingly; allow natural trailing for maximum cascading effect.

Tomato 'Scatolone 3' – Seeds (Solanum lycopersicum)

Discover the Italian heirloom Tomato 'Scatolone 3', renowned for its large, juicy fruits with rich, sweet flavor. This vigorous variety produces plump, meaty tomatoes ideal for fresh salads, sauces, and cooking. Perfect for home gardens, allotments, or greenhouse cultivation, 'Scatolone 3' combines high yield with authentic Italian taste.

How to Grow

. Sow indoors: February – April, 0.5–1 cm deep in trays or pots
. Transplant outdoors: After last frost, spacing 50–70 cm apart
. Prefers fertile, well-drained soil with full sun
. Water regularly and support plants with stakes or cages
. Harvest: When fruits are fully colored and slightly soft to touch

Key Features

. Italian heirloom tomato with large, juicy fruits
. Sweet, rich flavor for fresh eating or cooking
. High-yielding and vigorous growth
. Ideal for salads, sauces, and preserves
. Suitable for greenhouse or open garden cultivation

Ideal For

. Home gardeners seeking authentic Italian tomatoes
. Fresh salads, cooking, and sauces
. Greenhouse or open-ground cultivation
. Gardeners looking for high-yield, flavorful varieties

Sowing & Harvest

. Sow: February – April
. Harvest: July – September

Quick Tip

Support plants with stakes or cages early to prevent fruit damage and encourage healthy growth.

Tomato Pink 'Maliniak' – Seeds (Solanum lycopersicum)

The Tomato Pink 'Maliniak' is a traditional Polish heirloom variety known for its large, pink, fleshy fruits bursting with rich, sweet flavor. This mid-season tomato is a favorite among home gardeners for its outstanding taste, meaty texture, and versatility in the kitchen. Perfect for slicing, fresh salads, and sandwiches, it also performs beautifully in sauces and preserves.

How to Grow

• Sow indoors from February to April, 0.5 cm deep in seed trays or pots.

• Keep at 18–22°C until germination.

• Transplant seedlings into larger pots when strong enough, then outdoors or into a greenhouse after frost has passed.

• Provide support as plants grow tall and bear heavy fruits.

Key Features

• Large, pink fleshy fruits with rich, sweet taste

• Traditional Polish heirloom tomato

• Mid-season variety with reliable yields

• Ideal for fresh eating and cooking

• Strong, healthy plants suitable for greenhouse or outdoor cultivation

Ideal For

• Fresh salads and sandwiches

• Cooking into sauces and soups

• Traditional and heirloom vegetable gardens

Sowing & Harvest

• Sow: February to April

• Plant out: May to June (after frost)

• Harvest: July to September

Quick Tip

• For best flavor, allow fruits to fully ripen on the vine before picking. Regular feeding boosts size and sweetness.

Tomato 'Duo Striped' – Seeds (Solanum lycopersicum)

The Tomato 'Duo Striped' is a visually striking and flavorful variety producing medium-sized, round fruits with a unique dual-color striped pattern. Its sweet, juicy flesh makes it perfect for fresh salads, roasting, sandwiches, or snacking straight from the garden.

This vigorous tomato plant thrives in both garden beds and containers, offering a high yield of attractive fruits throughout the season. 'Duo Striped' combines ornamental charm with culinary versatility, making it a standout addition to any home garden.

How to Grow

• Sow indoors: February – April

• Transplant outdoors: After last frost, spacing 40–50 cm apart

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil enriched with compost

• Care: Support plants with stakes or cages; water consistently to maintain fruit quality

Key Features

• Medium-sized, round tomatoes with unique dual-color stripes

• Sweet, juicy, and flavorful flesh

• High-yielding, vigorous plants

• Suitable for garden beds and containers

• Perfect for fresh eating, salads, roasting, and snacking

Harvest

• Harvesting period: 65–80 days after sowing

• Pick fruits when fully colored and firm for optimal taste.

Short Tip

Grow in full sun and harvest regularly to enjoy continuous production of colorful, flavorful tomatoes.

Tomato 'Tigerella' – Seeds (Solanum lycopersicum)

Tomato 'Tigerella' is a striking heirloom variety, known for its vibrant red fruits streaked with golden yellow stripes. The small to medium-sized fruits are juicy, sweet, and slightly tangy, perfect for fresh salads, sandwiches, or roasting.

This variety is vigorous and reliable, producing an abundance of attractive fruits throughout the summer. Ideal for home gardens, patios, or greenhouse cultivation.

How to Grow

• Sow indoors: February – April

• Transplant outdoors: May – June, after last frost

• Depth: 0.5–1 cm

• Spacing: 40–50 cm between plants, rows 60–80 cm apart

• Support: Staking or cages recommended

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Fertile, well-drained, rich in organic matter

• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist, avoid waterlogging

Key Features

• Heirloom variety with striking red and yellow striped fruits

• Small to medium-sized, juicy, and sweet-tangy flavor

• High-yielding and vigorous growth

• Ideal for fresh eating, salads, and roasting

• Suitable for home gardens, patios, or greenhouses

Harvest

• Harvesting period: July – September

• Pick fruits when fully colored and firm for the best flavor.

Short Tip

Support plants with stakes or cages to keep fruits off the ground and maintain shape.