Tomato 'Paul Robeson'
Tomato 'Paul Robeson'
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Solanum lycopersicum
- Heirloom Russian Beefsteak
- Deep, savoury, complex, "umami" flavour
- Red - brown fruits
- Mid season
- Indeterminant
This indeterminate variety produces gorgeous deep maroon to red-brown fruits - characteristic of Russian heirlooms. Renowned for its smoky, tangy, and slightly sweet flavour, the flesh is exceptionally juicy with a perfect balance of acidity and sweetness.
Fruits are round, slightly flattened and 150-350 grams. Favored as one of the best and most adaptable beefsteaks in the world, the Paul Robeson Tomato thrives in cooler growing regions and delights gardeners with its exquisite flavour.
Certified Demeter Biodynamic and Certified Organic Seed
SEED COUNT: 25 approx.
Germination: Lot#14583 94% April 2026
Seed Raising, Growing and Harvest Information
| Plant Type | Site | Spacing | Height | Sowing Depth |
Days to Germination |
Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tender Annual |
Full Sun | 70cm apart in rows 80cm apart |
1.5-1.8m | 3-5mm | 5-10 days @ 21-27 degrees |
80 days |
TRANSPLANT (recommended) – Start transplants 5- 6 weeks before planting date. Sow seeds 6mm deep, 4 seeds/2.5cm. Lightly cover. Keep mix at 23-28°C. Pot up into 5cm or larger cells after first set of true leaves appear. For growing transplants, maintain temperature at around 22°C during the day and 18°C at night
Harden off plants by slightly reducing temperature to 15-18°C and reducing water for 2-3 days before transplanting.
NOTE - Don't start too early—leggy, root-bound, or flowering transplants can cause stunting and reduce early production. Avoid exposing unprotected plants to consecutive nightly temperatures below 7°C.
