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Tomato , Ailsa Craig (Medium) Open-Pollinated Heirloom from Scotland (New to Us)

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Solanum lycopersicum, Open-Pollinated Heirloom Variety from Scotland, First bred in 1908 by nurseryman Alan Balch of Girvan, Scotland, as a cross of "Balch's Fillbasket" & "Carter's Sunrise," then introduced to the market by Alexander Brown in 1912. It was named after the island of Ailsa Craig, which is visible from Balch's nursery in Girvan. This traditional British heirloom tomato is Known for its versatility & reliability, producing early, medium-sized fruits with an excellent, slightly tangy flavour profile. Known for its heavy yields & extended cropping period, it delivers consistent flavours with a hint of sweetness. Classified as a "greenback" type, it may sometimes ripen unevenly but remains suitable for both greenhouse & outdoor cultivation due to its vigorous growth, Seed Count Approx - 15 avg 

  SOWING -  Surface-sown or covered only slightly, Don't allow to dry out but don’t overwater. Keep warm until germination (10 days approx), move to WARM bright light area. After about last frost, transplant out into protected growing pots. Plants need staking & side-shoots removing. Will grow as well inside or out & not fussy about Pots or open ground, Just depends on your needs & space.

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