Description
AAS WINNER DETAILS
Winner Type: National
Class: Tomato
Variety Name: Candyland Red
Genus: Solanum
Species: lycopersicum
Year: 2016
Common Name: Currant Tomato
Type: Edible – Vegetable
Breeder: PanAmerican Seed Company
Close Market Comparison: Sweet Pea, Matt’s Wild Cherry
PLANT NEEDS
Duration Type: Annual
Light Needs: Full sun
Water Needs: Normal
Season Type: Warm season
Staking Required: Yes
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
Foliage Color: Green
Plant Habit: Tall, requires staking
Plant Height: 5-7 feet
Fruit Color (Harvest): Red
Fruit Shape: Round currant
Fruit Weight: .25 ounce
Fruit Size: .5 inch
Fruit Flavor Description: Sweet and rich
Number Of Fruits Per Plant: 100+
IN THE GARDEN
Garden Spacing: 2-4 feet
Days To Harvest (Sowing Seed): 95
Days To Harvest (Transplant): 55
Plant Spread: 36-48 inches
HOW TO GROW
Sow seed at least 5-6 weeks before the target date for transplanting outside. Temperatures above 65°F are preferred for germination. Transplant into larger plug tray or small pot (3-4″) approximately 3-4 weeks after sowing or when at least one true leaf has developed. Maintain medium soil moisture and use a complete fertilizer after transplant. Wait to transplant outdoors until night temperatures are over 45°F and there is no threat of frost, as cold temperatures will cause severe damage.
Transplant outdoors in full sun at least 2-4 feet apart, plants require staking. Water and feed with complete fertilizer regularly.