Description
(Lycopersicon esculentum ‘Red Fig’)
A smaller-growing vine with attractive and unusual-shaped fruit that has been cultivated since early in the eighteenth century. Named after its fig-like shape and because it was used as a substitute for figs in preserving.
Flavours/Food Partners:
Fresh tomatoes are enhanced by herbs like parsley, chives and celery leaf. If cooking mix with shallots, oregano, basil, garlic and chilli. Partners well with other Mediterranean foods like olives, artichokes and strong cheese.
Health/Cooking/Medicinal:
Red Fig has been grown for many generations as an ornamental vine, as a small snacking tomato and for preserving. Like other small tomatoes, it can be halved and used with olive oil and mixed herbs for a side salad. However, this variety was originally used for preserving. The preserved tomatoes resembled figs and were kept for many months.
Landscaping/Planting:
Plant in an airy, sunny position in well drained soil or very large pots. Does not require a stake.
Cultivation/Fertiliser:
Like all tomatoes it must receive a deep soaking when almost dry and should not receive overhead watering. Feed regularly with Seasol and Powerfeed. A small amount of dolomite lime after planting will make stronger plants. Remove sideshoots and develop two or three main leaders. Harvest when fruit is in full colour.
Herb Attributes
| Position | FULL SUN, FROST SENSITIVE |
|---|---|
| Height | 1M |
| Width | 70CM |
