Tomato Merveille des Serres - organic seeds

Tomato Merveille des Serres

The Merveille des Serres is an old Belgian tomato variety from the Liège region, known for its high yield and productivity. The tomatoes grow in clusters and have medium-sized, round, red fruits that offer great flavor, making them perfect for a variety of dishes. This mid-season variety features indeterminate growth, making it an excellent choice for gardeners seeking a fertile and reliable tomato plant.

Tips for Growing the Organic and Reproducible Merveille des Serres Tomato: Sowing, Transplanting, and Maintenance

Sowing Instructions: Start sowing the seeds in a warm environment, ideally maintaining a temperature of at least 20°C, with 24°C being preferable. Sow from mid-February to late March or early April, about 6 to 8 weeks before transplanting them into the ground. Ensure the seeds have a bright, moist environment, lightly misting them regularly.

Transplanting: After germination, and once the seedlings have 2 to 4 leaves, transplant them into pots at a temperature of 15-20°C. After April 15, and once the last frost has passed, plant the seedlings in the ground at a spacing of 50 x 80 cm. If you live in a cooler region (like north of the Loire), it’s best to grow them under glass. Tomatoes can also be grown outdoors in well-lit and ventilated spaces.

Pruning: For indeterminate varieties, it’s recommended to prune the shoots that grow in the leaf axils. This promotes the formation of high-quality fruits rather than just increasing the number of fruits. For determinate varieties, pruning is not necessary, but using mulch and supporting structures can help.

Maintenance and Disease Prevention for the Merveille des Serres Tomato

The Merveille des Serres tomato, like all tomatoes, needs heat and organic matter to grow well. It is especially important to provide potassium (K) for healthy plants. When planting, bury a large portion of the stem to encourage strong root development.

Disease Prevention: Tomatoes are very susceptible to diseases like mildew. Regular watering is important, but avoid getting the foliage too wet. As a preventive measure, spray the plants with nettle tea or horsetail decoction to strengthen them against diseases. Seaweed powder (lithothamne) can also be beneficial.

Pur'Mel 3 fertilizer is an excellent choice due to its combination of nettle, comfrey, and horsetail. Dilute it with 10% water for preventive use, spraying every two weeks. If mildew is detected, increase the dilution to 30% and spray the leaves twice a week until the disease clears.

Harvesting the Merveille des Serres Tomato

The Merveille des Serres is a mid-season variety and will be ready for harvest about 2.5 months after planting. When the tomatoes are ripe, they will fall easily from the plant.

Health Benefits of the Merveille des Serres Tomato

The Merveille des Serres tomato is not only delicious but also a rich source of nutrients, vitamins, and minerals, contributing to a healthy diet. Add this nutritious tomato to your garden for a tasty and healthy harvest!