Big Rainbow TOMATO SEEDS

BIG RAINBOW TOMATO

The Big Rainbow tomato is a remarkable heirloom variety that brings both beauty and flavour to your Australian garden. This stunning beefsteak tomato produces large, impressive fruits weighing 300-500 grams each, featuring distinctive red and yellow striping that makes every harvest a visual delight.

Originally developed in the United States, Big Rainbow has proven itself exceptionally well-suited to Australian growing conditions. The vigorous indeterminate plants reach heights of 1.5-2 metres and produce abundant clusters of these magnificent fruits throughout the growing season.

The flavour profile is truly exceptional – sweet, rich, and perfectly balanced with low acidity. The meaty texture makes these tomatoes ideal for fresh eating, sandwiches, and salads, whilst their impressive size and striking appearance make them perfect for showing off to fellow gardeners.

Big Rainbow tomatoes are particularly valued for their keeping qualities, maintaining their flavour and texture longer than many other large varieties. The plants demonstrate good disease resistance and adapt well to various Australian climatic conditions when properly supported and cared for.

BIG RAINBOW TOMATO SEEDS GROWING INSTRUCTIONS

Sowing Depth: 6-12mm deep in seed raising mix

Germination Time: 7-14 days under optimal conditions

Germination Temperature Range: 18-24°C (ideal germination occurs at 20-22°C)

Row Spacing: 1.2-1.5 metres between rows

Plant Spacing: 60-80cm between plants

Soil Conditions: Well-draining, fertile soil with pH 6.0-7.0. Enrich with compost and ensure good organic matter content

Days to Maturity: 80-90 days from transplant (approximately 110-120 days from sowing)

Special Growing Notes:

• Indeterminate variety requiring strong staking or caging support
• Pinch out suckers regularly to maintain plant vigour
• Provide consistent watering to prevent blossom end rot
• Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds
• In hot climates, provide afternoon shade protection
• Allow fruits to ripen fully on the vine for best flavour development

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Planting Times by Australian Climate Zone:

Tropical Areas (Darwin, Cairns, Townsville): Plant March-May for dry season growing. Avoid wet season planting.

Temperate Warm Areas (Brisbane, Perth, Sydney): Plant August-October for spring planting, or February-March for autumn crops.

Temperate Cool Areas (Adelaide, Melbourne): Plant September-November after last frost risk has passed.

Cool Areas (Hobart, Canberra, higher elevations): Plant October-December, ensuring protection from late frosts. Consider greenhouse cultivation for extended season.

NOTE: Needs staking. Don’t water overhead.