{"product_id":"tomato-floradade-over-100-seeds","title":"Tomato Floradade - Over 100 Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrow heavy yields of disease-resistant, thick-skinned tomatoes perfectly suited for the South African climate with our premium pack of over 100 Floradade Tomato Seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis heirloom, non-GMO variety is a favorite among local home gardeners and commercial farmers alike for its reliability, exceptional heat tolerance, and classic sweet-and-tangy flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFloradade Tomato Seeds (100+ Seeds) – Heirloom \u0026amp; Non-GMO\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover why the Floradade Tomato is South Africa’s favorite reliable backyard crop:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally bred to withstand harsh conditions, this open-pollinated heirloom variety thrives in hot, dry climates and produces heavy crops of smooth, medium-to-large red fruits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePacked with over 100 high-germination seeds, this pack offers incredible value for home gardeners, allotment owners, and homesteaders looking for a sustainable, pesticide-free harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Floradade Tomato Seeds?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSouth African Climate Ready\u003c\/strong\u003e: Exceptionally heat-tolerant and thrives in full sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisease Resistant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Highly resistant to Fusarium Wilt (races 1 and 2) and Verticillium Wilt.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThick-Skinned Fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Resists cracking and bruising, making them excellent for handling.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100% Heirloom \u0026amp; Non-GMO\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Save your own seeds year after year.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile Kitchen Staple\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Firm, meaty texture ideal for slicing, salads, braais, and rich chakalaka.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Growing Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Count\u003c\/strong\u003e: Over 100 premium seeds per packet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Determinate (Bush tomato – requires minimal staking)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Full Sun (6+ hours daily)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSowing Depth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: 5mm deep\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: 7 to 14 days\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaturity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: 75 to 85 days from transplanting\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Plant \u0026amp; Grow Floradade Tomatoes in South Africa\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e1. When to Sow\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInland \/ Frost Areas\u003c\/strong\u003e: Sow indoors or under cover from August to September. Transplant out in October after the last frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSubtropical \/ Frost-Free Areas\u003c\/strong\u003e: Can be grown year-round, but ideally sown from February to September to avoid the peak mid-summer pest season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e2. Sowing \u0026amp; Germination\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow seeds 5mm deep in seedling trays using a high-quality seed starting mix. Keep the soil moist but not waterlogged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace in a warm, sunny spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e3. Transplanting \u0026amp; Spacing\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen seedlings reach roughly 10–15cm tall and have their first set of true leaves, transplant them into rich, well-draining soil mixed with organic compost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpace plants 40–50cm apart in rows 60cm apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e4. Care \u0026amp; Harvest\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile Floradade is a determinate bush variety, a small stake or tomato cage helps keep the heavy clusters of fruit off the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater deeply at the base of the plant to prevent fungal diseases. Harvest when the tomatoes are uniformly bright red and yield slightly to gentle pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hearty Grow Co","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55991974363304,"sku":null,"price":40.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/heartygrowco.co.za\/products\/tomato-floradade-over-100-seeds","provider":"Hearty Grow Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}