Tomato - Pico’s Pride

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Pico’s Pride Tomato is a striking variety known for its ornamental beauty as well as productivity. The plant features eye-catching variegated foliage, with splashes of creamy white and green on its leaves that make it stand out in the garden even before fruit sets. The tomatoes are typically small to medium in size, round to slightly oblong, and ripen to a vibrant red with excellent flavor—balanced between sweet and tangy. Both decorative and delicious, Pico’s Pride is a great choice for growers who want a tomato that’s as beautiful as it is tasty.

🌱 Planting Guide:

1. Starting Seeds

• Sow indoors 6–8 weeks before your last frost date.

• Plant seeds about ¼ inch deep in a quality seed-starting mix.

• Keep soil warm (70–80°F) and moist for best germination.

2. Transplanting Outdoors

• Harden seedlings off for a week before planting out.

• Choose a sunny spot with 6–8+ hours of direct sunlight daily.

• Space plants 24–36 inches apart in rows 3–4 feet apart.

• Plant deeply, burying stems up to the first set of true leaves to encourage strong root growth.

3. Soil & Fertility

• Prefers well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter.

• Ideal pH: 6.0–6.8.

• Mix in compost before planting; side-dress with a balanced fertilizer as plants grow.

4. Care & Maintenance

• Provide consistent watering (about 1–2 inches per week) to prevent cracking and blossom end rot.

• Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds.

• Stake or cage plants early to support heavy fruit set.

5. Harvesting

• Fruits are ready when they turn a rich red and give slightly to the touch.

• Pick regularly to encourage continued production.

6. Extra Tip

• The variegated foliage makes Pico’s Pride ideal for edible landscaping or container growing—ornamental and productive in one!