Tomato 'Shirley’

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£8.95
Edible
Fruiting

Experience the rich and sweet flavors of the Shirley Tomato, an ideal choice for both novice and experienced gardeners. This early maturing tomato variety thrives in the UK climate, making it one of the best tomato plants for UK climate. Whether you're cultivating a small urban garden or a spacious backyard, the Shirley Tomato ensures a bountiful harvest with minimal effort.

Key Features

  • Disease-Resistant: Naturally resilient against TMV, leaf mould, Fusarium, and greenback.
  • F1 Hybrid Variety: Ensures consistent quality and high yield.
  • Early Maturing: Quick harvesting time for fresh tomatoes throughout the season.
  • Compact Growth: Perfect for small spaces and suitable for greenhouse cultivation.
  • Premium Packaging: Delivered in bespoke protective packaging to ensure plant health.

Growing Instructions

  1. Planting: Sow seeds in well-drained soil, ensuring they receive ample sunlight.
  2. Staking & Pruning: Support plants with stakes and regularly prune to promote airflow and fruit growth.
  3. Watering: Maintain consistent moisture, watering deeply but avoiding waterlogging.
  4. Harvesting: Pick tomatoes when they reach full color and firmness for the best flavor.

Benefits

The Shirley Tomato offers a high yield of medium-sized, flavorful fruits that enhance any garden. Its easy-to-grow nature makes it perfect for those new to gardening, while seasoned gardeners will appreciate its robust growth and delicious produce.

  • Sustainable Gardening: Promotes a flourishing and eco-friendly garden environment.
  • Versatile Use: Ideal for salads, sauces, and fresh consumption.
  • Urban-Friendly: Fits seamlessly into container gardens and limited spaces.

Additional Information

Each package includes Shirley Tomatoes carefully grafted to ensure longevity and productivity. With AcquaGarden's commitment to quality and sustainability, you can trust that your Shirley Tomatoes will thrive, providing you with a rewarding gardening experience.

Details

Tomato 'Shirley' produces medium-sized tomatoes that are perfect for salads and cooking. Thrives in greenhouses and outdoor gardens, known for its reliability and flavour.

  • Grows best in full sun and well-drained soil
  • Suitable for garden beds, containers, and greenhouses
  • Produces medium-sized, flavourful tomatoes
  • Early harvest period from early summer to mid-autumn

What's Included

Pots: Get big, ready-to-grow plants in 9cm pots. Plant them in your garden or bigger pots right away. They're bigger and stronger than plug plants. Pre-fed and watered for healthier plants from the start

Plugs: Start with large, strong seedlings. They have strong roots and are ready to plant in your garden or pots. Perfect for early garden starts, they're smaller than our full pot plants.

Delivery & Guarantee

Fast & Secure Delivery: We ship orders the same or next day, ensuring fast delivery via tracked Royal Mail or Parcel Force for larger items.

Shipping is FREE on all orders £60+

Bespoke & Secure Packaging: Our plants travel in custom packaging we've perfected over the years, arriving in excellent condition, thoroughly inspected, trimmed, and prepped.

100% Happiness Guarantee: Not happy with your purchase? We offer a full refund or replacement, even if you just change your mind, along with easy returns and prepaid postage.

Care Information

Sunlight Full Sun
Position Sheltered
Soil Well drained soil
Planting Time February to May
Moisture Moist
Hardiness Frost tender
Growth Rate Fast
Spacing 50cm
Height and Spread 180cm x 100cm
Annual or Perennial Annual

What You Need To Know About “Tomato 'Shirley’”

Plant Information
How To Plant
Plant Care

Tomato 'Shirley' is a popular variety producing medium-sized, flavourful tomatoes, ideal for fresh eating and cooking.

  • Grows best in full sun and well-drained soil
  • Suitable for garden beds, containers, and greenhouses
  • Early harvest period from early summer to mid-autumn
  • Requires staking to support growth

Tomato 'Shirley' is a popular variety producing medium-sized, flavourful tomatoes, ideal for fresh eating and cooking.

  • Grows best in full sun and well-drained soil
  • Suitable for garden beds, containers, and greenhouses
  • Early harvest period from early summer to mid-autumn
  • Requires staking to support growth
Planting Time: Spring to Early Summer
Sunlight & Positioning: Full Sun
Where to Plant: Garden Beds - Pots & Containers
Growing Location: Garden - Patio - Balcony
Planting Time: Spring to Early Summer
Sunlight & Positioning: Full Sun
Where to Plant: Garden Beds - Pots & Containers
Growing Location: Garden - Patio - Balcony

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I do if my order arrives damaged?

Our plants are carefully packaged to arrive safely. If your order is damaged, contact our customer service within 48 hours for a replacement or refund.

How long does delivery take?

We deliver the best quality plants in the fastest time possible, usually within 3 days in the UK.

What if I need extra help with planting or growing?

If you need extra help, call our customer service or chat with us online for consulting. We are here to ensure your happiness and make gardening easy and fun.

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