Discussion forum for the various methods and structures used for getting an early start on your growing season, extending it for several weeks or even year 'round.
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November 18, 2011 | #1 |
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Good for Greenhouse Culture
I know what this means, but really, what does it mean? WHY is a particular tomato good for greenhouse culture? Is it because it doesn't grow excessively big, or is it because it grows in lower light? What makes it good for greenhouse culture, and does that mean it doesn't grow as well outdoors?
Inquiring minds want to know
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November 18, 2011 | #3 |
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Inquiring lakelady and coloken,
Usually, the phrase 'greenhouse culture' implies 'commercial grower' and all of the requirements of a commercially grown tomato: blemish-free fruit, excellent production, disease resistance, how well it ripens when picked at blush, how well it ships, etc... (lower light might be a requirement) Flavor, in this use of the phrase, is not a major factor. It is a return-per-square-foot thing. Personally, when I use the phrase, I am referring to an OP/heirloom tomato that sets well in a wide range of temperatures (since my greenhouse is unheated/un-cooled) and shows some resistance to fungal diseases (caused by the high humidity). 'Druzba', 'Floradade', and 'Ethel Watkin's Best' are a few I would put in this category. But, I only use my greenhouses for personal tomatoes, not commercially, so my requirements would not be the norm. Steve |
November 18, 2011 | #4 |
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ah...thanks Steve! I got Ethel Watkins from you; and with all the fungus this year, I think I need to make sure it's on next years list .
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November 19, 2011 | #6 |
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I think a good concept. Good for commercial, when I thought (hoped) that it was tougher and better growing in a closed environment. Which is not necessarily true.
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I've never grown 'Ethel Watkin's Best' outside - hopefully it isn't the first tomato on your list to succumb to blight Steve |
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