MONISTO PURPLE

The Monisto Purple tomato is a medium-early, high-yielding variety with uniquely purple-bordeaux-colored fruits. The plant grows from 60-70 cm to 1.4 m in open ground and features a sturdy, compact bush with strong foliage and wrinkled leaves. The fruits are heart-shaped, weighing 100-200 g, with large specimens reaching up to 450 g. They are borne in clusters of 5-7 fruits, with 4 to 6 clusters per plant. The flesh is dense, jelly-like, oily, with a spicy-sweet flavor and a mild fruity aroma, making this variety especially attractive for fresh consumption and for making juices and ketchups. A distinctive feature of this variety is its slow but strong seedling growth, forming sturdy and resilient bushes. The fruits do not drop off the plant and can remain on the branches for up to a week without losing quality, simplifying harvest and transport. The plant is indeterminate, allowing it to be grown in greenhouses and under plastic covers, as well as in open ground with mandatory staking, especially in southern regions. To form the bush, suckers should be removed and the plant should be trained into a single stem. Monisto Purple is ideal for preparing vibrant fresh salads, appetizing appetizers, and various canned assortments. Due to its decorative appearance and abundant fruiting, this variety attracts attention not only for its taste but also for its visual appeal. Sowing seedlings is recommended in March, followed by transplanting at the first true leaf stage and planting in greenhouses in May. This tomato combines an attractive appearance, high yield, and exceptional flavor.