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Planting Instructions:
Seed Preparation:
No specific preparation required, but soaking seeds in water for 6-12 hours before planting can help speed up germination.
Sowing:
Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last expected frost date. Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep in seed-starting mix.
Germination:
Germination typically occurs within 7-14 days under optimal conditions of soil moisture and temperature (70-75°F).
Transplanting:
When seedlings are 2-3 inches tall and have at least two sets of true leaves, transplant them into larger pots. Harden off the seedlings by gradually exposing them to outdoor conditions for about a week before planting them in the garden. Transplant outdoors after the last frost date, spacing plants 18-24 inches apart in rows 24-36 inches apart.
Care and Maintenance:
Watering:
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water at the base of the plant to avoid wetting the foliage.
Support:
Provide support with stakes, cages, or trellises to keep plants upright and prevent the fruit from touching the ground.
Pruning:
Remove the lower leaves and suckers (the shoots that develop between the main stem and branches) to promote better air circulation and focus the plant's energy on fruit production.
Mulching:
Mulch around the plants to retain moisture, suppress weeds, and keep the soil temperature stable.
Harvesting:
Harvest tomatoes when they are fully ripe and have reached their full color. Alicante tomatoes are typically ready for harvest about 70-75 days after transplanting.
Happy Gardening!
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