Hssiao His Hung Shih
Grow it Forward Heirloom Plant
Germ
7-14 days
Depth
¼ to ½ in
Spacing
1 in
Row Spacing
48 in
Sunlight
Full Sun
Planting Time
Spring
Harvest
60-90 days
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Care instructions
A delightful, yellow grape tomato that comes from historic China. This variety has been stored at the USDA since 1931, the same year it was collected in the East Market in Peiping, China. Crisp little, grape-sized nuggets are just right for snacking. Vines are hugely productive.
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Start seed indoors 4-8 weeks prior to the last frost of spring. Seeds are covered only slightly to allow light which sometimes assists germination. Do not allow the soil to dry out. Containers are held in warm conditions until sprouts appear, which may take anywhere from 3-10 days, depending on temperature, moisture, etc. Move sprouted plants immediately to bright light conditions, such as a south... more »
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