Bush (Determinate). T&M first sold this variety in 1976. However it was first developed in the 1940's to provide the US Air Force stationed in Greenland with fresh tomatoes, grown in conditions very different to this variety's native South America. It has a unique ability to set fruit under cool conditions, producing small red fruit ripening very early with plenty of flavour. Much hardier than normal, makes this particularly advantageous when spring weather after planting out can turn cold. Do not plant out, however, until all danger of frost has passed. Needs no staking or side shooting. A heavy cropper and quite capable of 9lb per plant, and you will always be the first in your area with ripe outdoor tomatoes! (Lycopersicon esculentum)

Heritage tomatoes: Thompson and Morgan over the past 100 years have found several tomatoes from their own trials and through travelling around the world seeing and tasting varieties both old and new. We have put together a range of good old fashioned tomatoes from those forgotten years that we consider have stood the test of time. All are unusual in colour and shape having a wonderful flavour of how tomatoes used to be, making a welcome addition to any kitchen garden.

Sow in spring 5-7 weeks before you wish to plant out. Sow 1.5mm (1/16in) deep in good compost. Germination takes 6-14 days at 24C (70F).

Transplant the seedlings when large enough to handle into 7.5cm (3in) pots and grow on in cooler, well lit conditions. Soil based composts produce shorter plants than peat based composts. For hanging baskets, plant carefully one per 30cm (12in) basket leaving a 3cm (1in) space for watering. Water well and stand in a cool, airy place until well rooted. Gradually acclimatise to outdoor conditions before hanging outside permanently after all risk of frost.

Feed regularly and keep well watered. If planted outdoors, space 60cm (24in) in moist, well drained, fertile soil and a sunny spot. This variety needs no side shooting.