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Seeds | Puerto Cortes Cherry Tomato
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Seeds | Puerto Cortes Cherry Tomato

Seeds | Puerto Cortes Cherry Tomato

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Puerto Cortes cherry tomato seeds, a hardy variety native to Central America. These small tomatoes offer an exceptionally sweet flavor with balanced fruity notes.
A LITTLE HISTORY

This delicious cherry tomato, my favorite for flavor, was collected by the USDA in 1976 along a road near the village of Puerto Cortés, about 20 miles from San Pedro Sula, the second largest city in Honduras (and currently one of the most violent cities in the world, best known in the United States as the starting point of a notorious migrant caravan).

The fruits are not uniform – indicating its semi-wild origins – ranging from round to somewhat flat, rarely more than an inch and a half in diameter.

The taste is a perfect blend of sweet and sour. This tomato was bred to honor the resilient residents of the San Pedro Sula region, which has been severely affected by drug trafficking violence, corporate corruption, and political oppression.

I was pleasantly surprised to find a real gem in this tomato. It is very productive and grows without the need for trellises, as it is of wild origin.

We hope that when you eat this tomato, it reminds you of the humanity of the refugees fleeing Honduras for a better life in the United States.

Remember that the delicious fruit you are enjoying once nourished those people who have abandoned it and so much more—not because they want to harm us, but because they want to help themselves and their families.

It is only a symbol of all they left behind, of all the trappings of home they will never be able to taste, see, feel, or know again.
PROPERTIES

Puerto Cortes cherry tomatoes have several medicinal properties:

Medicinal Properties
Rich in Nutrients:

  • Vitamins: Contains vitamin C, A and K, which are beneficial for the immune system and eye health.
  • Minerals: Sources of potassium and iron, important for heart health and blood circulation.
    Antioxidants:
  • Lycopene: Present in large quantities, this compound helps reduce the risk of chronic diseases and has anti-inflammatory effects.
    Digestive Health:
  • Rich in fiber, it promotes digestion and intestinal health.
    Hydration:
  • With a high water content, it contributes to the hydration of the body.
    Other Benefits
  • Skin Health: Antioxidants help protect skin and promote a healthy appearance.
  • Weight Control: Low in calories, they are ideal for a balanced diet.

These properties make Puerto Cortes cherry tomatoes an excellent addition to a healthy diet.
HOW TO COOK?

Here are some ideas for cooking Puerto Cortes cherry tomatoes:

  • 1. Fresh salad
    Ingredients: Cherry tomatoes, cucumber, feta, olives, vinaigrette.
    Preparation: Halve the tomatoes and toss them with diced cucumber, crumbled feta, and olives. Drizzle with vinaigrette.
  • 2. Roasted tomatoes
    Ingredients: Cherry tomatoes, olive oil, herbs (thyme, basil), salt, pepper.
    Preparation: Preheat the oven to 200°C. Arrange the tomatoes on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, season, and roast for 15-20 minutes.
  • 3. Pasta with cherry tomatoes
    Ingredients: Cherry tomatoes, pasta, garlic, basil, parmesan.
    Preparation: Cook the pasta. In a pan, sauté the garlic, add the chopped cherry tomatoes, and then toss with the cooked pasta. Garnish with basil and Parmesan cheese.
    4. Toast
  • Ingredients: Bread, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, basil.
    Preparation: Arrange cherry tomatoes and mozzarella on slices of bread. Add fresh basil and a drizzle of olive oil.
  • 5. Cherry Tomato Salsa
    Ingredients: Cherry tomatoes, red onion, coriander, lemon, chili pepper.
    Preparation: Chop the tomatoes, onion, cilantro, and chili pepper. Mix with lemon juice for a refreshing salsa.

These recipes showcase the sweetness and freshness of Puerto Cortés cherry tomatoes. Enjoy!
HOW TO GROW?

As with all tomatoes, start indoors in March

Plants should be spaced 2 to 3 feet apart.

This is a semi-wild tomato, so it doesn't need much care once established. It will benefit from a trellis, but with its sprawling growth habit, it will still produce even if left to grow on its own. I personally grow it without a trellis.

Very rare, take care of it!

Our seeds are vigorous, open-pollinated and adapted to the Quebec climate.

  • Species: Solanum lycopersicum: Origin: Puerto Cortes, Honduras
  • Sowing: sow in pots in mid-February (to grow in an outdoor greenhouse in mid-May) or sow in mid-March in an indoor pot to grow outdoors in June. Does not like the cold.
  • Seeds: 2 seeds per pot, as you will have to transplant each seed into separate pots.
  • Sowing depth: 0.5-1cm
  • Germination time: 7-13 days
  • Soil: Slightly acidic, humus-rich, loose, fresh and well-drained
  • Location: Requires very hot cultivation and plenty of sun
  • Spacing between plants: 40-45cm
  • Height at maturity: 90-120cm
  • Maturity: 75-80 days | Indeterminate Plant | Prolific Bush
  • Seed per envelope: +/- 12

Our seeds are guaranteed for the year of purchase.

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