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Seed | Tomato Pisanello da Bruschetta
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Seed | Tomato Pisanello da Bruschetta

Seed | Tomato Pisanello da Bruschetta

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Pisanello da Bruschetta tomato seeds are ideal for avid gardeners looking to grow an authentic Italian variety. This tomato boasts a rich, sweet flavor, perfect for bruschettas and other culinary preparations.
A LITTLE HISTORY

The “Pisanello da Bruschetta” is of Italian origin, named after the Renaissance painter, Pisanello Da Bruschetta tomatoes are grown in Tuscany.

The short, plump, and ribbed variety balances sweetness and acidity well, making it perfect for savory bruschetta. It produces beautiful, medium-sized, flattened, ribbed red fruits with a very good, balanced sweet and sour flavor and a rich, fruity tomato aroma.

This is a beautiful, tasty tomato. It is an indeterminate plant and extraordinarily productive, until the end of the season (harvest is early). The average weight is 100-150 grams, but they can reach up to 350 grams.

In Tuscany you will find the Pisanello da Bruschetta, it has a flat and rounded rib shape, large and juicy, it is the main tomato of the classic bruschetta salad with garlic, onion and olive oil, it is used in many dishes of the region.
PROPERTIES

The Pisanello da Bruschetta tomato has several interesting medicinal properties:

Medicinal Properties
Rich in Nutrients:

  • Contains vitamins A, C and K, which are beneficial for the immune system and eye health.
    Antioxidants:
  • High in lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that helps reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and certain cancers.
    Heart Health:
  • Helps lower cholesterol and promotes good blood circulation.
    Anti-inflammatory:

Compounds found in tomatoes can reduce inflammation in the body.
Digestive Health:

  • Rich in fiber, it promotes good digestion and helps with intestinal regularity.
    Hydration:
  • Composed mainly of water, it contributes to the hydration of the body.

These properties make the Pisanello da Bruschetta tomato an excellent choice for a healthy diet.
HOW TO COOK?

The Pisanello da Bruschetta tomato is particularly popular for use in bruschetta and other Italian dishes. Here's how you can cook it traditionally:

  • Tomato Bruschetta Pisanello da Bruschetta
    Ingredients :

Pisanello da Bruschetta Tomatoes
Rustic bread (such as ciabatta or Italian bread)
Garlic
Fresh basil
Extra virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper
Instructions :

Preparation of Tomatoes:

Wash and dice the Pisanello da Bruschetta tomatoes. Remove the seeds if desired to prevent the bruschetta from becoming too runny.
Preparation of Bread:

Slice the bread into thick slices. Lightly toast the bread slices on both sides until golden brown and crispy.
Rub the Garlic:

Lightly rub a peeled garlic clove on one side of each slice of toast. This adds a subtle hint of garlic flavor.
Bruschetta assembly:

Generously arrange the diced Pisanello da Bruschetta tomatoes on the toasted bread slices. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Finishing :

Lightly drizzle extra virgin olive oil over the bruschetta. Add a few chopped fresh basil leaves for the finishing touch.
Service :

Serve immediately to enjoy the freshness of the tomatoes and Mediterranean flavors.

  • Other Traditional Uses
    Salads: Use Pisanello da Bruschetta tomatoes in salads with fresh mozzarella, basil, and balsamic vinaigrette.
  • Sauces and Coulis: Prepare tomato-based sauces for pasta or pizza by slowly cooking tomatoes with garlic, olive oil, and herbs.
  • Jams and Chutneys: Use tomatoes to make tasty tomato jams or chutneys to accompany cheeses or grilled meats.

By respecting these culinary traditions, you can fully appreciate the delicate flavors and nutritional properties of Pisanello da Bruschetta tomatoes.
HOW TO GROW?

An early variety, from germination to fruiting it takes between 75-80 days and 110 days for large tomatoes.

It is an extremely hardy variety with high yields even in cold locations and above all it is easy to grow.

It's very rare! Take care of it! Only in small quantities!

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

  • Species: Solanum lycopersicum Origin: Tuscany
  • 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 but tolerates it
  • 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: Low acid, humus, loose, cool and well drained
  • Location: Requires very hot cultivation and plenty of sun
  • Spacing between plants: 40-45cm
  • Height at maturity: 125-150 cm
  • Maturity: 75-80 days | Indeterminate plant | very prolific
  • Seed per envelope: +/-12

Our seeds are guaranteed for the year of purchase.

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