Determinate Tomato 'Pink Thai Egg' (Solanum lycopersicum) - Super fertile, lovely dwarf variety that will bear good yields of egg-shaped, shiny, pink color fruits that will surprise with their especially sweet, smooth, delikate flavor. Weighs 40-45g. Fruits are tender and firm, do not crack easily and has a long storage capability. Looks beautiful grown in pots/containers by themselves or among other tomato companions varying in colors. Definitely one of those varieties that is delicious to be eaten on its own, as well as added to salads, garnishes, wraps etc. Easy to grow and maintain. Highly recommended! Takes around 90-110 days to mature.
Growing:
Use moist paper towel method to speed up the germination (optional).
Sow: Depth: 3–5 mm (barely cover). Germination: 5–8 days. Transplant: At 10–15 cm (2 true leaves) to final pot. Pot: 20–25 L (30 cm Ø) with drainage holes.
Soil: Mix: 50% potting soil + 30% compost + 20% perlite/coconut coir. pH 6.0–6.8.
Light: 6-8 hrs direct sun. Keep the pot or plant in a bright, sunny location.
Watering: Regular to keep the soil moist, but not soggy. Water when soil is dry to the touch.
Fertilizing: No fertilizer until first flower buds appear (around week 7–8). Liquid 5-10-10 weekly (quarter-strength). Calcium boost: Crush eggshells into topsoil monthly.
Polination (Critical in High Humidity):
1. Shake plants gently every morning 9–11 am (mimics wind).
2. Use an electric toothbrush or small fan pointed at flowers for 10 seconds.
3. Spray flowers lightly with water in the morning (helps pollen stick).
Common Problems & Solutions in tropical climate:
1. Blossom-end rot → calcium deficiency + uneven watering → keep soil evenly moist + weekly calcium foliar spray.
2. Fungal diseases (early blight, powdery mildew) → improve airflow, prune lower leaves, neem oil spray weekly as preventive.
3. Fruit cracking → sudden heavy rain after dry spell → mulch heavily + shelter during storms.
4. Whiteflies & aphids → yellow sticky traps + neem oil + dish soap spray.
5. Caterpillars (tomato hornworm) → hand-pick or use Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) spray.
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