Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) 'Fandango PhR F1': Reliable Red Cane Tomato for Outdoors and Greenhouses

The Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) 'Fandango PhR F1' is a modern, vigorous red vine tomato specially developed for healthy growth, high yields, and excellent disease resistance. Thanks to its multiple resistance to late blight (Phytophthora), Fandango PhR F1 is particularly well-suited for outdoor cultivation, where other tomato varieties are often vulnerable. With fairly large fruits weighing up to around 200 grams, a strong tomato aroma, and reliable production, this variety is an excellent choice for both amateur gardeners and experienced vegetable growers.

Characteristics of Tomato 'Fandango PhR F1'

Fandango PhR F1 is an F1 hybrid vine tomato that excels in resilience and stability. The plants grow vigorously and form sturdy clusters with red, round to slightly flattened fruits. The average fruit weight is between 150 and 200 grams, making this tomato ideal for salads and beefsteaks.

A key distinguishing feature of Fandango is its PhR (Phytophthora Resistant) trait. This increased tolerance to the dreaded potato and tomato late blight disease ensures that the plant remains healthy for longer, even during wet and changeable summers. This allows the harvest period to be significantly extended.

Key Features:

• Red vine tomato (F1 hybrid)

• Fruits up to approx. 200 grams

• Good, classic tomato flavor

• High resistance to phytophthora (late blight)

• Multi-resistant and healthy growing

• Very suitable for outdoor cultivation

• Also excellent for greenhouse and sheltered cultivation

Thanks to these properties, Fandango PhR F1 is known as a reliable and easy-to-maintain tomato.

Growth and Cultivation Conditions

Fandango PhR F1 is an indeterminate tomato, meaning the plant grows continuously and continues to produce new flowers and fruits throughout the season. The plants typically reach a height of 180–200 cm and therefore require support in the form of stakes, twine, or a tomato spiral.

Cultivation advice:

• Sowing: February–March indoors

• Planting out: After the last frost

• Location: Sunny, warm and preferably airy

• Soil: Nutritious, humus-rich and well-drained

• Support: Necessary for stock growth and fruit weight

• Watering: Regular and even

• Maintenance: Pinch and top regularly for optimal yield

Its resistance to late blight makes Fandango PhR F1 particularly suitable for open ground cultivation, but it also produces excellent results in a greenhouse or under cover.

Use in the Kitchen

The red, medium to large fruits of Fandango PhR F1 are versatile in the kitchen:

• Ideal for salads and fresh consumption

• Suitable for hot dishes, such as pasta sauce or casseroles.

• Delicious on bread or as slices in sandwiches

• Good balance between juiciness and firmness

The classic tomato aroma makes this tomato versatile and loved by the whole family.

Why choose Tomato 'Fandango PhR F1'?

✔ Red vine tomato with fairly large fruits up to 200 grams
✔ Good, full tomato flavor
✔ High resistance to phytophthora (late blight)
✔ Very suitable for outdoor cultivation
✔ Also reliable in greenhouse and sheltered cultivation
✔ Healthy, strong growth and stable yield
✔ Ideal for gardeners looking for certainty and quality