Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) 'Gourmandia F1': Productive Red Cherry Tomato for Outdoors and Greenhouses

The Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) 'Gourmandia F1' is a high-quality red cherry tomato known for its productivity, aromatic flavor, and robust growth. This F1 hybrid combines early ripening with a reliable yield, making it ideal for both outdoor cultivation and protected cultivation in greenhouses and polytunnels. Gourmandia F1 is a perfect choice for gardeners seeking abundant harvests of flavorful cherry tomatoes.

Small, aromatic fruits

Gourmandia F1 produces small, round, red tomatoes weighing approximately 15–20 grams per fruit. The fruits are juicy, sweet, and aromatic, ideal for fresh consumption, salads, snack bowls, or culinary decoration. Thanks to their uniform fruit size and firm skin, the tomatoes keep well and are easy to harvest.

The trusses are abundant and continuously produce new fruits, allowing for long-term harvests. This makes Gourmandia F1 particularly suitable for home gardeners and hobby growers who want a consistent yield from their tomato plants.

Key Features:

• Red cherry tomato of the F1 type

• Small fruits of 15–20 grams

• Aromatic and sweet taste

• Early maturing, suitable for outdoors and greenhouse

• Highly productive with continuous fruit set

• Robust and healthy thanks to multiple resistances

• Suitable for open ground, greenhouse or large pots

Growth and cultivation

Gourmandia F1 is a vigorous, healthy cherry tomato that grows well in various cultivation systems. Thanks to its multiple resistances, this hybrid is resistant to common tomato diseases such as late blight (Phytophthora), fusarium wilt, and verticillium wilt. This keeps the plant strong and productive, even in changing weather conditions.

The plant has indeterminate growth and develops into a compact yet vigorous bush with multiple trusses of tomatoes. For optimal yield, supporting it with rope, stakes, or spirals is recommended. This prevents damage to the fruit and ensures better air circulation around the plant.

Cultivation advice:

• Sowing: February – March (pre-sow indoors)

• Plant out: From mid-May outdoors, or earlier in a greenhouse

• Location: Sunny, sheltered from the wind

• Soil: Nutritious, airy and well-drained

• Care: Water and feed regularly, support bunches

• Support: Necessary for heavy bunches and healthy growth

Harvest and use

The early and abundant harvest makes Gourmandia F1 ideal for fresh consumption and culinary applications. The fruits can be picked either by the bunch or individually and retain their fresh flavor and firm texture after harvesting.

Culinary applications:

• Snack tomatoes straight from the plant

• Salads and antipasti

• Decoration of dishes

• Ideal for balconies and terraces

• Child-friendly and easy to use

The combination of taste, yield and robustness makes this tomato a favourite choice for both novice and experienced gardeners.

Why choose Tomato 'Gourmandia F1'?

✔ Early and abundant harvest
✔ Small, aromatic red fruits of 15–20 grams
✔ Robust and healthy due to multiple resistances
✔ Continuous fruit set for long-term harvest
✔ Suitable for outdoor cultivation, greenhouse and large pots
✔ Ideal taste and texture for snacks and salads
✔ Support recommended for optimal yield