An early, vigorous Australian-bred slicing tomato giving large, smooth, blemish-free red fruit. A popular all-rounder for the home garden.
At a glance
- Plant type: Edible plant
- Mature size: 1.7 m tall
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: tender
- Maintenance: moderate maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Tomato 'Apollo Improved'
Botanically, Solanum lycopersicum 'Apollo Improved' is a fast-growing edible plant in the Solanaceae family. It reaches around 1.7 m tall at maturity.
Where to grow Tomato 'Apollo Improved'
Tomato 'Apollo Improved' suits warm-temperate and subtropical climates and grows best in full sun. It is frost tender, so protect it from hard frosts or grow it in a sheltered spot or pot.
Soil & planting
Tomato 'Apollo Improved' does best in free-draining and loamy soil. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Watering & feeding
Tomato 'Apollo Improved' does best with regular, moderate watering. Feed regularly through the growing season for the best crop. Check moisture below the mulch during establishment and water thoroughly when needed rather than following a rigid schedule.
Pruning & care
Tip-prune Tomato 'Apollo Improved' in spring to maintain a dense, shapely habit. Overall it is moderate maintenance.
Using Tomato 'Apollo Improved' in the garden
Tomato 'Apollo Improved' earns its place for edible harvests and pots and courtyard containers. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
Combine Tomato 'Apollo Improved' with plants that share its preference for regular, moderate watering and warm-temperate climate. Use an odd-numbered group where space allows, or repeat it at intervals through a longer bed.
Good to know
Note that it is toxic to cats and dogs, so site it away from pets that chew.
Buying Tomato 'Apollo Improved'
Plant Sale lists Tomato 'Apollo Improved' as seed and seedlings. Current stock is confirmed manually, so register interest above before planning around a specific size.
Prefer to grow it yourself? See the Tomato 'Apollo Improved' seed sowing guide for depth, timing and germination.
