A reliable Australian favourite producing large, smooth, deep-red slicing tomatoes over a long season. Indeterminate and best staked, it forgives the beginner gardener.
At a glance
- Plant type: Edible plant
- Mature size: 1.8 m tall
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: tender
- Maintenance: moderate maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Tomato 'Grosse Lisse'
Botanically, Solanum lycopersicum 'Grosse Lisse' is a fast-growing edible plant in the Solanaceae family. It reaches around 1.8 m tall at maturity.
Where to grow Tomato 'Grosse Lisse'
Tomato 'Grosse Lisse' 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 'Grosse Lisse' 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 'Grosse Lisse' does best with regular, moderate watering. Feed regularly through the growing season for the best crop. New plantings need closer moisture checks in hot or windy weather, with watering tapered once strong new growth appears.
Pruning & care
Tip-prune Tomato 'Grosse Lisse' in spring to maintain a dense, shapely habit. Expect a moderate maintenance care workload once it is established.
Using Tomato 'Grosse Lisse' in the garden
Tomato 'Grosse Lisse' 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
For easier irrigation and care, group Tomato 'Grosse Lisse' with species that also favour regular, moderate watering and warm-temperate climate. Leave enough room for the mature spread so neighbouring plants are not crowded out.
Good to know
Note that it is toxic to cats and dogs, so site it away from pets that chew.
Buying Tomato 'Grosse Lisse'
Plant Sale lists Tomato 'Grosse Lisse' as seed and seedlings. Catalogue forms are planning guidance until the Plant Sale team confirms live availability.
Prefer to grow it yourself? See the Tomato 'Grosse Lisse' seed sowing guide for depth, timing and germination.
