Origin: A modern F1 hybrid beefsteak tomato developed from the Gourmandia lineage, recognised for its exceptional flavour and striking fruit appearance
Flavour: Juicy and richly aromatic with a sweet, well-balanced tomato taste that is excellent fresh or in salads
Best place to grow: Greenhouse, polytunnel, or a warm, sunny outdoor site with support for the vines
Fun Fact: Gourmansun F1 produces heart-shaped, multichambered fruits with colourful yellow skin and red-orange flame-like streaks as they ripen
Shape, size & colour: Large, heart-shaped beefsteak fruits approximately 200–220 g with yellow bases and red-orange flames on skin and flesh
Applications: Perfect for fresh salads, sandwiches, slicing, and premium culinary presentations
Planting Period: February to April (indoors)
Maturity Period: Approximately 70–90 days from sowing (varies with conditions)