Solanum lycopersicum 'Merveille des Marchès' (tomato 'Merveille des Marchés') — Climbing

Overview

Solanum lycopersicum 'Merveille des Marchès' is a climbing herbaceous perennial in the genus Solanum, part of the Solanaceae family, with semi evergreen foliage. Solanum lycopersicum 'Merveille des Marchès' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden, low maintenance, wall side borders and flower borders and beds.

About

Solanum lycopersicum 'Merveille des Marchès' is a climbing herbaceous perennial cultivar within the diverse Solanum genus, which includes various growth forms from annuals to shrubs and climbers. This semi-evergreen tomato thrives in full sun on south- or west-facing, sheltered sites with fertile, well-drained loam soil of neutral pH that remains moist but not waterlogged. Hardy to UK zone H4, it is suitable for city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal gardens, as well as wall-side borders and flower beds. Propagation is typically by semi-hardwood cuttings, and the plant is best grown with frost protection during colder periods.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Solanum

Sunlight: Full sun
Soil type: Loam
Soil pH: Neutral
Soil moisture: Moist but well-drained
Aspect: South-facing or West-facing
Exposure: Sheltered
UK hardiness: H4

Plant details

Solanum lycopersicum 'Merveille des Marchès' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Herbaceous Perennial
Habit: Climbing
Foliage: Semi evergreen
Suggested uses: City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Low Maintenance, Wall side borders, Flower borders and beds

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Solanum lycopersicum 'Merveille des Marchès'

Propagation: Semi-hardwood cuttings
Pest resistance: Aphids, glasshouse red spider mite
Disease resistance: Honey fungus (rarely), tomato spotted wilt, grey moulds

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Solanum lycopersicum 'Merveille des Marchès'?

Solanum lycopersicum 'Merveille des Marchès' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Solanum lycopersicum 'Merveille des Marchès' need?

Solanum lycopersicum 'Merveille des Marchès' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.

Is Solanum lycopersicum 'Merveille des Marchès' hardy in the UK?

Solanum lycopersicum 'Merveille des Marchès' has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.

How do I propagate Solanum lycopersicum 'Merveille des Marchès'?

Semi-hardwood cuttings.

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