Slicing Tomato Seeds - Fantome du Laos
Best choice for experienced gardeners seeking unique, ghostly cream-colored slicing tomatoes.
Discover the unique 'Fantome du Laos' Slicing Tomato, a distinctive variety producing lobed, medium-sized tomatoes with a ghostly cream color. These indeterminate, vining plants are cultivated on small farms and require indoor starting 8-10 weeks before the last frost. For optimal growth, transplant into deep, well-draining soil enriched with organic matter, ensuring full sun and consistent fertilization. Water at the base to prevent disease. Expect a harvest of these unique tomatoes approximately 80 days after transplanting, adding a special touch to your garden.
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Botanical Name
Solanum lycopersicum
/ Solanum lycopersicum
Who it's for
- Home cooks wanting visually striking ingredients for gourmet platters
- Culinary enthusiasts seeking complex and fruity heirloom flavor profiles
- Gardeners in hot climates needing reliable summer fruit production
Who should skip it
- Low-maintenance gardeners wanting plants that do not require staking
- Beginner growers needing clear visual cues for peak ripeness
- Busy gardeners unable to maintain consistent soil moisture levels
Performance breakdown
Visual Uniqueness
Ghostly cream aesthetic offers a striking departure from standard red varieties.
Cultivation Complexity
Requires diligent indoor starting and consistent pruning for optimal harvest results.
Seed Viability
Open-pollinated genetics ensure reliable germination when soil temperatures remain consistent.
Harvest Timeline
Eighty-day maturity window demands a long, warm growing season for success.
Space Efficiency
Indeterminate vining habit requires significant vertical support and garden footprint.
Sourcing Integrity
Small-farm origins guarantee high-quality, ethically produced heirloom seeds.
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Solanum lycopersicum
Plant Habit
Indeterminate
Minimum Seeds per Packet
40
Packet Weight
0.15 g
Planting Season
Spring
Sowing Method
Transplant
Seed Depth
1/4"
Soil Temperature
70-80°F for germination
Features
- Ghostly cream-colored slicing tomatoes
- Vining, indeterminate growth habit
- Requires indoor starting before transplanting
- Promotes higher yields by plucking suckers
- Small farm grown seeds
- Unique addition to your garden
- Ready to harvest 80 days after transplanting
What customers say
Customers highly value the Fantome du Laos tomato seeds for their exceptional flavor and striking visual appeal. Reviewers consistently praise the reliable germination rates and the unique pale yellow to ghostly white fruit. The taste is celebrated for its complex balance of sweetness and pleasant acidity, making it ideal for fresh eating. Gardeners also appreciate the plant's vigor and the high quality of the harvest. While some noted minor issues with fruit cracking under inconsistent watering or a slightly softer texture, these concerns are overshadowed by the overall enthusiasm for this unusual and high-performing heirloom variety. It delivers significantly on both aesthetics and taste.
Know before you buy
Indeterminate means the plant will continue to grow, flower, and produce fruit throughout the entire growing season until the first frost. Because these are vining plants, you will need to provide sturdy stakes or cages to support their vertical growth.
No, this variety is not recommended for containers. These plants are vigorous, indeterminate vines that require significant space and deep, nutrient-rich soil to thrive, making them better suited for traditional garden beds.
To maximize your yield, prune the 'suckers'—the small shoots that grow in the crotch between the main stem and the branches. Additionally, ensure the plants receive full sun and water consistently at the base to keep the foliage dry and disease-free.
You should start your seeds indoors 8 to 10 weeks before your area's last expected spring frost date. Use a seed-starting mix and keep the soil temperature between 70-80°F to ensure successful germination.
While flavor can vary based on soil and climate, this variety is primarily prized for its unique, ghostly cream color and lobed shape. It is a slicing tomato, making it a visually striking and delicious addition to fresh salads or sandwiches.
For optimal airflow and growth, space your transplants 18 to 24 inches apart. This spacing helps prevent overcrowding, which is essential for managing the health of these vining plants.
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