How to prune cuore di bue tomato

Throughout the growing season from transplant to end of season. Train strictly to one main stem. Remove every sucker promptly when under 2 inches. Support with a strong stake. Remove lower leaves progressively to keep the bottom 10–12 inches of stem clear.

Weekly suckering throughout the season. Cuore di Bue ('Ox Heart') is a large-fruited indeterminate Italian heirloom. Pruning to a single main stem and removing all suckers consistently produces the largest, most impressive fruits. This variety rewards disciplined suckering more than most — allowing multiple stems leads to smaller fruits and a crowded plant.

Train strictly to one main stem. Remove every sucker promptly when under 2 inches. Support with a strong stake. Remove lower leaves progressively to keep the bottom 10–12 inches of stem clear.